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Mummers 101: The Scoop On Philly's New Year's Day Tradition
Tips For Watching 10,000 Men And Women Twirl, Sashay & Strut Up Broad Street
New Year’s Day is about celebrating, and there’s no better place to fete than at the Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade, a 110-year-old tradition in which 10,000 men and women dressed in colorfully lavish costumes twirl, sashay, pirouette and strut up one of the city’s main streets. An unforgettably wild ritual, the parade and subsequent performances are all family friendly, yet exciting enough to entertain everybody. While a carnival-like atmosphere welcomes anyone who decides to stop by at the last minute, a little advance preparation guarantees a clear view. Better still, spending the night in the city ensures an early start to
...Philadelphia And The Countryside® Calendar Of Events
The Calendar of Events is organized as follows:
November 2009
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August 2010
September 2010
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Ongoing Activities
Through November 1, 2009
HAUNTED POE. This theatrical work unites literature, history and theater with the haunted attraction genre during the 200th anniversary of Edgar Allan Poe’s birth. A 10,000-square-foot warehouse is transformed into an eerie maze of chambers featuring short vignettes of 11 of Poe’s pieces, including “The Tell-tale Heart,” “The Raven” and “The Cask of Amontillado.” (215) 627-2577, hauntedpoe.com
Through November
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Experience Holiday Traditions Old And New In Philadelphia
Festivities Include Holiday Lights, House Tours, New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Mummers Parade
The Christmas season really is the most wonderful time of the year in Philadelphia and The Countryside®, where families partake in old and new traditions to make happy holiday memories. Parents who remember standing in awe of the Enchanted Colonial Village at Lit Brother’s department store can take another peek inside the busy bakery, the bustling village store and the seven other restored scenes with their own children at the Please Touch Museum®. Or, they can start a new holiday tradition when they catch The Comcast Holiday Spectacular on the 2,000-square-foot LED screen inside the 57-story Comcast Center. And, of
...It's That Time Of Year Again: 2010 Annual Events In Philadelphia
So Much To Do For Any Kind Of Trip
Art lovers, garden enthusiasts, film connoisseurs and sports fans keep coming back year after year for festivals, sporting events, art shows, parades and cultural events in Philadelphia. Here’s what’s going on in the region in 2010*:
January:
- Thousands of decorative strutters kick off the New Year by marching up Broad Street in the festive day-long Mummers Parade that ends with the Fancy Brigade Finale at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. January 1, 2010. phillymummers.com
February:
- The Pennsylvania Convention Center is the site of the Philadelphia International Flower Show, the oldest and largest indoor show of its kind. The annual
Philly Loves Three-Day Weekends This Winter
A Three-day Weekend And An Affordable Hotel —What’s Not To Love?
Long weekends are the perfect time to discover all the things to Love about Philadelphia. Those looking for a three-day escape this winter can take advantage of the popular Philly Overnight® Hotel Package, which comes with an extra incentive this season thanks to the new Love campaign. As always, the two-night offer, available at more than 30 hotels throughout the region, includes free hotel parking (valued at up to $75), a Philadelphia Privileges coupon book and a Philly’s More Fun® teddy bear. What’s more, 100 lucky hotel package buyers who book and redeem their stay before March 16 will be
...25 Ways To Celebrate The Holidays In Philadelphia For Less Than $25
Affordable Holiday Experiences From Thanksgiving Through The New Year
It doesn’t take a holly, jolly budget to have a holly, jolly holiday—especially in Philadelphia and The Countryside®, where even Ebenezer Scrooge would be impressed with all the budget-conscious ways to celebrate the season. Here are 25 entertaining reasons to make merry in 2008—all while keeping the tab under $25 per person*. Find these experiences on the interactive map on gophila.com/holidays along with plenty of other reasons to get festive in Philly this year.
*Events are free unless otherwise noted.
