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Dilworth Park, 1 S 15th St., Philadelphia The Center City District is bringing back the Philadelphia Fall Marketplace to Dilworth Plaza. Local vendors will be selling a variety of handmade crafts and locally made products, including photos, art, accessories, apparel, glassware, wood crafts and […]
Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]
Back this year by popular demand, The Bad Pirate Rock Show is a musical odyssey for pirates of all ages! Join a wild band of silly sailors as they search for the true meaning of piracy. This young crew of pirate misfits must prove their […]
Please join us at the public reception for Bodies in Motion on Friday September 27th from 6 - 8 pm. The Lansdowne Art Committee is thrilled to present Bodies in Motion, on view at the 20*20 House in Lansdowne, PA September 21-December 01. Bodies in […]
Hacia la luz is a dance journey into the many worlds Elba has inhabited. This work is the culmination of an intensive exploration into her Andean ancestry through extensive travels and studies with gifted Shamans coupled with her lifelong passion and commitment to the beloved […]
Halloween spirits come alive with bone-chilling tales from beyond the grave on a Candlelight Ghost Tour of Philadelphia! Guests will unearth spine-tingling stories of wandering ghosts, haunted houses steeped in mystery, and hidden burial grounds on a walking tour of Old City and Society Hill. […]
Enter a world where imagination knows no limits and boundaries of gravity blur. “Acrobatics are liquefied into poetry” as this “perpetually popular troupe, known for clever contortions and playful antics,” (The New York Times) performs re:CREATION, a dynamic collection of dance works infused with daring […]
Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]
A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Delaware County will host dozens of inspiring, thought-provoking, memorable events—including many free to the public—over nine days during the sixth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 21 – Sunday, September […]
Bring your friends, family, and appetite for a delicious weekend shopping experience! The top coffee shops, coffee roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from around the region will gather in Oaks, PA, for the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival. Come sip, taste, and […]
The Delaware River Festival is back for another year along the Delaware River! Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, join us for an annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum […]
Start a new family tradition at Arasapha Farm’s Harvest Hayride. Arasapha Farm is re-opening this year with lots of new additions and family fun. Take a hayride to their 4 acre pumpkin garden and choose from hundreds of pumpkins of all sizes. Prices vary from […]
Fall family fun at Charlann Farms with activities/games geared towards younger children! Enjoy their corn maze, a hayride, games pony rides and other Fall Festival activities. Each child with a fall festival ticket will receive a sugar pumpkin to decorate at the pumpkin painting table! […]
Explore the zigzag spaces, tunnels, and multi-level views created in Woodmere's 2024 straw maze. Built with massive bales of straw and designed by architects Peter Everett Brown and Barbara Ann Sprague of BrownSprague LLC, this year’s maze provides fun and recreation for all ages. FREE for family […]
Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]
Experience the magic of the season during FallFest at Shady Brook Farm! Navigate through our 4-acre corn maze, hand-pick your perfect pumpkin, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our sunflower fields! Keep the fun rolling with whimsical wagon rides, live, toe-tapping tunes, and apple […]
Dilworth Park, 1 S 15th St., Philadelphia The Center City District is bringing back the Philadelphia Fall Marketplace to Dilworth Plaza. Local vendors will be selling a variety of handmade crafts and locally made products, including photos, art, accessories, apparel, glassware, wood crafts and […]
Philly AIDS Thrift's 19th Anniversary Block Party will take place right outside of Philly AIDS Thrift at the 700 block of S. 5th Street (between Bainbridge St. and Monroe St.) on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. The celebration will include music, circus performers, food and drinks, […]
Fishtown Feastivale takes over Frankford Ave in Fishtown on September 28th, 2024! Now in our third year, this outdoor end-of-summer food festival & celebration features local foods including burgers, brisket and Bavarian pretzels, paired with Fishtown favorite cocktails & beer, & over 50 local art […]
