What to do in Philly this week

Philadelphia is gearing up for a long and festive Presidents' Day weekend, with a diverse lineup that blends romance, history, and entertainment.

Disney's beloved Broadway production, Beauty and the Beast, arrives at the historic Academy of Music on Wednesday. Get ready to be enchanted by this timeless tale of love and magic.

Meanwhile, Valentine's Day festivities will kick off on Friday, when the National Constitution Center opens its new "America's Founding" gallery. For a dose of thrills and excitement, head over to the Xfinity Mobile Arena for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' limited run.

Saturday promises to be an exciting day, with the debut of The Franklin Institute's Universal Theme Parks exhibition, as well as the final weekend to explore "Dreamworld: Surrealism at 100" at the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in Visit Philadelphia's free Black History Month tours.

On Sunday, Valentine's Day celebrations will continue with the launch of a special American 250th anniversary beer. As the holiday weekend comes to a close on Monday, the Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown is sure to be a highlight.

If you're looking for something more low-key, there are plenty of romantic and fun events lined up throughout the city. Brandi Carlile takes the stage at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Tuesday night, while Viktor's Valentine will make an appearance at the Lincoln Mill Haunted House on February 13-14.

Fans of Eric Carle will delight in Small Living Things: The Magical Art of Eric Carle, a new exhibit now on display at the Michener Art Museum. Last but not least, don't miss Garden Glow at Longwood Gardens, which will illuminate the gardens from February 13 to March 8.

For all the latest events and activities happening in Philadelphia this week, head over to Visit Philadelphia's website for their comprehensive list of top picks.
 
Omg u guys! 🀩 Philly is literally going all out for Presidents' Day & Valentine's Day! I'm so down for some Disney magic at the Academy of Music 🎭, and The Franklin Institute's Universal Theme Parks exhibit sounds like an absolute blast! ✨ But what really caught my eye was the new "America's Founding" gallery opening on Friday πŸ“š - can't wait to dive into that! πŸ’‘ How about u? Got any fave events planned for the weekend? 😁
 
meh, sounds like philly's gonna be super busy & crowded during presidents' day 🀯... don't get me wrong, beauty and the beast is a classic, but can we please talk about the xfinity mobile arena events? 1 night with brandi carile? that's it? and what's up with all the limited runs of ringling bros. circus? seems like they're trying to milk those old-school carnival vibes for all they're worth πŸŽͺπŸ˜’
 
Omg, I'm so down for a romantic weekend in Philly! πŸ₯° Beauty and the Beast on Broadway is going to be amazing 😍, and I've heard great things about Brandi Carlile's concert 🎸. The Universal Theme Parks exhibition at The Franklin Institute sounds like so much fun too 🀩...I mean, who doesn't love a good rollercoaster ride? 😱 And don't even get me started on the Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown - I'm totally there with my squad πŸŽ‰. Have you checked out Garden Glow yet? It's supposed to be stunning πŸ’‘. Can't wait for a chill weekend of art, magic, and all things wonderful ❀️.
 
I'm so down for this Presidents' Day weekend 🀩... but at the same time, I'm like "wait, isn't it just Valentine's Day again?" πŸ’”. But then I think about all these awesome events lined up and I'm like "no way, this is gonna be lit!" πŸ”₯. Disney's Beauty and the Beast is a total game-changer - I mean, who doesn't love a good fairy tale? πŸ§šβ€β™€οΈ. And the Xfinity Mobile Arena has some sick acts coming through... Brandi Carlile is my jam πŸ’–. On the other hand, Ringling Bros. might be a bit too wild for me... I'm more of a chill vibe kinda person 😎. Anyway, it's gonna be a wild ride in Philly this weekend, that's for sure! πŸŽ‰
 
