Philadelphia's Winter Wonderland Comes Alive This Week
The City of Brotherly Love is heating up with a slew of exciting events and activities that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. From theater premieres to family-friendly outings, this week offers something for everyone.
First up, the classic whodunit "Clue" opens its run at the Forrest Theatre on Tuesday, running through Sunday. Meanwhile, Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames' "Good Bones" makes its debut at Arden Theatre Company on Thursday.
Those looking for an evening of adventure can head to the Academy of Natural Sciences on Friday for Dinos After Dark, a program designed for kids and adults alike. The Villain Arts Tattoo Festival also opens at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Friday, featuring live tattooing, artist showcases, and performances that will keep you entertained until the wee hours.
Saturday is all about indulgence, with the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival taking over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Sample regional treats and spirits, or try your hand at ice skating in Media as part of the Ice on State: A Winter Weekend festival.
For art lovers, this week offers a slew of exhibitions to explore, including newly opened shows at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Magic Gardens Museum, Pennsylvania Historical Society, and American Swedish Historical Museum. Be sure to check out the unveiling of a new public artwork as part of the 52 Weeks of Firsts series on Saturday.
Sports fans won't want to miss the Philadelphia 76ers' games at Xfinity Mobile Arena, with games scheduled for January 20, 22, and 24. Meanwhile, garden enthusiasts can visit Calder Gardens from January 22-30 to marvel at Piet Oudolf's stunning "Five Seasons" design.
The American Swedish Historical Museum is also opening a new exhibit, "Indivisible: Stories of Strength," on January 22, running through March 8. Families are invited to the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum for its Sun & Snow Family Day on January 24, featuring art activities and winter-themed fun.
Finally, local artisans can head to Bok's Lucky Girl Market on Saturday, where they'll find unique goods and treasures from Philadelphia's best vendors.
The City of Brotherly Love is heating up with a slew of exciting events and activities that are sure to delight visitors of all ages. From theater premieres to family-friendly outings, this week offers something for everyone.
First up, the classic whodunit "Clue" opens its run at the Forrest Theatre on Tuesday, running through Sunday. Meanwhile, Pulitzer Prize winner James Ijames' "Good Bones" makes its debut at Arden Theatre Company on Thursday.
Those looking for an evening of adventure can head to the Academy of Natural Sciences on Friday for Dinos After Dark, a program designed for kids and adults alike. The Villain Arts Tattoo Festival also opens at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on Friday, featuring live tattooing, artist showcases, and performances that will keep you entertained until the wee hours.
Saturday is all about indulgence, with the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival taking over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. Sample regional treats and spirits, or try your hand at ice skating in Media as part of the Ice on State: A Winter Weekend festival.
For art lovers, this week offers a slew of exhibitions to explore, including newly opened shows at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Magic Gardens Museum, Pennsylvania Historical Society, and American Swedish Historical Museum. Be sure to check out the unveiling of a new public artwork as part of the 52 Weeks of Firsts series on Saturday.
Sports fans won't want to miss the Philadelphia 76ers' games at Xfinity Mobile Arena, with games scheduled for January 20, 22, and 24. Meanwhile, garden enthusiasts can visit Calder Gardens from January 22-30 to marvel at Piet Oudolf's stunning "Five Seasons" design.
The American Swedish Historical Museum is also opening a new exhibit, "Indivisible: Stories of Strength," on January 22, running through March 8. Families are invited to the Frances M. Maguire Art Museum for its Sun & Snow Family Day on January 24, featuring art activities and winter-themed fun.
Finally, local artisans can head to Bok's Lucky Girl Market on Saturday, where they'll find unique goods and treasures from Philadelphia's best vendors.
! It's like they're trying to recapture the magic of the past when winter was actually a fun time to be outside. Remember those snowball fights and building forts? 
Yeah, me neither, but it sounds like they're bringing back some of that nostalgia with all these events and festivals.
But what's up with all the "firsts" series stuff? Is it like they're trying to be all trendy and modern? 
Where's the love for Pat's or Geno's?
Oh man, Philly is gonna be HITTING the winter festival scene this week! 
I'm so stoked about Dinos After Dark at the Academy of Natural Sciences - who doesn't love dinosaurs on a Friday night? 
And the Villain Arts Tattoo Festival at the Convention Center? Yaaas, it's going to be lit 
. But I'm also low-key excited about the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival - all the sweet treats and sipping fun sounds like a dream come true 
. Art lovers are in for a treat with those new exhibitions at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Magic Gardens Museum... 
it's gonna be a week of creativity overload. Can't wait to hit up some of these events and soak up that Philly winter wonderland vibe! 
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. The Forrest Theatre showing Clue brings back memories of me watching that movie as a teenager with my friends, we were all obsessed with the whodunit aspect 
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It's gonna be lit with all the events and activities going on! 
And the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival sounds like a total treat for me! 
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It's gonna be a busy week, but I'm excited to explore all these cool events and maybe even discover some new favorite things! 
Also, I'm not sure if anyone else is excited about this, but I'd love to see some actual reviews and feedback from users about these events. It's just a bunch of generic press releases...
- the Dinos After Dark program sounds like a blast for all ages, and that ice skating festival in Media? Sounds like winter fun! 
but at the same time, ice skating in media sounds like a total blast 
. But at the same time, can we talk about how crazy crowded this all sounds? Like, are people really going to brave the Philly winter for a whiskey festival? 
I guess it's all about finding that balance between indulgence and sanity, right? 
Like the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival - who wouldn't want to indulge in yummy treats with loved ones?
! I mean, who wouldn't wanna hit up a whodunit play, a tattoo fest, or an ice skating festival 
? And let's not forget about all the art fairs and exhibitions – sounds like a real treat for culture vultures 
meanwhile, i'm lowkey excited for the philly chocolate wine & whiskey festival 
anyone else trying to get in line early? 
Anyway, it's always great to support local artisans too, so Bok's Lucky Girl Market sounds like a blast! 
And of course who can resist the temptation of all that chocolate, wine, and whiskey on Saturday at the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival... I'm gonna have to try to sneak out for some of that! 
has anyone else tried the Philly Chocolate, Wine & Whiskey Festival before?
! there are so many awesome events lined up this week that are perfect for families with kids or just a night out with friends 
. i'm totally down to check out "Clue" at the Forrest Theatre and then hit up Dinos After Dark at the Academy of Natural Sciences, it's going to be such a fun adventure 