This Week In Philly

this week in philly

Monday, October 24th

  • Attend the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation 3rd Annual Blitz Bow Ties & Bourbon event for food tastings from some of the best local restaurants and a VIP Bourbon tasting reception. There will also be live entertainment and a unique auction. The event raises money to support the foundation’s efforts to enrich the lives of youth and families across the Greater Philadelphia region.
  • Don’t miss the last week of Nightscape: A Light And Sound Experience at Longwood Gardens! Experience the beautiful, nighttime show display featuring stunning lights, sound, and projections.

 

Tuesday, October 25th

  • Head to the Market Shops at the Comcast Center for their Uncorked: Wine Tasting event. Enjoy an evening of local and international wines paired with Di Bruno Bros.’s signature cheeses. Guests can also enjoy wine-inspired crafts and games.
  • Jam out at the Beat Street Jam show at Silk City as they celebrate the 1 year anniversary of some great Philadelphian musicians. The series will feature performances by Killiam Shakespeare, DJ Aktive, Noel Scales and more.

 

Wednesday, October 26th

  • Meet renowned chef and TV personality, Anthony Bourdain, at the Kimmel Center for a night filled with laughs, tips, and cooking discussions. VIP tickets include a copy of Bourdain’s brand new book, Appetites, and a meet & greet opportunity.
  • Find your inner yogi at the Namaste Yoga Happy Hour at the Hard Rock Cafe. Take part in a 60 minute yoga class followed by great happy hour food and drink specials.
  • Grab your broom and take off to East Passyunk Avenue during the seventh annual Witch CRAFT Beer Crawl. Sample beers from thirteen Philadelphia restaurants with other Halloween lovers.

 

Thursday, October 27th

  • Join Unite for Her* as they host their annual Harvest event – a farm-to-table chef tasting event at the Phoenixville Foundry. The event will feature tastings from local top chefs paired with offerings from wineries, breweries and spirit vendors. There will also be live entertainment and auction items for attendees!
  • Calling all whiskey lovers: check out the 2016 Philadelphia Whiskey & Fine Spirits Festival to try 200+ premium distilled spirits including whiskey, scotch, vodka, gin, rum, tequila, cordials and handcrafted cocktails.
  • Watch the historic Divine Lorraine sign light up on North Broad Street at the Divine Lorraine hotel block party. This fall festival will have a beer garden-style set-up, family fun games, and live entertainment.

 

Friday, October 28th

  • Take a trip to the Pennhurst Asylum* this weekend… if you dare! It’s the last weekend to take a tour of the eerie grounds of the former mental institution.
  • Don’t miss a hilarious night with Steve Martin & Martin Short at the Kimmel Center. The two hosts will do stand-up, show film clips, and share musical numbers and conversations about their show business experience.
  • Sip your way through some of the world’s most exquisite wines at Philly Pours, a unique wine and food event showcasing the wines of Anthony Hamilton Russell. Sample Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at an event that benefits RHD’s Children’s Services.
  • People are “raven” about the first-ever Poe Art Festival celebrating the poetic master, Edgar Allen Poe. Take a tour of his house and experience his genius while enjoying Poe-themed music and eating and drinking your way through a German-inspired menu.

 

Saturday, October 29th

  • Yakitori Boy’s Twisted Fairytale Halloween Party features karaoke and amazing drink deals. Dress in your best costume for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
  • Celebrate fashion at the Career Wardrobe’s Empowering Tea & Fashion Show in its sixth year featuring the high style for the Boutique program and resale. To welcome the Career Wardrobe’s expansion in suburban Southeastern Pennsylvania, the event will move to Delaware County at the Radnor Hotel.
  • Take a dip in the pool at Monarch’s* Halloween Party with their new heated pool enclosure. Tickets include an open bar and a chance to enter the costume contest for a chance to win $500!

 

Sunday, October 30th

 

*Unite for Her is a client of Philly PR Girl
*Monarch is a client of Philly PR Girl
*Pennhurst Asylum is a client of Philly PR Girl

 

Let us know what events you’re going to before the month is over!