By Molly Given<\/p>\n
Looking for some fun and unique things to do<\/a> in Philly<\/a> this weekend? We\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n Philly Home + Garden Show<\/p>\n Held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, this year\u2019s Home + Garden<\/a> show will feature nearly 300 exhibitors, celebrity guests, immersive venues, hands-on workshops, and shopping experiences from Feb. 20 to 22.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n As always, there will be a large portion of space \u2014 9,000 square feet to be exact \u2014 of inspirational gardens showcasing new landscaping techniques, ideas, and must-have products. The 2026 experience will additionally feature wine tastings, a wood-fire pizza pop-up, two modular homes built by ABC Home Sales that are open for touring, and ways to learn about edible landscaping, local honey and bees.<\/p>\n The show will also feature a few special ticketing options: Senior Day (Feb. 20) will feature 50% off admission at the box office for guests 60+, and Hero Day (Feb. 22) will offer free admission for active and retired military, first responders, nurses, doctors, and teachers. Plus, anyone who donates blood through the Red Cross will receive a complimentary ticket to the show. Tickets run for $12 at the door, $10 online and children 12 and under are free. Parking is also free onsite.<\/p>\n 100 Station Ave., Oaks, phillyhomeandgarden.com<\/a><\/p>\n Lunar New Year at Rail Park<\/p>\n Friends of the Rail Park will host its annual Lunar New Year Festival this Saturday (Feb. 21) from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This year\u2019s festivities honor the Year of the Fire Horse and will feature a variety of performances and activities, including traditional Lion Dances by the Philadelphia Suns and Penn Lions, Tai Chi by the Crane Center Tai Chi Team, and K-pop dance classes from Ballet Sunmi.<\/p>\n Locals can also expect a flower market, horseback riding with the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club, a Bao Bar and the Sego Food Truck. Family-friendly programming and hands-on children\u2019s activities will also be on site. Organizers are also seeking volunteers from across the city to help make this beloved community event a success.<\/p>\n 1300 Noble Street, 1150 Callowhill St., therailpark.org<\/a><\/p>\n Apr\u00e8s in the City: A Snowed-In Social<\/p>\n This Saturday, the Junior League of Philadelphia is turning up the seasonal charm with Apr\u00e8s in the City: A Snowed-In Social.<\/p>\n Set for Feb. 21, \u00a0Attico Rooftop on Broad Street will transform into a ski-inspired escape, where city views meet cozy seasonal vibes. From 4 to 7 p.m., guests are invited to gather above the skyline for an afternoon of wintery festivities that blend style, social connection, and meaningful community impact\u2014all without leaving Philadelphia.<\/p>\n Tickets ($125) get guests an open bar, appetizers, and access to a variety of ski-themed activities. The event will also feature a silent auction with curated packages and raffle prizes throughout the night.<\/p>\n 219 S Broad St., atticorooftop.com<\/a><\/p>\n ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at the Academy of Music<\/p>\n This weekend, locals can experience the magic of Disney\u2019s ‘Beauty and the Beast<\/a>‘. The fan-favorite musical has returned to Philly for its first North American tour in over 25 years, and the show will light up the Academy of Music stage through Feb 22. Based on the beloved 1991 Academy Award-winning animated film, this Broadway classic, nominated for nine Tony Awards and winner of Best Costume Design, continues to captivate audiences with popular songs (like ‘Be Our Guest’ and ‘Gaston’), over-the-top costumes, and classic storytelling.<\/p>\n Tickets ($55 to $150) are available online, by phone at 215-893-1999, or in person at the Academy of Music Box Office.<\/p>\n 240 S. Broad St., ensembleartsphilly.org<\/a><\/p>\n \u2018Small Living Things\u2019 at the Michener Museum<\/p>\n This weekend, locals can step into the whimsical world of children\u2019s literature with \u2018Small Living Things: The Magical Art of Eric Carle<\/a>.\u2019<\/p>\n