Festivals, Exhibitions And Events In The Greater Philadelphia Region Now Through
JANUARY 2020
Two men pose in front of a Philadelphia mural of Martin Luther King Jr. The region is home to the U.S.\’s largest day of service honoring the civil rights hero, with tens of thousands of volunteers participating each January. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, January 21, 2020 — Photo by Visit Philadelphia
Through January 19, 2020
JACOBLY SATTERWHITE: ROOM FOR LIVING.
A multidisciplinary artist embraces the role of provocateur with performance, music and animation at the
Fabric Workshop and Museum.
As a queer African American man, Satterwhite addresses issues that affect his personal experience and explores issues of nostalgia, family, and music. (215) 561-8888,
fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
Through January 20, 2020
DINOSAURS AROUND THE WORLD.
An exhibit at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
shows how sea level fluctuations and volcanic activity caused dinosaurs to disperse all over the globe. Interactive components allow guests to touch fossil casts, name their own dinosaur and investigate what dinosaurs may have looked like millions of years ago. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
January 1, 2020
MUMMERS PARADE.
Thousands of festooned strutters kick off the New Year by marching along
Broad Street
in this festive daylong event. One of the Mummers divisions, the Fancy Brigades, puts on two elaborate, Broadway-style performances for ticket holders at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center.
phillymummers.com
January 7
–
19, 2020
THE BAND’S VISIT.
One of the most Tony-award winning musicals in history makes a stop at the
Academy of Music
as part of the Broadway Philadelphia series. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
January 10 & 11, 2020
DRUMLINE LIVE.
The energy, rhythm and musicality of the Historically Black College and University (HBCU) marching bands hit center stage at the
Merriam Theater.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
January 14 – 19, 2020
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nd
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL OF BLACKS IN DANCE.
The Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO) continues its 50th anniversary celebration by hosting this event at the Kimmel Center Cultural Campus’ Merriam Theater and SEI Innovation Studio, the DoubleTree Philadelphia, Cambria Hotel Philadelphia and The University of the Arts. (301) 755-0831,
iabdassociation.org
,
philadanco.org
January 17 – 19, 2020
HAMLISCH: WITH LOVE.
In dedication and tribute to the late composer Marvin Hamlisch, The Philly POPS perform renditions of his award-winning songs from Broadway (
A Chorus Line
) and Hollywood,
The Way We Were
, with help from vocalist Ashley Brown. (215) 893-1999,
phillypops.org
January 18 – March 22
, 2020
ORCHID EXTRAVAGANZA. Longwood Gardens
creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
January 21, 2020
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OF SERVICE.
Greater Philadelphia holds the country’s largest day of service every Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with tens of thousands of volunteers doing community projects throughout the city and region.
mlkdayofservice.org
January 21–26, 2020
RIVERDANCE – NEW 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW.
This brand-new production reinvents the Irish and international dance and music stylings of the worldwide sensation at the
Merriam Theater.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
January 23 – February 8, 2020
BEETHOVENNOW.
The Philadelphia Orchestra marks Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday with pianists Yefim Bronfman, Daniil Trifonov and Emanuel Ax performing all five of Beethoven’s piano concertos. January performances take place at the
Academy of Music;
February performances occur at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 893-1900,
philorch.org
January 25, 2020
JERRY BLAVAT DISCO, ROCK N’ ROLL AND SOUL.
The Boss with the Hot Sauce hosts a show in
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
featuring musical acts Peaches & Herb, The Trammps and Gary U.S. Bonds, among others, and a tribute to the late Johnny Maestro. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
January 25, 2020
LUNAR NEW YEAR.
The celebration of the Year of the Rat includes a parade through
Chinatown,
midnight lion-dance performances and special events at
Reading Terminal Market,
the
Independence Seaport Museum
and
The Rail Park.
January TBA, 2020
CENTER CITY RESTAURANT WEEK.
Select restaurants in the
Center City District
will offer signature three-course dinners for $35 per person, and three-course lunches for $20 per guest.
ccdrestaurantweek.com
FEBRUARY 2020
Philadelphia Auto Show, February 8-17, 2020 — Photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia
Through February 8, 2020
BEETHOVENNOW.
The Philadelphia Orchestra marks Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday with pianists Yefim Bronfman, Daniil Trifonov and Emanuel Ax performing all five of Beethoven’s piano concertos at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 893-1900,
philorch.org
Through February 23, 2020
THE ROTHMAN ORTHOPAEDICS ICE RINK AND CABIN AND WINTERGARDEN.
The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Skating Rink, the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin and Wintergarden finish their seasonal run at
Dilworth Park,
City Hall’s front yard. (215) 440-5500,
centercityphila.org
Through February 29, 2020
BLACK HISTORY MONTH.
Major attractions across the city—including
The African American Museum in Philadelphia,
the
National Constitution Center,
the
Free Library of Philadelphia
and more—celebrate the month throughout February with events and special programming.
visitphilly.com/articles/philadelphia/black-history-month-in-philadelphia
February 1, 2020
AFRICAN AMERICAN CHILDREN’S BOOK FAIR.
One of the oldest and largest single-day events for African American children’s books in the country, the 28th annual African American Children’s Book Fair at the
Community College of Philadelphia
features nationally known and bestselling authors and illustrators, representatives from the multicultural literary community, enriching children’s books, and activities that promote the power and joy of reading.
theafricanamericanchildrensbookproject.org
February 1–16, 2020
GETAWAY AT THE GREENHOUSE.
Fairmount Park Horticultural Center
celebrates summer in winter, setting up a giant sandbox, live music, food trucks and
Gaia, The Traveling Artwork
, British artist Luke Jerram’s spectacular giant globe of the Earth featuring detailed NASA photography. (215) 685-0096,
myphillypark.org
,
my-earth.org
February 1 – June 7, 2020
VOTES FOR WOMEN: A VISUAL HISTORY.
The
Brandywine Museum of Art
commemorates the 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote using drawings, illustrations and posters expressing the message of the suffragists, as well as costumes, clothing, sashes and emblems worn by the women activists. (610) 388-2700,
brandywine.org
February 1 – June 14, 2020
WITNESS TO HISTORY: SELMA PHOTOGRAPHY OF STEPHEN SOMERSTEIN.
This exhibit on display at the
Brandywine Museum of Art
documents the historic 54-mile march for civil rights from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. (610) 388-2700,
brandywine.org
February 6–16, 2020
PHILLY THEATRE WEEK.
A 10-day regional theatrical festival promises 100 events, including panels, concerts, meet-ups and loads of live theater. (267) 761-9950,
theatrephiladelphia.org
February 7–9, 2020
NICK JR. LIVE! MOVE TO THE MUSIC.
Friends from
Bubble Guppies
,
Paw Patrol
,
Dora the Explorer
,
Shimmer and Shine
,
Blue’s Clues and You
,
Blaze and the Monster Machines
, and
Top Wing
lead a singing-and-dancing adventure at the
Academy of Music.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
February 8–17, 2020
PHILADELPHIA AUTO SHOW.
The automotive industry’s latest creations are on a 750,000-square-foot display at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center,
the showplace for more than 700 pre-production, classic, luxury and exotic cars.
phillyautoshow.com
February 14–16, 2020
ARETHA: RESPECT.
To honor the Queen of Soul, The Philly POPS features Broadway powerhouse Capathia Jenkins and R&B singer Ryan Shaw in a program that includes renditions of
Bridge Over Troubled Water
,
Respect
and
Chain of Fools
. (215) 893-1999,
phillypops.org
February 15 – September 20, 2020
SURVIVAL OF THE SLOWEST.
Survival strategies of sloths, iguanas and pancake tortoises, among other animals that are slow and small, are explored in this exhibit at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
(215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
February 16, 2019
MUMMENSCHANZ: YOU & ME
. The mesmerizing Swiss theatrical troupe performs their brand-new show at the
Annenberg Center
creating shapes, forms, sounds and stories that delight audiences of every age. (215) 898-3900,
annenbergcenter.org
February 19 – March 1, 2020
HELLO, DOLLY!
Matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi and the rest of the characters from the musical-comedy classic make their way to the
Academy of Music
as part of the Broadway Philadelphia series. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
February 21 – March 14, 2020
#GLASSFEST.
This three-week festival presented by the
Annenberg Center
celebrates Philip Glass’ career and includes the Philadelphia premiere of the composer’s
Music in Twelve Parts
and the world premiere of
The White Lama
, a theatrical piece by Nikki Appino that features a score by Glass. (215) 898-3900,
annenbergcenter.org
February 23
–
May 10, 2020
MARIE CUTTOLI: THE MODERN THREAD FROM MIRÓ TO MAN RAY.
Cuttoli, a modern art pioneer, commissioned international modernist artists to design pieces that were woven into tapestries, as seen in this
Barnes Foundation
exhibit. (215) 278-7200,
barnesfoundation.org
February 29 – March 8, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW.
