PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — It’s festival season in Philadelphia! This weekend, the City of Brotherly Love has a great lineup of events featuring art, music, local beers, and best of all, Philadelphia food, with events like the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival, Roxborough Spring Fest, and Made On American Street Festival, Philly Wine Fest and RnB Fest 2024.
Musical favorites like Diana Ross, Foghat and Madison Beer will take the stage this weekend in the Delaware Valley. You can even catch comedy classics like Steve Martin, Martin Short and Bill Maher in town, adding even more laughs to an already eventful weekend!
Check out all those events and more as we break down what’s happening in Philly this weekend.
South 9th Street Italian Market Festival
The South 9th Street Italian Market Festival will fill your stomach and keep you entertained. This two-day weekend festival features more than 100 food, drink, jewelry, arts and crafts vendors in the Philadelphia area. The S. 9th Street Festival is home to the the event’s signature greased pole climb where teams race to the top of a 30-foot pole and compete for meat, cheese, money and other gifts.
The S. 9th Street Festival is this Saturday and Sunday rain or shine from 10am to 5pm
Please note that street closures are in effect from 5am on Saturday to 10pm on Sunday. These closures include
- S. 9th Street: Wharton to Fitzwater
- Federal Street: Ellsworth, Washington, Carpenter, Christian, Catherine 8th to 10th streets
- Montrose: Hall, League, Kimball, Ernest, Annin, Latona 8th to 10th streets
Eagles Autism Challenge 2024
Join us for the 7th annual Eagles Autism Challenge on Saturday at 7:15 a.m. at Lincoln Financial Field
The event aims to raise money for autism research and care programs, with more than $25 million raised since 2018.
This event features three cycling routes – the Wawa Classic 30-Mile Ride, Wawa Shorti 10-Mile Ride, Wawa Junior 10-Mile Youth Ride and two running/walking routes – the FreedomPay 5K Run/Walk and the West Sensory Walk.
Each route takes participants through Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, ending back at the stadium with a closing speech from Eagles Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie at the end.
Throughout the day, visitors can enjoy performances by Eagles players, coaches, team legends, cheerleaders and of course Swoop.
The event will also offer a range of activities including massage tents, sensory-friendly tents, sponsor activations, music, photo booths and refreshments.
The full schedule for the charity event can be found on the Eagle’s website.
Phillies vs. Nationals
The Phillies will take on the Washington Nationals in a weekend series at Citizens Bank Park. While it is a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers, Temperatures range from the mid-50s to the low 70s, so you won’t be shivering in the stands.
The first pitch for Friday’s game starts at 6:40 PM. Saturday starts a little earlier at 6:05 PM and Sunday’s closing starts at 1:35 PM. Tickets for Friday night’s game start at $57 on Vivid Seats.
Despite the loss to the Mets on Thursday, the Phillies have been red hot, winning 12 of their last 15 games, including beating the Mets 3 of 4 games this past week.
The Nationals come into South Philly losing four of their last five games and fighting to reach a .500 record.
RnB Fest 2024 at The Met Philadelphia
R&B fans, don’t cry about the cancellation of the Lovers & Friends Festival. Yes the Carrots Picnic is still weeks away, but you can still grab your tickets for 100.3 WRNB’s RnB Fest 2024 at The Met Philadelphia on Sunday, May 19.
An evening of unforgettable music, sure to satisfy that soulful itch you’ve been waiting for, headlined by none other than Ashanti who is now expecting a baby with fiancé Nelly after rekindling their love over the past few years.
A pop-up beer garden will open during the event at 6 p.m. Food, drinks and live music will be available before the show.
Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM. The lineup includes beloved R&B acts Lloyd, Mýa and Maeta.
The show starts with an opening act from Joshua Mitchell, winner of RnB Philly’s Up Next. Mitchell gained local popularity thanks to his karaoke-style performances, performing songs chosen by the audience.
