Philly this weekend...
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Coming to Philly this Friday night for an anniversary dinner. We will be in town all day Sat. with nothing to do.
Does anyone know of anything good happening this Sat. in Philly?
Beer fests, sports games, concerts, etc...
Any help is appreciated.
Does anyone know of anything good happening this Sat. in Philly?
Beer fests, sports games, concerts, etc...
Any help is appreciated.
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jeagler is hosting a male review
in a Real Prison YOU GOTTA do this one!
At Eastern State Penitentiary
Every Day: 11 am to 6 pm
Show Nights: 11 am to Event Closing
OR AS a Part of a "Fright and a Bite" Dinner Package
Dinner PackagesEight wonderful Fairmount area restaurants —all within a few blocks of the Penitentiary — offer Halloween dinner packages that include Terror Behind the Walls tickets. Simply make your reservations at the restaurant, and your Halloween tickets will arrive with dessert! No Ticketmaster fees of any kind! And, new for 2010, all "Fright and a Bite" dinner packages now include a Terror Behind the Walls Quick Pass, allowing you to skip the lines!
Please note: Fright and a Bite Dinner Packages must be reserved through the restaurants. Same day reservations are accepted until 3 pm.
OR JUST do the tour..it'll scare the begeezus outta you!
website and tix...best to buy tix in advance this time of year...
http://halloween.easternstate.org/hallo ... se-tickets
OR some MUSIC at the bar scenes..these are great places
Ra Ra Riot
Trocadero Theatre
October 2, 2010
Ra Ra Riot is an American indie rock band from Syracuse, New York, consisting of vocalist Wes Miles, bassist Mathieu Santos, guitarist Milo Bonacci, cellist Alexandra Lawn, violinist Rebecca Zeller, and drummer Gabriel Duquette.
Trocadero Theatre 10/02/10 Trocadero Theatre, Philadelphia
The Note
142 E. Market Street
West Chester, PA
Saturday, October 2nd – 8pm
Alex B, Ana Sia, and Eliot Lipp
* An 18 & Over Event
The Grape Room
105 Grape Street
Manayunk, PA, 19127
Phone:
215-930-0321
Mon - Sun:
7:00 pm - 2:00 am
Underwater Water Garden, Brothers from Another, Killing the Messenger, SDS
When: Saturday, October 2 from 7:00 pm to 1:00 am
AND SOME PHILLY YUMMIES
Taste of Philadelphia Food Tour
Reading Terminal Market
March 1, 2006 - Ongoing
Learn the story behind cheesesteaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they're sold during this 75-minute food-writer-led walking tour.
Tour departs from the Reading Terminal Market information desk at 12th and Filbert Streets. Reservations are required. Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia
SOME HISTORY
National Constitution Center’s The Story of We the People
National Constitution Center
February 24-December 31, 2010
The National Constitution Center’s permanent exhibition, The Story of We the People, tells the story of the Constitution, its history, and its contemporary relevance through more than 100 multimedia exhibits, film, photographs, text, sculpture, and artifacts. It also features a powerful, award-winning theatrical performance, “Freedom Rising”, and Signers' Hall, containing 42 life-size and lifelike statues of our Founding Fathers. Visitors can take the Presidential...
MORE MUSIC..maybe some COMEDY...you have to wait and see
Open Mic
Seven Stones Cafe
July 25, 2009 - Ongoing
The Seven Stones Café hosts its Open Mic on the last Saturday of every month. This downtown Media café welcomes all to enjoy this gathering of great music, the taste of La Colombe coffee, and the richness of fresh, and wholesome food.
Seven Stones Cafe 07/25/09
01/01/37 Seven Stones Café, Media
SOME Interactive HILARIOUSNESS 2 Locations to choose from
ComedySportz Improv Comedy Show
September 25-December 18, 2010
ComedySportz is improv comedy, played as a sport.