The annual gardening celebration at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center
is the oldest and largest indoor show of its kind, with top-of-the-line horticulture and landscape design, entertainment and more than 100 vendors. This year’s theme: “Riviera Holiday.” (215) 988-8800,
theflowershow.com
February TBA, 2020
EAST PASSYUNK RESTAURANT WEEK.
Three-course prix fixe lunches and dinners are available (tax, alcohol and gratuity not included) at various restaurants in the South Philly neighborhood.
eastpassyunkrestaurantweek.com
MARCH 2020
Philly Wine Week, March 30-April 6, 2020 — Photo courtesy Philly Wine Week
March 2020
WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.
March marks Women’s History Month, a time when attractions and venues across the city welcome guests for special events, tours and presentations oriented around the month-long celebration.
Through March 1, 2020
HELLO, DOLLY!
Matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi and the rest of the characters from the musical-comedy classic make their way to the
Academy of Music
as part of the Broadway Philadelphia series. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
Through March 1, 2020
IN CONVERSATION: VISUAL MEDITATIONS ON BLACK MASCULINITY.
Fifty-five female and non-binary photographers of African descent present an exhibition at the
African American Museum in Philadelphia
exploring the notions of Black men, masculinity, sexuality and gender identity. (215) 574-0380,
aampmuseum.org
Through March 8, 2020
DESIGNS FOR DIFFERENT FUTURES.
The future feeds designers’ inspiration and this exhibit at the
Philadelphia Museum of Art
shares examples of what creators think the years ahead hold. (215) 763-8100,
philamuseum.org
Through March 8, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW.
The annual gardening celebration at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center
is the oldest and largest indoor show of its kind, with top-of-the-line horticulture and landscape design, entertainment and more than 100 vendors. This year’s theme: “Riviera Holiday.” (215) 988-8800,
theflowershow.com
Through March 17, 2020
COST OF REVOLUTION.
This 5,000-square-foot exhibition at the
Museum of the American Revolution
chronicles the untold story of Irish soldier Richard St. George who, after an injury at the Battle of Germantown in 1777, returned to his native country to find it energized by the revolutionary spirit. (215) 253-6731,
amrevmuseum.org
March 22, 2020
ORCHID EXTRAVAGANZA. Longwood Gardens
creates an absolutely transcendent experience for orchid lovers, perching and planting the rarest and most beautiful of flora from conservatories to outdoors. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
March 1, 2020
FRANKLIN SQUARE.
The carousel resumes to turning and Square Burger gets back to making Cake Shakes, as Historic Philadelphia Inc.’s Franklin Square fully reopens after a winter break. (215) 629-4026,
historicphiladelphia.org
March 1 – September 20, 2020
SEAT AT THE TABLE
.
A free, seven-day-a-week, interactive art exhibition by Dome Collective at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
invites the public to experience women’s representation in places of power (seats at tables) through 3D infographic furniture, while a wall of interactive screens introduces pioneers in women’s history. (215) 893-1999,
domecollective.com
March 5–7, 2020
PORGY AND BESS.
Conductor Marin Alsop leads The Philadelphia Orchestra and a cast including soprano Angel Blue, baritone Lester Lynch and the Morgan State University Choir in George Gershwin’s American classic that shares a story of heartbreak and hope along Charleston’s Catfish Row. (215) 893-1999,
philorch.org
March 6–8, 2020
POPS ROCKS PHIL COLLINS.
Philadelphia salutes the only performer to play both London and Philly for Live Aid in 1985 in this tribute performance to Phil Collins at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts,
featuring hits such as
Easy Lover
,
One More Night
and
Two Hearts
. (215) 893-1999,
phillypops.org
March 7, 2020
PHILLY CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL.
Called “one of the top 10 beer festivals in America” by
Forbes Traveler
, the festival features national and international breweries, food trucks and a VIP session with rare brews at the
Philadelphia Navy Yard.
(631) 940-7290,
phillycraftbeerfest.com
March 7–29, 2020
ISRAELI FILM FESTIVAL. The Israeli Film Festival,
Philadelphia’s annual showcase of the best in Israeli film, returns with a powerful lineup of documentaries, dramas, films and more. (484) 904-5421,
iffphila.com
March 7 & 8, 2020
PALEOPALOOZA.
Visitors get up-close-and-personal with rare fossils from the collection of the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
, talk to paleontologists and participate in a number of activities planned for dinosaur fans of all ages. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
March 12, 2020
BALLET FOLCLÒRICO NACIONAL DE MÉXICO DE SILVIA LOZANO.
This nearly 60-year-old institution brings the culture of Mexico to the
Merriam Theater
through folklore, dance, music and costumes. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
March 12 – April 5, 2020
BEETHOVENNOW.
The second of two epic celebrations marking Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday sees the Philadelphia Orchestra at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
juxtaposing the composer’s nine genre-transforming symphonies with contemporary works from composer-in-residence Gabriela Lena Frank and her diverse composers from the Creative Academy of Music. (215) 893-1900,
philorch.org
March 14–22, 2020
THE WOMEN’S FILM FESTIVAL.
It’s year five for this empowering, Philly-grown, women-centric festival that celebrates women’s roles behind and in front of the camera.
thewomensfilmfestival.org
March 15, 2020
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE.
Marching bands, decorated floats, music and dance groups, youth groups and Irish associations march down Broad Street to City Hall and from City Hall to Market Street to Penn’s Landing.
philadelphiastpatsparade.com
March 17
–
29, 2020
LES MISÉRABLES.
The Broadway Philadelphia series brings the Tony-Award winning musical classic with its inspiring tale to the
Academy of Music.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
March 21, 2020
FOUNDERS DAY.
Visitors pay what they wish at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
to celebrate the founding day in 1812 of the oldest natural history museum in the Americas. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
March 21, 2020
SIMPLE GIFTS WITH ORGAN: THE CASHORE MARIONETTES & ORGANIST MARVIN MILLS.
The music of Vivaldi, Strauss, Beethoven and Copland fills
Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts,
while the Cashore Marionettes express touching scenes of everyday life. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
March 29 – May 3, 2020
SPRING BLOOMS.
Visitors take in the sights and smells of spring’s arrival at
Longwood Gardens
with 240,000 tulips, azaleas, dogwoods and more. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
March 29 – August 23, 2020
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR.
This exhibit at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
, organized and produced by the Natural History Museum in London, displays 100 stunning images of nature and wildlife. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
March 30 – April 6, 2020
PHILLY WINE WEEK.
The annual eight-day festival returns for another year of wine-centric events, tastings, pairings and specials at bars and restaurants throughout Philadelphia.
phillywineweek.org
Through March 2020 (date TBA)
BLUE CROSS RIVERRINK WINTERFEST.
Penn’s Landing’s
wintertime ice-skating rink and Winterfest wonderland, complete with a lodge, arcade and confectionery cabin, enjoy their seasonal run. (215) 629-3200,
riverrink.com
March 2020 (TBA)
QFLIX PHILADELPHIA.
This annual festival celebrates all genres of film that pertain to or were created by members of the LGBTQ communities, with venues TBA.
qflixphilly.com
Spring 2020 (TBA)
RIVER HOUSE AT ODETTE’S OPENING.
The site of Bucks County’s beloved cabaret greets a similarly-spirited 38-room boutique hotel overlooking the Delaware River. (215) 682-2022,
riverhousenewhope.com
APRIL 2020
Philadelphia Science Festival, April 17-25, 2020 — Photo courtesy Philadelphia Science Festival
Through April 5, 2020
AMERICAN VOYAGER: HERMAN MELVILLE AT 200. The Rosenbach
marks what would be Melville’s 200th birthday with an exhibition of first editions and rare manuscripts (including
Moby-Dick
), examined through the lenses of LGBTQ environmental conservation and other contemporary issues. (215) 732-1600,
rosenbach.org
Through April 5, 2020
BEETHOVENNOW.
The second of two epic celebrations marking Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birthday sees the Philadelphia Orchestra at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
juxtaposing the composer’s nine genre-transforming symphonies with contemporary works from composer-in-residence Gabriela Lena Frank and her diverse composers from the Creative Academy of Music. (215) 893-1900,
philorch.org
Through April 6, 2020
PHILLY WINE WEEK.
The annual eight-day festival returns for another year of wine-centric events, tastings, pairings and specials at bars and restaurants throughout Philadelphia.
phillywineweek.org
Through April 19, 2020
THE WORST-CASE SCENARIO SURVIVAL EXPERIENCE.
This world premiere exhibit at
The Franklin Institute
allows visitors to use their savvy science skills to escape dangerous real-life occurrences. (215) 448-1200,
fi.edu
April 2 – 5, 2020
PHILADELPHIA ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL.
This event at
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
offers a cutting-edge roster of smart eco-first films from around the world. (215) 247-3105,
philaenvirofilmfest.org
April 2 – 5, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FINE ARTS FAIR.
