Published January 23, 2020
The Best of Philadelphia- January 24-26
A weekend packed with Chinese New Year celebrations, coding for teens, dinos after dark, and an alternative craft show that is sure to delight. The weekend events in Philly give you plenty to enjoy over this upcoming weekend!
January 24
4:00pm
Academy of Natural Sciences
Philadelphia, PA
What happens at the museum after the sun goes down? Find out for yourself and spend a little time with the dinos by taking part in this fun-filled event!
January 25
9:00am
Parkway Central Library
Philadelphia, PA
Take a nostalgic look at classic Saturday morning cartoons at this event! Teens are invited to come and watch some of the best in throwback cartoons at the Parkway Central Library.
January 25
11:00am
Art Star
Philadelphia, PA
You’ve heard ot the Art Star CRAFT Bazaar? Well, this is definitely not the same event! Artists will be selling their “seconds,” damaged goods or slightly imperfect items at discounted prices at this show.
January 25
1:00pm
Independence Seaport Museum
Philadelphia, PA
Welcome in the Lunar New Year at this special celebration. Learn more about how time is marked across the world. Learn about a variety of cultures and special New Year’s traditions observed near and far.
Think Like a Digital Designer: Unplugged
January 25
1:00pm
Newtown Public Library
Newtown Square, PA
Is your teen an aspiring app designer? Have they always wondered how developers create the apps they use? Learn and try your hand at it yourself at this special event.
January 26, 2020
11a.m
10th and Race streets
Philadelphia, PA
In China, lettuce is a sign of wealth. (Having to do with the Chinese word for wealth sounding much like the word for lettuce!) During Chinese New Year celebrations, lions will dance and compete to win lettuce from different places. Watch this and plenty of other special New Year traditions at this parade.
January 26
11:00am
National Liberty Museum
Philadelphia, PA
This day full of special activities for all ages proves that you’re never too young or too old to be a liberty hero!
Kennett Chocolate Lovers Festival
Jan 26
12:00pm
Unionville High School
Kennett Square, PA
Get ready for a chocolate festival like none other! Enjoy a sampling of fantastic chocolate treats such as cakes, candies, cookies, and more at this very special fundraising event!
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