Published October 17, 2019
The Best of Philadelphia- Weekend of October 18-20
Your weekend in Philly is going to be packed with fall-time fun, celebrations of local history, and tons of other fantastic events! Bring your adventurous spirit and Philly won’t disappoint! Take a look at everything happening on our events guide.
Jack-o-Lantern Exhibit at Linvilla Orchards
October 18
5:30 PM
Linvilla Orchards
Media, PA
Come to see the spooky, silly, and sweet jack-o-lanters on display at Linvilla Orchards. Beginning at dusk, these pupmkins will begin their show and illuminate the evening during this event.
Through January 12
Please Touch Museum
Philadelphia, PA
Step inside the amazing world created by Eric Carle in his fantastical books. Pretend to be the Very Hungry Caterpillar, weave a web with the Very Busy Spider, or make the Very Clumsy Beetle flip and jump during this ongoing exhibit.
Cinderella and Co- Three Fairy Tales Reimagined
Through January 5
Brandywine River Museum of Art
Chadds Ford, PA
View reinterpretations of classic fairy tales through wonderful illustrations. See how artists imagine these fairy tales through their own eyes at the Brandywine River Museum of Art.
Skippack Village Children’s Halloween Parade
October 19
10:00 AM
Trinity Christian UCC
Skippack Village, PA
This parade is the perfect way to kick off your Halloween celebrations. Watch as the parade makes its way through Skippack Village this weekend!
Through October 31
Morris Arboretum
Philadelphia, PA
This year’s Scarecrow Walk theme is “Famous Musicians.” Check out all the creative interpretations of the theme as you view over 40 scarecrows at this event!
October 19
1:00 PM
Oxford Valley Mall
Langhorne, PA
This family friendly event will feature live music from Big Whiskey along with a great selection of beers to choose from.
Through November 3
7:00 PM
Race Street Pier
Philadelphia, PA
This incredible art installation will bring an apparition to the Delaware River Waterfront for the upcoming weeks. Watch as this ghost ship teaches history and delights audiences.
Celebration of William Penn’s Birthday
October 18
4:30 PM
Philadelphia City Hall
Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate William Penn’s 375th birthday with a party! This celebration will include music, a mural arts project, silhouette making, and tons of other exciting activities!
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