Forty Philadelphia art galleries and institutions — including the Barnes Foundation and Philadelphia Museum of Art—present contemporary works at the
23rd Street Armory for
in a ticketed event to raise funds to help preserve the ctiy’s public art.
philfineartfair.com
April 4, 2020
AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS.
Humorist Sedaris brings his wit and observations to the
Academy of Music.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
April 4 – 12, 2020
SUBARU CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL.
Sakura Weekend (April 4 & 5) begins a springtime tradition at
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
at the Fairmount Park Horticultural Center, featuring film screenings, kimono dressing, demonstrations of
nihon buyo
, traditional dance and martial arts. (267) 237-3550,
japanphilly.org
April 8
–
June 7, 2020
DR. SEUSS’S
A CAT IN THE HAT
.
Sally and her brother’s day turns upside-down with the arrival of Dr. Seuss’s beloved character. Part of the
Arden Children’s Theatre
series. (215) 922-1122,
ardentheatre.org
April 8–19, 2020
PEEPS
®
IN THE VILLAGE.
Pennsylvania’s most famous marshmallows descend upon creative displays in a new springtime tradition for Bucks County’s
Peddler’s Village.
(215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
April 9
–
11, 2020
THE SECOND CITY: SHE THE PEOPLE.
Chicago’s famed comedy troupe brings a new show with an all-female cast to the
Perelman Theater of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
April 11 & 12, 2020
AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY & CULTURE SHOWCASE.
The annual event at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center
includes private exhibits that have never been shown in museums, living legend history makers, documentary films, historical reenactments, panel discussions, lectures, workshops, visual artists and crafters, poetry readings, theatrical performances and historical musical concerts.
blackhistoryshowcase.org
April 12, 2020
89TH ANNUAL EASTER PROMENADE.
That song about Easter bonnets still applies along
South Street,
where best-dressed Easter celebrants continue the city’s decades-old tradition of competing for prizes and fun. (215) 413-3713,
southstreet.com
April 17–19, 2020
FAST FORWARD.
PHILADANCO looks at the future of choreography in a co-commission with Toronto’s Dance Immersion, Vietnam’s Thang Dao, Broadway’s Ray Mercer and choreographer Kathy Smith at the
Perelman Theater at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 387-8200,
philadanco.org
April 17–25, 2020
PHILADELPHIA SCIENCE FESTIVAL.
With hands-on events for kids, sophisticated activities for adults and a carnival, this citywide event demonstrates the role science plays in everyday life. (215) 448-1397,
philasciencefestival.org
April 18, 2020
WILD KRATTS LIVE 2.0 – ACTIVATE CREATURE POWER.
The Kratt brothers, Martin and Chris, appear live on stage at the
Merriam Theater
to share their knowledge and excitement about the world’s creatures. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
April 18 & 19, 2020
SPRING KIDSFEST.
This free event at
Peddler’s Village
promises hands-on experiences, educational opportunities and traditional kids’ activities such as live music, story times, animal presentations, crafts, face painting, balloon artistry, moon bounces and visits from police cars and fire trucks. Rain or shine. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
April 23–25, 2020
PENN RELAYS.
High school, college and professional track stars compete at
Franklin Field
during the Penn Relays, the oldest collegiate meet in the nation. (215) 898-6151,
thepennrelays.com
April 24–26, 2020
PHILADELPHIA ANTIQUES & ART SHOW.
One of the most prestigious antique shows in the country, this event features fine and decorative arts, jewelry and furniture at
The Navy Yard,
with exhibitors showcasing Colonial to contemporary examples of form meeting function.
philadelphiaantiquesandartshow.com
April 24–25, 2020
PHILADELPHIA BLACK PRIDE.
This pioneering multi-day gathering of people of different races, ethnicities and sexual orientations traditionally coincides with the Penn Relays.
phillyblackpride.org
April 26, 2020
FAIRMOUNT AVENUE ARTS CRAWL.
Dozens of bars, restaurants and shops in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood turn into galleries, while live music, dancing, kids’ activities and demonstrations round out a festive day in the Art Museum neighborhood. (215) 232-4766,
fairmountcdc.org
April 30, 2020
DINING OUT FOR LIFE.
Approximately 200 regional restaurants donate 33% of every diner’s dinner check to local HIV/AIDS nonprofit action wellness. (215) 981-3367,
diningoutforlife.com/philadelphia
April 2020 (TBA)
EL
CARNAVAL DE PUEBLA
.
South Philadelphia’s vibrant pre-Cinco de Mayo procession showcases folk traditions from the Mexican state, the home of many Philadelphians, through a colorful parade and street fair.
carnavaldepuebla.com
April 2020 (TBA)
MANAYUNK RESTAURANT WEEK.
Manayunk Restaurant Week begins with vendors and food trucks joining Main Street’s lineup of restaurants for an all-day eat fest, the Spring STREAT Food Festivaland continues when Manayunk restaurants offer three-course meals at low fixed prices. (215) 482-9565,
manayunk.com
April–September 2020 (dates TBA)
PARKS ON TAP.
This popular warm-weather tradition brings barbecue and beer to iconic outdoor spaces, a different Philadelphia park each Wednesday through Sunday. (215) 568-1616,
parksontap.com
April 2020 (TBA)
SPRINGFEST.
The Philadelphia Film Society presents a shorter, mid-year version of its annual fall festival to showcase great independent and international films with spring/summer releases—shorts, features, documentaries, animated and guest-accompanied films—in theaters and venues around Philadelphia. (267) 239-2941,
filmadelphia.org
April 2020 (TBA)
TINY ROOM FOR ELEPHANTS.
The sixth year for this pop-up festival shows off some of the city’s best up-and-coming street artists and DJ’s, and includes a family day and exhibits open (without performances) through a later date, at
Cherry Street Pier.
cherrystreetpier.com
MAY 2020
Philly Tech Week, May 1-9, 2020 — Kevin Monko for Philly Tech Week
Through May 3, 2020
SPRING BLOOMS.
Visitors take in the sights and smells of spring’s arrival at
Longwood Gardens
with 240,000 tulips, azaleas, dogwoods and more. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
Through May 10, 2020
MARIE CUTTOLI: THE MODERN THREAD FROM MIRÓ TO MAN RAY.
Cuttoli, a modern art pioneer, commissioned international modernist artists to design pieces that were woven into tapestries, as seen in this
Barnes Foundation
exhibit. (215) 278-7200,
barnesfoundation.org
Through May 17, 2020
OFF THE WALL: AMERICAN ART TO WEAR.
More than 100 works of wearable art made by more than 50 artists, most collected by New York gallerist Julie Schafler Dale, tell of the uniquely American Art to Wear movement, born of the 1960s and ’70s, at the
Philadelphia Museum of Art.
(215) 763-8100,
philamuseum.org
May 1–9, 2020
PHILLY TECH WEEK.
Business leaders and other self-proclaimed tech geeks — and the technically challenged — participate in more than 100 events, including a variety of programs, interactive activities and workshops that celebrate and highlight emerging trends, advances and innovating uses of technology.
2020.phillytechweek.com
May 2, 2020
SOUTH STREET SPRING FESTIVAL.
Thousands of revelers take part in al fresco family fun, from Headhouse Square and along South Street in an annual event that includes a giant Maypole, a few dozen concerts, eating contests, a Kids’ Zone, nearly 200 vendors and
Maifest,
Brauhaus Schmitz’s German beer and dancing extravaganza.
southstreet.com
;
brauhausschmitz.com
May 3, 2020
BROAD STREET RUN.
The 40th annual run, which raises money for the American Cancer Society, spans 10 miles, from Olney to South Philadelphia. (215) 683-3594,
broadstreetrun.com
May 7–9, 2020
PHILADELPHIA CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL.
Acclaimed series of performances for children returns to the
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 898-3900,
annenbergcenter.org
May 8 & 9, 2020
ABERDEEN DAD VAIL REGATTA.
The world’s largest collegiate regatta takes place on the
Schuylkill River
and attracts more than 3,000 competitors from 125 colleges across the country and Canada. (215) 542 -1443,
dadvail.org
May 9, 2020
DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD LIVE!
All of the beloved characters from the PBS series visit the
Merriam Theater
to take the audience on an adventure in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. (215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
May 15 – June 7, 2020
ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION. The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts,
the country’s oldest and largest art museum and school, previews the works of graduate and undergraduate art students during this 119th annual exhibition. (215) 972-7600,
pafa.org
May 15 – May 19, 2020
ELEKTRA.
Richard Strauss’ score hits center stage when Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra and a talented vocal cast including soprano Christine Goerke, who takes on the role of the daughter who seeks to avenge her father’s death by murdering his killer, her mother. (215) 893-1999,
philorch.org
May 15 & 16, 2020
STOTESBURY CUP REGATTA.
