Ways to celebrate Passover in Philadelphia in 2023

Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

If you’re looking for gifts to give for Passover in Philadelphia, The Weitzman offers a wide array of options, from different host gifts (such as a marzipan matza pizza and a pomegranate matzah cover) to seder plates, a variety of finds for kids (such as a Passover magnetic dart game), Haggadot, and more.

Additionally, on April 13, an award-winning film executive produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will make its Philadelphia premiere on the last night of Passover (and also, the week leading up to Holocaust Remembrance Day, Yom HaShoah). “How Saba Kept Singing” follows the story of David “Saba” Wisnia and his survival of Auschwitz.

The film is described as an uplifting story about faith, family and the power of discovery, and following the film, a Q&A will take place with David’s grandson Avi, who is featured in the documentary, and Sara Taksler, the film’s director. As a release states, the event will end with a special musical performance from Avi and all in attendance are then invited to a casual post-film reception with the Wisnia family, which includes wine and food to celebrate the end of Passover. Tickets range from $15-$18, and the film will air nationally on PBS on April 18.

101 S. Independence Mall E., theweitzman.org

High Street Philly

If you didn’t have a chance to order High Street Philly’s Passover Box, you can still pick up some holiday treats from the venue. Think spelt matzo, rugelach, macaroons and more.

101 S. 9th St., highstreetonmarket.com

Please Touch Museum

If you’re looking for some family-friendly events for Passover in Philadelphia, the Please Touch Museum is offering an interactive lunchtime Passover story with Lisa Litman from jkidphilly with singing and dancing. The event will take place next Monday, April 10 from noon to 1 p.m.

4231 Avenue of the Republic, pleasetouchmuseum.org

Cake Life Bake Shop

The Fishtown bakery is offering a few different options for Passover in Philadelphia, all of which are available to pre-order up until April 5. Pickup and delivery is available on April 7, 8 and 9. Treats span cakes (think classic carrot, campfire, lemon-raspberry and more) cookies, cupcakes, pastries and even savory options (such as kielbasa croissant dogs, quiche and more.)

If you miss the cut off, Cake Life will still have lots of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, quiches, croissants, gifts, and more at their Fishtown shop, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

1306 Frankford Ave., cakelifebakeshop.com

Rosa Mexicano

This Ardmore hotspot is offering a special Passover menu from April 5 to 13. Menu options include chicken vegetable soup, beef brisket, roasted half chicken, salmon pipian, chocolate mousse and much more.

105 Coulter Ave., Ardmore, rosamexicano.com

J. Proud LGBTQ Passover Event

J.Proud and the Germantown Jewish Center are teaming up for their annual LGBTQ Passover seder. This year will be held in person and outdoors. and will feature a traditional Passover meal and service and conversations about queerness, trans identities, activism, liberation, and freedom. Tickets are available through Eventbrite.

400 W Ellet St., germantownjewishcentre.org