The best things to do in Philadelphia this week

Explore all of the best things to do in and around Philadelphia: from upcoming events and art installations to the most picturesque date spots, we share all you need to know to make the most out of your week in Philly.

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(Community) Come ready to eat at this exclusive, five course tasting menu dinner. The meal includes pairings from Santa Margherita Wines, and will feature wine educator Aga Hilferty. Reserve a table in advance, your taste buds will thank you.

⌚️Apr. 16, 6:30p.m., 📍 627 S. 3rd St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19147, 🌐 southstreet.com, 💵 $100 per guest

(Community) Philly’s first ever Yemeni Coffee House is opening in University City. The cafe will be serving up the bold flavors and cultural heritage of Yemen. Come welcome them to the neighborhood and enjoy free drinks, food and fun prizes.

⌚️Apr. 17, 11a.m. - 8p.m., 📍3421 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19104, 🌐 instagram.com 💵 Pay as you go

(Community) Dynamic drumming beats, vocal performances and more are in store at this musical showcase. SpArc Services fosters creativity, self-confidence, and community connections for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through classes in the visual and performing arts. Come ready to dance and sing along as these performers take the stage.

⌚️Apr. 17, 12-1p.m., 📍120 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19103, 🌐 cherrystreetpier.com, 💵 Free

(Community) This festival will remind you of the beauty of pausing to loop up. This enchanting lantern release event gives you the chance to connect with others and let go of anything not serving you. Your ticket includes a lantern and maker so you can write down whatever you’re releasing, then send it skyward.

⌚️Apr. 19, 2:30-7:30p.m., 📍1537 W. Doe Run Rd., Kennett Sq., Pa, 19348, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $52

(Community) Celebrate Earth Day, a day of showing support for environmental protection, at this free day of fun. Learn more about how you can protect the planet, take part in volunteer activities, participate in crafts and so much more.

⌚️Apr. 19, 12-4p.m., 📍6336 Ardleigh St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19138, 🌐 instagram.com, 💵 Free

(Community) The city is in full bloom and there’s no better time to celebrate spring. This year’s festival will focus on stories that highlight our connection to the land. Don’t miss out on hands-on activities, kite making, plant sales and more.

⌚️Apr. 19, 10a.m. - 2p.m., 📍5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19143, 🌐 bartramsgarden.org, 💵 Free

(Community) More then 20 breweries are coming together for this festival to bring the best of Philly’s beer scene. Come enjoy live music, food trucks and, of course, plenty of beer. All attendees will receive a tasting cup to enjoy.

⌚️Apr. 19, 12-6p.m., 📍 9130 Academy Rd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19114, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $30

(Community) South Street’s annual Easter celebration is back for another year. Grab your best Easter outfit and head over for a best dressed contest, Easter bunny appearances, free giveaways and more.

⌚️Apr. 20, 12:30p.m., 📍5th & South St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19147, 🌐 southstreet.com, 💵 Free

(Community) Take a car-free stroll through Rittenhouse while you sip, shop, and check out the neighborhood. Walnut street will be closed to traffic from 15th to 19th street and filled with dancers, musicians, games, and a kid-friendly zone. Restaurants and shops nearby will feature extended outdoor seating, specialty drinks, discounts and more.

⌚️Every Sunday in April, 11a.m. - 5p.m., 📍Walnut St., between 15th & 19th St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19103, 🌐 centercityphila.org, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Art) A new exhibit is heading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Christina Ramberg: A Retrospective is an anthology of the Chicago artist’s work, highlighting the full spectrum of her career.

⌚️Feb. 8-June 1, 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa, 19130, 🌐 press.philamuseum.org, 💵 $14-30

This week’s lineup brings a little bit of everything: a rare Revolutionary War flag exhibition in Old City, plus spring celebrations that honor both Earth Day and Easter with candy-filled egg hunts, outdoor crafts, parades, and playful encounters with nature.

(History / multi-day) At the Museum of the American Revolution, view nearly half of the 30 surviving Revolutionary War flags in this rare and carefully curated exhibit. Kids will love seeing the early “colors” that came before today’s stars and stripes — some made by Philadelphia icons Betsy Ross and Rebecca Flower Young. Ages 5 and up.

⌚April 19–August 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., 📍101 S. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 amrevmuseum.org, 💵 $13–$25; $2 ACCESS cardholders; free for ages 5 and under

(Outdoors / free) At Bartram’s Garden, spring arrives with family-friendly activities like block printing, natural dyeing, seed planting, face painting, garden tours, and a native seed and plant sale. A perfect mix of art and nature. Ages 4 and up.

⌚April 19, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 📍5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19143, 🌐 bartramsgarden.org, 💵 Free

(Outdoors / free) This festive day in Franklin Square celebrates Earth Day (with crafts and recycling relays), Easter (with an egg hunt—registration recommended), and the official kickoff of outdoor season. Carousel and mini golf fees apply. All ages.

⌚April 19, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., 📍200 N. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 historicphiladelphia.org, 💵 Free entry

(Outdoors / free) At the Farm at Awbury Arboretum, enjoy a nature-forward afternoon with learning activities, volunteer opportunities, and time spent with the farm’s resident goats. A great way to celebrate Earth Day in Germantown. All ages.

⌚April 19, noon–4 p.m., 📍6336 Ardleigh St., Philadelphia, PA 19138, 🌐 awbury.org, 💵 Free

(Holiday / brunch) At Philmont Country Club, enjoy brunch, bunny photos, and a helicopter egg drop. You don’t need to be a member — just bring your ticket and your appetite. Ages 2–10.

⌚April 20, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 📍301 Tomlinson Rd., Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $45 adults; $25 ages 4–9; free for ages 3 and under

(Holiday / free) This South Street tradition, now in its 91st year, invites families to don their Easter best — bonnets and all — for a parade, a best-dressed competition, and festive fun with emcee Henri David. All ages.

⌚April 20, noon; competition at 1:15 p.m., 📍5th & South Sts. to 2nd & Lombard Sts., Philadelphia, PA 19047, 🌐 southstreet.com, 💵 Free

(Science / multi-day) Whether your kids’ spring break starts this week or next, the Franklin Institute has you covered with daily extra programming to keep them busy and curious. For an added thrill, check out the Body Worlds exhibit—featuring preserved human bodies—for an additional $18. Ages 3 and up.

⌚April 12–26, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., 📍222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia, PA 19103, 🌐 fi.edu, 💵 $23–$29

(Theater / multi-day) At Arden Theatre, Greg Banks’ fast-paced adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit brings Bilbo Baggins out of his comfort zone and into an unforgettable adventure filled with creatures, challenges, and lessons on courage. Ages 7 and up.

⌚April 2–May 25, times vary, 📍40 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 ardentheatre.org, 💵 $25–$46

(Musical / multi-day) At Bristol Riverside Theatre, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s breakout Broadway hit paints a vibrant, family-friendly portrait of life in a New York City neighborhood over three eventful days. It’s energetic, heartfelt, and perfect for older kids. Ages 9 and up.

⌚March 25–April 27, times vary, 📍120 Radcliffe St., Bristol, PA 19007, 🌐 brtstage.org, 💵 $20–$67

(Science / multiday) Animatronic dinos from chillier climes, like the fearsome, feathered Troodon raptors, represent Late Cretaceous creatures who inhabited the Arctic. Hands-on exhibits show off ice-proof teeth and eggs at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Ages 2 and up.

⌚September 28-May 4, 📍1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, 🌐 ansp.org, 💵 $16-$22, $2 ACCESS cardholder, free under age 2