Thanksgiving Merriment:
- Thanksgiving Day Parade – Ring in the season during a grand parade featuring marching bands, performances and
Holiday Fun In Philly For The Whole Family
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/holidays.
LOCATION: Center City, Penn’s Landing, South Philly, Kennett Square
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi or car
DURATION: Two days and two nights
Holiday time is family time, but too often, busy schedules and bustling activities have everyone running in different directions. In 2008, start a new holiday tradition. Head to Philadelphia for a weekend of memory-making, affordable family fun. With the Philly Overnight® Hotel Package available at more than 30 hotels, parking is free so you’re already up to $75 ahead.
NIGHT ONE:
A Show of Lights, Please
5:00 p.m. – After you’ve checked
Holiday Shopping Philly Style
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/holidays.
LOCATION: Center City, Manayunk and King of Prussia
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi and car
DURATION: Two nights and two days
’Tis the season to be shopping. But a long holiday gift list can be overwhelming—even if shopping is usually your favorite sport. Turn your to-do list into a fun two-day retail marathon exploring Philadelphia’s independent boutiques, upscale malls and trendy fashion districts. With the Philly Overnight® Hotel Package, you can save big bucks on parking fees, and with no tax on clothing, you’ll pocket enough cash to spring for a little extra something
...Philly's More Romantic During The Holiday Season
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/holidays.
LOCATION: Center City, Penn’s Landing and the Brandywine Valley
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi and car
DURATION: Two days and two nights
Crisp starry skies…cozy firelight dinners…colorful twinkling lights. The holidays are here, and all around Philadelphia, romance is in the air. Time for you and your sweetie to slip away from the holiday hubbub and slip into a romantic getaway. More than 30 area hotels offer two-day packages with free parking, which means you’ll have a little cash left over to splurge on a bottle of champagne and some chocolates.
NIGHT ONE:
Get
25 Gifts Under $25, 25 Philadelphia Experiences, 25 Discounts And An Exclusive Contest On gophila.com
Go To gophila.com/holidays For More Fun This Holiday Season
Looking for a one-stop shop for holiday gifts and travel plans? On November 3, 2008, the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) launched a microsite, gophila.com/holidays, featuring themed holiday itineraries, a 25-item gift guide with nothing over $25, coupons, a contest, hotel packages that include free parking and more.
25 Under $25 Gift Guide And Contest:
Philadelphia boutiques have long been popular destinations for holiday shoppers looking to find unique items for the hard-to-buy-for people on their list. The gophila.com/holidays gift guide includes 25 great gift ideas under $25 in five categories: fashion, food, home design, kids and
12 Reasons To Visit Philadelphia This Winter
Winter’s The Season For Great Exhibitions, Holiday Fun, Dining And More In Philly
Winter may be chillier, but Philadelphia is just getting warmed up with a dozen new reasons to explore the five-county region. This season, visitors can walk through an interactive Chronicles of Narnia exhibition at The Franklin, view Cézanne’s masterful paintings at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and pay homage to iconic historic attractions without the wait. Add the just-reopened Please Touch Museum® in Fairmount Park, swanky new steakhouses, some enticing hotel packages and the season’s long holiday weekends and visitors have the makings of a fun-filled family trip or romantic getaway. Here’s what’s in store for winter 2008-2009:
Museums &
...2009 Annual Events And Major Exhibtions In Philadelphia
So Much To Do For Any Kind Of Trip
Art lovers, garden enthusiasts, film connoisseurs and sports fans keep coming back year after year for festivals, sporting events, art shows, parades and cultural events in Philadelphia. Here’s what’s going on in the region in 2009:
January 2009:
- Thousands of decorative strutters kick off the New Year by marching up Broad Street in the festive day-long Mummers Parade that ends with the Fancy Brigade Finale at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. January 1, 2009. phillymummers.com
- Making its world debut in Philadelphia, America I AM: The African American Imprint celebrates African-American contributions across 400 years of American history at the National
Philly's Dining Scene: What's New And Trendy For Winter 2008?
