PHILADELPHIA SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR
March 2011 |
| March
6 - 13 PENNSYLVANIA HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY: PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FLOWER SHOW "SPRINGTIME IN PARIS" Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| May
8 (All Day) MOTHER'S DAY MOTHERS VISITING WITH THEIR KIDS GET A FREE CANVAS TOTE BAG Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site 2027 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 www.easternstate.org |
| March
8 - 16 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATORS CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| March
9 & 10 PHILADELPHIA CONSTRUCTION EXPO Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| March 10
- 13 SUPER BILLIARDS EXPO PRO & AMATEUR TOURNAMENTS, EQUIPMENT FOR SALE, TAP LEAGUES FOR HANDICAP PLAY AND MORE Valley Forge Convention Center 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 609.652.6116 $10.00 Thu-Sat 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM www.superbilliardsexpo.com |
| March
11 @ 6:30 PM PHILADELPHIA YOUTH ORCHESTRA 2011 GALA DINNER AND CONCERT CONDUCTED BY LOUIS SCAGLIONE Union League of Philadelphia 140 S Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 215.545.0502 Call for Ticket Prices www.pyos.org |
| March
12 @ 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM YOUNG FRIENDS WINTER GALA "ROBERTO CAPUCCI : ART INTO FASHION" Philadelphia Museum of Art 26th Street at Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 215.235.7469 $175.00 - $275.00 www.philamuseum.org |
| March
12 - 14 ENDURANCE SPORTS EXPO Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| March
13 @ 1:00 PM & 6:00 PM HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2011 WORLD TOUR Wells Fargo Center 3601 S Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 215.336.3600 $21.00 - $159.00 |
| March
18 - 20 SUGARLOAF CRAFTS FESTIVAL Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| March
19 @ 10:00 PM PURIM DANCE PARTY FEATURING LIVE MUSIC BY ELECTRO MOROCCO AND PHILLY'S OWN DJ GLITZ World Cafe Live 3025 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 215.222.1400 $11.00 - $15.00 |
| March
19 & 20 RUBBER STAMP, SCRAPBOOK & PAPER CRAFTS SHOW Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| March
21 - 24 AORN 2011 CONGRESS CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| March
25 - 27 NORTHEAST ROD & CUSTOM CAR SHOW Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| March
25
- 27 GREATER PHILADELPHIA SPRING HOME SHOW DESIGNED FOR HOMEOWNERS IN ALL STAGES OF REMODELING, LANDSCAPING AND DECORATING Valley Forge Convention Center 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 610.354.8212 Free Event Fri 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Sun 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM www.achomeshow.com |
| March
28 - 30 HARTSTRINGS WAREHOUSE SALE Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
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30 & 31 ASSOCIATION OF ENERGY ENGINEERS: GLOBALCON 2011 Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| March
30 - April 2 ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND RESEARCH LIBRARIES CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| March
31 - April 6 SOLAR ENERGY TRADESHOWS: PV AMERICA SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
April 2011 |
| April
1 @ 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM FIRST FRIDAY 230 Vine Street and at other Participating Art Galleries in Old City Philadelphia, PA 215.625.9200 www.oldcityarts.org |
| April
1 - 3 2011 PHILADELPHIA NATIONAL STAMP EXHIBITION Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| April
1 - 6 BROWNFIELDS EPA CONFERENCE 2011 Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| April
2 @ 8:00 PM AN EVENING WITH KEVIN SMITH Keswick Theatre 291 N Keswick Avenue Glenside, PA 215.572.7650 $47.50 - $67.50 |
| April
3 @ 7:00 PM DAVID SEDARIS Keswick Theatre 291 N Keswick Avenue Glenside, PA 215.572.7650 $49.50 |
| April
5 - 7 DELAWARE VALLEY SCIENCE FAIR Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| April
7
- 10 BEAD FEST WIRE (BEADS, JEWELRY & MORE) 18 BOOTHS OF BEADS, WIRE AND JEWELRY PLUS CLASSES OFFERED BY MICHAELS Valley Forge Convention Center 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, PA 610.232.5725 $12.00 Fri 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sat 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM www.beadfest.com |
| April 7 - May 1, 2011 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 2011 The April "Celebration of Music" exhibit will be in collaboration with the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts. Goals and concepts of the Festival: The Festival will offer a convergence of art ideas and inspiration in Philadelphia, featuring performances and partnerships, and a cornucopia of artistic expression from our region, and around the world.With over 135 events by 1,500 artists throughout the region, the month-long festival promises to create an inspired city. And the world will be invited to join a new moment of innovation, collaboration and creativity. PIFA will truly be the most exciting and fulfilling artistic event in the history of our region. Please visit the PIFA Internet site for a full description of all events and information about where and how to purchase tickets. www.pifa.org |
| April
