Jan 16, 2025 - Things to Do

Philadelphia weekend: MLK events and Dry Philly Vibes

Mike D'Onofrio

Illustration of a concert ticket with "Weekender" written on it. — Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios

🚙 The Philadelphia Auto Show runs through Monday. It's your last chance to see new car models, concept and classic cars, and test-drive an electric car.

Tickets: $20 adults and children 13+; $12 for children 7-12; $15 for seniors and military.

🎂 Celebrate Ben Franklin's birthday on Friday with the American Philosophical Society.

Events include a seminar with space scientists (9-11:15am, free) and luncheon at the Museum of the American Revolution at 12:15pm (tickets: $100).

🎉 Check out special MLK programming all weekend at the African American Museum, including performances, discussions and family activities.

Tickets are discounted Friday-Sunday, and free on Monday. Kids under 4 are free.

🇺🇸 The Museum of the American Revolution will also put on MLK events Saturday-Monday, including first-person performances and tours.

Tickets: $13-$25; free for kids 5 and younger.

👸🏼 Sing and dance at this "Wicked" themed drag brunch at Dock Street Brewery in South Philly on Saturday, 11am-2:30pm. Tickets: $20

😌 Get into the spirit of Dry January at Dry Vibes Philly at Location 215. This wellness festival includes zero-proof speciality drinks, workshops, vendors and more. 11am-5pm

Tickets: $33.33+

🍽️ The Center City District's annual Restaurant Week returns Sunday.

Look for discount dinner and menu options through Feb. 1 at dozens of restaurants.

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