Just-Opened Restaurants, Hot Chocolate, Beer Week, Sweet Spots, Landmark Eats
New On The Scene
Pass the gravy at Pat Bombino’s, the latest offering from restaurateur Al Paris, focusing on Italian classics such as meatballs and macaroni. The Bella Vista bring-your-own-bottle (BYOB) spot is also cooking up a few innovations, such as salmon “osso bucco” with risotto and Nutella tiramisu. Horsham’s Buona Via is the bigger and better reincarnation of now-closed Mediterraneo, but the new kitchen continues to turn out neighborhood favorites: cappellini with crabmeat, veal caprese and chocolate mousse cake.
The ovens are hot at Bella Luna Pizza Kitchen, the new upscale pizzeria in Conshohocken serving up puttanesca and clam
...Archived Releases
Mummers Parade Makes Philly More Fun This New Year
Special Events, Parades, Parties And Fireworks On New Year’s Eve And Day
The wacky and colorful Mummers Parade along Broad Street on New Year’s Day and the breathtaking New Year’s Eve fireworks show at Penn’s Landing distinguish Philadelphia’s New Year celebration from all others. With some insider tips on where to get the best views, how to stay warm and what else is going on during the long weekend, visitors can usher in the New Year in memorable fashion.
Hotel Tips:
Rooms fill up early, so the best plan is to book as soon as possible. Giving travelers even more incentive to book rooms now, the two-night Philly Overnight® Hotel Package,
Holidays Are All About Tradition In Philadelphia
Philly’s Annual Happenings Make The Season Special
People come to Philadelphia year after year to create new holiday memories with the help of the region’s time-tested traditions. Parents who remember standing in awe of the Enchanted Colonial Village at Lit Brother’s department store can take another peek inside the busy bakery, the bustling village store and the seven other restored scenes with their own children at the brand-new Please Touch Museum®. The Holiday Light Show at Macy’s and A Longwood Garden’s Christmas continue to make the season bright. And each year the fanciful Mummers strut their stuff up Broad Street during the day-long New Year’s Day parade.
...Philadelphia Asks, “What Would You Do With An Extra Day?”
This February is extra special because it adds another full day to the 2008 calendar. In honor of the occasion, the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) is using www.gophila.com, the region’s official visitor site, and insider blog www.uwishunu.com, to ask people what they will do with the extra day on Friday, February 29, 2008.
Polling to find out what people are going to do with their found time will begin on February 22. The results will be announced on February 28. Some of the 10 questions that will be posed are:
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Will you call out sick?
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Will
Philadelphia Invites Canadian Snowbirds To Take A Philly Break
Exhibitions, Events And Exclusive Hotel Offers Make Philly A Welcoming Destination
Philadelphia is inviting Canadian snowbirds to roost for a night or two in the city on their return migration from Florida. With record-breaking snowfalls recorded this winter in Toronto and Montreal, winter escapees will likely return to snow-covered homes in March and April. Center City Philadelphia is just minutes away from I-95, and with several hotel packages to chose from and so much to see and do, why rush the trip back?
Worldly And Out-Of-This-World Exhibitions:
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Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination, a 10,000-square-foot innovation exhibition at The Franklin, explores the fantasy technologies depicted in the movies and the
What's New in Philadelphia and The Countryside
Winter 2007:
Philly Overnight® Hotel Package Returns For Fifth Year
Just in time for winter, the Philly’s More Fun When You Sleep Over® campaign returns, and with it comes the popular Philly Overnight® Hotel Package. Available until April 9, 2007, the package includes two-night accommodations, free parking, a Philly’s More Fun teddy bear and the Philly’s Sleepover Savings Coupon Book with discounts at area attractions, restaurants and shops. The package is now bookable at www.gophila.com.
Go Golden: Philadelphia Celebrates Tut
Philadelphia coronates the grandest King Tut exhibition to hit the United States in a quarter-century on February 3,