8 PHILLY I-DAY Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| April 9 @ 8:30 AM 15TH ANNUAL WALK AGAINST HUNGER & 5K RUN Back for its 15th year, the Stroehmann Bakeries Walk Against Hunger & 5K Run is a fun and easy way to support Philabundance and those in need of food throughout the Delaware Valley. More than 3500 people gather to raise funds that will be distributed to over 100 food pantries, soup kitchens, and other hunger relief organizations throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania.This year’s route is 5K (approximately 3.1 miles)! NO NEED TO WALK ALONE. We invite you to be part of the Philabundance Walk Against Hunger Team. School groups are highly encouraged to join. If you have any questions, contact Shira Rosenwald at srosenwald@philabundance.org. * 7:15 to 8:15 AM 5K Run Registration, Art Museum Stairs * 8:00 AM Walk Check-In, Eakins Ovals, across from the Art Museum * 8:30 AM Run Start * 9:00 AM Opening Festivities: Free breakfast and entertainment * 9:30 AM Walk Start * 9:45 to 11:00 AM Run Awards Presentation * 10:00 AM-Noon: Finish Line Celebration: Free hot dogs, raffle prizes and more. Philadelphia Museum of Art 26th Street at Benjamin Frankin Parkway Philadelphia, PA www.philabundance.org |
| April
10 @ 9:00 AM VARIETY'S 5TH ANNUAL AUTISM WALK FOR AWARENESS, RESOURCES AND EDUCATION The AWARE Walk is back! Make sure to save the date! April is Autism Awareness Month and we will walk the mall to raise awareness and financial support for Variety’s Autism Initiative! Several community organizations will also be present to share information and resources with the walkers! Start getting your team together now! We look forward to seeing you there! Plymouth Meeting Mall 500 West Germantown Pike Plymouth Meeting, PA 215.735.0803 www.varietyphila.org |
| April
10 @ 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM ROCKIN' DOCS FOR DIABETES CURE Rockin' Docs for Diabetes Cure is a new, exciting benefit concert/fundraising event featuring four established local rock bands composed predominantly of doctor-musicians from 3 large hospital centers in the Philadelphia area (Abington Memorial Hospital, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and Doylestown Hospital). Andre Gardner, WMGK Afternoon Drive On-Air Personality and host of Breakfast with the Beatles, will emcee the event. General admission and VIP tickets will be going on sale soon. We expect that the event will attract a large audience including the staff and employees of the three hospitals, the substantial network of JDRF supporters, patrons eager to support the efforts of their local doctors, and the general public sympathetic to diabetes related causes. This first annual event was conceived and created by Kenneth Einhorn M.D. and Jeremy Jaffe M.D. (himself diagnosed with type 1 diabetes over 20 years ago), both of whom are fathers of children with type 1 diabetes. Their goal is that no family should ever have to deal with the pain and anxiety in learning a loved one has developed diabetes. And no one should ever have to carry the heavy burden of this disease throughout their lifetime. For further inquiries or other ways to help, please contact Dr. Einhorn or Dr. Jaffe via email at: rockindocs@verizon.net Electric Factory 421 N 7th Street Philadelphia, PA 215610.664.9255 www.jdrfeasternpa.org |
| April
12 @ 6:00 PM 2011 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS DINNERS PRESENTS FRENCH WINE DINNER World Cafe Live 3025 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA 215.222.1400 $50.00 (includes wines, food, tax and gratuity) |
| April
14 - 16 AMERICAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| April
15 - 17 INTERNATIONAL ALL LEVELS CHEER & DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| April
16 POKEMON REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
| April
19 @ 6:00 PM 2011 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS DINNERS PRESENTS CHAMPAGNE COCKTAILS World Cafe Live 3025 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 215.222.1400 $35.00 Per Person (includes champagne, liquers, food, tax and gratuity) |
| April 22 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM EARTH DAY FESTIVAL The Academy is a pioneer in environmental science and its Patrick Center for Environmental Research continues important research into the environmental health of streams, lakes, and estuaries. Their work is showcased during Earth Day Festival. * Meet Real Environmental Scientists: Talk with scientists from the Academy's Patrick Center and learn about their work. * Tools of the Trade: Check out the shocker boat, look into a microscope, and watch a demonstration of electroshocking. * Testing for Toxins: Try your hand at some Academy chemistry and discover how fish, crabs, and sediments are tested for toxins. * Eco-Action Expo: Meet local groups committed to the environment. Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 215.299.1000 Free with Museum Admission www.ansp.org |
| April
26 @ 6:00 PM 2011 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS DINNERS PRESENTS FROMAGE GRILLE ET BIERE World Cafe Live 3025 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 215.222.1400 $35.00 Per Person (includes beers, food, tax and gratuity) |
| April
30 - May 3 AMERICAN TRANSPLANT CONGRESS (ATC) CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.paconvention.com |
May 2011 |
| May
6 @ 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM FIRST FRIDAY Hosted by the Old City Arts Association since its 1991 inception, First Friday is a unique cultural event in Philadelphia and one of the city’s most popular evening escapes. Held the first Friday night of each month, this arts community “open house” brings together city dwellers and suburbanites, contemporary arts and antique collectors, aficionados of classical and contemporary design, and theater and performance buffs. The welcoming informality of First Friday attracts crowds of casual browsers as well as serious buyers to each festive event, featuring dozens of Old City’s galleries and shops hosting exhibition receptions or just open for your perusal and enjoyment. When: The first Friday evening of each month, rain or shine, year-round. Please Note There is no admission fee for First Friday - participating establishments are open to the public. First Friday hours for some Old City Arts members may vary during the summer and on holidays. 230 Vine Street and at other Participating Art Galleries in Old City Philadelphia, PA 215.625.9200 www.oldcityarts.org |