Philly’s largest sprint regatta has been held continuously on the
Schuylkill River
since 1927 and sees thousands of high school athletes participating, as it is also the world’s largest scholastic regatta.
stotesburycupregatta.com
May 16, 2020
RADNOR HUNT RACES.
In its 90th year, this annual horse race located in Malvern draws in crowds of 20,000, rain or shine, to watch six races throughout the day; funds benefit the Brandywine Conservancy.
radnorhunt.org
May 16 & 17, 2020
9
TH
STREET ITALIAN MARKET FESTIVAL.
The annual festival features live entertainment, games (including a greased pole-climbing contest) and food, plus the
9
th
Street Italian Market’s
dazzling array of homemade sausages, delicious cannoli, imported meats and cheeses, cappuccino, beef and poultry, specialty cookware and fresh pasta. (215) 545-4543,
italianmarketfestival.com
May 16 & 17, 2020
NEW HOPE CELEBRATES’ ANNUAL PRIDE FESTIVAL.
The festival begins with an Equality Flag ceremony and continues with a weeklong celebration that culminates with Saturday’s Pride Parade and Fair, which crosses the bridge from Lambertville, New Jersey to New Hope, site of outdoor performances and events.
newhopecelebrates.com
May 16 & 17, 2020
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL.
Strawberries of all sorts, live entertainment and pie-eating contests are just a few of the festivities at this free annual event at
Peddler’s Village.
(215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
May 17, 2020
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS.
The acclaimed big band and jazz orchestra with its 15 musicians performs original and historic compositions at the
Academy of Music.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
May 21–31, 2020
DEVON HORSE SHOW AND COUNTRY FAIR.
At 125 years young, Devon is the country’s oldest and largest event of its kind, featuring equestrian disciplines, exhibitions and an old-fashioned country fair at the
Devon Show Grounds.
(610) 964-0550,
devonhorseshow.net
May 23–25, 2020
BRANDYWINE RIVER MUSEUM OF ART ANTIQUES SHOW.
Outstanding furniture, glass, metalware, ceramics, folk art, quilts and other fine antiques from across the nation go on display at the
Brandywine River Museum of Art.
(610) 388-2700,
brandywine.org
May 23 – September 7, 2020
GARDEN RAILWAY.
Every day from the Saturday before Memorial Day through Labor Day,
Morris Arboretum
runs its G-scale model along a quarter-mile track with 12 rail lines, seven loops and tunnels, two cable cars and nine bridges. (After Columbus Day, the Garden Railway operates on weekends only.) (215) 247-5777,
morrisarboretum.org
May 28–31, 2020
YUJA WANG AND THE BRAHMS PIANO CONCERTO.
Curtis Institute of Music graduate Yuja Wang joins Yannick Nézet-Séguin and The Philadelphia Orchestra for a performance of Brahms’ two piano concertos. (215) 893-1999,
philorch.org
May 29 – June 7, 2020
PHILLY BEER WEEK.
The 13th annual celebration of the city’s vibrant beer culture features events ranging from tastings of locally crafted brews in cozy neighborhood taprooms to educational offerings such as guided tastings, lectures and prix-fixe beer-pairing dinners.
phillylovesbeer.org
May 30 & 31, 2020
DRAGON BOAT MINI CAMP.
Coaches Pat and Liz Bradley, winners of 11 gold medals at the 2019 International Dragon Boat Festival World Championship, lead rowers of all levels in Philadelphia’s first camp of its kind. (610) 642-2333,
philadragonboatfestival.com
May 2020 (TBA)
BOLD WOMEN & BEER FESTIVAL. Love City Brewing
hosts Philadelphia’s second women-centric beer festival, featuring more than 30 breweries, plus food trucks, live entertainment and talk of leadership.
boldwomenandbeer.com
May 2020 (TBA)
KENSINGTON KINETIC SCULPTURE DERBY AND ARTS FESTIVAL.
People stroll the streets of Kensington and Fishtown to find an eclectic mix of local artists, musicians and food; the derby portion of the day celebrates human-powered transit as fanciful mobile sculptures parade along a three-mile urban obstacle course.
kensingtonkineticarts.org
May 2020 (TBA)
MEXICAN RESTAURANT WEEK.
To celebrate Philadelphia’s Mexican cuisine, participating restaurants including Adelita, Philly Tacos, El Rey, Mole Poblano, Tamalex, San Lucas, South Philly Barbacoa, Cafe Ynez, Taqueria Atexquita and Los Tacos offer $20 meals during one week only. (215) 592-0410,
mexicanculturalcenter.org
May 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA CHINESE LANTERN FESTIVAL IN FRANKLIN SQUARE.
With giant, light-up silken sculpture, this beloved festival returns to
Franklin Square,
as do live nightly performances, Chinese crafts and cuisine and the Dragon Beer Garden. (215) 629-4026,
historicphiladelphia.org
May 2020 (TBA)
PHILLY TANGO FEST
.
Tango dancers, aspiring tango dancers and music lovers alike enjoy tango inspiration for four days and nights, with more than 600 dancers from across the nation and world at the
Lithuanian Music Hall Association.
(617) 291-3798,
philadelphiatangofestival.com
May 2020 (TBA)
RITTENHOUSE ROW SPRING FESTIVAL.
Shopping and dining venues in the Rittenhouse neighborhood come together for a public street fest and a day of music, outdoor shopping, fashion events, international entertainment and food from some of the city’s most renowned restaurants.
rittenhouserow.org
May 2020 (TBA)
SEMANA MEXICANA (MEXICAN WEEK).
A week dedicated to Mexican culture begins with the raising of the
bandera de México
at Philadelphia City Hall, includes Cinco de Mayo parties in Center City and Kennett Square (in Chester County) and continues with Mexican Restaurant Week. (215) 592-0410,
mexicanculturalcenter.org
May 2020 (TBA)
SPRUCE STREET HARBOR PARK.
Enthusiasts of riverside chilling enjoy hammocks, patio games, an arcade, mini-concerts and tasty treats while strolling the boardwalk on Philly’s waterfront.
sprucestreetharborpark.com
SUMMER 2020
19TH AMENDMENT.
The National Constitution Center commemorates the granting of the right to vote to (many) American women with an exhibit that explores constitutional arguments for and against women’s rights and offers fascinating historical context, spotlighting multiple generations of advocates and exploring the complex debates surrounding rights for African Americans versus rights for women. (215) 409-6700,
constitutioncenter.org
JUNE 2020
Odunde Festival, June 14, 2020 — Photo by A. Ricketts for Visit Philadelphia
AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSIC APPRECIATION MONTH.
The 30-day-and-night celebration originally and commonly known as “Black Music Month” fetes its 41st anniversary in the city where the idea began — Philadelphia.
Through June 6, 2020
WOMENNOW CONCERT SERIES.
Women who are composers, conductors, instrumentalists and vocalists star throughout the Philadelphia Orchestra’s season. (215) 893-1900,
philorch.org
Through June 7, 2020
ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION.
The
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts,
the country’s oldest and largest art museum and school, previews the works of graduate and undergraduate art students during this 119th annual exhibition. (215) 972-7600,
pafa.org
Through June 7, 2020
DR. SEUSS’S
A CAT IN THE HAT
.
Sally and her brother’s day turns upside-down with the arrival of Dr. Seuss’s beloved character. Part of the
Arden Children’s Theatre
series. (215) 922-1122,
ardentheatre.org
Through June 7, 2020
PHILLY BEER WEEK.
The 13th annual celebration of the city’s vibrant beer culture features events ranging from tastings of locally crafted brews in cozy neighborhood taprooms to educational offerings such as guided tastings, lectures and prix-fixe beer-pairing dinners.
phillylovesbeer.org
June 3
–
7, 2020
DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY.
Dixie Longate, the drag persona of actor Kris Andersson, brings laughter and kitchen accessories to the forefront with her Tupperware party for adults only at the
Perelman Theater of the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.
(215) 893-1999,
kimmelcenter.org
June 4–7, 2020
LATINO FILM FESTIVAL.
For one weekend, film fans view works by established and emerging Latino and Latin American filmmakers, a lineup that includes feature films, shorts, animations and documentaries, in English or Spanish with subtitles, along with workshops and discussions.
phlaff.org
June 14, 2020
ODUNDE FESTIVAL.
The largest African American street festival on the East Coast comes to
West South Street
during this annual event that features cultural, historical and family-friendly events. (215) 732-8510,
odundefestival.org
June 14, 2020
PRIDEDAY LGBT PARADE AND FESTIVAL.
Rainbow flags fly high during a day filled with live music, food, drinks and an annual parade that marches from 13th and Locust streets to Penn’s Landing. (215) 875-9288,
phillygaypride.org
June 16, 2020
BLOOMSDAY.
James Joyce fans spend the day outside the historic
Rosenbach Museum & Library
to hear some of Philadelphia’s most interesting personalities read
Ulysses
during this open-air festival. (215) 732-1600,
rosenbach.org
June 19–20, 2020
SHE LEADS ROAD RALLY.
