Philadelphia is the perfect place to get your fix of culture, science, and art. The opportunities are endless and ever-changing, so you should give yourself the opportunity to see Philly like you never have before.
Looking to Feed Your Curiosity? Here is the weekly roundup of all things going on in Philly this week in the culture, science, and art communities.
Monday, 10.23
Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square
Come to see over 1,000 chrysanthemums in a variety of floral shades. There’s also plenty of other autumn scenery to check out.
Tuesday, 10.24
Philadelphia Film Festival: “The Endless”
214 Walnut Street
The Philadelphia Film Festival showcases the best independent and foreign films in a 10-day viewing experience of dozens of new films. Film making duo Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead wrote and directed “The Endless,” a sci-fi thriller following two brothers returning to the cult they escaped from when they were younger. A perfect horror film to prepare for Halloween.
Wednesday, 10.25
Sketching in the Galleries
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Pay What You Wish
You become the artist at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Get inspired by viewing the artwork on display from around the world as you create your own masterpiece. Both paper and pencils will be provided.
Thursday, 10.26
The Glow in West Fairmount Park
5201 Parkside Ave
West Fairmount Park will be lighting up the trails with over 5,000 beautifully-carved pumpkins displaying everything from celebrities to princesses. Tickets must be purchased in advance in order to see the historic park like never before.
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Friday, 10.27
World Cafe: Billie Eilish – Don’t Smile at Me Tour
3025 Walnut Street
The 15-year-old songstress sweeping the pop industry with her alternative style provides a show you do not want to miss.
Saturday, 10.28
Tournament de Taco
1001 N. 2nd Street
$5 for two tacos, pay as you go
Head over to Schmidt’s Commons to help be the judge of the best taco in all of the land. Dos Segundos, Loco Pez, Jose Pistolas, North Bowl, Johnny Brenda’s, Standard Tap and El Camino Real are competing for bragging rights of the best taco. Judging will take place at 4 pm by Michael Klein of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Chef David Ansel, and Chef Marcie Turney.
Sunday 10.29
Head of the Schuylkill Regatta
Fairmount Park
Free
7,000 athletes come together at the historic Boathouse Row for a 2.5 mile race down Kelly Drive.