ComedySportz is Philadelphia’s leading improv comedy show. Since 1993 ComedySportz has been entertaining fans with the fastest and funniest form of improv comedy ever seen. Two teams of improvisers vie for points in a hilarious competition by playing a series of improv games, similar to what yo may have seen on TVs Whose Line Is It Anyway? A referee governs the action, calling fouls and keeping the match moving at a blistering...
ComedySportz 09/25/10
12/18/10 Adrienne Theater - Second Stage, Philadelphia
OR AT
ComedySportz Improv Comedy
April 25, 2009-December 31, 2012
Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): 5 out of 5 stars rating
ComedySportz is Philadelphia's leading improv comedy show. Since 1993 ComedySportz has been entertaining fans with the fastest and funniest form of improv comedy ever seen. Two teams of improvisers vie for points in a hilarious competition by playing a series of improv games, similar to what you may have seen on TVs Whose Line Is It Anyway? A referee governs the action, calling fouls and keeping the match moving at a blistering pace. The audience is always a part of the interactive...
ComedySportz 04/25/09
12/31/12 Playground at the Adrienne, Philadelphia
SCARY STUFF
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia
July 7-October 31, 2010
Experience Philadelphia after dark and discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Candlelight Walking Tours meander along the back streets and into the mysterious gardens of Society Hill and Independence Park, where ghostly spirits, haunted houses and eerie graveyards lurk in the night!
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia 07/07/10
10/31/10 Signers Garden, Philadelphia
MORE
Haunted Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia
July 8-October 31, 2010
In the shadows of Philadelphia's historic streets, mysterious legends and dark secrets are waiting to be unearthed! Explore the Other Side of Philly folklore and history on a Victorian-style, open-air trolley, and visit up to 20 locations in Society Hill and Old City, stepping off for a closer look at three sites. Discover unexplainable apparitions, long-forgotten mass burial grounds, rogues, scoundrels and socialites, and other haunting tales from Philly's buried past!
COOL and possibly Romantic Sailing Tours
History Sail
American Sailing Tours
July 9-October 31, 2010
Explore the maritime history of Philadelphia! Learn about the Delaware River's contribution to the growth of America's first city and the people, ships and commerce that built Philadelphia.
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
Moonlight Sail
American Sailing Tours
July 9-October 31, 2010
Our tropical beach theme continues into the cool summer evening with more Jimmy Buffett music under the stars. Once the sun sets, the city lights up and reflects off the water, all the other boat traffic leaves and the river is ours all night long!
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
PHILLY MUSTS
The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia
June 14-November 28, 2010
See why the Chicago Tribune said “No visit to Philadelphia is complete without taking a Constitutional Guided Walking Tour, a 75-minute, mile and a quarter stroll that puts 15 historic sites, from Independence Hall to the National Constitution Center, and Ben Franklin, in perspective.” The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia takes you on a walking journey through America's most historic area—the birthplace of our nation. Step back in time to see where The...
The Constitutional Walking Tour of Philadelphia 06/14/10
11/28/10 Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia
Paddle Penn's Landing
Presented by Tidal Delaware Water Trail at Penn's Landing
May 1-October 3, 2010
See the city from a whole new perspective—the water! The Pennsylvania Environmental Council and Delaware River Waterfront Corp. have expanded the Kayak program in the Penn's Landing Marina for Summer 2010. Paddle Penn's Landing is a half-hour introductory program to boating on the Tidal Delaware River. Kayakers (12 years and older) get an overview of basic strokes, are assisted into boats and supervised while they paddle around the Penn's Landing Marina. The foot-pedaled...
Tidal Delaware Water Trail 05/01/10-
10/03/10 Philadelphia
OKTOBERFEST Begins in Philly of course
Oktoberfest German Beers & Food
Midtown Village Fall Festival with Beer Garden
Presented by McGillin's Olde Ale House at McGillin's Olde Ale House
September 2-October 2, 2010
MORE TOURS
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia
July 7-October 31, 2010
Experience Philadelphia after dark and discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Candlelight Walking Tours meander along the back streets and into the mysterious gardens of Society Hill and Independence Park, where ghostly spirits, haunted houses and eerie graveyards lurk in the night!