Race car drivers pull an all-night, round-trip road trip from
Drexel University College of Medicine
in East Falls to Seneca Falls, NY, site of the first Women’s Rights Convention. (Buses also available.
)
women100.org
June 20, 2020
JUNETEENTH.
Historic Germantown honors the ratification of the 13th Amendment with a parade along the Avenue, and a day of historical reenactments, tours, children’s activities and food and drink at the
Johnson House Historic Site.
(215) 844-1683,
freedomsbackyard.com
June 20, 2020
PHILADELPHIA JUNETEENTH PARADE & FESTIVAL.
Philadelphia marks African Americans’ emancipation from slavery with two days of reenactments, entertainment, an African children’s village, a cultural marketplace and a parade.
juneteenthphilly.org
June 23–28, 2020
KPMG WOMEN’S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP. Aronimink Golf Club
hosts one of the five major championships on the LPGA Tour for the first time ever, a historic tournament in its 66th year. (610) 356-8000,
KPMGWomensPGA.com
June 27 & 28, 2020
MANAYUNK ARTS FESTIVAL.
Featuring artists from around the country, along with crafts, food and music, this two-day festival runs along
Main Stree
t in Philadelphia’s Manayunk neighborhood. (215) 482-9565,
manayunk.com
June 2020 (TBA)
ART IN THE VILLAGE.
Peddler’s Village celebrates the summer with a new, three-week exhibit of outdoor art on display and live music on select days, culminating in a new Art and Wine Festival. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
June 2020 (TBA)
BLACK RESTAURANT WEEK PHILADELPHIA.
A number of the city’s top Black-owned restaurants highlight African American, African and Caribbean cuisine in Philadelphia.
phillybrw.com
June–August 2020 (TBA)
CENTER CITY SIPS.
Wednesday night in the summer means happy hour deals at multiple bars in the
Center City
neighborhood. Bars participating in Center City Sips serve up discounted cocktails, wine, beer and half-priced appetizers.
ccdsips.com
June 2020 (TBA)
FETE DAY.
For nearly a century, residents of historic
Elfreth’s Alley
have opened their doors for one afternoon in June, offering a rare opportunity for ticketed visitors to step into these private homes and to learn about how generations have protected the structures while adapting them to modern living.
elfrethsalley.org
June–September 2020 (TBA)
PECO MULTICULTURAL SERIES.
Penn’s Landing
celebrates the diverse cultures that make Philadelphia distinctive through free festivals.
delawareriverwaterfront.org
June 2020
(TBA)
PHILADELPHIA DYKE MARCH.
Dyke-identified people and their allies hit the streets with protest signs and raised voices calling for more visibility and equality for marginalized queer voices in the pride community; the march begins and ends at
Louis I. Kahn Park.
facebook.com/philadelphiadykemarch
June 2020
(TBA)
ROOTS PICNIC.
Philly’s The Roots perform and bring other musical performers to join them for a daylong concert at Fairmount Park’s
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts.
(800) 745-3000,
rootspicnic.com
June 2020
(TBA)
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL. Historic Strawberry Mansion
opens its orchards for berry-picking, beekeeping demonstrations and crafts for kids. (215) 228-8364,
historicstrawberrymansion.org
June TBA-July 4, 2020
WAWA WELCOME AMERICA.
Celebrating the nation’s birthday for the 28th year in a row, Wawa Welcome America is a multi-day party with free events for all ages throughout the city — including concerts, a parade and fireworks.
welcomeamerica.com
Summer 2020
THE HYATT CENTRIC HOTEL OPENING.
This new construction one block from Rittenhouse Square offers 13 stories and 332 rooms of rustic modern design by Philadelphia firm DAS Architects.
hyatt.com
JULY 2020
Oval+, July 2020 — Photo by A. Yee for Fairmount Park Conservancy
July 10–12, 2020
BLOBFEST.
The 21st anniversary of a three-day extravaganza in Phoenixville centers around the horror/sci-fi flick
The Blob
and includes screenings, themed competitions, a street fair and the recreation of the pivotal scene where hundreds of scared townspeople flee the
Colonial Theatre.
(610) 917-1228,
thecolonialtheatre.com
July 18 & 19, 2020
BLUEGRASS AND BLUEBERRIES FESTIVAL.
Live country and bluegrass music and berries combine for a weekend-long midsummer celebration at the summer festival at
Peddler’s Village
in lovely Bucks County. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
July 30 – August 2, 2020
BLACKSTAR FILM FESTIVAL.
Hailed by
Ebony
magazine as “the Black Sundance,” this
International House-
based event showcases artistically excellent independent films about the global Black experience and films by people of color.
blackstarfest.org
July 31 – August 2, 2020
XPONENTIAL MUSIC FESTIVAL.
WXPN, the public radio station of the University of Pennsylvania, brings together musical legends and new performers along the Camden waterfront at
Wiggins Waterfront Park
and
BB&T Pavilion.
(215) 898-6677,
xpnfest.org
July 2020 (TBA)
CELEBRATION OF BLACK ARTS.
One of the oldest African American literary events comes to Philadelphia each year, bringing conferences with performing and literary artists, including acclaimed journalists, writers, singers and more from across the United States. (215) 232-4485,
artsanctuary.org
July 2020 (TBA)
EAST PASSYUNK CAR SHOW AND STREET FESTIVAL.
The annual showing of look-but-don’t-touch vintage classics, hot rods and more line South Philly’s
East Passyunk Avenue,
as do food trucks and craft vendors.
visiteastpassyunk.com
July 2020 (TBA)
NUEVOFEST.
A free, alt-Latin music festival, a production of WXPN’s Latin Roots Live series, showcases artists who represent the new sounds of Latin America.
xpn.org
July 2020 (TBA)
THE OVAL+.
The summertime pop-up park returns to
Eakins Oval,
bringing with it outdoor reading and music rooms, free Friday night movies, art installations, spray garden, giant sandbox, basketball court, tether ball, badminton, ping-pong, plus food trucks and loads of free entertainment and programming. (215) 607-3477,
theovalphl.org
July 2020 (TBA)
UNIVERSITY CITY DINING DAYS.
University City residents and visitors can enjoy multi-course meals for $15 to $35 (depending on the restaurant) in some of the neighborhood’s popular dining spots.
universitycity.org
July 2020 (TBA)
XPONENTIAL MUSIC FESTIVAL.
WXPN, the public radio station of the University of Pennsylvania, brings together musical legends and new performers along the Camden waterfront at
Wiggins Waterfront Park
and
BB&T Pavilion.
(215) 898-6677,
xpnfest.org
AUGUST 2020
BlackStar Film Festival, August 2, 2020 — Photo by A. Ricketts for Visit Philadelphia
Through August 2, 2020
BLACKSTAR FILM FESTIVAL.
Hailed by
Ebony
magazine as “the Black Sundance,” this
International House-
based event showcases artistically excellent independent films about the global Black experience and films by people of color.
blackstarfest.org
Through August 2, 2020
XPONENTIAL MUSIC FESTIVAL.
WXPN, the public radio station of the University of Pennsylvania, brings together musical legends and new performers along the Camden waterfront at
Wiggins Waterfront Park
and
BB&T Pavilion.
(215) 898-6677,
xpnfest.org
Through August 23, 2020
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR.
This exhibit at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University,
organized and produced by the Natural History Museum in London, displays 100 stunning images of nature and wildlife. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
August 7–9, 2020
PEACH FESTIVAL AND SIDEWALK SALE.
If it’s in season, it’s celebrated at
Peddler’s Village,
and August means peach pie, peach ice cream, peach preserves — and a summer sale to boot. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
August 13–16, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FOLK FESTIVAL.
Philadelphia’s answer to Woodstock, now in its 59th year, attracts musicians, storytellers and craftspeople for a weekend of song and merriment at
Old Pool Farm
in Schwenksville. (800) 556-FOLK (3655),
pfs.org
August 23, 2020
UKRAINIAN FOLK FESTIVAL.
Tryzub, the
Ukrainian American Sport Center
in Horsham, celebrates the country’s independence with a full afternoon and evening of folk dancing (
hopak
), folk music, kids’ activities and homemade Ukrainian foods. (267) 664-3857,
tryzub.org
August 26, 2020
TOAST TO TENACITY™. Independence Hall
becomes the backdrop to a centennial celebration—exactly one hundred years to the day when the 19th Amendment was ratified, giving American women the legal right to vote.
women100.org
August 28–30,
2020
CITADEL COUNTRY SPIRIT USA.
The Brandywine Valley’s three-day country music festival takes place at
Ludwig’s Corner House Show Grounds
in Glenmoore and features country music stars and includes attractions, food and drinks.
countryspiritusa.com
August 2020 (TBA)
2
nd
STREET FESTIVAL.
Northern Liberties, the neighborhood that helped launch Philly’s craft beer craze, closes down
North 2
nd
Street
for a family-friendly festival of beer gardens, food, workshops, art, street performances and two stages for live music.
