Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
Botanicals in Bloom at Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphians can indulge in Philadelphia Distilling’s new garden speakeasy this weekend, which will be on-site for four nights only. The Botanicals in Bloom experience ($45) features a two-course cocktail prix fixe in the venue’s fourth-floor event space—which has been transformed into a floral, whimsical wonderland by Cara Rose of South Stems. Each cocktail is meant to highlight floral aromatics, herbal nuances, and the craftsmanship behind Bluecoat Gin, Vieux Carré Absinthe Supérieure, and Vigo Amaro.
The sips will be paired with curated light bites, and guests can even make their own table-side bitters blend while there. Reservations (via OpenTable) are available from April 10 to 13 (4 to 10 p.m.), but there’s also a special Cocktails 101 class happening on April 13, at 1 p.m. With the class ($75), guests will explore the art of crafting botanically inspired cocktails from an expert mixologist.
25 E Allen St., philadelphiadistilling.com
Clover Market in Chestnut Hill
Shoppers and lovers of handmade finds are in luck, the Clover Market is opening back up for the spring season with its first iteration set for Sunday, April 13, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Chestnut Hill.
Locals can head to the charming neighborhood (in the large Turquoise parking lot at 25 W. Highland Avenue) to find everything this year’s festivities have to offer. The Chestnut Hill Market will feature food and beverages from Many Hands Coffee, Clean Plate Club, Korea Taqueria, Mom-Mom’s Kitchen, Redstone Pizza, Waffles, and Panna Gelateria, a release notes.
Local musical act the No Relation Band will also perform from noon to 3 p.m., and kids can enjoy face painting and free crafts throughout the day. Visitors are also encouraged to explore the “charming” downtown area of Chestnut Hill, which offers a variety of unique shops and restaurants. The event is free and open to all (including friendly, leashed dogs). Customers can utilize street parking and the Parking Foundation lots throughout the downtown for this event as well.
Colonial Theatre
There’s a few reasons to head to this creative locale this weekend. On April 11 (9 p.m.), visitors can catch the return of “Colonial 54: An Immersive Disco Experience.” Some may remember the theatre’s previous event, “20s with Hush: An Immersive Speakeasy Experience” which took on the roaring decade, but this time around, the Colonial Theatre now invites guests to step into the “dazzling world of 1970s New York.”
While there, music will be provided by DJ Moshé, The Spin Therapist, and Roxanne Rohls will step into character as Liza Minnelli. Tickets ($35) are available online. Colonial is also set to host the acclaimed Total Mass Retain YES Tribute Band on April 12. Tickets ($35) for the 7:30 p.m. show are available online.
227 Bridge St., Phoenixville, thecolonialtheatre.com
Puyero
Puyero is celebrating 8 years of serving up Venezuelan delicacies with a special menu featuring new items, available this weekend (April 12 and 13) at their Queen Village location. The menu includes Tequeños de Guayaba ($8); Empanada de Pabellón ($8); Tostones Playeros ($15 for three tostones with shrimp ceviche and avocado); Arepa Playera ($15 for shrimp ceviche with avocado); Pernil and Cotija ($15 for pulled pork, caramelized onions, and cotija cheese); and Churro Bites featuring Nutella and dulce le leche ($5).
524 S. 4th St., puyeroflavor.com
‘Stone Soup’ at Magic Gardens
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens has its own appeal, but the multi-dimensional experience space also rotates different art exhibits in its indoor galleries, and the latest to hit the venue comes from multidisciplinary artist Eustace Mamba. Titled ‘Stone Soup: Works by Eustace Mamba’, the collection highlights Mamba’s innovative use of materials and concepts while delving into the complexities of identity, culture, and history.
As a release describes, Mamba’s work often merges visual elements that contrast historical figures and events from Black history with imagery of contemporary Black life, particularly as it unfolds in East Coast cities like Philadelphia and New York (where Mamba was born.) The exhibit will feature works from different mediums including painting, collage, street photography, and mixed-media installations, with an emphasis on sewing as a storytelling tool.
1020 South St., phillymagicgardens.org
