Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

MilkBoy End of Summer BBQ Bash

This weekend, Philadelphians can head to MilkBoy on South Street to celebrate the closing of another sunny season. This BBQ Bash will feature a day filled with events and activations (from 2 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 26) including a variety of different food and drink options from the venue.

Highlights span a Black Magic Brewtini, aka a classic Espresso Martini utilizing Bean2Bean Espresso Concentrate, the new Blueberry Rhapsody cocktail (made with vodka, blueberry simple syrup and lemonade), and MilkBoy’s own Chef Eric Richardson will also be posted street-side grilling hot dogs, hamburgers, and other BBQ staples.

The event will also feature some live entertainment, draft beer from local favorites, and a dunk tank on-site featuring $1 throws with all proceeds benefiting the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). The BBQ Bash is free admission, with food and drink options being pay-as-you-go.

401 South St., milkboy.tv

Logan Hotel’s Yappy Hour

In honor of National Dog Day, the Logan Hotel is throwing an event for all furry friends on Aug. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. Titled “Yappy Hour,” the pop-up will feature a few different activations for our furry friends, including a curated pup menu (featuring 2 pup themed cocktails and select beers and wines) from Urban Farmer, pup cool down stations in the venue’s courtyard and a dog play area (with tennis balls, ropes and bones.)

Other highlights will include a dog obstacle course where the winners will get their pet parents a $150 gift card to Urban Farmer, a photo booth featuring a summer-themed backdrop and pup props (note that guests must sign up to get photos taken and can participate in an Instagram voting contest with a chance to win a free night’s stay at The Logan), plus, Salty Paws Rittenhouse will also be on-site with dog ice creams, toppings, and drink-shaped dog treats. And as a bonus, the first 10 guests/dogs to arrive will receive a free doggy ice cream treat.

One Logan Square, theloganhotel.com

Love & Honey Fried Chicken and Bassett’s Ice Cream Collab

This weekend only, Philadelphians can try a sweet and savory combo from Fishtown favorite Love & Honey Fried Chicken, who partnered up with Bassett’s Ice Cream for a new treat, the “Nashville Meltdown.” The new item consists of a Belgium Liege Waffle topped with Love & Honey’s signature Nashville Hot Chicken Breast, Bassett’s Vanilla Ice Cream, Hot Honey and is then sprinkled with Nashville Spice.

This new item will be available on Aug, 26 and 27, from 2 to 5 p.m. only at Love & Honey Fried Chicken’s storefront.

1100 North Front St., loveandhoneyfriedchicken.com

Chart House Duckhorn Dinner

This Thursday, Philadelphians can head to the waterside restaurant for a special collaboration dinner with Duckhorn Vineyards. This wine-focused affair will feature “an exquisite collection of wine, paired perfectly with a four-course dinner prepared by the executive chef, while learning from Duckhorn Vineyards representatives.”

Beginning at 7 p.m., dishes will include fire-charred shrimp, king salmon, short loin noisette, braised short rib and a flourless chocolate torte all paired with different curated vino options. Tickets come out to be $135 (tax and gratuity included) and can be purchased on Chart House’s website.

555 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, chart-house.com

Shipwreck Saloon

Looking for fun things to do in Philly this weekend? Starting Aug. 24 and anchoring in town until Aug. 27 in Penns Landing, Rock Star Beer Festivals will be taking over the Gazala Primeiro to host this event, which is described as a four-part cocktail experience with live entertainment.

The drinks-side of the activation involves “Nautical Mixology”, aka talented mixologists whipping up themed libations that range in flavor, from their take on a “Pirates Punch” (a recipe of fruit liquors, white rum and tropical berry juices), a Coconut Mai Tai, a Dead Man’s Daiquiri, and the “Release the Kraken” choice (Kraken spiced rum, cinnamon, sugar syrup, nutmeg, vanilla cream and secret spices.)

The ship’s master storytellers (in the form of three characters dubbed Quartermaster Scarlet, Captain Barret Black and First Mate Ruby) will then bring guests to “a realm where ghosts roam and mysteries unravel.” Meaning, part of the experience will feature tales of haunted ships, cursed treasures and spectral encounters on stormy nights ultimately allowing guests to immerse themselves in the ghostly narratives that have fascinated seafarers for centuries.

Tickets come out to be $45 and are available via Eventbrite.