2ndstfestival.org
August 2020 (TBA)
BUG FEST.
At the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University,
hundreds of live insects of all sizes, shapes and colors will be on display so that visitors can talk with scientists, learn about bugs from around the world, enjoy insect presentations and even taste a bug or two. (215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
August 2020 (TBA)
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER.
Plenty of pet-friendly vendors and activities are on tap at the Levering Lot in
Manayunk,
as well as food trucks, pet adoptions and a Pup Crawl where businesses offer drink specials and activities for furry friends and their owners. (215) 482-9565,
manayunk.com
August 2020 (TBA)
PHILLY FREE STREETS.
Now in its fourth year, this popular Saturday event closes down a main city thoroughfare to vehicular traffic — this year, an eight-mile stretch of
North Broad Street
between City Hall and Erie Avenue — so people can bike, walk and play in the street. (215) 686-5552,
phillyfreestreets.com
August 2020 (TBA)
PHILLY NAKED BIKE RIDE.
Now in its twelfth year, this two-wheeled, 10-mile, clothes-free, car-free, citywide ride expects to attract thousands of participants — and more than a few onlookers.
philadelphianakedbikeride.wordpress.com
August 2020 (TBA)
MADE IN AMERICA.
Multi-headliner, two-day, pre-Labor Day outdoor concert, founded and organized by Jay-Z/Roc Nation, returns to Philadelphia for its ninth year.
madeinamericafest.com
SEPTEMBER 2020
Taller Puertorriqueño\’s Feria de Barrio always precedes Hispanic Heritage Month. — Photo courtesy Taller Puertorriqueño
Thr
ough September 20, 2020
SEAT AT THE TABLE
.
A free, seven-day-a-week, interactive art exhibition by Dome Collective at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
invites the public to experience women’s representation in places of power (seats at tables) through 3D infographic furniture, while a wall of interactive screens introduces pioneers in women’s history. (215) 893-1999,
women100.org
Through September 20, 2020
SURVIVAL OF THE SLOWEST.
Survival strategies of sloths, iguanas and pancake tortoises, among other animals that are slow and small, are explored in this exhibit at the
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
(215) 299-1000,
ansp.org
September 10 – October 4, 2020
FRINGE FESTIVAL.
For nearly four weeks of artistic pleasure, avant-garde performance meets street theater throughout the city. (215) 413-9006,
fringearts.com
September 11–13, 2020
PHILADELPHIA HONEY FESTIVAL.
The Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild organizes this annual event, now in its 11th year, featuring hive demonstrations, honey tastings and other family-friendly activities. Three historic locations (
Glen Foerd on the Delaware, Wyck Historic House
and
Bartram’s Garden
) each hosts one day of the festival.
phillyhoneyfest.com
September 12 & 13, 2020
MUSHROOM FESTIVAL.
Kennett Square’s
35th annual Mushroom Festival puts the fun in fungi during a weekend of music, food, contests, exhibits and activities in the “Mushroom Capital of the World.” (610) 925-3373,
mushroomfestival.org
September 15 – October 15, 2020 (TBA)
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH.
Philadelphia honors this national event with the Feria del Barrio in
El Centro de Oro
, a Mexican Independence Day Festival on
Penn’s Landing
and the Puerto Rican Day Parade on the
Benjamin Franklin Parkway,
among other civic occasions.
phila.gov
September 16, 2020
CELEBRATING WOMEN.
This celebration of American women at the
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
begins with a ceremony featuring music, performance segments and a salute to 100 women who have blazed trails for others to follow in a multitude of fields. (215) 893-1999,
women100.org
September 17, 2020
CONSTITUTION DAY.
The
National Constitution Center
offers free admission in honor of this national holiday, with special programming for students and visitors. (215) 409-6700,
constitutioncenter.org
September 18 – November 7, 2020 (Select dates)
TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS.
Thrill-seekers celebrate the Halloween season by testing their nerves at
Eastern State Penitentiary’s
annual haunt, one of the country’s most popular, inside an abandoned prison. (215) 236-3300,
easternstate.org
September 19 & 20, 2020
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL HALF MARATHON.
Popular 13.1-miler (and a 7.6-miler) hits the city streets for a run where earbuds are not required.
runrocknroll.com
September 2020 (TBA)
22ND ANNUAL MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVAL.
Each year, 15,000 attendees head to
Penn’s Landing
for one of the largest Mexican events in the city, replete with musical performances, great Mexican food, drinks, kids’ activities and more. (215) 592-0410,
mexicanculturalcenter.org
September 2020 (TBA)
ARDMORE OKTOBERFEST.
Bavaria hits the Main Line at
Schauffele Plaza
with beer, German food, live music, crafts, face painting and cookie and pumpkin decorating.
ardmoreoktoberfest.com
September 2020 (TBA)
BLOKTOBERFEST.
Several local organizations partner with nearby businesses to produce an outdoor celebration of neighborhoods, October, beer, food and music that stretches across the afternoon on west South Street.
bloktoberfest.info
September 2020 (TBA)
CENTER CITY RESTAURANT WEEK.
Select restaurants in the Center City District will offer signature three-course dinners for $35 per person and three-course lunches for $20 per guest.
ccdrestaurantweek.com
September 2020 (TBA)
DOWNINGTOWN FALL FEST.
The Chester County Victory Brewing Company presents a day of live music, a variety of food and craft vendors and the Victory Beer Garden, all along blocked-off
Green Street
and
Pennsylvania Avenue.
(610) 269-1523,
downingtownfallfest.com
September 2020 (TBA)
EVIL GENIUS BIRTHDAY BLOCK PARTY.
The street in front of Fishtown’s Evil Genius taproom shuts down to celebrate nine years of beer making with music, games and Dougal, the brewery dog. (215) 425-6820,
evilgeniusbeer.com
September 2020 (TBA)
FESTIVAL O19.
Opera Philadelphia’s groundbreaking festival returns for an epic fourth year with company and world premieres of sung comedy, myth, tragedy and satire. (215) 732-8400,
operaphiladelphia.org
September 2020 (TBA)
GREENFEST.
The Clean Air Council presents the city’s largest environmental festival on
Bainbridge Street from 3
rd
to 5
th
Street
, featuring lots of fun, 100 eco-businesses, food, a beer garden, workshops, (even plogging, starting at 9 a.m. at 8
th
and Market streets)—and zero waste.
cleanair.org
September 2020 (TBA)
HARVEST FEST.
Pretzel Park and Main Street in
Manayunk
host a number of activities to celebrate autumn, including pumpkin carving, live music, food vendors and shopping specials. (215) 482-9565,
manayunk.com
September–October 2020 (TBA)
OKTOBERFEST AT CRAFT HALL.
Delaware Avenue’s
Craft Hall
takes on the German tradition by transforming its large space with banners, live entertainment and family-friendly activities
.
(267) 297-2072,
crafthallphilly.com
September 2020 (TBA)
OTSUKIMI FESTIVAL. Shofuso,
the Japanese House and Garden in Fairmount Park, hosts a moon viewing festival with a Friday evening cocktail party, followed by Otsukimi Family Weekend with arts and crafts, storytelling, rice dining and, on Sunday, a tea ceremony. (267) 237-3550,
japanphilly.org
September 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA BURGER BRAWL PRESENTED BY JIM BEAM. The Navy Yard
hosts the ninth annual brawl, where more than 60 restaurants compete to determine whose burger knocks out the rest; proceeds benefit the Fund for the School District of Philadelphia. (215) 732-6622,
phillyburgerbrawl.com
September 2020 (TBA)
PHILLY AIDS THRIFT BLOCK PARTY.
This party celebrates Philly AIDS Thrift’s 15th anniversary and offers games, face painting, live performances, food trucks and a celebrity dunk tank among other activities at
5
th
and Bainbridge streets
.
phillyaidsthrift.com
September 2020 (TBA)
PUERTO RICAN FESTIVAL PARADE.
This year marks the 58
th
anniversary of this music- and pomp-filled Puerto Rican procession of 1,500 marchers. The parade draws thousands to show island pride on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
elconcilio.net
September–November 2020 (TBA)
PUMPKINLAND. Linvilla Orchards’
annual celebration of all things fall includes hayrides, scarecrows, apple-picking — and lots and lots of pumpkins. (610) 876-7116,
linvilla.com
September 2020 (TBA)
SCARECROW FESTIVAL.
Throughout
Peddler’s Village,
over 100 larger-than-life scarecrow creations go on display during this annual event. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
September 2020 (TBA)
SOUTH STREET OKTOBERFEST.
German food, drink, dancers and decorations can all be found in front of
Brauhaus Schmitz
during this 12th annual event. (267) 909-8814,
brauhausschmitz.com
September 2020 (TBA)
UPTOBERFEST OKTOBERFEST.
