Beyond blooming flowers, more temperate temperatures, and longer days (yes please!), springtime also boasts a bunch of festivals celebrating everything from flowers to science.
From the Japanese-inspired festivities at the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival to exciting performances, the start of baseball season, and the deliciousness of Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival, plenty of fun awaits this season in Philly. Read on to find out how to make this your most festive Philadelphia spring yet!
African American History and Culture Showcase
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Saturday, March 31, 2018 – April 01, 2018
The Pennsylvania Convention Center is filled with vendors, historical presentations, and representatives from local organizations every Easter weekend. Learn about African American history, modern day advancements, and Philadelphia’s important place in African American history at this two-day showcase.
South Street Headhouse District Easter Promenade
Sunday, April 1, 2018
The edgiest street in Philadelphia is home to this annual Easter parade. Wear your Sunday best to the free family event, because there’s prizes for Best Dressed, Best South Street Razzle Dazzle, and Best Easter Bonnet. Plus there’s live music from the Philadelphia Freedom Band, a Bunny Hop, photo ops with Mr. and Mrs. Peter Cottontail, and more!
Broadway Philadelphia Musicals
Throughout April
Do it up Broadway-style this spring as three popular musicals: ‘School of Rock,’ ‘On Your Feet,’ (Academy of Music) and ‘The Sound of Music’ (Merriam Theater) make their way to Philadelphia this April for the city’s Broadway Philadelphia program.
Phillies Budweiser Opening Day Block Party
Thursday, April 05, 2018
Baseball is back baby! The Phillies kick off the season at Citizens Bank Park with a pre-game Opening Day Block Party, featuring a Ferris wheel, live entertainment, food, and more. Stay to watch the home team play the Miami Marlins and get that stadium hot dog and beer you’ve been craving all winter long.
Jerry Seinfeld
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Saturday, April 7, 2018
We’re not here to tell you who Jerry Seinfeld is, just that he’ll be performing his signature stand-up routine at the Academy Of Music on Saturday, April 7.
TedxPenn
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Saturday, April 7, 2018
The Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts hosts an independently organized TED event. Get inspired by local leaders and creatives, like YouTuber and former NASA engineer Mark Rober, as they give their take on the polysemic theme, “In/Sight.”
Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia
Saturday, April 07 – 15, 2018
This springtime tradition celebrates its 20th anniversary with a week of Japanese cultural events that culminate with Sakura Sunday under the pink blossoms of 1,000 cherry trees at the Horticulture Center in Fairmount Park. Highlights include martial arts demonstrations; origami-making, sushi-making, and ikebana flower arranging classes; live music and dance performances, fashion shows, arts and crafts, karaoke, and much more!
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival
Sunday, April 15th
Over 50 of Philadelphia’s best food trucks and gourmet food vendors converge upon historic Main Street, offering everything from burgers and BBQ to homemade oils and spices. Shop Manayunk merchants and enjoy live music at Green Lane, Cotton Street, and Shurs Lane.
Philadelphia Science Festival
Saturday, April 20 – 28, 2018
The 2018 Philadelphia Science Festival offers more than 80 events citywide, including hands-on activities for kids, a Citywide Star Party, and even adult programs, culminating with the Science Carnival on the Parkway, a free finale that promises to be the ultimate daylong science extravaganza.
Penn Relays
Thursday, April 26 – 28, 2018
And the race is on! Cheer on high school, college, and professional track stars as they compete in the world’s largest track and field meet at Franklin Field. There’s an average of one race every five minutes!
Philadelphia Black Pride
Thursday, April 26 – 29, 2018
Coinciding with the Penn Relays, Philadelphia Black Pride celebrates diversity with a diverse array of events implemented citywide. With an average of 3,500-5,000 attendees, it is the largest mobilization of LBGTQ people of color in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate, network, and build awareness!
Center City Jazz Festival
Saturday, April 28, 2018
April is Jazz Appreciation Month in Philadelphia, and The Seventh Annual Center City Jazz Festival invites you to celebrate with 20 bands performing at five venues over six hours, all within walking distance of each other in the heart of Center City. Performers include:
BIGYUKI, Marcus Strickland’s Twi-Life Delta, Sharel Cassity, Leon Jordan Jr., Lena Seikaly, Ken Fowser, and many more.
Philly Tech Week
Friday, April 27, 2018 – May 05, 2018
What up nerds? Join the 25,000+ business leaders and tech geeks at Philly Tech Week, featuring more than 100 events, including a variety of programs, interactive activities, and workshops that highlight emerging trends, advances, and innovating uses of technology.
Opera Philadelphia Presents Carmen
Friday, April 27, 2018 – May 06, 2018
Opera Philadelphia presents one of the most popular and frequently performed operas in the classical canon. Georges Bizet’s ‘Carmen’ tells the story of a seductive Spanish gypsy. Go see it so you feel cultured.
Fairmount Avenue Arts Crawl
Saturday, April 28, 2018
This free annual, indoor/outdoor festival transforms the streets, restaurants, businesses, shops, and bars of the Art Museum Area of Philadelphia into an eclectic showcase of local artists. The fest includes more than 40 exhibits, ranging from painting to mixed media. Plus, it’s kid-friendly–with craft-making activities, face painting, sidewalk chalk art, and other entertainment.
El Carnaval de Puebla
Sunday, April 29, 2018
This giant celebration of Mexican culture will have you wondering if you’re actually Mexico, or still in the streets of South Philly. El Carnaval de Puebla boasts a parade, street fair, and performances by dancers in traditional Mexican garb.
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