| May
7 @ 8:00 PM MOTHER'S DAY CELEBRATION CONCERT LOVE SONGS, DOO-WOP & ROCK & ROLL WITH FRED PARRIS & THE SATINS, FREDDY "BOOM BOOM" CANNON, HERB COX & THE CLEFTONES, JIMMY CLANTON AND MORE Keswick Theatre 291 N Keswick Avenue Glenside, PA 215.572.7650 $42.50 - $64.50 |
| May
13 @ 5:30 PM
to 7:30 PM RECEPTION FOR THE 2011 SEASON Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site 2027 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 Free Event www.easternstate.org |
| May
15 @ 1:30 PM FORMER OFFICERS AND INMATES ALUMNI REUNION Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site 2027 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 Free with Admission www.easternstate.org |
| May
15 - 19 LIGHTFAIR INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW & CONFERENCE Pennsylvania Convention Center 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 215.418.4700 www.lightfair.com |
June 2011 |
| June
1 @ 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM WALL BALL 2011 ANNUAL FUNDRAISER FOR THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA MURAL ARTS PROGRAM Join us for WALL BALL 2011 at the Piazza! Stay tuned for details! & ticket information! The Piazza at Schmidts N 2nd Street at Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.685.0759 www.muralarts.org |
| June
3 @ 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM FIRST FRIDAY Hosted by the Old City Arts Association since its 1991 inception, First Friday is a unique cultural event in Philadelphia and one of the city’s most popular evening escapes. Held the first Friday night of each month, this arts community “open house” brings together city dwellers and suburbanites, contemporary arts and antique collectors, aficionados of classical and contemporary design, and theater and performance buffs. The welcoming informality of First Friday attracts crowds of casual browsers as well as serious buyers to each festive event, featuring dozens of Old City’s galleries and shops hosting exhibition receptions or just open for your perusal and enjoyment. When: The first Friday evening of each month, rain or shine, year-round. Please Note There is no admission fee for First Friday - participating establishments are open to the public. First Friday hours for some Old City Arts members may vary during the summer and on holidays. 230 Vine Street and at other Participating Art Galleries in Old City Philadelphia, PA 215.625.9200 www.oldcityarts.org |
| June
4 @ 12:00 PM WINE AND JAZZ FESTIVAL Enjoy the eclectic sounds of live jazz music, fine wines from all regions of Pennsylvania and local fresh fare amid the spectacular backdrop of Longwood Gardens. Longwood’s glorious outdoor stage overlooking the picturesque meadow comes alive at this highly anticipated annual event! Check our web site in the coming months for more information about performers and particpating wineries. Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road Kennett Square, PA 610.388.1000 $21.00 - $40.00 www.longwoodgardens.org |
| June
4 @ 7:00 PM
to 11:00 PM FRIENDS OF SCHUYLKILL RIVER PARK PRESENT EAT, DRINK AND BE GREEN 2ND ANNUAL COCKTAIL PARTY BENEFIT Schuylkill River Park Pine at Taney Street Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 $100.00 www.eatdrinkandbegreen.org |
| June
6 @ 9:00 AM MS GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT DELAWARE CHAPTER NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY White Clay Creek Country Club 777 Delaware Park Boulevard Wilmington, DE 302.655.5610 $750.00 Per Person - $3,000.00 Per Foursome www.msdelaware.org |
| June
20 (All Day) FATHER'S DAY DADS VISITING WITH THEIR KIDS GET AN EMBROIDERED BASEBALL CAP Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site 2027 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 www.easternstate.org |
July 2011 |
| July
1 @ 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM FIRST FRIDAY Hosted by the Old City Arts Association since its 1991 inception, First Friday is a unique cultural event in Philadelphia and one of the city’s most popular evening escapes. Held the first Friday night of each month, this arts community “open house” brings together city dwellers and suburbanites, contemporary arts and antique collectors, aficionados of classical and contemporary design, and theater and performance buffs. The welcoming informality of First Friday attracts crowds of casual browsers as well as serious buyers to each festive event, featuring dozens of Old City’s galleries and shops hosting exhibition receptions or just open for your perusal and enjoyment. When: The first Friday evening of each month, rain or shine, year-round. Please Note There is no admission fee for First Friday - participating establishments are open to the public. First Friday hours for some Old City Arts members may vary during the summer and on holidays. 230 Vine Street and at other Participating Art Galleries in Old City Philadelphia, PA 215.625.9200 www.oldcityarts.org |
| July
16 @ 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM BASTILLE DAY REENACTMENT AND FRENCH-THEMED STREET PARTY Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site 2027 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 215.236.3300 www.easternstate.org |
| July
16 & 17 GREAT AMERICAN GUITAR SHOW Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
| July
24 - 28 PHILADELPHIA GIFT SHOW Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks 100 Station Avenue Oaks, PA 484.754.EXPO www.phillyexpocenter.com |
