Boo at Philadelphia Zoo Expands: Five Weekends, Pumpkin Feedings, Fall Surprises, Costume Contests

Boo at Philadelphia Zoo Expands: Five Weekends, Pumpkin Feedings, Fall Surprises, Costume Contests

Philadelphia Zoo’s quintessential, family-friendly Halloween extravaganza, Boo at the Zoo, is back every weekend this October (plus Indigenous Peoples' Day) for the first time in its over 20-year history! These fun-filled weekends include incredible costumes, festive fall treats and fang-tastic fun. Bring a candy bag, come dressed in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat around the Zoo, enjoy seasonal décor, boo-tiful autumn weather, Howl-oween children's activities and have a spooktacular time. New for 2026, ride the Pherris Wheel for a fall view 10 stories up, visit Trick-or-Tree House, take a ride on the SEPTA PZ "Boo" Choo Train, check out Cryptic Creatures and Frightful Flora, visit early with new fall wildlife morning tours and enjoy the Teal Pumpkin Project for those with food allergies. For returning fall favorites, look for a full line-up of pumpkin feedings and animal enrichments, including hippos, big cats, aquatic turtles, orangutans, gorillas, birds, giant tortoises and Rodrigues fruit bats.

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Made in Philadelphia Presents 10th Anniversary Fall Market with 80+ Makers and Artists

Made in Philadelphia Presents 10th Anniversary Fall Market with 80+ Makers and Artists

The Made in Philadelphia Fall Market is celebrating its 10th anniversary this October, marking a decade of bringing local makers, small businesses and fall festivities to the heart of Center City. Brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia in partnership with the Center City District (CCD), the beloved outdoor marketplace returns to Dilworth Park from Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11, 2026. For one festive fall weekend, visitors can shop from more than 80 vendors, including makers and small businesses from Philadelphia, the tri-state area and beyond, while enjoying seasonal food, unique gifts and the fall atmosphere in Center City. The market is open to the public with shopping, food and drinks available for purchase throughout the weekend.  The market is no charge, family friendly and rain or shine. 

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Teenage Dirtbag Hitmakers Headline 10 Hour Music Festival Under the El in Fishtown

Teenage Dirtbag Hitmakers Headline 10 Hour Music Festival Under the El in Fishtown

Evil Genius Beer Company celebrates 15 years of very silly names and very serious beers - and a brand that was built on celebrating nostalgia - with a giant, all-day, all-ages block party taking over Fishtown.  Evil Genius 15th Anniversary Music Festival will debut on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00am to 10:00pm, from Cecil B. Moore to Palmer Street on Front Street and from Front Street to Blair Street on Palmer Street.  Headlined by 2000s alt-rock legends, Wheatus (“Teenage Dirtbag”), the giant block party will feature ten hours of live music, food and drink from around the neighborhood, two exclusive beer releases, and an outdoor market with nearly 50 local vendors, artists and makers. The fido and family friendly party is no charge and open to the public, with food and drink pay as you go.

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First Friday Block Party Series at South Philly's Electric Alley Extended to October

First Friday Block Party Series at South Philly's Electric Alley Extended to October

One of South Philadelphia's most electrifying art destinations is throwing a final farewell party for 2026. After a summer bringing the community together, Nice Things Handmade and Percy Street Project announce the last of First Fridays on Percy Street on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on the 1300 block of S. Percy Street in the heart of Passyunk Square. This no charge community event is all ages, family friendly, fido friendly and will bring live music, live painting, 40-plus local vendors, and food to the glowing alley known for its illuminated murals. Phil Korshak will be back in Philly serving up hot dogs and other treats from his new spot  Korshak Parkside Provisions coming soon to 13th and Reed. Chilly Banana will be serving up dairy fr ee, vegan banana whips with all the magical toppings. Musical guests will include Huston West, Jacob Waters and DJ Linz and Mars. Live painting will be sponsored by Rosebear Arts representing four artists painting on a four sided free Mural wall.

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The '90s Are Back at Parx: Milli Vanilli, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Jodeci, Fuel & Lit

The '90s Are Back at Parx: Milli Vanilli, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Jodeci, Fuel & Lit

Parx Casino®, Pennsylvania's #1 casino, announces four brand-new shows for the Xcite Center this fall, turning back the clock to the decade of mixtapes, MTV and sing-it-at-the-top-of-your-lungs choruses. Bucks County and Philadelphia will be seeing stars with performances by Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli (feat. Fab Morvan), C+C Music Factory and Young MC on the I Love the 90's Tour; Sebastian Bach with special guest Steven Adler of Guns N' Roses; Fuel and Lit; and Jodeci on their 35th Anniversary Tour of Forever My Lady.

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Top Fall Festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween Events in Philadelphia

Prost! Fall is in the air and it's time to lift your liter and celebrate! Festivals are again taking over the region this September and October. Look for events coming back to Philadelphia, Bucks County, Main Line, Shore and more. There's something for everyone with beer, burgers, brats, music, family fun and so much more. Get out your phone because these are the plans that need to make it out of the group chat.

14th Annual Roxtoberfest
by Roxborough Dev. Corp.
Sat. 10/3 @ 12pm-6pm
Head to Ridge Avenue for 3 stages, live music, family fun, vendors, makers, pet costume contest, scarecrow walk and more.

15th Anniversary Music Festival
by Evil Genius Beer Co
Sat. 10/3 @ 11am-10pm
Head to Fishtown's largest fall event with 10+ hours of live music and bands, 100+ vendors, food, drink and dancing in the street.

