{"id":314607,"date":"2026-02-24T11:31:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T11:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/314607\/"},"modified":"2026-02-24T11:31:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T11:31:20","slug":"join-colossal-and-enter-to-win-an-art-filled-weekend-for-two-in-philly-colossal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/314607\/","title":{"rendered":"Join Colossal and Enter to Win an Art-Filled Weekend for Two in Philly \u2014 Colossal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hey readers! We\u2019re kicking off our Spring Membership Drive by giving away an art-filled weekend in one of our favorite creative cities. One lucky winner will receive travel vouchers, lodging, private tours, and tickets for Philadelphia\u2019s most exciting spots.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/members\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Become a Colossal Member<\/a> at any tier between now and March 3, and you\u2019ll automatically be entered to win this summer getaway for two. We\u2019re also giving away a lifetime membership and lots of Colossal merch! Continue reading for more details. <\/p>\n<p>What You\u2019ll Do in Philadelphia\u2026<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Take a private tour of Paradigm Gallery + Studio<\/p>\n<p>Join our friends at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paradigmarts.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Paradigm Gallery + Studio<\/a> for a private tour of their current exhibitions, spanning three incredible floors of their Old City building.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/paradigm-1.jpg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"Paradigm Gallery + Studio\" data-rl_title=\"Paradigm Gallery + Studio\" data-rl_caption=\"Paradigm Gallery + Studio\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/paradigm-1.jpg\" alt=\"people standing in a gallery\" class=\"wp-image-469916\"  \/><\/a>Paradigm Gallery + Studio<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Explore the immersive Magic Gardens<\/p>\n<p>When mosaic artist <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Isaiah_Zagar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Isaiah Zagar<\/a> (1939\u20132026) moved to Philadelphia\u2019s South Street in the 1960s, he saw an opportunity to not only revitalize a neglected area but transform it into a haven for creatives. He began working on what would become <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/2024\/01\/philadelphias-magic-gardens\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Magic Gardens,<\/a> an immersive environment with sculpted metal, wood, and concrete forms that entice visitors through maze-like passageways crafted from glass bottles, bicycle wheels, dinnerware, architectural elements, and so much more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/magicgarden-PhiladelphiasMagicGardens.jpg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"Magic Gardens. Photo by Pinball Photos, LLC\" data-rl_title=\"Magic Gardens. Photo by Pinball Photos, LLC\" data-rl_caption=\"Magic Gardens. Photo by Pinball Photos, LLC\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/magicgarden-PhiladelphiasMagicGardens.jpg\" alt=\"an eclectic mosaic pathway with glass bottles, wheels, terracotta figures and more at magic gardens\" class=\"wp-image-239512\"  \/><\/a>Magic Gardens. Photo by Pinball Photos, LLC<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/p>\n<p>One of the largest institutions of its kind in the U.S., the Philadelphia Museum of Art features 200 galleries at its main building alone. This summer, Van Gogh\u2019s famous \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.philamuseum.org\/exhibitions\/van-gogh-sunflowers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Sunflowers<\/a>\u201d will go on view.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunflowers.jpg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"Vincent van Gogh, \u201cSunflowers\u201d\" data-rl_title=\"Vincent van Gogh, \u201cSunflowers\u201d\" data-rl_caption=\"Vincent van Gogh, \u201cSunflowers\u201d\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/sunflowers.jpg\" alt=\"two of van goghs sunflowers\" class=\"wp-image-469927\"  \/><\/a>Vincent van Gogh, \u201cSunflowers\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Tour the unique Recycled Artists in Residence (RAIR) program<\/p>\n<p>Since 2010, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rairphilly.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">RAIR<\/a> has established itself as a unique opportunity for emerging, mid-career, and established artists. By facilitating artists\u2019 direct engagement with the waste stream, the program encourages residents to consider their studio practices through the lens of sustainability and to thoughtfully reassess how they source materials and dispose of waste.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rair-2.jpeg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"Billy Dufala, \u201cFuture Futures\u201d (2024)\" data-rl_title=\"Billy Dufala, \u201cFuture Futures\u201d (2024)\" data-rl_caption=\"Billy Dufala, \u201cFuture Futures\u201d (2024)\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1808\" height=\"1204\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rair-2.jpeg\" alt=\"a large cube of waste as a public sculpture\" class=\"wp-image-469723\"  \/><\/a>Billy Dufala, \u201cFuture Futures\u201d (2024)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rair-3.jpeg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"Guadalupe Maravilla in residency at RAIR in 2025\" data-rl_title=\"Guadalupe Maravilla in residency at RAIR in 2025\" data-rl_caption=\"Guadalupe Maravilla in residency at RAIR in 2025\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rair-3.jpeg\" alt=\"an artist hits one of three gongs in a warehouse\" class=\"wp-image-470032\"  \/><\/a>Guadalupe Maravilla in residency at RAIR in 2025<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Where you\u2019ll stay<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/helloyowie.com\/hotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">YOWIE<\/a> is a design-forward boutique hotel, founded originally as a small design gift shop in 2016.\u00a0It has since grown into a hospitality-meets-design destination that invites guests to shop, eat, stay, and explore the city\u2019s creative side. Nestled on a sunny corner of historic South Street, a neighborhood block rich in music, art, and makers, YOWIE is a new kind of space to experience Philadelphia from an insider\u2019s point of view. More than a place to stay, YOWIE is the neighborhood\u2019s guest room. A spot for travelers, friends, and anyone passing through.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/drive-2.jpeg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_title=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_caption=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/drive-2.jpeg\" alt=\"a yowie hotel room\" class=\"wp-image-469721\"  \/><\/a>YOWIE Hotel<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/drive-1.jpeg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_title=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_caption=\"YOWIE Hotel\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/drive-1.jpeg\" alt=\"a yowie hotel room\" class=\"wp-image-469722\"  \/><\/a>YOWIE Hotel<\/p>\n<p>\u27a1\ufe0f Bring home treasures from YOWIE\u2019s expertly curated shop<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll receive a $100 gift card for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopyowie.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">YOWIE\u2019s shop<\/a>, featuring independent labels, artists, and emerging designers. Bring home one-of-a-kind gifts and souvenirs to remember your trip.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/yowie.jpeg\" class=\"swipebox\" data-rel=\"lightbox-gallery-469625\" title=\"YOWIE Shop\" data-rl_title=\"YOWIE Shop\" data-rl_caption=\"YOWIE Shop\" data-rl_><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/yowie.jpeg\" alt=\"the colorful yowie gift shop with tables, books, shelving, and more\" class=\"wp-image-469725\"  \/><\/a>YOWIE Shop<\/p>\n<p>\u2026 but that\u2019s not all. We\u2019re also giving a lifetime membership, including a print of your choice from our friends at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thejaunt.net\/printarchive\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The Jaunt<\/a>, and five Colossal merch packs with stickers, mugs, and hats!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/members\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Join Colossal today<\/a> to be entered to win this fun-filled art trip. <\/p>\n<p>Disclaimer: Colossal Art Trip to Philadelphia Giveaway is open to residents of the United States who are at least 18 years old. No purchase necessary. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/legal\/philly-art-trip-rules\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">See full rules and conditions here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thisiscolossal.com\/members\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"118516\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Colossal Member<\/a> now, and support independent arts publishing.<\/p>\n<p>Hide advertising<\/p>\n<p>Save your favorite articles<\/p>\n<p>Get 15% off in the <a href=\"https:\/\/colossal.shop\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Colossal Shop<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Receive members-only newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Give 1% for art supplies in K-12 classrooms<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Hey readers! 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