Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.
United We Create at Philadelphia Distilling
Philadelphia Distilling’s annual event is typically held in the fall, but this year, the pop-up market will be held in the spring. On Sunday, March 16, visitors can head to the activation, which showcases local artisans through shopping, live demos, and interactive experiences. As a release notes, vendors range from cheese makers and cottage bakers to illustrators and glass blowers with a little something for everyone.
The venue will also be serving up some craft cocktails and a menu with bites, and every cocktail purchase also gets you a raffle entrance. United We Create will take place from 1 to 6 p.m., no tickets are required.
25 E Allen St., philadelphiadistilling.com
Philly Mob Tours with Founding Footsteps
The city’s first-ever mob tour opened earlier this month and will run on select dates this spring aboard Founding Footstep’s popular jitney. The BYOB occasion will cover the subject of the prohibition era, and eventually, will continue into the 50’s and beyond (including Philly during the reign of reputed mob boss Angelo Bruno.)
But for now, those who hop aboard will be able to hear stories of the city’s past with mob bosses, bootleggers, lawmen, the secrets of the illegal liquor trade, underground bars, and the rise of infamous crime families. Tickets ($55) for March dates (running Thursdays through Saturdays) can be found online.
Beards on Ice: Still Edging
The Bearded Ladies are hitting the ice with their latest show this weekend. Described as a “PG-13, late night, no-holds-barred cabaret with a bit more edge”, the show boasts performances at two different municipal rinks, with this weekend’s locale at the Taken Ice Rink in North Philadelphia. While there, visitors can also get free skate rentals and a 1-hour long skating session after the performance (included in your ticket donation), plus some hot chocolate.
Advance tickets by donation ($0-$40) can be purchased online or at the door.
6250 Frontenac St., beardedladiescabaret.com
March For Art at InLiquid Gallery
Every spring, InLiquid Gallery brings its love of local art to life with an annual fundraiser called “The Benefit.” In 2025 however, the creative organization has rebranded the effort to “March for Art“, and with it comes over two weeks of pop-ups, events and so much more—all of which still help benefit its mission.
The first event, titled “March for Art: UNITE” will kick off on Thursday, March 13, from 4 to 6 p.m. On that date, art professionals, administrators, educators and supporters will march down North American Street.
This non-political assembly holds the goal of “seeking to generate harmony and promoting the dynamic cultural history of the city.” After the procession, the public is invited to a special Second Thursday event in Olde Kensington with open galleries at the Crane Arts Building, the Clay Studio and NextFab.
New June’s “Girl Dinner”
New June Bakery is hosting a special event (titled “An Evening of Wine and Cake”) on March 13 as part of its Girl Dinner series. From 6 to 8:30 p.m., participants can indulge in four wine pours (selected and explained by sommelier Alli DelGrippo) and a spread of the locale’s cake slices, cheese and fruit (curated by founder and entrepreneur, Noelle Blizzard.) Cake flavors span Earl Grey Brownie Sundae, PB&J, Cookies & Tahini and Cardamom Pistachio Cream Cake & Raspberry.
Tickets ($150) can be purchased online, and guests will also be gifted a New June tote bag and stickers.
2623 W Girard Ave., new-june.com
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ already began previews and is set to open on Saturday, March 15 with performances at the historic Sedgewick Theatre.
Shakespeare’s ‘Midsummer’ follows four Athenian youths who reject their parents’ efforts to interfere in their romantic lives and choose to run away instead of facing the love-limiting laws of the land. When they meet a group of laborers secretly rehearsing their play for a royal competition, mayhem ensues.A full schedule of shows and tickets (various prices) can be found online.
7137 Germantown Ave., quintessencetheatre.org