Center City’s
Uptown Beer Garden
holds its fifth German fest where strong arms come in handy during the liter lift competition.
facebook.com/uptownbeergarden
September 2020 (TBA)
WALNUT2WALNUT RIVER CHALLENGE.
People paddle and row boats 15 miles, departing from waters at the Schuylkill Banks, down that river and up the Delaware River to Penn’s Landing Quay by the
Independence Seaport Museum.
(215) 413-8655,
phillyseaport.org
Fall 2020 (TBA)
CORE PROJECT COMPLETION.
The last phase of the
Philadelphia Museum of Art’s
redesign by architect Frank Gehry welcomes 23,000 square feet of new gallery space, reveals the renovation of the West Entrance and Lenfest Hall, creates a major gathering space called the Forum and reopens the southern portion of the Vaulted Walkway. (215) 763-8100,
philamuseum.org
OCTOBER 2020
The International Dragon Boat Festival takes place on the Schuylkill River on October 3, 2020. — Photo by R. Kennedy for Visit Philadelphia
October 2020
LGBTQ HISTORY MONTH.
Throughout the month, attractions and groups across the city celebrate the achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer icons with festivals (Outfest) and other special events.
lgbthistorymonth.com
Through October 4, 2020
FRINGE FESTIVAL.
For nearly four weeks of artistic pleasure, avant-garde performance meets street theater throughout the city. (215) 413-9006,
fringearts.com
October 1 – November 15, 2020
AUTUMN’S COLORS.
Thousands of chrysanthemums — shaped into clouds, balls, spirals, columns, pagodas, a fountain and the astounding Thousand Bloom Mum — along with the more beautiful harvest-time plantings and colors are in
Longwood Gardens’
annual celebration of fall. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
October 3, 2020
REVOLUTIONARY GERMANTOWN FESTIVAL.
Inspired by true 18
th
-century events, the Germantown festival comes to life with costumed characters, live music, food and drink and a reenactment of the Battle of Germantown, the only military battle ever fought within Philadelphia’s borders.
revolutionarygermantown.org
October 3, 2020
PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL.
More than 140 teams race fiberglass dragon boats, complete with heads and tails, on a 500-meter course on the
Schuylkill River
in the 19
th
-annual fall event that draws thousands of participants and spectators. (610) 642-2333,
philadragonboatfestival.com
October 3, 2020
ROXTOBERFEST.
Food trucks, local beer, vendors and carnival games line Ridge Avenue for this well-loved Roxborough neighborhood tradition. (215) 508-2358,
roxboroughpa.com
October 7–18, 2020
DESIGNPHILADELPHIA.
The entire city celebrates the nation’s oldest festival of its kind, with events that highlight local designers, architects, and creative professionals demonstrating thoughtful design, collaborative business practices, and community engagement.
designphiladelphia.org
October 10 & 11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25, 2020
BOO AT THE ZOO.
The
Philadelphia Zoo
hosts its annual, three-weekend trick-or-treat safari, welcoming costumed kids to explore the nation’s first zoo in search of animals, candy, hot apple cider, a hay bale maze and a giant pumpkin wall. (215) 243-1100,
philadelphiazoo.org
October 10 & 11, 2020
PUMPKIN DAYS.
Hayrides, scarecrow-making, plenty of kids’ activities and pumpkins bring fall to the forefront at
Tyler Arboretum
’s annual event. (610) 566-9134,
tylerarboretum.org
October 11, 2020
OLD CITY FEST.
Artists, crafters, designers, techies, entertainers and restaurateurs celebrate the creative spirit of the Historic District neighborhood along several blocks of activities, exhibits and programs that appeal to families as well as the over-21 crowd. (215) 592-7929,
oldcitydistrict.org
October 22
–
November 1, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL.
This annual festival showcases the best in independent and foreign cinema—shorts, features, animated and guest-accompanied films — in theaters and venues around Philadelphia. (267) 239-2941,
filmadelphia.org
October 24 & 25, 2020
HEAD OF THE SCHUYLKILL REGATTA.
In one of the nation’s largest and most festive rowing events, athletes of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to Olympic-level racers, meet and compete on the
Schuylkill River.
(215) 280-0483,
hosr.org
October 2020 – February 2021
JASPER JOHNS.
The
Philadelphia Museum of Art
and the Whitney Museum of American Art partner on simultaneous exhibitions by the man considered the country’s most significant living artist. (215) 763-8100,
philamuseum.org
October 2020 (TBA)
23
rd
STREET ARMORY OKTOBERFEST.
The
23
rd
Street Armory
transforms into a
bierhall
for this annual Oktoberfest shindig, starring traditional fare, including homemade Bavarian pretzels, and German Hofbräuhaus beer. (267) 909-8814,
brauhausschmitz.com
October 2020 (TBA)
BRU FALL FESTIVAL (at Midtown Village Fall Festival).
Midtown Village’s BRU Craft & Wurst and U-Bahn present a full day of brats, pulled pork, pretzels, beer and music on the
1300 block of Chestnut Street.
(215) 800-1079,
bruphilly.com
October 2020 (TBA)
DAY OF THE DEAD.
The
Penn Museum,
in conjunction with Mexican Cultural Center, present the rich traditions of
Día de los Muertos
at this family-friendly afternoon of costumes, music, dance, storytelling, arts and crafts and a traditional Day of the Dead altar for dedications. (215) 898-4000,
penn.museum
October 2020 (TBA)
GIRARD AVENUE STREET FESTIVAL.
Live music, kids’ activities, food and artisans line
West Girard Avenue
between 26
th
and 29
th
streets during this annual event. (215) 232-4766,
fairmountcdc.org
October 2020 (TBA)
GREAT PUMPKIN CARVE.
An annual
Chadds Ford Historical Society
event offers hayrides, live music, a kid-friendly haunted trail and more than 70 carved pumpkins on view.
greatpumpkincarve.com
October 2020 (TBA)
THE HARVEST GATHERING.
This event at Wallingford’s
Community Arts Center
offers beer and cider, food, music, kids’ art activities and an art exhibition of works created at local farms and farmers markets. (610) 566-1713,
communityartscenter.org
October 2020 (TBA)
HARVESTFEST.
The annual Southwest community event at
Bartram’s Garden
features hayrides, cider press, face painting, cooking and canning workshops and more fun fall-related activities. (215) 729-5281,
bartramsgarden.org
October 2020 (TBA)
JACK’S PUMPKIN GLOW.
On select autumn evenings, visitors can stroll through hand-carved jack-o’-lanterns lighting up
West Fairmount Park
while master carvers demonstrate their skills—and enjoy the beer and wine garden.
glowpumpkin.com/philadelphia
October 2020 (TBA)
LIBERTY MEDAL AWARD.
The
National Constitution Center
awards its highest honor to individuals who strive to secure liberty for people all over the world. (215) 409-6700,
constitutioncenter.org
October 2020 (TBA)
MIDTOWN VILLAGE FALL FESTIVAL.
The
Gayborhood
parties to an ultra-fun level with music, food, sidewalk sales and other festivities. (215) 733-0191,
midtownvillagephilly.org
October 2020 (TBA)
OCTOBERFEAST. Peddler’s Village
in Bucks County offers beer and brats (and other German food) in a family-friendly atmosphere at this annual event. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
October 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA FURNITURE SHOW.
Home furnishings ranging from innovative contemporary designs to adaptations of classical styles are on view at this nationally acclaimed event at the
23
rd
Street Armory.
(215) 387-8590,
philadelphiafurnitureshow.com
October 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA OPEN STUDIO TOURS (POST).
For the 21st year, art connoisseurs and neophytes visit local artists of all mediums in their studios in neighborhoods throughout the city. (215) 546-7775,
philaopenstudios.org
October 2020 (TBA)
OUTFEST.
The world’s largest coming out day features 10 blocks of drag shows, games, bar crawls, music, shopping and a high-heel race, with the main stage at
13
th
and Locust streets.
(215) 875-9288,
phillygaypride.org
October 2020 (TBA)
SOUTH STREET PUMPKINFEST. Headhouse Plaza
’s fall festival is a day of shopping, live music, seasonal bites and brews, straw bale maze, circus performances, horse and wagon hayrides, face painting and, along South Street or trick-or-treating for children 12 and under. (215) 413-3713,
southstreet.com
NOVEMBER 2020
Through November 1, 2020
PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL.
This annual festival showcases the best in independent and foreign cinema—shorts, features, animated and guest-accompanied films — in theaters and venues around Philadelphia. (267) 239-2941,
filmadelphia.org
Through November 7, 2020 (Select dates)
TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS.
Thrill-seekers celebrate the Halloween season by testing their nerves at
Eastern State Penitentiary’s
annual haunt, one of the country’s most popular, inside an abandoned prison. (215) 236-3300,
easternstate.org
November 20, 2020
–
January 3, 2021
LONGWOOD GARDENS CHRISTMAS.
