Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club to host youth wellness event
The Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club (FSURC) will host A Space To Be You, a community wellness initiative designed to support Philadelphia youth through connection and mental health resources. A Space To Be You is designed to help young people manage significant emotions and reduce feelings of isolation. Participants will engage in a combination of equine interaction, clinical breakout sessions, and creative movement, supported by 20 adult volunteers and professional clinicians. This event will provide approximately 60 youth from North and West Philadelphia with tools for emotional regulation and peer connection.
When: Monday, March 2 from 5-8 p.m.
Where: Mural Arts Building, 915 Spring Garden St.
Manayunk Restaurant Week
Manayunk Restaurant Week will return to historic Downtown Manayunk and Main Street, inviting diners to come hungry for special two- and three-course prix fixe menus offered for lunch and dinner. Participating restaurants will feature menus priced at $15, $25, $35, and $45 per person (plus tax and gratuity). Make your reservations now to enjoy some of the biggest names in the Manayunk dining scene. Discover a brand-new eatery or revisit a longtime favorite, with cuisine options ranging from American comfort classics to global flavors, fast-casual bites to fine dining, and everything in between—including indoor and outdoor dining experiences. For a full list of restaurants and menus, visit manayunk.com/mnyk-events/restaurant-week/.
Where: Main Street Manayunk
Edward Albee’s “A Delicate Balance”
In Edward Albee’s “A Delicate Balance,” on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance.
When: Wednesday, March 4-29
Where: Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St.
”Romeo & Juliet”
The Arden Theatre Company continues its 2025/26 season with William Shakespeare’s enduring classic, “Romeo & Juliet.” Directed by Barrymore Award–winning director Amina Robinson, the production offers a bold and resonant vision of Shakespeare’s iconic work. In “Romeo & Juliet,” a story audiences know well, two young lovers fall in love hard and fast, only to be torn apart by families bound to an ancient feud. However, Robinson’s production strips the play to its emotional core, highlighting both the breathtaking beauty and devastating cost of love born in a divided world.
When: Thursday, March 5-April 5
Where: Arden Theatre, 40 N. 2nd St.
Mural Arts Philadelphia presents Threads of History
Northeast 250 is a project of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Tacony LAB Community Art recognizing the Semiquincentennial Celebration of the birth of our nation. A team of artists with ties to Northeast Philadelphia will be engaging with community to create a series of flags as well as make-and-take traditional crafts, with different activities at each event. The event is free and open to the public.
When: Friday, March 6 from 6-8 p.m.
Where: Tacony Lab Community Arts Center, 6918 Torresdale Ave.
Holi Celebration
Experience the Festival of Colors with artmaking, storytelling, music, dance, and hands-on cultural activities. Families can enjoy toddler-friendly petal play, tie-dye color exploration, spice grinding workshops with Moji Masala, classical Indian dance performances from Nava Nritya Dance Academy, and opportunities to create their own colorful gulal-inspired powder. Festivities last throughout the day.
Where: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic
NCNW Philadelphia Section to host free Community Connect
NCNW Philadelphia Section is hosting a Community Connect: Discover & Grow Multi-Topic Workshop to help residents understand impact of new technologies in today’s world in various areas. Topics also include, Understanding Algorithmic Bias, Surveillance & Privacy Protections, AI & the Workforce, Voting Matters in Every Election, Crime Prevention, and Nurturing Emotional Intelligence in our Children. The event is free; registration is required.
When: Saturday, March 7 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Lovett Memorial Library, 6945 Germantown Ave.
Choral Arts Philadelphia presents “Flora and Fauna”
As Philadelphia gathers for its annual flower show presented by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Choral Arts Philadelphia offers another kind of garden in bloom — an afternoon of luminous English choral masterworks inspired by flowers, poetry, and the countryside. The program features Five Flower Songs, Op. 47 (1950) by Benjamin Britten (1913–1976) and Seven Poems of Robert Bridges, Op. 17 by Gerald Finzi (1901–1956).
