This Week in Philly

events this week in philly

Monday, July 18

  • Is your mat seeking fun and unique yoga classes? Check out Magic Gardens July Double Feature at the Magic Gardens! Tickets are $17 and BYO mat.
  • Ardmore Restaurant Week returns July 18-31st with budget-friendly offerings that will allow you to experience the difference in Ardmore’s dining scene.
  • Starting now and through the end of July, Kids at Play* is helping you beat the heat. Receive $1 off entry admission for every degree above 90.

Tuesday, July 19

  • IHP and the Board of Delegates invite you for an evening of Culture & Cuisine. Meet and share a meal of Middle Eastern and African dishes with IHP residents and friends from around the world and to meet the first ever International Refugee Olympic Team.
  • Morgan’s Pier is kicking off their Christmas in July! Enjoy a week full of holiday cheer and drinks to cool you down during the summer heat.

Wednesday, July 20

  • Political MovieFest at Dilworth Park starts today! For the next four days, enjoy free outdoor movies about presidents and politics to get you in the election year mood. Tonight’s feature movie is Selma.
  • Watch as the cutest wiener dogs race to the finish line while helping raise money for PAWS at Lucky’s Great Weiner Race 2016. $1 from every hot dog on the special PAWS hot dog menu for the entire month of July goes directly to PAWS, as well as 100% of sales from Neshaminy Creek Brewing beers on race day.
  • Head to Monarch* after SIPS for their DIPS after party. Keep the party going by the pool with drink specials: $3 Bud Light, $4 wine, $5 Ketel One mixed drinks, and half off champagne bottles.

Thursday, July 21

  • Come to the Miller Lite Backyard BBQ at Independence Mall. Join this huge backyard party, complete with a chef demo, grilled bites, cold beer, fun games and live music.
  • Celebrate with Mixto for their 15th Birthday Party with rotating drink tastings and snacks from their chef.
  • Watch Iron Chef Marc Forgione’s cooking demo at Macy’s King of Prussia as he shares stories and tips on how to prepare some of his favorite award-winning summertime dishes. Plus, savor the samples and get a special gift with your purchase of $35 or more.

Friday, July 22

  • XPoNential Music Festival kicks off today for a weekend line-up filled with established and up-and-coming artists heard on WXPN 88.5FM and a variety of family-friendly activities.
  • The DNC PoliticalFest starts today and runs through July 27. This non-partisan exhibit combines multimedia and interactive displays, historical objects, special guest appearances performances, games and more.
  • Join Monarch* for Night Swim. Enjoy cabanas & day beds for bottle service, drink specials, premium floats, beer pong, and a raised private turf mezzanine overlooking the Philadelphia skyline.

Saturday, July 23

  • Country Music Weekend kicks off at Chaddsford Winery. Enjoy boot-stompin’ music and delicious Chaddsford wine along with live entertainment from some of the area’s hottest country bands.
  • DNC Rock ‘n’ Roll Kickoff is at Johnny Brenda’s. Watch Renegade and rock the night away.
  • Bring your friends and family for Quizzo at the Oval with Philadelphia’s own Johnny Goodtimes. Play in the beer garden for a chance to win a great prize plus the ultimate bragging rights.

Sunday, July 24

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