From Prince, Diana Ross and the ‘Frozen’ soundtrack, Mitchell’s versatile vocals have earned him a spot sharing the stage with these R&B legends.
Tickets range from $37.75 to $167.
Roxborough Spring Festival 2024
Join us at the Roxborough Spring Fest this Saturday from 12pm to 6pm for a taste of Philly’s eclectic music, art, food and brewery scene.
This year’s street festival features more than 50 artisan creations, three live music stages and award-winning food trucks.
Spring Fest is family friendly and suitable for people of all ages. The annual festival also features a designated children’s area with an exhibition of student art from Roxborough students.
Roxborough Spring Fest is held on Ridge Avenue between the Avenue Lyceum and Leverington.
Taken at the American Street Festival
What screams summer more than enjoying something locally brewed while walking the streets of Philly? This Saturday, the Made On American Street Festival returns for its 18th year, celebrating the best beers, ciders, wines and drinks galore in the City of Brotherly Love.
Come for the drinks and stay for the atmosphere, as festival organizers promise incredible surprise performances from local musicians.
Guests can stroll around the street festival art market and grab a bite to eat at food trucks and nearby restaurants and cafes.
Secure your ticket now before it’s too late! Ticket prices range from $50 – $300. The Made On American Street Festival runs Saturday from 2pm to 6pm at Punch Buggy Brewing Company.
Philly Wine Fest at the Philadelphia Zoo
For those looking for a more laid-back atmosphere, visit the Philly Wine Fest at the Philadelphia Zoo on Saturday.
There are two sessions from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM and from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. The event will feature more than two dozen wineries offering selections such as seasonal red, white, rosé wines and more, all on the zoo’s Impala Lawn.
There is also live entertainment all day. Tickets, ranging from $45 to $69, include early bird options and free admission to the zoo before your session.
This 21+ event promises to offer an exclusive wine tasting in a unique setting.
Steve Martin and Martin Short
‘Only Murders in the Building’ Takes Atlantic City? Two-thirds of the trio from the hit Hulu show will perform “a comedic extravaganza that will leave you in stitches” at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.
The iconic duo will take the stage on Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster starting at $200.
Bill Maher is the WTF? Tour
If political comedy is more your style, you’re in luck. Bill Maher is also bringing “The WTF? Tour” to Atlantic City this weekend.
The writer, producer and comedian will perform at Borgata’s Event Center on Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets on Ticketmaster start at $83.
Madison Beer at The Fillmore
Madison Beer brings her “Spinnin Tour” to the City of Brotherly Love. The singer-songwriter is known for songs like ‘Make You Mine’ and ‘Reckless’.
The show starts Friday at 7:30 PM at The Fillmore.
LiveNation has tickets on sale starting at $58.31.
Foghat at Golden Nugget
Foghat, which celebrated its 52nd anniversary last year, will be at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City on Saturday. The English rock band is known for “Slow Ride” and “I Just Want to Make Love to You” and is touring in support of 2023’s “Sonic Mojo.”
The show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are available from Ticketmaster starting at $29.
First state air show
If you’re in Delaware this weekend, look up! The 2024 First State Airshow is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday and will be led by the U.S. Air Force F-35A Demonstration Team and the U.S. Army Golden Knights.
This two-day event at Dover Air Force Base is free and open to the public. Doors open at 9:00 am and performances start at 11:30 am
Beautiful performances of love from Diana Ross: Legacy 2024 Tour
Known for her larger-than-life and fabulous outfit changes, “The Boss” Diana Ross will make a stop in Newark, New Jersey at the New Jersey Performing Art Center on Friday evening at 8 p.m.
The former Supremes are just starting her tour on May 16 and are expected to perform hits like ‘I’m Coming Out’, ‘Upside Down’, ‘Love Hangover’ and many more.
The show is sold out on Ticketmaster, but fear not, tickets are available for purchase on SeatGeek and StubHub. On StubHub, tickets are as low as $223 and as high as $395. On SeatGeek, tickets are as low as $225 and as high as $231.
