Happy Monday Philadelphia! We hope everyone is enjoying this long weekend and the beginning of holiday celebrations. Philadelphia has a lot in store this week kicking off the holiday season festivities. Read below to find out!
Monday, November 11
- Join the town of Media in honoring those who have risked their lives to defend our country for the Veteran’s Day Parade taking place this Monday! Master Sgt. Tanya Harris will be this year’s Grand Marshal and lead the parade from the starting point on State Street. Click here to learn more.
- Honor our veterans this Monday aboard the historic Olympia with the Independence Seaport Museum and the Chapel of Four Chaplains. Join in from 10-11 AM for a moving Veterans Day Ceremony featuring Captain Kate Higgins-Bloom, Deputy Commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay, as we pay tribute to those who have served our country. Click here to learn more.
Tuesday, November 12
- Dive into the highs, lows, and laughs of online dating at Philly’s original storytelling competition, hosted by First Person Arts’ Che Guerrero! Join us at World Cafe Live this Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. for a night of real-life dating tales judged by local celebrities and scorekeeper Lamarr Todd and the winner walks away with $100 and serious bragging rights! Click here to learn more!
- Join FDR Park this Tuesday morning for a free Tai Chi class for beginners! Led by Kirsten Erwin, you will enjoy a full-body workout designed to calm the mind, restore the body, and uplift the spirit. Click here to get more info!
Wednesday, November 13
- Dribble your way to Wells Fargo Center this Wednesday for the Philadelphia 76ers home opener game against the Cleveland Cavaliers starting at 7:30 PM! Click here to check out the 2024-25 schedule!
- Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac live at City Winery this Wednesday with The Seven Wonders, a world-class tribute band bringing you timeless hits like Dreams, Rhiannon, and Landslide. With captivating performances and authentic sound, this is the ultimate night for fans to relive the legendary music that defined a generation! Click here to get tickets now!
Thursday, November 14
- * Be among the first to meet the artists at this year’s Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show, and purchase their unique works a day early at the exclusive Preview Party Gala taking place this Thursday. The talent of 195 top U.S. craft artists and 24 guest artists from Italy, will be featured all weekend long at the Convention Center, showcasing their stunning, one-of-a-kind works for sale. Click here to find out who!
- PJFM’s 44th Annual Film and Media Festival returns to Philadelphia this Thursday, featuring 12 films, a shorts program, master class, comedy night, and more! Experience 10 days of unforgettable Jewish cinematic and digital storytelling with international premieres, repertory cinema, and collaborative events at iconic venues across the region. Click here to learn more.
Friday, November 15
- Experience winter magic at Dilworth Park as the winter attractions open for the season this Friday! Glide on the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, wander through enchanting reindeer topiaries in the Wintergarden, and cozy up in the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin. Click here to learn more about the seasonal fun!
- Step into the holiday magic at Peddler’s Village, where winding brick paths and over a million dazzling lights set the stage for an unforgettable shopping experience! Join in for the Grand Illumination Celebration this Friday from 4:30-9 p.m., with Santa sightings, live entertainment, and the lighting of the Village at 6:15 p.m. sharp. Click here to learn more!
Saturday, November 16
- Who doesn’t love music and chicken nuggets?! Head to Nugget Fest this Saturday at Ladder 15 hosted by iHeartMedia’s DJ Nugget. This event including unlimited nuggets, nugget-buckets, a sauce room for all your dipping desires, an open bar, live DJs, and a nugget eating contest will leave you SALIVATING! Click here to get your tickets now.
- Join Ayanna Garrett this Saturday for a transformative 2-hour Yin Yoga workshop: Finding Stillness at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery, where stillness and deep stretches promote physical and emotional release. This healing experience includes guided meditation, a sacred sharing circle, and an opportunity to reconnect with the authentic self, fostering inner peace and tranquility. Click here to sign up now!
Sunday, November 17
- Celebrate Philly’s finest flavors at Crossing Vineyards & Winery this Sunday at Philly Bites And Flights. Enjoy classic treats like soft pretzels, tomato pie, and cheesesteaks while sipping a curated wine flight—the perfect pairing, just like Rocky and Adrian! Click here to learn more!
- Defining Sunday Scariesss at A Wicked and Wizard of Oz Themed Drag Brunch! Enjoy fabulous drag performances and an unforgettable brunch experience at Evil Genius Beer Company. Click here to get tickets now!
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.