When: Saturday, March 7 at 4 p.m.
Where: The Church of the Holy Trinity, 1904 Walnut St.
“Good Bones”
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company proudly presents the Philadelphia premiere of “Good Bones,” the newest play by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright James Ijames (“Fat Ham”), about gentrification and the consequences of change in a neighborhood and in a family. Directed by Philadelphia-based award-winning actor Akeem Davis, “Good Bones” follows Aisha as she returns to her childhood neighborhood with her husband to help developers “revitalize” the place she grew up. As they renovate their new home, her homecoming proves more complicated than expected. Featuring an all-Philadelphia cast and design team, “Good Bones” uses sharp humor and emotional depth to explore the tension between progress and preservation, asking who cities are built for and what gets lost in the name of change.
When: ends Sunday, March 8
Where: Arden Theatre Company, 40 N. 2nd St.
Wintergarden on the Albert M. Greenfield Lawn
An open-air oasis featuring hundreds of twinkling and colored lights, illuminated overhead sculptures and seasonal foliage, with warm mulled wine available from the Chaddsford Winery kiosk for adults 21 and older.
When: through Sunday, March 15
Where: Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th St.
Shakespeare’s “Rare Accidents: The Escapades of Prince Hal & Falstaff”
“Succession” was not the first time we obsessed over who Dad would choose to take over. His father killed a king and usurped a kingdom, but the prodigal Prince Hal spends his days consorting with commoners and playing pranks with his philandering old knight, Sir John Falstaff, rather than studying statecraft and preparing to be the next King of England. A civil war is threatened when Hotspur and his father, the Earl of Northumberland, claim their right to the throne, forcing Hal and Falstaff from the tavern to the battlefield. In this struggle for the divine right to wear the crown, Shakespeare’s epic family drama challenges what makes a good son, a good friend, and a good leader.
When: through Sunday, March 15
Where: Quintessence Theatre Group, 7137 Germantown Ave.
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest invites guests to cozy up on the Delaware River Waterfront with amazing views of the Ben Franklin Bridge. The beloved seasonal tradition features an NHL-sized ice rink, outdoor firepits, warming cabins, and festive food and drink for all ages to enjoy. Open seven days a week, including holidays (unless otherwise noted), admission is free with pay-as-you-go amenities that let visitors create their own winter adventure. Classic amusements like the Ferris wheel, indoor arcade, and the giant holiday tree return in December. For the best experience, guests are encouraged to reserve skating tickets, cabins, firepits, or Rinkside Lounge packages in advance at RiverRink.com.
Where: Independence Blue Cross RiverRink, 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd.
”Face to Face: Isaiah Zagar’s Mosaicked Portraits” at PMG
“Face to Face” invites visitors into the world of Isaiah Zagar’s mosaicked portraits. These intimate artworks depict people who have influenced his life, work, and world, as well as strangers and individuals who captured his imagination. Composed from fragments of tile, mirror, folk artwork, and other materials, each portrait serves as a meeting place between artist and subject. These works reflect not only the people who inspired him personally but also anyone who fascinated him. They embody the broader spirit of Folk Art, collaboration, and community that defines Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens. Through this collection, visitors can experience Zagar’s mosaics up close, connecting with the people and stories that shaped his art.
When: through Sunday, April 12
Where: Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, 1020 South St.
Free Tax Prep Services for West Philadelphia Residents
In partnership with ACHIEVEability, the Campaign for Working Families (CWF) is once again offering free tax preparation services to West Philadelphia residents this tax season. Now through April 15, residents can schedule an appointment via CWF’s website to receive expert assistance from trained nonprofit professionals. Appointments are available Mondays through Thursdays and on select Saturdays, ensuring a smooth, accurate, and stress-free tax filing experience. The free services will be held at ACHIEVEability, which is proudly serving as the host location for the program. Last year, with the support of ACHIEVEability and CWF, more than 1,000 residents received tax assistance, resulting in a combined total of $855,292 in refunds for those who used the free service.
