Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
National DJ Day at Stratus Rooftop Lounge
This Saturday, Jan. 20, Stratus Rooftop Lounge will be celebrating National Disc Jockey Day with a Battle of the DJs celebration. As a release notes, the evening will commence with an opening set by Press Play the DJ, setting the stage for performances by Patrice McBride, DJ Tonka, and DJ Mucho.
There will also be small plates and seasonal craft cocktails from Lead Bartender Patrick Banko available throughout the evening, with highlights including The Medicine Man ($17) made with Johnnie Walker Black Label, maple syrup, lemon, ginger and Laphroaig mist and the Molecular Chemistry ($17) made with Bombay Sapphire Gin, Fernet Branca, lemon, cinnamon, sherry, and cardamom bitters. A pre-paid cover for Battle of the DJs is currently at a discounted price of $10 per person, and can be purchased online.
433 Chestnut St., stratuslounge.com
Girl Scout Cookie Beer Release
It’s officially Girl Scout Cookie season, but why not drink the tasty treats? This year, you can. As a release states, Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery, the Bucks County cat-themed brewery, will release their Girl Scout inspired beers, The Adventures in Scouting, on Jan. 18, starting at noon.
The Adventures in Scouting beers include the Cinnamon Roll Winter Warmer, Lemon Sour Ale, Chocolate Stout with Caramel & Toasted Coconut, and Peanut Butter Brown Ale.
On top of the new brews being offered, Girl Scout Troop #2888 will also be on-site with their treats, and visitors will also be able to purchase a package of the limited-edition four-pack of beer and 4 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies for $50 while there.
58B East Bridge Street, Morrisville, bitchinkitten.com
Dilworth Park’s Ice Festival
Taking place on Jan. 20, this activation will feature skating performances, ice sculptures, dueling ice carving demonstrations and a full-size baby grand piano made entirely from ice. Ice skating at the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, activities for the family and plenty of warm food and beverages will also round out the day.
On top of the festival, Philadelphians can also check out the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink and Cabin (open through Feb. 25), and the venue’s Wintergarden (open through March 17.) With skating, Philadelphians can reserve 90-minute ice skating sessions online.
Admission is $6 for children 10 and younger, and $9 for adults; skate rental is $10 per person and discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. The Wintergarden on the other hand is chock full of twinkling lights, reindeer topiaries and woodland décor to explore.
1 S. 15th St., centercityphila.org
Impressions Launch Party at Forin Cafe
The cafe and lifestyle hub revamped its second floor into a new space full of records on the walls, records on carts, listening stations, a neon sign, and more from a partnership with Impressions founder John Raffaele.
On Friday, Jan. 19, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., the Forîn team is welcoming in guests to check out the new area, listen to vinyl (which will be spinning all day), enjoy an all-day happy hour, and eat free Ube Mai Tai popcorn. Specials span select wines by the glass for $4, Thai tea highballs for $5, and their new flavored popcorn, which will be free to all customers with any purchase all day long.
2041 Coral St., forincafe.com
Winter Activities at Franklin Square
The popular destination transforms annually at this time of year into a seasonal wonderland of sorts, with the free Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO acting as its centerpiece. The show will be accompanied by some returning fan favorites, plus some new activations for this year.
New this go-around is the addition of Franklin Square Street Curling. The game is played on an elevated platform where two teams take turns sliding “stones” (rocks) across the curling surface toward the target (The House). At Franklin Square, people can book a 30-minute session for up to 8 players at each of two rinks for $40 per session.
Other returning activities include Philly Chilly Mini Golf, a variety of hand-crafted cocktails and food being offered by vendors, the carousel, and some stand-out events including Ice Princess Night (Jan. 27), a Chinese New Year Celebration (Feb. 10), and more.
200 N. 6th St., historicphiladelphia.org