10/31/10 Signers Garden, Philadelphia
Haunted Trolley Tour of Philadelphia
July 8-October 31, 2010
In the shadows of Philadelphia's historic streets, mysterious legends and dark secrets are waiting to be unearthed! Explore the Other Side of Philly folklore and history on a Victorian-style, open-air trolley, and visit up to 20 locations in Society Hill and Old City, stepping off for a closer look at three sites. Discover unexplainable apparitions, long-forgotten mass burial grounds, rogues, scoundrels and socialites, and other haunting tales from Philly's buried past!
10/31/10 Bourse, Philadelphia
HISTORY SAIL
American Sailing Tours
July 9-October 31, 2010
Explore the maritime history of Philadelphia! Learn about the Delaware River's contribution to the growth of America's first city and the people, ships and commerce that built Philadelphia.
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
Tropical Sail
American Sailing Tours
July 9-October 31, 2010
If the island life is a state of mind, then this is the destination for your imagination. You might not see Jimmy Buffett in the hammock, but you'll come close! Join American Sailing Tours on the water for Hawaiian shirts and the best tropical beach music. Find a little of the Caribbean in Philadelphia!
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
SUNSET SAIL
July 9-October 31, 2010
Our famous Sunset Sail was named the #1 Most Romantic Thing To Do in Philadelphia by travel website NileGuide.com. Relax with the romantic sounds of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald and many others as you watch the sun set beyond the Center City skyline from the deck of the Summer Wind. Bring your favorite person and watch the sky melt on the river.
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
Moonlight Sail (really nice)
American Sailing Tours
July 9-October 31, 2010
Our tropical beach theme continues into the cool summer evening with more Jimmy Buffett music under the stars. Once the sun sets, the city lights up and reflects off the water, all the other boat traffic leaves and the river is ours all night long!
American Sailing Tours 07/09/10
10/31/10 Pier 24, Philadelphia
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia
September 25-October 31, 2010
Haunted mansions and forgotten cemeteries, ghostly sightings and unexplained mysteries … A Halloween ghost tour featuring entry into the Powel House, a Society Hill mansion haunted by spirits from the past. The 90 minute interactive tour uses basic ghost hunting equipment to search for paranormal activity. Limited space available; reservations required.
Ghost Tours of Philadelphia 09/25/10
10/31/10 Signers Garden, Philadelphia
Betsy Ross House
Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
October 1-December 31, 2010
The Betsy Ross House is dedicated to preserving the legend of the first flag and the story of Betsy Ross, and all Colonial working-class women. The House, just blocks from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, is one of Philadelphia’s most popular historic attractions with nearly 300,000 visitors annually. The House is two and a half stories with eight rooms and was originally built in 1740. The House is restored to the period from 1773 to 1785, when Betsy Ross, as the story tells...
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. 10/01/10
12/31/10 Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia
LIKE LOCAL BEERS? Here ya go...great tour
Philly On Tap
Philadelphia Urban Adventures
July 30-December 31, 2010
Enjoy a taste of Philadelphia's finest local beers 3 of in the City's most unique, friendly and eclectic watering holes. Experience a diverse and exciting group of bars while learning about and tasting the best of Philadelphia's craft beers, regional breweries and micro brews. A beer at each stop is included in your happy hour adventure, as well as a snack or two along the way.
Philadelphia Urban Adventures 07/30/10
12/31/10 City Hall, Philadelphia
Celebrity Murals & Meals Tour: Explore Philadelphia With 2 Public Art Legends
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia
October 2, 2010
Join Magic Garden creator Isiah Zagar and Mural Arts Program Director Jane Golden on a one-of-a-kind tour of the most spectacular mosaics in the city. See nearly 20 artworks and hear from two of Philadelphia's public art legends. You begin your tour at Black 'N' Brew Cafe and finish at Da Vinci Ristorante.