When: through April 15, Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: ACHIEVEAbility, 5901 Market St.
”The Changing Faces of Independence: Pennsylvania in the 1800s” at HSP
How has the makeup of who is an American changed since the American Revolution? How have the people in that changing face of America continuously reinvigorated and reasserted the founding ideals of the country? By examining the documents left by our ancestors in the time leading to America’s 200th birthday, this display will ask those questions of their descendants. This exhibit draws on collections at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania and will be curated in partnership with ethnic and genealogical societies that seek to connect Americans to their ancestors through research, programs, and networking opportunities.
When: through Friday, April 24
Where: Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust St.
“Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design” at AAMP
The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) presents a cultural milestone exhibition “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design.” The acclaimed exhibition, celebrating the power of art, identity, and imagination, marks its Philadelphia debut with nearly 80 original costumes from films that have shaped global culture — including “Black Panther,” “Selma,” “Do the Right Thing,” “Amistad,” “Dolomite is My Name,” “Coming 2 America,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and, for the first time ever, “Sinners.” As the first Black woman to win two Academy Awards, Ruth E. Carter has transformed costume design into a form of cultural storytelling, honoring the past while envisioning what’s possible for the future. Her journey from Springfield, Massachusetts, to Hollywood’s most celebrated stages resonates deeply with Philadelphians.
When: through Sunday, Sept. 6
Where: African American Museum in Philadelphia, 701 Arch St.
”Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition” at Franklin Institute
Step inside the creative and innovative world of theme parks through the lens of Universal’s fan-favorite attractions, including “Jaws,” “Illumination’s Minions,” “The Secret Life of Pets” and “Sing,” SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, “Jurassic World,” DreamWorks Animation’s “How to Train Your Dragon,” Universal Monsters, and more. Play your way through eight themed galleries, where 100 original artifacts bring each experience to life. From authentic costumes and iconic props to early concept models, experience the creativity, artistry, and innovation behind Universal’s most epic attractions. Snap a photo, storyboard a ride, design and animate horror masks, cue a live show, and experiment with animation and projection mapping — all while hearing directly from the creators, animators, and show writers who make it happen. “Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition” is a timed-entry exhibit, which allows the museum to manage the number of guests in the exhibit, providing the best possible experience for everyone. Advanced tickets are recommended.
When: through Monday, Sept. 7
Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th St.
”Ancient Egypt in Watercolors: Paintings and Artifacts from Dra Abu el-Naga” at Penn Museum
Spotlighting century-old watercolor paintings by Egyptian artist Ahmed Yousef, Ancient Egypt in Watercolors: Paintings and Artifacts from Dra Abu el-Naga will go on view at the Penn Museum. Last exhibited in Cairo during the 1920s, the watercolor paintings have been carefully preserved in the Penn Museum’s Archives for more than 100 years. They have never been on display in the United States. Ancient Egypt in Watercolors reveals the often underappreciated, but critical function of art in archaeology. The 1,500 sq. ft. exhibition highlights elaborately decorated tomb chapels during the New Kingdom (approximately 1550 BCE-1070 BCE), a “golden age” that marked the height of Egypt’s power and wealth. Many affluent officials built their tombs at Dra Abu el-Naga—a key part of the larger Theban Necropolis. Their tomb paintings show scenes from everyday life and imagery depicting the journey to the netherworld—illuminating how much the ancient Egyptians valued family bonds, honoring their ancestors, and continuing one’s identity into the next life. Ancient Egypt in Watercolors will close in November—just ahead of the grand opening for the Penn Museum’s Egypt Galleries: Life and Afterlife on December 12, 2026.
When: through November 2026
Where: Penn Museum, 3260 South St.
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