Philadelphia School of Circus Arts Presents World Circus Day Celebration and Festival

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts Presents World Circus Day Celebration and Festival

Come one, come all! Philadelphia School of Circus Arts presents Philly's 1st Annual World Circus Day Celebration and Festival on Saturday, April 20th, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. The celebration will take place at the region's "big top" called Circus Campus, at 6452 Greene Street, in West Mount Airy, with free parking on site. The new all ages, all day festival will feature classes, demonstrations and performances for kids to adults, newbies to those with experience, and everyone in between. The World Circus Day Celebration will culminate at 8:00pm with a pay-what-you-can “Spectacular Staff” circus show featuring professional artists from our faculty.

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Philadelphia Zoo and Craft Hospitality Announce Philly Wine Fest 2024

Philadelphia Zoo and Craft Hospitality Announce Philly Wine Fest 2024

Philadelphia Zoo is partnering with Craft Hospitality to bring a fabulous selection of wines to the Zoo for Philly Wine Fest: Spring Edition on Saturday, May 18. More than two dozen wineries will be pouring a wide selection of specially curated seasonal reds, whites, rosés and more. The event will take place on the Zoo’s Impala Lawn with live entertainment performing throughout the day on Impala Stage. Guests are invited to choose from two sessions, 1:00-3:00pm or 4:30-6:30pm, with Early Access options available for admission an hour before the rest of the crowd. This adults-only event is limited to those 21 or older with valid identification. Tickets to the Philly Wine Fest also grant attendees complimentary access to visit the Philadelphia Zoo any time prior to their Philly Wine Fest session time.

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Maifest Returns to South Street with Philly's Tallest Maypole, German Food, Dancing and More

Maifest Returns to South Street with Philly's Tallest Maypole, German Food, Dancing and More

Brauhaus Schmitz presents the 11th Annual Maifest spring festival and block party on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Philadelphia's premiere German restaurant and beer hall will close down South Street at the 700 block for an all day, all ages celebration that will feature authentic German culture, live music, delicious food, and of course, plenty of beer! The festivities will include Pennsylvania's largest Maypole, performances by Die Heimatklange Band and United German Hungarian Dance group, Liter Lift Competition, Pig Roast, face painting, flower crowns, key tapping, games and fun for the whole family. The all-day outdoor block party is free to attend, with food and drink pay as you go. 

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Christmas Village in Baltimore Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Cocktail Bar, Vegan Options, Largest Footprint

Christmas Village in Baltimore Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Cocktail Bar, Vegan Options, Largest Footprint

Christmas Village in Baltimore will return to Inner Harbor to celebrate its 10th Anniversary Season with new surprises and more Christmas cheer!  For 2023, look for the largest footprint ever, a record number of vendors, a new outdoor winter bar, the addition of Christmas cocktails, five new sausages, new vegan options, later evening hours and a new location for the Christmas Village Tree. Charm City's beloved holiday tradition is back to transform West Shore Park (501 Light Street) into a traditional, authentic indoor and outdoor German Christmas Market from Thanksgiving Day through Christmas Eve, with previews on November 18th and 19th.

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Top Fall Festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween Happenings in the Philadelphia Region

Top Fall Festivals, Oktoberfests and Halloween Happenings in the Philadelphia Region

Fall is the best time of year in the Philadelphia region. Here are ten events, festivals and haunted attractions to add to your Fall Festival, Spooky Season and Oktoberfest bucket lists. With offerings for families to grown-ups, and in locations on the Main Line to Bucks County to Philadelphia, there's something for everyone. Get out your calendar and invite your friends. 

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Blues Traveler Brings 35th Anniersary Tour to Bucks County With One Night Only Show at Parx Casino

Blues Traveler Brings 35th Anniersary Tour to Bucks County With One Night Only Show at Parx Casino

Parx Casino®, Pennsylvania’s #1 casino, presents Blues Traveler at the Xcite Center on Friday, September 30, 2022. The seminal, six-time, platinum rockers will bring their 35th Anniversary celebration to the Bucks County music showroom with songs from their latest Grammy-nominated album, plus their greatest hits including "Hook," "But Anyway" and "Run-Around." The show starts at 8:00pm, with doors opening at 7:00pm. The Xcite Center at Parx Casino is located at 2999 Street Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020. Tickets for this show are on sale now for $25 to $65.