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia 10/02/10 Black 'N' Brew Cafe, Philadelphia
Num Nums
Taste of Philadelphia Food Tour
Reading Terminal Market
March 1, 2006 - Ongoing
Learn the story behind cheesesteaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they're sold during this 75-minute food-writer-led walking tour.
Tour departs from the Reading Terminal Market information desk at 12th and Filbert Streets. Reservations are required.
MORE YUMMIES & MORE BEER!
Craft Beer and Artisanal Cheese Tour
City Food Tours
February 6, 2010 - Ongoing
During this entertaining and delicious 2-hour adventure in Old City, a fun and knowledgeable food & beer pro will introduce you to 8 Craft Beers in one of the city’s best microbreweries, and a decadent tasting of 4 Artisanal Cheeses in a boutique cheese shop. You’ll enjoy 8 distinct craft beers--each brewed on-site--representing a vast range of styles. During the tasting, Eric Matzke (one of the owners of City Food Tours) will share some fun facts about how beer is made,...
City Food Tours 02/06/10
01/01/37 Various Locations,
INTERESTING STUFF
Stories of Struggle
Independence National Historical Park
September 1-October 31, 2010
“Stories of Struggle” As the nation began to develop, not all people achieved what Thomas Jefferson described as “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” Enslaved Africans, women seeking equality and the right to vote, and Native Americans who were forcibly removed from their lands, decimated by war and disease are just some of these Stories of Struggle. Join a Park Ranger for a 30-minute illustrated program in the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank. Wednesday...
Independence National Historical Park 09/01/10
10/31/10 Second Bank of the United States, Philadelphia
SPORTS
There are No Phillies or Eagles Home Games on Sat the 2nd of Oct but if you're into Ivy League FB:
Penn Football vs. Dartmouth
Penn Athletics
October 2, 2010
Penn opens up home Ivy League play as they take on the Dartmouth Big Green.
Penn Athletics 10/02/10 Franklin Field, Philadelphia
HISTORIC VALLEY FORGE ..cool tour
Valley Forge After Hours Tour
Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
September 11-October 23, 2010
Travel back in time to June 1778, a turning point in the Revolutionary War, spend an exciting evening at the famous encampment at Valley Forge, and see what nights were like for the Continental Army. Enjoy a traditional Colonial dinner with Martha Washington before checking in at General Washington’s Headquarters and then relax around the group campfire and listen to the soldiers’ tales. Recommended for children 8 and up. Departs from the Train Station at Washington’s...
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. 09/11/10
10/23/10 Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia
MORE OKTOBERFEST FUN
Oktoberfest Beers--get out your lederhosen and steins--McGillin's will start pouring the coveted Oktoberfest beers on September 2nd. There will also be adding German cuisine to their lunch and dinner menus.http://www.mcgillins.com/
OK and if none of that works for you...you can come on over to our house...not too far from philly..we can throw some burgers on the grill LOL
See http://www.phillyfunguide.com/ for more stuff...like kids stuff if you have kids coming with, more cool stuff to do. This is a great city...enjoy your weekend!
Peace,
jo
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
and it depends on what you're looking for, kids stuff, adult stuff
but the historic stuff alone can fill up your Saturday in a flash
yes but who are you going to give your business to?
Now that's the big question when in Philly.
Gino's or Pat's ?????
WTH do both..one for lunch one for midnight snack..that way you can't go wrong.
Which one do you like? Or some other place. Personally I prefer the local little bar joints or the old guy delis...they're the best in my opinion.
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
some will say those both are bad. however, i like Pat's. mmmm
for the PJ shows last year, i grabbed one from one of those little carts down by the liberty bell. it was good, or mabye i was i was just loopy.
Some will say Genos, most will say Pats. A couple people who think they are smart will say Jims on South Street then a few people who know what they are talking about will say Johns Roast Pork.
