Things to Do
The 11 biggest events in Philadelphia this year
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New year, new dates to lock into the calendar. Here’s what to look forward to in Philadelphia in 2023.
🎟️ It's an in-Bey-sion
Beyoncé is back. Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Coachella
The “BeyHive” is buzzing!
Driving the news: Superstar singer Beyoncé announced yesterday she’ll perform at the Linc on July 12 as part of her "Renaissance World Tour."
- The tour also stops in Pittsburgh, Chicago, Atlanta, Boston and East Rutherford, among other cities.
There are a few presale options – including one for BeyHive members (on sale Feb. 6) and one for Citi Card holders (on sale Feb. 7).
- Let us pray that the ticket-buying process goes more smoothly for the BeyHive than it did for the Swifties.
Flashback: Beyoncé hasn’t performed in Philadelphia since appearing with husband Jay-Z in 2018 during her "On The Run II Tour.
What to do in Philly this weekend: February 3-5, 2023
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Whether you’re looking to chip in for birdie or curious to learn more about the city’s iconic Black leaders, there’s no shortage of events in Philly this weekend.
Here's what we know about the 2023 Flower Show
A rendering of the promenade. Photo courtesy of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Next year’s Philadelphia Flower Show will be held indoors for the first time since 2020 — and the theme is “The Garden Electric.”
Why it matters: We hardly need to say, do we? Before the pandemic, some 250,000 of us (and plenty of out-of-towners) would hit the nine-day exhibition every year.
- Plus, the event brings about $60 million in tourism to the city, event organizers tell Axios.
Philadelphia weekend guide: Lunar New Year, tattoo convention and more
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Playoffs? Playoffs? Obviously, Eagles fans are amped up for the Birds' home matchup. But there's plenty more to do this weekend, including celebrating the start of the Chinese New Year.
Ice Princess Weekend in Franklin Square: Snap selfies with Elsa and Anna from "Frozen," Isabela from "Encanto" and Tiana from "The Princess and the Frog" in front of beautifully carved ice sculptures Friday and Saturday, 5pm-7pm. A light show starts at 5pm and runs every half hour. Free admission.
8 things to do this MLK Day weekend in Philadelphia
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is around the corner, and there are events and volunteer opportunities across the region to celebrate the civil rights leader.
- The African American Museum is hosting a four-day celebration of King's legacy, which includes a volunteer donation drive for residents experiencing homelessness and dance classes with Philadelphia Ballet. You can also explore the museum for free on Monday.
Your Philadelphia social calendar for 2023
People dancing during a previous Odunde Festival. Photo courtesy of A. Ricketts/Visit Philadelphia
Philly's social calendar is chock-full of events for the new year. Here's what we're looking forward to in 2023:
🍽️ Jan. 15-28: Center City District Restaurant Week
Philadelphia weekend guide: Goats, Bowie Week and free museums
The Luminature light display. Photo courtesy of the Philadelphia Zoo
It's almost First Friday, so watch out for special programming and events at art galleries, shops, museums and bars throughout the city. Here are a few other ways to spend your Philly weekend:
Act fast! This is the final weekend to catch the Philadelphia Zoo's LumiNature holiday light display. The immersive spectacle will run on Friday and Saturday evening before wrapping up until next year.
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