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Main Line Today Restaurant Week Returns for Fall with 40+ Restaurants and New Dining Options

Main Line Today Restaurant Week Returns for Fall with 40+ Restaurants and New Dining Options

Main Line Today and Today Media announce the 2022 Main Line Today Fall Restaurant Week, presented by Firstrust Bank, running August 22nd through September 4th, 2022. The 14-day culinary celebration will bring together and showcase the talents of top chefs, restaurants and purveyors in Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester counties. Participating restaurants will offer special three-course or four-course prix fixe menus with all new price points for the event's return. For lunch look for $25, $30, and/or $35 menus (plus beverage, tax and gratuity) or for dinner look for $30, $45, and/or $55 menus (plus beverage, tax and gratuity). Restaurants can choose what works best for them, offering lunch, dinner, or both—dine-in or takeout. Foodies from across the tri-state area are invited to save the date, make their reservations, and come hungry for the tastiest weeks of early fall. Early sign-ups have netted some of the most celebrated names in the Main Line region, including 118 North, Amis Trattoria, Autograph Brasserie, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse, Jasper's Backyard, Lola's Garden, Pizzeria Vetri, King of Prussia and Devon, Savona, Stove and Tap, Streetlight Kitchen & Bar, Terrain Cafe, Verbena BYOB and more. New additions for fall include Autana Authentic Venezulan Food, Bar Alimentari at Di Bruno Bros., Fayette Street Oyster House, Gullifty's, Osushi, Rosa Mexicano, Roz & Rocco’s and more. Registration for area restaurants is still open. Sponsors include Firstrust Bank, Comcast Business and Ferguson Bath, Kitchen, and Lighting Gallery.

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Evil Genius Beer Co. Announces Summer Drag Series with Taylor Swift, Ariana and Mariah Brunches

Evil Genius Beer Co. Announces Summer Drag Series with Taylor Swift, Ariana and Mariah Brunches

Evil Genius Beer Company has made a name for themselves with witty beer names, pop culture references, and a quippy attitude of sheer irreverence. Now the Philadelphia based brewery is making waves with a whole new series of summer fun with drag brunches thanks to their partnership with Summer of Troy Productions.Hot the heels (figuratively and literally) several sold-out Swiftie themed-drag shows in the spring, Evil Genius returns with a full line-up for July, August and September, including Hoedown Throwdown: A Country Drag Brunch celebrating Pop Country's biggest stars from Jolene to car keyin' Carrie and everything in between at Evil Genius Beer Company on July 24th; Ariana Grande Vs. Mariah Carey: Battle of The Vocal Wobblers Drag Brunch on August 7th, and Brunch (Taylor’s Version): A Swifties Drag Brunch Special on August 21st and September 4th. Tickets are all on sale now and selling fast, with starting prices at $20 a person for bar seating, $25 for general seating and $50 for VIP seating, that includes a seat near the stage, a free pint, a six pack to go and a raffle ticket.

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Inaugural Old City Wedding Stroll Says I Do at 45+ Participating Shops and Restaurants

Inaugural Old City Wedding Stroll Says I Do at 45+ Participating Shops and Restaurants

Old City District showcases its fast growing wedding industry with the debut of the Old City Wedding Stroll on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022 from 5:00-8:00pm. More than 45 locations will open their doors and offer consultations, demos, tastings, and tours. Couples looking to tie the knot are invited to visit Old City bridal and suit shops, venues, restaurants, and wedding services. Participating businesses include Shane Confectionery, Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti, The Olde Bar, Philly Bride, SuitShop, Amina, Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar, Fork, Panorama Wine Bar, Arch Enemy Arts, FringeArts, Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing, Kick Axe Throwing, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, Power Plant Productions, Art in the Age, Chick Invitations, Hitched, Fred Astaire Dance Studio, NE Flower Boutique and many others. All participants will be entered to win a Wedding Gift Basket valued at $1,000. The event is free to attend, but registration is required.

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Main Line Today Announces the Return of the Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party on July 28

Main Line Today Announces the Return of the Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party on July 28

Main Line Today and Today Media announce the grand return of the Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party on Thursday, July 28th, at Drexelbrook Special Event Center (4700 Drexelbrook Drive). Eat, drink and dance the night away while celebrating the 2022 winners that include top restaurants, bars, retail shops, small businesses and people of the region as voted by the people and the critics. This year's event will feature over 50 top businesses and special guests. From 5:30pm to 9:00pm, guests will sample fabulous food and drink from this year's winners, dance to live music from the award-winning band Jellyroll, and participate in a silent auction to benefit Brandywine SPCA. VIP tickets are $75 and include the VIP experience with a special lounge featuring a guest appearance by James Beard Award Winner and Iron Chef Jose Garces, and VIP samples by Buena Onda, Brick and Brew, Drexelbrooke and Penns Woods Winery. General admission tickets are $55 and include full access to the main ballroom, band, dancing and more.

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