You cant go wrong. They are all good.
food from those carts scare me...ya, you were loopy
the little tucked away places no one's ever heard of are definitely the best
it's trial and error..but then you find a great one and you're hooked
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
If you like beer and good food, go to a gastropub - Standard Tap, South Philly Tap Room, Devil's Den - plenty more. It's a huge trend in Philly the past 5 to 10 years or so, and not something you find everywhere else. Most of, say, New York, is too pretentious for gastropubs.
If you really want a big sandwich with lots of calories, do yourself a favor and get a roast pork with sharp provolone & broccoli rabe, instead of a cheesesteak. Tony Lukes, DiNic's in Reading Terminal, Nick's Roast Beef, John's Roast Pork...
Have fun!
Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22;
Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
Thanks for your help, jo!
don't be hating on the cheese steak.
Back to suggestions for what they could do on their Saturday after their Anniversary Friday?
hmmm.....I've just about run out of ideas for that ...but anyone else? Bueller? Bueller? Anyone?
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
by the way i keep being told that 5 guys is the best around...never been to one....don't think there's one near me but i'm gonna find one someday soon and try it out
but for hot dogs...Hot Dog Johnny in Butzville NJ is the ABSOLUTE best....I've been there in the summer, when I used to live up there, and saw ppl in cars, motor homes and hoards of bikers from everywhere imaginable that make HD Johnny's a ritual stop on their summer vacation travels every year. It's that good! Ever up that way (near Belvidere NJ, the County Seat of Warren Co. NJ
in other words Timbuktu....) stop in..you won't regret it..even if you don't like hot dogs all that much, you'll love them at Johnny's.
Just a note since I read your byline on your post...has nothing to do with Philly This Weekend, sorry. :roll:
jo
http://www.Etsy.com/Shop/SimpleEarthCreations
"How I choose to feel is how I am." ~ EV/MMc
"Some people hear their own inner voices with great clearness and they live by what they hear. Such people become crazy, or they become legends." ~ One Stab ~
5 Guys is pretty overrated I think, but still pretty good for a lunch. Time to duck for cover...
Phila, PA 4/28/16; Phila, PA 4/29/16; Fenway Park 8/7/16; Fenway Park 9/2/18; Asbury Park 9/18/21; Camden 9/14/22;
Las Vegas 5/16/24; Las Vegas 5/18/24; Phila, PA 9/7/24; Phila, PA 9/9/24; Baltimore Arena 9/12/24
Tres Mtns - TLA 3/23/11; EV - Tower Theatre 6/25/11; Temple of the Dog - Tower Theatre 11/5/16
it isn't the best thing in the world
a co-worker just said that hot dog line with such love ..i had to put it up
that being said the dog was cut in half and stuffed with the bacon and cheese..it was pretty orgasmic
If you've got kids, it's got a merry go round, play ground and a miniature golf course. And it's an absolulety beautiful place on a lovely afternoon.
Also, check out the Philly Phlash, for a mere $5.00 to $6.00 a day, you can ride it all day long and go from Penns Landing all the way to the Art Museum, if not all the way to the Zoo.
http://www.visitphilly.com/tours/philadelphia/phlash/
i will punch you in the mouth. for what it is, 5 guys is the best. but its not really a philly thing. they originated in the dc area.
totally worth it dude
the fries are awesoem and they totally overload them into your bag.
god damn it....i want this now. right now.
thats my advice for philly
the bar across the street was cooler
Sammi: Wanna just break up?
Phladium? That's a great spot that not a lot of people know about.
shhhhhhhh.....why would you tell him?!?!!?
that place can get pretty crowded though.
yea cause i visit philly alot :roll:
Sammi: Wanna just break up?
Concerts:
Ra Ra Riot plays at the Troc
!!! and Les Savy Fav play at the Electric Factory
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9/7/24- Philly, PA
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RNDM- 3/9/16- Philly, PA