With the effects of Tropical Depression Helene seeping into the Philadelphia area this weekend, it’s not surprising to think many of us will want to stay indoors. Luckily for us, this weekend the Philadelphia region is hosting A-list comedian Sebastian Maniscalco, Vampire Weekend, Teddy Swims and several fun festivals like Philly Beer Fest and the Arts After Dark Festival in Eastampton.
So just because it looks like it will be a cloudy and possibly rainy weekend, it doesn’t mean you still can’t sit back and celebrate your hard work week.
Read about all these events and more as we break down what’s happening in the Philadelphia region from Friday to Sunday.
Sebastian Maniscalco at Wells Fargo Center
Comedy king Sebastian Maniscalco brings his expertise to South Philadelphia this Friday, along with fellow comics Pat McGann and Pete Correale. Podcast fans will recognize Correale’s voice from his podcast with Maniscalco, “The Pete and Sebastian Show.” Comedy fans have probably seen one of Maniscalco’s five stand-up specials, “Stay Hungry,” “Is It Me?” “Aren’t You Ashamed?”, “What’s Wrong With People” and “Sebastian Live.”
Maniscalco is known for his enthusiastic comedy bits that incorporate his Italian heritage, his family life and, of course, plenty of charades. The show starts at 7:30 PM. Tickets for this ridiculous lineup start at $49.50.
Vampire weekend at The Mann
Vampire Weekend brings their Only God Was Above Us tour to The Mann this Saturday. The American rock band is joined by the pop band Cults and will definitely get you on your feet! Tickets for Vampire Weekend in West Philly on Saturday start at $37.38.
Concertgoers can enter The Mann after 5:30 p.m. Showtime is at 7:00 PM
Teddy swims at Ocean Casino Resort
Get ready for “Lose Control” this Saturday as Teddy Swims comes to Atlantic City! Swims brings his musical talents and soulful voice to the Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort. Tickets to see this popular product are sold out on the Ocean Casino website, but you can still find tickets online at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets start at $246. Showtime is at 8 p.m
Bruins vs. Flyers Preseason Match
Watch the Philadelphia Flyers’ game against the Boston Bruins on Saturday at the Wells Fargo Center. The Flyers opened their preseason Thursday night with a 2-0 win over the Islanders. Before that game, the Flyers held a tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. While the Flyers aren’t exactly the Broad Street Bullies, it’s still fun for the whole family to watch our Philadelphia Flyers.
Tickets for the 7 p.m. game start at $21.
Philly beer party
All beer Philly Beer Fest!
Beer drinkers can enjoy curated exhibitors featuring Pennsylvania’s best breweries while pouring you some of the best beers in the country! For any non-beer fans who want to soak up the atmosphere but skip the brew, seltzers, hard teas, and other tasty options are also available.
The Philly Beer Fest will host two sessions: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Those attending the first session with early access tickets can attend the festival starting at 12 p.m. While general admission ticket holders can enter at 1 p.m. The second session opens to early admission ticket holders at 5:00 PM, then to general admission at 6:00 PM
Guests can also enjoy something savory from Pizza Freak and Taste of Philly. Tickets for the early access period of the first or second session start at $49. General admission tickets start at $35.
97.5 The fanatic’s fanfest
The Eagles are flying high after upsetting the Saints Phillies just clinched the NL East and insured one farewell to the first roundthe Sixers can’t stay out of the headlinesand the Flyers’ preseason has just begun. Life as a four-on-four Philly fan isn’t easy, but times like these call for celebration.
Popular sports radio station 97.5 The Fanatic hosts its annual Fan Fest presented by FanDuel Sportsbook. The event will be the largest tailgate of the year for Philadelphia sports fans and is free! On Saturday from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, fans can meet The Fanatic’s hosts and celebrity guests such as Sixers center Andre Drummond.
The event will feature a slew of activities including football darts, a wiffle ball arena, a mechanical shark, escape rooms, live music and more. Although the event is free, guests must have tickets to enter. Visit 97.5 The Fanatic’s website for tickets or tune in for giveaways and special announcements. This event is 21 years and older.
2024 Delaware River Festival at Penn’s Landing, Wiggins Park
Celebrate all the wonders of the Delaware River this Saturday at a special free festival spanning two states. The 2024 Delaware River Festival starts Saturday at 10 a.m. and runs until 4 p.m. at Penn’s Landing and just over the bridge in Camden at Wiggins Park.
Guests can ride the RiverLink Ferry, visit the Independence Seaport Museum, take a paddle boat ride at Penn’s Landing Marina, get face painting and play more fun games – all for free!
17th Annual Midtown Village Fall Festival
The 17th annual Midtown Village Fall Festival is scheduled for Saturday, offering a day of unique experiences in Center City. Every year, thousands of people come to enjoy live entertainment on multiple stages, among vendors selling crafts and creative cuisines showcasing Philly’s entrepreneurial scene.
The festival will engulf several streets, including 13th Street from Locust to Market Street, Sansom Street from Broad to 12th Street, Drury Street from Juniper to 13th Street, Chancellor Street from Juniper to 13th Street and Chestnut Street from Broad and 12th Street. The festival is free to the public and runs from noon to 8 p.m
Arts After Dark festival in Eastampton
Looking for a unique weekend festival, but don’t feel like searching for a parking spot in Philly or dealing with city traffic? Say less.
Head to Historic Smithville Park this Saturday for an evening of eclectic fun with trolls, light shows and more. Yes, you read that right: the Arts After Dark Festival in historic Smithville Park will spotlight the Burlington County Troll Trek, a new public art exhibit inspired by a 20-foot-tall, sustainably created troll named Big Rusty.
The festival will also unveil two brand new trolls after artists from across the region were enlisted to create a further 18 trolls from recycled materials in tribute to Big Rusty. This festival highlights Burlington County’s mystical music, art, film, food and entertainment scene while paying tribute to one of the oldest forms of storytelling, crankie.
Learn more about this South Jersey community and support sustainable local art this Saturday during the Arts After Dark Festival. The event is free and lasts from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
ArtsQuest’s Pizza Fest
Nonprofit ArtsQuest will host its first-ever Pizza Fest at SteelStacks in Bethlehem on Sunday.
From noon to 6 p.m. there will be numerous pizza vendors, dessert vendors, live music, pizza-related games and a VIP Italian cocktail tasting experience for ages 21 and over.
There are three types of tickets: from early access to general admission and the Pizzafest VIP Experience.
Early admission tickets cost $20, general admission tickets cost $10, and VIP tickets cost $79 for non-members and $74 for ArtsQuest members.
Linvilla Orchards Apple Festival
Every fall, the annual Apple Festival at Linvilla Orchards honors the fruit during a one-day festival.
This Saturday from 8am to 6pm, festival goers can explore the orchards, pick apples, go on rides and many more fun activities for the whole family.
You can even pick your own apples with the 25 options at Linvilla Orchards.
There are no general admission tickets, but there are limited tickets for rides and other activities.
