South Street Headhouse District Hosts 83rd Easter Promenade with FREE Family Fun

Hop on down to South Street Headhouse District for some FREE, egg-citing family fun during the 83rd annual Easter Promenade on Sunday, April 20, 2014.  Come dressed in your Easter Sunday Best and promenade down South Street in this grand and popular tradition. Master of ceremonies Henri David returns to lead the parade from Passyunk Avenue/South Street down to Headhouse Square. More info after the jump! 

Enjoy Easter treats, live music from the Philadelphia Freedom Band, the Bunny Hop, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cottontail and much more until 2pm. Bring your camera and stick around to meet the Easter Bunny himself, and see who wins the best dressed contests!

Children and adults can enter to be crowned Best Dressed, or best Easter Bonnet – even your pet can win big if he or she is best dressed! Celebrity judges will announce the winners in 12 categories, including: 

  • BEST DRESS LITTLE GIRL (2-5 yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS LITTLE BOY (2-5 yrs)
  • BEST DRESS YOUNG GIRL (6-12 yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS YOUNG BOY (6-12 yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS TEEN AGE GIRL (13-19 yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS TEEN AGE BOY (13-19 yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS WOMAN (20+yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS MAN (20+ yrs.)
  • BEST DRESS FAMILY
  • BEST DRESS PET
  • BEST EASTER BONNET
  • BEST SOUTH STREET RAZZLE DAZZLE

Don't miss this FREE family event, filled with fun and surprises! Come to the District before the Promenade or stay afterwards to enjoy a fabulous brunch at one of our wonderful restaurants or enjoy a day of shopping in our wide variety of stores. For more information, visit www.southstreet.com or call 215-413-3713.

About South Street Headhouse District

The South Street Headhouse District is a renowned commercial corridor and home to over 400 unique businesses, including some of the best restaurants, retailers, and services in the region.  The South Street Headhouse District, home of historic Fabric Row and Philadelphia Magic Gardens, is also one of the top tourist destinations in Philadelphia, with over one million visitors each year.  Surrounded by the historic neighborhoods of Society Hill, Queen Village, Bella Vista, and Washington Square West, the South Street Headhouse District is great place to eat, shop, play, and live.