Gloucester Day 2026 – Vendor Registration is Open

September 26, 2026, 1pm-5pm
$10 reg fee “For Profit” Vendors Only

Contact Lori Ryan at 856-456-7012 or register here.

Franklin Ice Cream Bar Announces Custard Giveaway May 2

* New flavors, summer hours, new dips available for custard cones, design your own Keystone bars and more return for the everyone’s favorite time of the year *

Philadelphia, PA – Ice cream and custard season is officially back in Philly! Franklin Ice Cream Bar announces its season grand opening at 112 Market Street, starting Saturday, May 2nd through Labor Day. Franklin Fountain’s companion ice cream parlor for warm weather months is located just two doors down, in the heart of Confectionery Row. For this year’s menu, look for the return of their famous thick vanilla and chocolate custard, standard and seasonal pints, ice cream cakes, ice cream sandwiches and vegan and gluten-free options. Keystone Bars are back in rotating ice cream flavors. Design your own with a choice of milk or dark Shane Confectionery Chocolate dips.

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West Coast Fry Phenomenon Mr. Fries Makes Debut in Philadelphia Today

One of the West Coast’s most talked-about fast-casual concepts is heading to the Keystone State. Mr. Fries Man, the viral loaded fries franchise out of Gardena, California, will open its first-ever Pennsylvania location this Friday, April 24, 2026, at 2313 Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood. Named “the most unique fries in South Bay,” Mr. Fries Man will bring a full menu of unique loaded fries, including buffalo ranch chicken fries, honey garlic shrimp and steak fries, chicken bacon parm fries, lemon garlic crab and shrimp fries, and more. The menu will also include build your own fries, vegetarian options, wings with over a dozen sauce options and loaded baked potatoes.

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Evil Genius Brings Craft Beer Legend 21st Amendment Back

Philadelphia, PA – 21st Amendment Brewery, the national institution that pioneered craft beer in a can and gave the world Hell or High Watermelon, is returning to coolers and taps, just in time for summer! The legacy continues, thanks to Philadelphia’s independent brewery Evil Genius Beer Company. The Philadelphia-based brewer, known for its nostalgic and irreverent approach to craft beer, is continuing 21st Amendment’s legacy and beloved year-round 21A brews: Hell or High Watermelon, the cult classic that pioneered the fruited wheat beer category, both Brew Fr ee! or Die flagship West Coast IPA and its citrus-infused variant Brew Fr ee! or Die Blood Orange, and the award-winning retro-americana Amendment Lager.

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Down & Derby Wine Festival

Discover Your New Favorite Local Winery

Break out your best hats and bowties because Down & Derby is around the corner! On SaturdayMay 2nd from 2 PM to 7 PM, Veterans Island at Cooper River Park transforms into a lively celebration for the Fourth Annual Down And Derby Wine Festival, presented by the Board of Commissioners and Visit South Jersey. Sip and savor standout selections from South Jersey’s top wineries while enjoying live music, great food, and festive games. With Derby-inspired style in full swing, it’s the perfect chance to dress up and unwind. More surprises are on the way, so grab your friends and get ready for a day that’s equal parts flavor, fashion, and fun. To learn more, Click Here.

Wine Village in Baltimore Returns For Its 4th Year

Baltimore, MD – Wine Village in Baltimore, brought to you by the makers of the beloved Christmas Village, is thrilled to announce its return to the Inner Harbor for its fourth season. Following its successful debut in May 2023 and growing popularity in the years since, Wine Village is set to welcome visitors back to West Shore Park with another season of its cozy, European-inspired wine festival along the scenic waterfront. From May 7 through May 31, 2026, Wine Village will once again transform the Inner Harbor into a vibrant open-air wine garden with 45 vendors.

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Philly Beer Tour Reimagined

Crafted in Philly Brewery Tour returns for third consecutive year

Philly beer drinkers have never had more options in the city and suburbs, and for the third consecutive year, BrewedAt brings the Crafted In Philly Brewery Tour to the city. 

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Action Wellness Announces 36th Annual Dining Out For Life® 

Philadelphia’s longest-running restaurant fundraiser returns to support lifesaving HIV/AIDS services across the region. Action Wellness announces the 36th Annual Dining Out for Life® at 40+ restaurants on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Each year, top restaurants and chefs welcome thousands of diners for a night of great food, drink, community and giving back. Participating restaurants agree to donate a portion of their proceeds to support local individuals living with HIV. For 2026, this year’s restaurant line-up reads like a who’s who of the region’s most award-winning restaurants, with notable names such as Barclay Prime, Buddakan, Butcher and Singer, El Vez, Frankford Hall, Franky Bradley’s | B.West, Gilda, Giorgio on Pine, Good Dog Bar, Jack’s Firehouse, LMNO, Loco Pez, The Love, Morimoto, P.J. Clarke’s, Parc, Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti, Sophie’s BBQ, Spasso Italian Grill, Spring Mill Café, Stina, Talula’s Garden, The Continental Midtown, , Tortilla Press Cantina Urban Village Brewing Company, Villa di Roma, Wilder and many more. New to the line-up this year are Borromini, Leo, Rittenhouse Grill, Rockwell & Rose Steakhouse, Scampi and Val’s Lesbian Bar. Hours vary by restaurant. Reservations are encouraged in advance. For a full list of restaurants or to make an advance donation, visit diningoutforlife dot com/Philadelphia. Watch for updates, follow on social media and share your experience at @DineOut4LifePHL

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AAAHH!!! Eat-Along at Reading Terminal

Today, April 13, 2026 | 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Kick off the week with a little cathartic group screaming! Brought to you in coordinated-yet-chaotic harmony, Philly’s own Bearded Ladies invite you to sing along to tunes fit for welcoming America’s 250th anniversary (with all the freedom of speech that entails).

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Open for the Season: Liberty Beer Garden

— Photo by S. Ramones for Visit Philadelphia

Now open (Wednesdays through Sundays)

Drink in Philly’s rich history with the return of this Independence Mall beer garden. Hosted right next to the Independence Visitor Center — within sight of the National Constitution Center and the Liberty Bell — the breezy beer garden features picnic tables, cozy hammocks, and a bevy of bites and drinks.

On the menu: eats like loaded hot dogs, cheesesteaks, flatbread pizzas and giant Philly pretzels (!), plus a variety of craft beer, wine and cocktails. The beer garden is free to enter, with weekday happy hours from 4 to 6 p.m.

Where: Liberty Beer Garden, 50 N. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA

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