Thousands of poinsettias, towering Christmas trees and fragrant flowers transform the indoor gardens, where concerts take place daily; outside, 500,000 lights glitter in the trees, and fountains dance to seasonal music. (610) 388-1000,
longwoodgardens.org
November 25, 2020
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART TREE LIGHTING.
Music by several artists accompanies the lighting of the tree atop the
Rocky
steps. (215) 763-8100,
philamuseum.org
November 26, 2020
THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE.
The 101st running of America’s first Thanksgiving Day parade, sponsored by 6abc and Dunkin’, wows crowds with Disney characters, fancy floats, giant balloons, marching bands and other festive entertainment along the
Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
6abc.com
November 26
–
December 24, 2020
CHRISTMAS VILLAGE IN PHILADELPHIA.
The German-style market returns to
JFK Plaza,
better known as
LOVE Park.
For the 13th year, more than 80 wooden booths of local and international merchants sell Käthe Wohlfahrt ornaments, Hernhut Stars, wintry apparel and all manner of edible and drinkable treats, while entertainment keeps things festive. (215) 268-7606,
philachristmas.com
November 26, 2020
–
January 1, 2021
THE COMCAST HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR. The Comcast Center
lobby’s super high-res LED display shows a magical sleigh ride over the city and a sing-along in 15 minutes of fun.
comcastcorporation.com
November 27, 2020
–
January 3, 2021
BRANDYWINE CHRISTMAS.
The train display and critter ornaments make their annual holiday-time appearance at the
Brandywine River Museum of Art.
(610) 388-2700,
brandywine.org
November 27
–
December 31, 2020
(closed December 24 & 25)
GARDEN RAILWAY.
Over the winter holidays, from the Friday after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Eve,
Morris Arboretum
presents G-scale model trains running along a quarter-mile track that features 12 rail lines, seven loops and tunnels, two cable cars and nine bridges. (215) 247-5777,
morrisarboretum.org
November 27
–
December 31, 2020
MACY’S CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW.
The Grand Court of the historic Wanamaker department store (now Macy’s) offers a free show of dancing lights, set to the famed Wanamaker Organ; performances every two hours during store hours. (215) 241-9000,
wanamakerorgan.com
November 27, 2020
–
January 1, 2021
WILD LIGHTS HOLIDAY FESTIVAL.
Norristown’s extra kid-friendly
Elmwood Park Zoo
illuminates its 16 acres, adds Santa and his reindeer, runs a vintage carousel and opens its zip line for early-evening fun. (800) 652-4143,
elmwoodparkzoo.org
November 28, 2020
–
January 1, 2021
MIRACLE ON SOUTH 13TH STREET.
A South Philly tradition brings neighbors along the 1600 block of South 13th Street together to decorate their homes with holiday lights and over-the-top decorations enjoyed by both pedestrians and car passengers.
facebook.com/themiracleonsouth13thstreet
November 2020 (TBA)
APPLE FESTIVAL.
At
Peddler’s Village
, visitors indulge in old-fashioned country apple butter, apple cider, apple dumplings, apple fritters, caramel-dipped apples and pie-eating contests. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
November 28, 2020–March (date TBA) 2021
BLUE CROSS RIVERRINK WINTERFEST.
Penn’s Landing’s
wintertime ice-skating rink and Winterfest wonderland, complete with a lodge, arcade and confectionery cabin enjoy seasonal run. (215) 629-3200,
riverrink.com
November (TBA)–December 23, 2020
CHRISTMAS AROUND THE FARM.
Media, Delaware County’s beloved Linvilla Orchards offers cut-your-own fir trees (also available pre-cut), December Saturday night Wassailing Hayrides, plus plenty to purchase to decorate and entertain over the holidays. (610) 876-7116,
linvilla.com
November 2020 (TBA)
CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL.
Santa leads two days of Christmas Parades, and live entertainment pops up among the 60-some specialty shops and six restaurants of
Peddler’s Village
in Bucks County. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
November 2020 (TBA)
CRAFTNOW PHILADELPHIA.
This multiday event returns for its sixth year of featuring events showcasing work by many of the talented and hardworking craftspeople in and around Philadelphia.
craftnowphila.org
November 2020 (TBA)
CIRCLE OF TREES.
Chestnut Hill’s tree lighting comes complete with cocoa, cookies and live music outside historic
Woodmere Art Museum.
(215) 247-6696,
chestnuthill.org
November 2020 (TBA)–January 1, 2021
DECK THE HALL HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW.
The western façade of
Philadelphia City Hall
serves as the backdrop for a nightly light display synchronized to holiday music.
dilworthpark.org
November 2020 (TBA)
FIRST PERSON ARTS FESTIVAL.
Venues throughout the city host the only event in the world dedicated exclusively to art based on personal experiences, a multidisciplinary festival featuring storytelling shows, memoir readings, film screenings, performances, experiential tours and workshops. (267) 402-2055,
firstpersonarts.org
November (TBA)–December 31, 2020
FRANKLIN SQUARE HOLIDAY FESTIVAL FEATURING ELECTRICAL SPECTACLE: A HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW.
Electric company PECO aptly presents the illumination of
Franklin Square,
while the square itself offers comfort food, local beers, and hot beverages at Ben’s Sweets & Treats. (215) 629-4026,
historicphiladelphia.org
November 2020 (TBA)
GERSHMAN PHILADELPHIA JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL.
The festival presents film and film-related programs that appeal to diverse communities and encourage understanding across racial, economic and religious divides. (215) 545-4400,
pjff.org
November 2020 (TBA)
GRAND ILLUMINATION CELEBRATION.
Santa arrives at
Peddler’s Village
to light the venue’s one million lights at 6:15 p.m. sharp, while live music plays and guests enjoy hot apple cider and roasted marshmallows. (215) 794-4000,
peddlersvillage.com
November 2020 (TBA)
THE GREAT HARVEST CIDER AND BEER FESTIVAL.
Hard ciders, lagers, pumpkin ales, as well as food trucks with cozy fall favorites, apple bobbing, a pie-eating contest, music and more take over 11th Street between Fitzwater and Catherine streets in front of
Hawthornes Beer Cafe.
(215) 627-3012,
hawthornecafe.com
November 2020 (TBA)–January 2021 (TBA)
HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW AT SHADY BROOK FARM.
A Yardley, Bucks County farm strings up more than 3 million lights for guests to drive — or ride in a horse-drawn carriage — through; also on tap: visits with Santa, holiday shopping, hot cocoa. (215) 968-1670,
shadybrookfarm.com
November 2020 (TBA)–January 2021 (TBA)
LUMINATURE AT THE PHILADELPHIA ZOO.
An evening activation transforms America’s first zoo into a walk-through display of light and sound. (215) 243-1100,
philadelphiazoo.org
November 2020 (TBA)–January 1, 2021
MADE IN PHILADELPHIA HOLIDAY MARKET.
Outside of
Philadelphia City Hall,
50 local makers of apparel, gifts, art glass and more display and vend their locally made wares for the gift-giving season. (215) 268-7606,
madeinphila.com
November 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA ASIAN AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL.
The largest East Coast film festival dedicated to celebrating and elevating the experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders also includes theatrical and musical performances at various locations throughout the city.
phillyasianfilmfest.org
November 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA MARATHON.
One of the country’s premier — and most scenic — running events courses through historic downtown, past the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Boathouse Row;
the weekend includes an 8K race, half-marathon, a Kids Fun Run and the Health & Fitness Expo. (215) 683-2122,
philadelphiamarathon.com
November 2020 (TBA)
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART CRAFT SHOW.
Museum-quality handmade jewelry, textiles, and mixed media are on display and for sale during this annual event at the
Pennsylvania Convention Center.
(215) 684-7930,
pmacraftshow.org
November 2020 (TBA)–January 1, 2021
A VERY FURRY CHRISTMAS. Sesame Place
in Langhorne, Bucks County hosts Christmas Parades, holiday plays and a kid-centric marketplace — all featuring Elmo, Big Bird, Abby Cadabby and friends. (215) 752-ELMO,
sesameplace.com
Through
August 5, 2024
Spit Spreads Death: The Influenza Pandemic of 1918-19 in Philadelphia. Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
offers its most ambitious exhibition to date — a multi-disciplinary recounting of a global pandemic that took thousands upon thousands of local lives in two years — only 100 years ago. (215) 560-8564,
muttermuseum.org
VISIT PHILADELPHIA
®
is our name and our mission. As the region’s official tourism marketing agency, we build Greater Philadelphia’s image, drive visitation and boost the economy.
On Greater Philadelphia’s official visitor website and blog,
visitphilly.com
and
uwishunu.com
, visitors can explore things to do, upcoming events, themed itineraries and hotel packages. Compelling photography and videos, interactive maps and detailed visitor information make the sites effective trip-planning tools. Along with Visit Philly social media channels, the online platforms communicate directly with consumers. Travelers can also call and stop into the Independence Visitor Center for additional information and tickets.
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