Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
Brews & Bites at Pennsbury Manor
This Saturday, the 10th annual Brews & Bites twilight tasting event at Pennsbury Manor will kick off at the riverfront home of William Penn. From 4 to 8 p.m., the venue will be chock full of different breweries, wineries and distilleries offering tastings, plus food trucks serving up fare.
Currently on the docket for both food and drinks: Mermaid Spirits, Yards Brewing Company, Ship Bottom Brewery, Sly Fox Brewing Company, Philadelphia Mead Company, Spuddy Buddy Fry Truck, Jays Joint Food Truck, Baltimore North Food Truck, Olde City Kettle Corn and plenty more.
A few historic highlights also span tastings of three historic recipe beers made by Pennsbury’s Brewing Club and 17th century beer brewing demonstrations by brewers in period attire. The 21+ event runs for $40 (unlimited drink samplings), but $20 tickets are also available with unlimited water and soft drinks for designated drivers.
400 Pennsbury Memorial Road, pennsburymanor.org
Stroll the Street
Every Thursday this summer, Manayunk is aiming to become a one-stop shop for all Philadelphians looking to stroll, sip and see a line-up of offerings from its local creative community. The area’s Stroll the Street initiative is returning in 2024 with an entire season of weekly themed events filled with live music, art, makers, vendors, activations, food/drink specials and more.
The theme of “Art” will take over June, “Music” in July, and “Pets” in August, and each night will always have a roster of different artisan vendors offering up jewelry, art, vintage clothing, gourmet hot sauce, candles, pet treats, and more. Specifically this week, for arts month in particular, the event will hold a Family Fun Night with caricaturists, face painting, games and kid-friendly fun on June 27. A full schedule of happenings and specials can be found online.
Borgata’s Summer Social: A Taste of Paradise
This weekend, Philadelphians can head to the coastal town of Atlantic City to check out one of its premier culinary events. Taking place June 28 from 8 to 10 p.m., the event will be helmed by James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Michael Symon of Angeline and ultimately, Summer Social will feature specialty culinary items from Borgata’s 11 restaurants (each bite themed for the night), crafted cocktails, and live entertainment.
Food highlights include a pig roast, coconut seafood stew, musubi, and huli huli chicken with grilled pineapple salsa. Guests can pair their bites with signature cocktails, beer, wine, or even try out tasting stations of different spirits (with brands like Patron and Bacardi in attendance.)
General admission tickets are $125 per person, but there are also a limited number of VIP tickets available for $175 per person, which will give guests access to the event early beginning at 7 p.m., private cabana seating, plus an exclusive happy hour with food and drink offerings and butler service.
1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, New Jersey, borgata.mgmresorts.com
A Slice of History
This Friday, June 28, teams of two will be able to compete in a series of Amazing Race-style challenges through the Historic District of the city with a new event dubbed “A Slice of History.”
Throughout the event, teams can visit iconic historic sites, meet some Founding Fathers and learn a few things “they didn’t teach you in school.” The event will then finish with pizza and beer in the Betsy Ross House courtyard, and the winning teams will be awarded their prizes. Participants can meet at the Free Quaker Meeting House (corner of 5th and Arch streets) at 6 p.m. for your first clue. More information and tickets ($60 for a team) can be found online.
Philadelphia Marketplace
It’s the last weekend for the seasonal Philadelphia Marketplace, and locals can head to Dilworth Park this Friday and Saturday before it closes for the summer.
This annual pop-up outside of City Hall highlights a revolving list of small businesses from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware offering up an array of goods spanning handmade artwork, home goods, plants and more, from noon to 6 p.m.
The list of vendors for the season include Bees & Wax Soap & Candle Co. (handcrafted soap bars, candles, bath and body products), Harleysville Beekeeper (locally sourced raw honey), Sean’s Cakes By The Pound (homemade pound cakes, cookies, cupcakes and other treats) and much more. While there, Philadelphians can also take a spin in the Rothman Roller Rink as well.
1 S 15th St., madeinphila.com
