Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! The Philadelphia area is buzzing this weekend, and not just with caffeine ahead of the first Philly Coffee Festival.
This weekend features performances from A-List comedian Shane Gillis in South Philly, plus Judah & The Lion and Grammy Award winner Tori Kelly both take the stage at The Fillmore. We are talking too fall festivities aboundboth in the city and in the suburbs. Read about these events and more as we break down what’s happening in the Philadelphia area from Friday to Sunday.
Shane Gillis at Wells Fargo Center
Stand-up fan favorite and Pennsylvania native Shane Gillis brings the laughs to South Philly this Friday night. Gillis, originally from Mechanicsburg, will perform his comedic magic at the Wells Fargo Center from 8 p.m.
Gillis’ roots in Philly run deep. In 2016, the comic won Philly’s Funniest at the Helium Comedy Club and is now known to stop by for a show performance at the Samson Street event center.
Gillis’ Pennsylvania roots were also on full display when he was a writer for Comedy Central’s 2015 series “Delco Proper.” The comic has hosted “Saturday Night Live,” co-hosted “Matt and Shane’s Secret Podcast,” created and starred in the comedy show “Tires” and his latest comedy special, “Shane Gillis: Beautiful Dogs,” is streaming on Netflix.
Tickets are sold out on Ticketmaster’s website but are available from third-party sellers starting at $101.
Flyers vs. Canucks at Wells Fargo Center
The final home game of the regular season here in Philly left fans with mixed feelings, but there is still hope for excitement. The Philadelphia Flyers meet the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday at the Wells Fargo Centre.
After a thrilling 3-2 win in Vancouver to open the season, the rematch comes to South Philly. The Flyers’ budding star Matvei Michkov is already winning the hearts of fans. Tickets are available for as little as $61 on third-party sites.
If you or someone you know is a Philadelphia sports fan in need of a home game, don’t hesitate to take a seat.
Tori Kelly’s Purple Skies Tour
Grammy award-winning artist Tori Kelly brings her Purple Skies tour to The Fillmore this Friday. The singer with two Grammy wins and five nominations will take the stage in Philadelphia with rising singer Maisy Kay at 7:30 p.m. Tickets to see Kelly and Kay under the bright lights in Philly start at $53.50.
Judah & The Lion’s The Process tour
Alt. indie band Judah & The Lion will also take the stage at The Fillmore this weekend. The band’s The Process tour kicks off at 7:30 PM and will feature fellow musical acts, Abe Parker and Bright Kelly. Tickets for Judah & The Lion start at $59. And trust us, this will be a night you won’t want to “Take It All Back.”
Philly coffee festival
But first coffee.
Whether you like it caffeinated or decaffeinated, packed with cream and sugar, or just plain black, the first Philly Coffee Festival has something for you. This two-day festival features live music and the city’s best coffee roasters such as La Colombe, High Point Cafe, Lucky Bean and many more, while sharing some of the country’s best coffee, tea and food.
Those interested in learning more about the art of coffee roasting can speak with master roasters at an assortment of booths and vendors offered throughout the festival. The festival runs from 9am to 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday at the 23rd Street Armory. Tickets are going fast but are still available for Saturday starting at $35 and Sunday starting at $24.
Don’t Tell Comedy Show at the Philadelphia Zoo
Don’t Tell Comedy brings their secret show to an iconic location: the Philadelphia Zoo. Normally the location remains a secret until showtime, but CBS Philadelphia’s digital team is just too good.
Prepare for an evening full of surprises, because even the comedians remain secret until they take the stage. The lineup features 4 to 7 secret comics, from rising talent to fan favorites, delivering a unique live experience without the dreaded two-drink minimum.
Tickets start at $36.99. Refunds are available up to 24 hours before showtime, or transfer your ticket to a future event.
And remember: the first rule of Don’t Tell Comedy is… well, you know.
7th Annual Made in Philadelphia Fall Market
From the creators of the famous Christmas Village, celebrate the heart of fall at the 7th annual Made in Philadelphia Fall Market, in Dilworth Park. This beloved market brings together a collection of more than 70 local artists, makers and craftsmen and offers the chance to find handmade treasures just before the holidays.
Wander through the market and discover unique finds such as fresh pastries, candles and striking sweaters.
Free admission for everyone, gather your loved ones and make it an unforgettable autumn weekend in the heart of the city.
Morris ArBOORetum & Gardens
While it’s not peak leaf-peeping season yet at Chestnut Hill’s Morris Arboretum & Gardens, there are still plenty of places in the Philadelphia region where you can fill your fall foliage.
October is also “Arbooretum” month with plenty of fun activities at the Morris Arboretum & Gardens that you won’t want to miss.
Halloween in Hershey Park
There’s no better place to spend Trick or Treat season than the most beautiful place on earth. From hair-raising jumps to fun with nocturnal animals, Hersheypark is getting into more than just the Halloween spirit.
This Halloween season, Hersheypark transforms into an immersive haunted experience from 6 p.m., with classic creatures lurking in the shadows and making terrifying leaps. With three zones and five haunted houses, including the Haunted Coal Mine, Twisted Carnevil and the brand new Estate of Evil, guests are sure to be on edge.
Dark Nights is included with park admission and you can check opening times on their website.
Creatures of the Night at ZooAmerica
Grab your flashlights and get up close to some of the park’s nocturnal animals. It’ll be a fun family adventure at ZooAmerica with “Creatures of the Night.” Guests can discover the nocturnal habits of animals as they come to life at night. This unique event offers an educational experience mixed with Halloween fun, perfect for all ages.
Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass
This one’s for the foodies – Hersheypark offers a special Halloween Tasting Pass for $36.95. This allows you to treat yourself to deliciously creepy dishes such as the KILLbasa Bowl and Terror Tots, available throughout the park. Check out the full menu on their website.
In general, Hersheypark offers more family fun during the Halloween season, such as the Trick or Treat Trail for children 12 and under. You can view it all on the park’s website.
Dalton Farms Pumpkin Festival and Tri-State Sunflower Festival
As we dive deeper into pumpkin spice season, temperatures are getting cooler, the air is getting crisper, and best yet, the fall festivities have begun.
There’s no better place to enjoy a fall celebration than by visiting Dalton Farms in Swedesboro, New Jersey. The South Jersey staple is one month into the Tri-State Sunflower Festival and has kicked off the Pumpkin Fest, where fall lovers can frolic among blooming sunflower fields and pick the perfect pumpkin.
Festival goers can also pick their own zinnias and sunflowers while taking part in fun family attractions such as the brand new corn maze, giant slide, trike track and low ropes course. The festival features plenty of fall photos so guests can take that perfect selfie for Instagram or kick off their relationship with a fall couples post.
Complete your fall bucket list in one fell swoop this season at Dalton Farms. Tickets can be purchased online.
