Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n
Out & About MNYK<\/p>\n
Out & About MNYK<\/a> will return to Manayunk on Saturday, Oct. 3, in celebration of National Coming Out Day. This year\u2019s programming includes a queer-inclusive group run, drag story time, an open-air drag show, a karaoke dance party and a special presentation of \u2018The Rocky Horror Picture Show.’<\/p>\n The festivities kick off at 9 a.m. with Philadelphia Runner\u2019s Out & About 5K with Queer Run and Hoka. At 11 a.m., Philly Drag Mafia\u2019s Brittany Lynn<\/a> will host a Drag Story Time in Art Alley on Gay Street, followed by an open-air drag show at 1 p.m. A Karaoke Dance Party will take place at 2 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n Out & About MNYK will conclude on Saturday with two performances of \u2018The Rocky Horror Picture Show\u2019 at Venice Island Performing Arts Center at 6 and 9 p.m., with doors opening at 5:15 and 8:15 p.m.<\/p>\n Main Street,\u00a0manayunk.com<\/a><\/p>\n Night of Lights<\/p>\n Night of Lights<\/a> returns this weekend for its 9th celebration, with illuminated fun scheduled from Oct. 2 to 5. Throughout its run, \u00a0the streetscape exhibition will transform Chestnut Hill\u2019s Germantown Avenue into a vibrant four-night visual experience, shining a light on local history, architecture, and landscapes from 7 to 9 p.m.<\/p>\n The fun all begins Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the Chestnut Hill Conservancy<\/a> with the annual ‘Flip the Switch’ ceremony. This year\u2019s lighting design will illuminate the Conservancy\u2019s historic headquarters, and from there, visitors can make their way down Germantown Avenue, where projected video exhibitions will stretch from the 8600 block to the 8100 block.<\/p>\n Along the route, live music, local storytellers, interactive activities, vendors, giveaways, and additional First Friday programming will also be in full swing. Additionally, on Sunday, Oct. 4 (at 10 a.m.), the Conservancy will host its first free, family-friendly book reading at Hilltop Books.<\/p>\n Germantown Avenue, chconservancy.org\/programs\/night-of-lights<\/a><\/p>\n Reel October at the Philadelphia Film Society<\/p>\n Reel October kicks off a month-long celebration at the Philadelphia Film Society ahead of the 35th Annual Film Festival<\/a>, which begins in just a few weeks. The festivities start Oct. 1 with two weeks of curated 35mm screenings featuring \u201cclassic, rare, and artistically influential films\u201d, all presented on celluloid.<\/p>\n As the Society notes, it\u2019s a chance to experience these films the way they were meant to be seen \u2014 on a big screen with projected light on actual film. The line-up includes features like \u2018The White Ribbon\u2019, \u2018The Five Heartbeats\u2019, \u2018Rachel Getting Married\u2019, \u2018Jawbreaker\u2019, \u2018The Exorcist\u2019 and more. Tickets (starting around $12) are available online.\u00a0<\/p>\n The 35mm series will lead directly into the 35th Philadelphia Film Festival, running Oct. 15 to 25, with a packed lineup of premieres and community programs at venues across the city.\u00a0 Badges and tickets for the\u00a0 Fest are currently available online.\u00a0<\/p>\n 1412 Chestnut St., filmadelphia.org<\/a><\/p>\n PAWS Mutt Strut<\/p>\n On Saturday, Oct. 3, hundreds of dogs and their humans will head to the Navy Yard<\/a> for the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society\u2019s 20th annual Mutt Strut<\/a>, a fall festival and 1.5-mile dog walk that combines four-legged fun with a fundraiser for Philadelphia\u2019s homeless pets.<\/p>\n The celebration begins at 11 a.m. at the Navy Yard’s Marine Parade Grounds and\u00a0runs until 2 p.m.<\/p>\n Pups can dress to impress for a Halloween<\/a> costume contest. There will also be plenty of ways for dogs and their humans to burn off some energy, including agility and lure courses, field games, paw-print painting and pet portraits.<\/p>\n 4747 S. Broad St., pawsmuttstrut.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n Brew N\u2019 History\u00a0<\/p>\n Christ Church Burial Ground\u2019s Brew N\u2019 History Tour<\/a> returns Oct. 2 to 4. Guests will make five stops throughout the historic burial ground, with each story paired with a curated sampling of local craft beer connected to the historical figure or tale being shared at the gravesite.<\/p>\n Visitors will encounter Revolutionary-era leaders, signers of the Declaration of Independence, and other notable Philadelphians, from Benjamin Franklin to one of the city\u2019s famous tavern keepers.<\/p>\n Tickets cost $21 with the tasting and $12.51 for the tour only.\u00a0 Guests must be 21 or older to attend.\u00a0<\/p>\n 420 Arch Street, brewnhistorytour2.eventbrite.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n Fintastic Pumpkin Glow<\/p>\n Adventure Aquarium\u2019s \u00a0Fintastic Pumpkin Glow is back on site through Nov. 1, \u00a0and the series will once again showcase glowing pumpkins \u201cof all shapes, sizes and species\u201d floating alongside sharks, rays and other aquatic animals.\u00a0<\/p>\n Locals can\u00a0 look forward to the return of the Aquarium\u2019s Paint-A-Pumpkin activities, live underwater pumpkin carving, plus the \u201cBones or No Bones\u201d animal skeleton show, a Meet the Divers event and festive fall d\u00e9cor throughout the space. Seasonal treats will also be served up on site.<\/p>\n For little ones ages 2\u20135, families can also take advantage of the Pre-K Kid\u2019s Adventure Pass, offering free, unlimited Aquarium admission for a year. Tickets (starting around $32) are available online.<\/p>\n 1 Riverside Drive, Camden, New Jersey, adventureaquarium.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Blessing of the Animals<\/p>\n Every October, Saint Peter the Apostle Church celebrates the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with the annual Blessing of the Animals. Set for this Sunday, Oct. 4, from 2 to 3 p.m., all creatures \u201cgreat and small\u201d are welcome to receive a personal blessing from the clergy. Note, dogs should be leashed, while cats should arrive safely in carriers. Pet treats and refreshments will be available, and each family will receive a free St. Francis medal. No RSVP is necessary, and all are welcome to attend.<\/p>\n This tradition is closely connected to St. Francis, whose life was marked by a love and respect for the natural world. More information can be found online.<\/p>\n 1019 N 5th St., spaphilly.org<\/a><\/p>\n