Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
Ramona Susan’s May the 4th Be With You
Ramona Susan’s Bake Shop is celebrating Star Wars style this Thursday. The Fishtown favorite will be offering a wide assortment of themed treats, including Star Wars Dunkaroos with themed butter cookies in Star Wars shapes with vanilla blue galactic frosting dip with sprinkles, Jabba the Hutt Marshmallows with giant homemade vanilla marshmallows piped into it, and Baby Yoda Cupcakes frosted in vanilla buttercream, available in up to two flavors from: vanilla, birthday, chocolate, red velvet, gluten free vanilla and gluten free chocolate.
While there on May 4th, Philadelphians can also try Galactic Giant Cookies with chocolate chip M&M cookie dough frosted to look like the galactic skies (these customizable as well), plus a Galaxy Cake with vanilla buttercream.
1255 Marlborough St., ramonasusansbakeshop.com
Chef Ralph Perrazzo at Brownie’s Irish Pub
This Saturday, May 6, Brownie’s Irish Pub in Old City will have a special guest. Chef Ralph Perrazzo is bringing his popular Snap-O-Razzo Hot Dogs starting at 1 p.m. on that date, when he rolls through town with the brand’s signature Hot Dog Truck.
The first 50 people on site will receive free hot dogs, and there will also be chances to win Phillies tickets, plus Miller Light High Life specials, and Phillies and Miller Lite gear. There’s also a chance to win a free hot dog tattoo from Old City Tattoo by entertaining your name, and the winner will be pulled and tattooed at 3 p.m.
A portion of the proceeds will go to Philadelphia’s Morris Animal Refuge, and for those who miss the event on Saturday, you’re in luck, as Brownie’s will be opening for lunch starting on Wednesday, May 9, serving Snap-O-Razzo hot dogs among other fare, throughout the day.
46 S. 2nd St., snaporazzo.com
Candlelight: 100 Years of Warner Bros Concert Series
Through Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Fever, an entertainment discovery platform, cities around the world have been selected to participate in this year-long event—including Philadelphia.
What Philly and other stops will get to experience is a commemorative international candlelit concert featuring music from award-winning movies and TV shows from the studio over the years. Warner Brothers has opted for each concert to take place at notable locations spanning cathedrals, theaters, museums, and gardens, with Bok Auditorium in South Philadelphia being selected in the City of Brotherly Love.
Tickets ($45) for “Candlelight: 100 Years of Warner Bros.” are now on sale for the spring concert, which will take place in Philadelphia on May 5 at 6 and 8:30 p.m. The show will boast sounds from ‘The Lord of The Rings’, ‘The Wizard of Oz’, ‘Batman’, ‘Friends’, ‘A Star is Born’, ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’ and more, as audience members listen to the songs reimagined as classical music pieces by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting.
1901 S. 9th St., candlelightexperience.com
Levante Brewing’s 8th Anniversary
Levante Brewing is celebrating its 8th anniversary with the return of its annual H.O.P. (Helping Other People) Party at the West Chester Taproom this Saturday, May 6, and it all benefits the West Chester Food Cupboard (WCFC). The event will feature 22 beers on tap, with seven limited-edition and small-batch beers brewed exclusively for H.O.P. Party this year, including the Anniversary Double Dry Hopped IPA – 8 Lit Candles.
As a release states, throughout the celebration, guests can also enjoy a variety of local vendors and activities, live music with Almost Minnesota and The Proper Hustlers, and food from local food trucks Los Gios Smoke and Grill and Fiesta Churro.
Those who head to the party are asked to bring five non-perishable food items or make a $10 monetary donation to WCFC, and if you do so, you get a complimentary pour of any beer you want. Interested parties can also pre-order a “Fiesta Package” for $15 for some local goodies.
208 Carter Dr. Suite 2, West Chester, levantebrewing.com
Andalusia Garden Symposium
Philadelphians can head to the historic grounds on May 4 for the first-ever Andalusia Garden Symposium. The event will feature a panel of speakers, lectures from world-renowned experts, afternoon tea, book signings with the speakers, and ample time to explore the grounds.
There are also memberships available, which include invitations to all special events and programs and the biannual newsletter, The Column, filled with news, articles and more. Members also receive free Garden Admission and Big House Tours during public hours (free reservations are required for Big House Tours to ensure availability).
1237 State Road, Andalusia, andalusiapa.org
The Yard at South Bowl
The Yard at South Bowl has been a popular spring/summertime destination in the city since it opened, and luckily, the venue just opened its doors for the season. Opened in 2019, the space now features slow and fast-pitch batting cages, two 40-foot-long bocce courts, shuffleboard, horseshoes, an outdoor arcade area with billiards, and a full bar with seating. And this is all on top of the two full-sized bars, multiple lounges, and rooftop deck that makes up the popular space inside.
The Yard is open every Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 11 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 11 p.m. Philadelphians should note, hours for the space may vary due to weather and groups can call ahead to see availability for the outdoor section before arriving. The Yard can also be rented for private events on top of offering rotating food, drink, and batting cage specials during the season.
19 E. Oregon Ave., southbowlphilly.com