St. Nicholas of Tolentine Authentic Italian Festival
Sunday, 10/4 @ 12pm-8pm
St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church
Largest Italian festival NY Tenors, food, drink, dancing, Italian music, procession of Saints and sea of red, white and green.

Made in Philadelphia Fall Market
at Dilworth Park Center City
10/9 to 10/11
Join us as we mark the 10th anniversary of the Made in Philadelphia Fall Market showcasing the region’s finest makers, artists and culinary creators.

23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest
by Brauhaus Schmitz
10/9 to 10/10 @ Various Times
Raise a liter at America's most authentic Oktoberfest with three sessions filled with German music, dancing, food, drink and blue/white vibes.

Monster Mash Bloody Mary Challenge
by Northern Liberties BID
10/17-10/18 & 10/24-10/25
Northern Liberties Monster Mash: Bloody Mary Challenge is back with over-the-top creations at 16+ restaurants and bars.

Manayunk Fall Fest
& Mac N Cheese Crawl
Sat. 10/17 @ 11am-4pm
Manayunk Development Corp. turns historic Main Street into a fall wonderland with mac-n-cheese crawl, vendors and artisans, food trucks, family fun, games, live music. 

Spookfest at the Farmers' Market
by Berwyn Farmers' Market
Sun. 10/25 @ 9am-12pm
Come out for farm fresh shopping, fall seasonal vendors, costume contest for kids, family fun, decor, basket giveaway and spooky surprises.

East Passyunk Fall Fest
by Nice Things Handmade & EPABID
Sat. 10/31 @ 11am-4pm
Head to South Philly for 80+ craft vendors, trick-or-treating, costume contests, food and drink, music and more.

Halloween House Philadelphia
at Philadelphia Fashion District
Now through 11/1

Family-friendly immersive Halloween experience with fully themed rooms, elaborate decorations, and plenty of great photo opps!

Lincoln Mill Haunted House
at 4100 Main Street 
Now through 11/7
Philadelphia's Best Haunted House returns to Manayunk.  Warning: This event features 50+ sscare-actors and is intended to be very scary.

Smooth Tailgate for Eagles
by Smooth Event Group
Every Eagles Home Game
DJ Smooth and Q102's Buster with guest DJs, live music, food and drink, big Go Birds vibes at Stateside Live.

Aversa PR is proud to represent these and over 100 other events, attractions, pop-up bars, restaurants, breweries, neighborhoods and businesses. Visit here for all the fall adventures!

Philly's Biggest Eagles Tailgate Party Flies Again for 10th Anniversary Season

Philly's Biggest Eagles Tailgate Party Flies Again for 10th Anniversary Season

Philadelphia's largest and longest running tailgate celebration is back to celebrate the return of the Eagles, sports fans and our city. DJ Smooth (Austin Sotoloff) and Smooth Event Group announce the 10th Anniversary Season for the Eagles Smooth Tailgate Party at Stateside Live! starting with the Eagles Home Opener on Sunday, September 13th - with events every single home game for 2026-2027. Hundreds of fans from around Philadelphia, Main Line, suburbs, South Jersey and the Shore will flock to South Philly for the most over-the-top and top quality go birds celebration.

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Evil Genius Hosts 15th Anniversary Music Fest with Wheatus of Teenage Dirtbag Fame

Evil Genius Hosts 15th Anniversary Music Fest with Wheatus of Teenage Dirtbag Fame

Evil Genius Beer Company celebrates 15 years of very silly names and very serious beers - and a brand that was built on celebrating nostalgia - with a giant, all-day, all-ages block party taking over Fishtown.  Evil Genius 15th Anniversary Music Festival will debut on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00am to 10:00pm, from Cecil B. Moore to Palmer Street on Front Street and from Front Street to Blair Street on Palmer Street.  Headlined by 2000s alt-rock legends, Wheatus (“Teenage Dirtbag”), the giant block party will feature ten hours of live music, food and drink from around the neighborhood, two exclusive beer releases, and an outdoor market with nearly 50 local vendors, artists and makers. The fido and family friendly party is no charge and open to the public, with food and drink pay as you go.  

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Tomatopalooza Returns: Berwyn Farmers Market Drops Summer and Fall Line-Up

Tomatopalooza Returns: Berwyn Farmers Market Drops Summer and Fall Line-Up

Grab your tote bag, make your shopping list and mark your calendar. Berwyn Farmers’ Market is back and bigger than ever for summer, autumn and holiday season! Culinary Harvest, with generous support from Eadeh Enterprises, proudly announces the return of the region’s most beloved new farmers' market, kicking off Sundays from 9:00am to Noon at Bronze Plaza (511 Old Lancaster Road) - right next to Handel’s Ice Cream. Now in its fourth season, this community staple is turning up the charm with expanded hours, 70+ curated vendors throughout the season, live music, food trucks, weekly kids’ activities, and rotating charity partners.

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Run the Benjamin Franklin Bridge: Bridge Runners and Yards Help Local Students

Run the Benjamin Franklin Bridge: Bridge Runners and Yards Help Local Students

Hundreds of runners will take on the most iconic bridge in America to raise money for Students Run Philly Style. After attracting hundreds of runners and raising money earlier this spring, Yards Brewing and Philadelphia Distance Run are teaming up again for the last Yards Bridge Run of the year on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Runners of all faces and all paces are invited to join this special night of community, running, giving back and food/drink. Founded in 2014 by longtime Yards employee Keith Zonderwyk, the Yards Bridge Runs have spent more than a decade bringing together runners, beer lovers, and members of Philadelphia's vibrant fitness community. What began as a casual gathering among friends has grown into a beloved local tradition, combining exercise, community, and philanthropy.

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