First dates can be awkward. Lighten up the mood by taking your date to one of these cool events going on around the city this weekend.
If the events don’t seem to interest you, the prices sure will. All of the events listed below are $20 or less and most of them are free.
Don’t worry, we won’t let your date know you didn’t come up with the plans yourself.
9.15
Sausage Fest
Standard Tap
The start of a weeklong eating and drinking event. You will also have a chance to win a t-shirt.
Sunset Yoga
The Anne D’harnoncourt Sculpture Garden
Start your weekend off with a clear mind. Bring your own mat to this yoga class with a view.
The Mysteries / Cassandra Nguyen
Ortlieb’s
Rock ‘n’ roll show at this Northern Liberties venue. Food, drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Cai Guo-Qiang: Fireflies
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Well-known artist Cai Guo-Qiang’s largest public art show in 10 years. Going on until October 8.
Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show
Rittenhouse Square
Artists from around the world come together to showcase their art at this event. Going on all weekend.
9.16
Art Star Pop Up Market
Spruce Street Harbor Park
Art and craft vendors, food, games, hammocks, and live entertainment.
Twice as Nice Flea Market
Gates of Laurel Hill Cemetery
Two neighborhoods gather to sell reasonably priced crafts and more. Food and beer available for purchase.
Fall Beer ALEympics
Fishtown Hops
Pick a friend and let the games begin. Flip cup, corn hole, and beer pong are just some of the games going on with chances to win prizes.
Philly AIDS Thrift Block Party
Philly AIDS Thrift
Live music, a dunk tank, food trucks, beer, and more. Kid-friendly with plenty of activities.
Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Underground Arts
More than just your local art show. There will be photographers, live music, live painting, and of course, booze and pancakes.
9.17
Backyard BBQ
Bottle Bar East
Just because the summer is over doesn’t mean the BBQs have to stop. Small menu with items under $10 and plenty of beer to try.
Kayuh Fall Group Ride
Kayuh Bicycles & Cafe
A casual 20 to 25 mile ride through the city. Two rules apply: a water bottle and a helmet or no ride.
Philly Free Week
Philadelphia’s Magic Garden
Live music and frozen treats for sale at the grand opening of Philly Free Week. Access to the indoor galleries, exhibits, and more.
Sundae Summer Finale Block Party
The Fillmore
Food, games, live music, and more.
Brazilian Day
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Celebrate Brazilian culture with food, music, dancing, and more. This is the last multicultural festival of the season.
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