Back this year by popular demand, The Bad Pirate Rock Show is a musical odyssey for pirates of all ages! Join a wild band of silly sailors as they search for the true meaning of piracy. This young crew of pirate misfits must prove their […]
The Utility Works MakerSpace is offering a comprehensive introduction to using the Sawgrass sublimation printer, software and ink. In this class you will be sitting down with MakerSpace Manager Evan Ludwig, who will be teaching you how to set up our Sawgrass printer, how to […]
The No Name Pops invites audiences to an unforgettable afternoon of some of the greatest movie scores of all time. They proudly present Blockbusters in the Burbs on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 3 PM, at the beautiful Alumnae Hall, Immaculata University. Returning for this […]
Hacia la luz is a dance journey into the many worlds Elba has inhabited. This work is the culmination of an intensive exploration into her Andean ancestry through extensive travels and studies with gifted Shamans coupled with her lifelong passion and commitment to the beloved […]
A week-long celebration—including two full weekends—of the performing, visual, and creative arts in Delaware County! Delaware County will host dozens of inspiring, thought-provoking, memorable events—including many free to the public—over nine days during the sixth annual Delco Arts Week, Saturday, September 21 – Sunday, September […]
Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and Tula Yoga for all-level yoga classes on Sundays from 10:00–11:00 AM. Find your peaceful place in the greenspace while connecting with your practice and meeting other people. These all-level classes will be led by a rotation of local Tula Yoga instructors. Classes are held […]
Bring your friends, family, and appetite for a delicious weekend shopping experience! The top coffee shops, coffee roasters, chocolatiers, gourmet food purveyors, and unique artisans from around the region will gather in Oaks, PA, for the Pennsylvania Chocolate and Coffee Festival. Come sip, taste, and […]
Start a new family tradition at Arasapha Farm’s Harvest Hayride. Arasapha Farm is re-opening this year with lots of new additions and family fun. Take a hayride to their 4 acre pumpkin garden and choose from hundreds of pumpkins of all sizes. Prices vary from […]
Fall family fun at Charlann Farms with activities/games geared towards younger children! Enjoy their corn maze, a hayride, games pony rides and other Fall Festival activities. Each child with a fall festival ticket will receive a sugar pumpkin to decorate at the pumpkin painting table! […]
Explore the zigzag spaces, tunnels, and multi-level views created in Woodmere's 2024 straw maze. Built with massive bales of straw and designed by architects Peter Everett Brown and Barbara Ann Sprague of BrownSprague LLC, this year’s maze provides fun and recreation for all ages. FREE for family […]
Cherry Hill Mall is hosting the grand opening of the world's biggest bounce park, FUNBOX, for families & friends of all ages! 25,000 sq. ft. world of inflatable fun & adventure, in the mall parking lot across from JCPenney until 10/20 Attractions include Marshmallow Mountain, Temple Tower, the Ninja Wall, an […]
Experience the magic of the season during FallFest at Shady Brook Farm! Navigate through our 4-acre corn maze, hand-pick your perfect pumpkin, and immerse yourself in the beauty of our sunflower fields! Keep the fun rolling with whimsical wagon rides, live, toe-tapping tunes, and apple […]
Makers Market Explore handcrafted treasures and vintage finds at the weekly Makers Market. Local artisans showcase their handmade jewelry, clothing, home décor, health and wellness items, paintings, and more. Find that perfect gift or treat yourself. Check out the pop-up collaboration with vendors from the […]
Celebrate Puerto Rican culture and community in the heart of Philadelphia at the Puerto Rican Day Parade. The free celebration brings thousands of performers and spectators to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway each year for a spirited procession from 18th Street to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. […]
Head down to Spruce Street Harbor Park on the Philly waterfront for free, Family Funday Sunday — every Sunday this summer from 12:30 pm to 6 pm. There will be fun fitness classes, crafts, and activities, with pop-up play each week. Start your day with […]
Back this year by popular demand, The Bad Pirate Rock Show is a musical odyssey for pirates of all ages! Join a wild band of silly sailors as they search for the true meaning of piracy. This young crew of pirate misfits must prove their […]
