Happy President’s Day Weekend! Between basking in the post-Valentine’s Day joy, the start of celebrating Mardi Gras, and the thrill of 3 days off, this weekend is bound to be a great one!
Mummers Mardi Gras Parade
February 18th 11am-6pm – Main Street Manayunk
The Mummers aren’t only for enjoying on New Years Day, and Mardi Gras isn’t only for New Orleans! Join in on the fun this Saturday (rain date Sunday) for the 2017 Mummers Mardi Gras Parade as 16 string bands perform followed by clubhouse after parties. Click here for more information!
Mardi Gras Parade on South Street
February 19th – 1pm-6pm – South Street
Mardi Gras is officially on February 28th but there is no reason not to start celebrating early! Join the Wild Bohemians! They’ll strut their stuff at their traditional Mardi Gras parade up South Street. Click here to visit the event’s Facebook page for more information.
Grand Opening of the Chinatown Square Food Hall
February 18th – Chinatown
The newest contemporary food hall is having it’s grand opening in Chinatown this weekend. Join in on the fun and eat until your heart’s content. Click here for more information!
*Bonus President’s Day Fun*
President’s Day is Monday February 20th and many people enjoy a day off of school and work to remember our founding fathers. What a better way to celebrate the by learning about them at both the National Constitution Center and the Benjamin Franklin Museum, both locations are offering FREE admission on President’s Day!
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