This Week in Philly August 14 – August 20

This Week in Philly is BACK this Monday morning. There are tons of events happening this week in Philly. Check it out! 

Monday, August 14

  • Pair good wine with musical talents at City Winery for Open Book: An Evening With Justin Furstenfield of Blue October, celebrating their eleventh studio album. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.! Click here for additional details.*
  • Get ready for a Pilates class with Philly Dance Fitness and instructor Skye. The conditioning and intense class starts at 6:00 p.m. this Monday! Find more information here.  

Tuesday, August 15

  • Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire are in Philly! Spend a night listening to some of your favorite classic hits. Get your tickets for the concert at Wells Fargo Center at 7:30 p.m.! Look here for additional information. 
  • Calling all singles! The Singles Summer Social: Takes Two To Table Tennis event at Spin Philadelphia. Find a new way to connect with local Philly singles at Tribe 12’s event. Maybe you will find your perfect match. For more details, look here.  

Wednesday, August 16  

  • The Lion King will be on the big stage at The Kimmel Cultural Campus! The phenomenal show is only in Philly until September 10, so don’t miss it! Here is a link for additional information. 
  • Enjoy a Wednesday night on South Street at their Meet Me On South Street Night Market. This week’s market will be from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the 600 block featuring food trucks, live music, drink specials, and more! Find out more about South Street’s upcoming event here.*

Thursday, August 17 

  • Rock on at 6:30 p.m. with The All-American Rejects at The Mann on the Skyline Stage. Catch their Wet Hot All-American Summer Tour this Thursday for a night of rock and roll. Get your tickets and more information here!   
  • Get jazzy with Ubuntu Fine Arts’ Jazz Series happening this Thursday at 5:00 p.m. Experience the good vibes and incredible art. To find out more, view this link

Friday, August 18 

  • The man, the myth, the legend, Bruce Springsteen is performing his last show in Philly at Citizens Bank Park. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. so don’t miss out! Are you looking to get some last-minute tickets? Find out more information here
  • Kidchella is back at Smith Memorial Playground! The kid’s music festival is perfect for your next family outing as it features art, music, and FUN! Check out the event and find more information here.

Saturday, August 19 

  • Don’t miss out on celebrating India’s 76th Independence Day at Penn’s Landing this Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This FREE event is enjoyable for the whole family. Feast on classic Indian food and learn the art of Bollywood dance. Find out more here
  • Upper Bucks Brewfest is happening this Saturday! You can expect 70 craft beers and wine, food vendors, and more from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.! Click here for the events timeline and tickets! 

Sunday, August 20 

  • It’s taco Sunday here in Philly at the Philadelphia Taco Festival! Enjoy an abundance of taco vendors, a silent disco, and more this weekend on the second day of the taco festival. For more information, view this link.
  • All day this Sunday the Philadelphia Carribean Festival will be at Penns Landing. Indulge in a day filled with authentic island sounds and exquisite traditional Carribean food. This annual event is one to be at! Check out more details here

We hope you enjoy these events happening all week long in Philadelphia! Let us know which ones you go to and which was your favorite. 

*City Winery is a client of Philly PR Girl 

*South Street is a client of Philly PR Girl