Published May 15, 2019
The Best of Philadelphia- Weekend of May 17-19
Foodies will adore this weekend filled with delicious treats in the Philadelphia area. Check out food festivals, a first-ever area food and wine celebration, or sample international cuisine for a scrumptious time. There are events not only for food lovers, but for everyone’s tastes this weekend in Philly. Take a look to plan your exciting weekend today!
Dock Mennonite Academy County Fair and Auction
May 17-18
Dock Mennonite Academy
Souderton, PA
Celebrate this local community at a county fair with something for everyone. Enjoy delicious food, a dodgeball and donuts tournament, a helicopter candy drop, or take home a tasty pie. You won’t want to miss a minute of the fun happening at this fair.
May 17-18
Kitchen Kettle Village
Intercourse, PA
Celebrate the joys of rhubarb season in the heart of Lancaster County. Stock up on rhubarb canned and baked goods and enjoy all the fun to be had at this two-day event.
The 9th Street Italian Market Festival
May 18-19
9th Street Italian Market
Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate being Italian, even if it’s only for one day! This festival will make you feel like a true Italian with tasty food, musical entertainment, and events such as an authentic half ball tournament.
May 18
10:00 AM
Newlin Grist Mill
Glenn Mills, PA
Assist trained archeologists as they work on a dig at the Newlin Grist Mill this weekend. This unique opportunity is a special chance for you to see just what it’s like to work on a dig and learn more about the area’s history at the same time.
May 19
10:00 AM
Cedar Grove
Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate the beauty and wonder to be found in Philadelphia’s park systems. Tour Cedar Grove to learn more about it and enjoy everything it has to offer.
Through June 16
Various Times
Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
Philadelphia, PA
This circus will take the stage here in Philly beginning this weekend. Don’t miss out on your chance to see the talented performers of the Big Apple Circus as they begin their month of performances!
Through July 14
Various Times
Walnut Street Theatre
Philadelphia, PA
Follow Elle Woods as she goes from the sorority house to Harvard Law. The hit movie is set to music and promises to be a fantastic night of fun and hilarity for theatergoers.
The Bucks County Food and Wine Festival
May 17-18
Parx Casino
Bensalem, PA
This is your chance to participate in the first ever Bucks County Food and Wine Festival. Sample fare by area chefs, paired with wines from throughout US and the world. This weekend is packed with events fine diners will all enjoy.