This Week in Philly September 9 – September 15

Hey Philly, Happy Birds Season! I hope everyone is as pumped as we are here at Philly PR Girl that football season has officially begun. But football is not the only thing we have going on here in Philadelphia, check out this week’s packed calendar of exciting events happening all throughout the city.


Monday, September 9

  • Relive your true 90s self and rock out with nostalgic band Pearl Jam. Catch them this Monday at the Wells Fargo Center for 7:30 P.M. concert.  Tickets are still available here!

 

  • Opening for the season this Monday is Peddler’s Village 45th Scarecrows in the Village. This annual competition brings together the silly AND scary work of local artists, all lined up waiting for your vote! Don’t miss out on this fall fun, click here to learn more!

Tuesday, September 10

  • Batter up! The Phillies play the Tampa Bay Ray this Tuesday at 6:40 P.M. at Citizens Bank Park. Tickets are still available, get your last minute tickets here!

 

  • This week in Center City District’s Restaurant Week! Take advantage of this opportunity to try new restaurants and old favorites with great deals on 3-course pre-fixed meals. With over 100 participating locations you will be STUFFED by the end of the week. Learn more to plan your next date night here.

Wednesday, September 11

  • Honor those who lost their lives 23 years ago this 9/11 at WTC memorial on the Schuylkill River Trail. Those who join will gather at 8:30 A.M. for a moment of silence, and have a chance to share your story or listen to others whose lives have been impacted. Click here for more info.

 

  • Antsy to get this football season started? Sunset Social will be hosting an outdoor screening of Invincible at 8 P.M. Grab your Eagles loving friends and lawn chairs to enjoy this great Philadelphia success story. Find out more about this event here!

Thursday, September 12

  • Enjoy the end of summer September weather this Thursday at the Night Festival at the Navy Yard. With live music, food trucks, and yard games you and your friends can blow off some steam! Check out more info here!

 

  • Are you a Whiskey enthusiast or just love the earthy taste of a good Bourbon? Join the Loews Philadelphia Hotel at their Bank & Bourbon restaurant for this year’s Annual Bourbon Bash this Thursday at 6 P.M. Click here to get your tickets.

Friday, September 13

  • Say It Ain’t So?! Weezer is in town! See this rock band at the Wells Fargo Center this Friday at 7 P.M. Don’t miss out and get your tickets here!

 

  • Enjoy the last of the summer weather at the New Hope First Friday Summer Series and Fireworks Show. Sit back and relax with the cocktail garden and outdoor lounge, or socialize with local artists and crafters watching live art and music! Learn more about this First Friday Series here!

Saturday, September 14

  • The Travis Manion Foundation hosts this year’s annual 9/11 Heros Run. This 5k welcomes all individuals of all fitness levels to honor those who risked their lives that day as well as those who continue to serve since. To learn more about this event click here.

 

  • Saturday is the best day to let go and have fun. Join the fun at Philly Black Wine Festival at Penn Museum this Saturday at 6:30 P.M. Discover amazing new wines paired with delicious bites all while listening to live music! To learn more about what this event has to offer check out the website here!

Sunday, September 15

  • Join the Chestnut Hill community for their 40th Fall for the Arts Festival happening this Sunday This family and pet friendly event takes over Germantown Avenue filling the street with fun activities like  live demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, delicious treats, and of course shopping! For more information on this outdoor event click here!

 

  • Celebrate with your Philadelphia community this year’s Mexican Independence Day Festival. All are welcome to this free event taking place 2 P.M. to 8 P.M. at the Delaware River Waterfront Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, but make sure you don’t miss the “Grito de Independencia” ceremony taking place on stage by the Consul of Mexico. Check out more about this event here!

Only events marked with * are Philly PR Girl clients. This blog is dedicated to every Philadelphian who loves exploring the city the way we do.