The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend

Happy Friday! Below are some of our favorite things to do in the Philadelphia area this weekend. We put out new Philly weekend plans for you every week, so you’ll always have something to do on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

You can always find our favorite activities of the weekend at sinomn.com/things-to-do. Have an event you’d like to feature in the Inquirer? Submit an event to our calendar.

(Comedy) You may have seen some of these acts on HBO, Comedy Central or Netflix. These professional comedians from Philly, New York City and more are heading to South Philly for a night of side splitting laughter.

⌚️ Feb. 21, 7:30p.m., 📍624 S. 6th St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19147, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $15-20

(Community) If you love all things home renovation and design, you won’t want to miss this. Hundreds of vendors will be in attendance offering DIY workshops, product demos and pop up shops. If you’ve been waiting to start those New Year home projects, this is a must do.

⌚️ Feb. 21-23, 📍100 Station Ave., Oaks, Pa, 19456, 🌐 https://phillyhomeandgarden.com, $10-12, Children 12 and under FREE

(Community) You’ve never seen the Museum of Art in Wood like this before. Their galleries will be transformed into the ultimate dance floor. Dress to impress and come ready to move.

⌚️Feb. 21, 8-11:30p.m., 📍141 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 museumforartinwood.org,  💵 $35 for members, $50 General Admission, $75 for 2

(Community) Winter in Kennett Square has never been better.  The festival is fully loaded with activities like a snacklace competition where, yes, you make a necklace out of snacks, and demos on home brewing beer. Not to mention amazing food, live music and plenty of tasty beer.

⌚️ Feb. 22, 12:30-4p.m., 📍600 Broad St., Kennett Sq., Pa, 19348, 🌐 kennettbrewfest.com/, 💵$20-60

(Community) Celebrate Italian culture with delicious food, fun activities and great music. Carnevale is Italy’s festival of joy, color and celebration, and this event delivers on all three. Your ticket includes a 3-course BYOB Italian meal.

⌚️Feb. 22, 12:30p.m., 📍1245 S. 3rd St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19147, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $45

(Community) You don’t need to travel to the mountains for a ski trip. This winter themed party has it all from cozy warm drinks to a snow machine to transport you to the slopes. Sunday’s event will feature a local vendor market offering artwork, clothing, home goods and more.

⌚️Feb. 22 & 23, 📍1210 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, Pa, 19125, 🌐 instagram.com, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Art) A new exhibit is heading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Christina Ramberg: A Retrospective is an anthology of the Chicago artist’s work, highlighting the full spectrum of her career.

⌚️Feb. 8-June 1, 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa, 19130, 🌐 press.philamuseum.org, 💵 $14-30

(Theater) Don’t miss out on seeing this new comedy by Philly’s own Michael Hollinger, as it heads to the stage. This play follows Newton Stover III as he goes on a journey to rebuild his legacy with the help of recordings from a legendary bluesman.

⌚️Jan. 16 - Feb. 23, 📍40 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 ardentheatre.org, 💵 Varies

(Community) Nothing says winter time like skating right alongside the Delaware River. The rink is reopening for the 2024-2025 winter season. Come skate, grab delicious hot chocolate, play games and make winter memories at the waterfront.

⌚️Nov. 29, 2024 - Mar. 2, 2025, 📍101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 delawareriverwaterfront.com, 💵 Varies

Last week set the bar high with a Super Bowl win, a parade, and fresh snow, but this one keeps the momentum going. Kicking off with another day off, the week is packed with performances, parties, and plenty of ways to keep the whole family entertained.

(Musical / multi-day) At Venice Island Performing Arts Center, follow the story of curious kids who live in a walled-off village and venture beyond its limits in this heartwarming, community-driven musical. Ages 5 and up.

⌚February 20-23, times vary, 📍7 Lock St., Philadelphia, PA 19081, 🌐 pcstheater.org, 💵 $5-$18

(Theater / multi-day) At Players’ Club of Swarthmore, a cast of three brings to life the story of Emma and her stuffed animal-turned-real polar bear, who helps her navigate experiments, inventions, a new town, and a changing family dynamic. Ages 2-12.

⌚February 22, 23, March 1, 2, 11 a.m. & 3 p.m., 📍614 Fairview Rd., Swarthmore, PA 19081, 🌐 pcstheater.org, 💵 $10-$15

(History) At the African American Museum in Philadelphia, kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite Black historical figures, play a role in a wax museum, and participate in a true-story storytime. Ages 3-12.

⌚February 22, 1-3 p.m., 📍701 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 aampmuseum.org, 💵 $10-$14

(Dance) At Brooklyn Bowl, Fishtown Neighbors’ Association hosts its wildly popular mini-me dance party with a Pink Pony Club Party theme. Dance to music by Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, Miley Cyrus, and Chappell Roan. Kids’ food and drink (and adult drinks) available for purchase. Ages 2-7.

⌚February 23, 10:30 a.m.-noon, 📍1009 Canal St., Philadelphia, PA 19123, 🌐 givebutter.com, 💵 $20

(History / free) At Smith Memorial Playground, learn about Black Philadelphia icons like Mo’ne Davis, Michael Nutter, Abbott Elementary creator Quinta Brunson, and Underground Railroad hero William Still in an interactive outdoor display that makes education fun. All ages.

⌚February 4-28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays, 📍3500 Reservoir Dr., Philadelphia, PA 19121, 🌐 smithplayground.org, 💵 Free

(Outdoors / multi-day) Penn’s Landing welcomes winter fun with a skating rink, fire pits, cabins, arcade games, and snacks. Construction is ongoing, but the venue remains a must-visit for winter break. Ages 4 and up to skate.

⌚November 29-March 2, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., 📍101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106, 🌐 delawareriverwaterfront.com, 💵 $5 to skate, $12 to rent skates

(Seasonal) City Hall’s front yard transforms for winter with the foliage and light-filled Wintergarden, a festive makers market, and an ice-skating rink (weather permitting). All ages.

⌚November 15-February 23 (rink; through March 9 for Wintergarden), 📍1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, PA 19102, 🌐 centercityphila.org, 💵 Free (Wintergarden), $7-$9 to skate; $10 to rent skates

(Science / multiday) Animatronic dinos from chillier climes, like the fearsome, feathered Troodon raptors, represent Late Cretaceous creatures who inhabited the Arctic. Hands-on exhibits show off ice-proof teeth and eggs at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Ages 2 and up.

⌚September 28-May 4, 📍1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, 🌐 ansp.org, 💵 $16-$22, $2 ACCESS cardholder, free under age 2