πŸ€” so its finally that time of year again, presidents day weekend! but i gotta say, philly is pulling out all the stops with these events πŸŽ‰ beauty and the beast at the academy of music? thats a must see for me! and ringling bros circus? my grandma used to take me to those shows when i was younger πŸŽͺ its gonna be so nostalgic. but like always in philly, theres something for everyone whether youre into art, history, or just chillin with your bae πŸ€—
 
Another chance for people to get together and pretend everything is fine πŸ€”... Meanwhile, the US unemployment rate just hit a 40-year high, with over 32 million Americans struggling to make ends meet πŸ˜”. Guess we'll all be too distracted by Disney's Beauty and the Beast to notice 🎭. And don't even get me started on the American beer that's "celebrating" its 250th anniversary... just a clever way to hide the fact that the US is still stuck in the dark ages when it comes to workers' rights 🍺.
 
OMG, I'm so down for a romantic weekend in Philly! 🀩 I've heard great things about Beauty and the Beast on Broadway, and I'm really looking forward to it. πŸ’ƒπŸ» But, like, what's with all the Valentine's Day vibes? Can't we celebrate love all year round? πŸ˜‚ Anyway, I'm also super stoked for Brandi Carlile at Xfinity Mobile Arena - she's, like, my fave singer ever! 🎸 And, omg, have you seen Small Living Things: The Magical Art of Eric Carle at the Michener Art Museum? It's sooo cute! 🐝 I'm also planning to check out Garden Glow at Longwood Gardens - it sounds like, totally Instagrammable! πŸ“Έ What about you, what are your plans for the weekend? 😁
 
I'm so hyped for this Presidents' Day weekend! I've been checking out all the events in Philly and it looks like there's something for everyone 🀩. The Beauty and the Beast show is gonna be amazing, can't wait to see it on stage! And, omg, a special American 250th anniversary beer? Yes, please! 🍺

I'm also super stoked about Garden Glow at Longwood Gardens, it's gonna be so pretty with all the lights πŸŒƒ. And, if you're looking for something more chill, Small Living Things: The Magical Art of Eric Carle sounds like a great way to spend an afternoon πŸ‘§.

It's always so much fun exploring the city and finding out what's new and exciting. I love that Visit Philadelphia has all the info in one place, makes it easy to plan an epic weekend πŸ“….
 
omg u guys! presidents day wknd is gonna be so lit! beauty & the beast is coming to philly 🎭🦁 and ringling Bros circus is back on our scene! πŸ’₯ but what i'm most hyped about is garden glow at longwood gardens, its like, who wouldn't wanna walk through glowing gardens all day? 🌟 and btw, brandi carlie is performing live 😍 cant wait to see her in concert! πŸ‘ hows everyone planning on celebrating valentines day?
 
I'm so down for a fun-filled Presidents' Day weekend in Philly! πŸŽ‰ Beauty and the Beast is coming to town - can't wait to be under the enchanted castle spell again πŸ§™β€β™€οΈ. Valentine's Day events are also looking sweet, especially the new "America's Founding" gallery at the National Constitution Center πŸ’‘. Ringling Bros. circus is back and that sounds like so much fun for families! 🐘 But I'm also hoping to squeeze in some small, low-key moments with my partner - maybe a romantic dinner or stroll through Garden Glow? πŸŒ³πŸ’•
 
⭐️ Philly is gonna be lit on Presidents' Day! Beauty and the Beast is coming to town & I'm so down to get my Disney fix πŸŽ­πŸ’• Can't wait to check out the new "America's Founding" gallery too, love learning about our history πŸ’‘πŸ‘
 
I'm super stoked that Beauty and the Beast is coming to Philly πŸŽ­πŸ‘! I mean, who doesn't love a good Disney classic? But, gotta say, I'm a bit meh about the Ringling Bros. Circus show... not really my thing 😐. On the other hand, I'm totally down for some thrills and excitement at the Xfinity Mobile Arena 🎒.

And can we talk about how awesome it is that there are so many events for Black History Month? πŸ™Œ Visit Philly's free tours are a total game-changer. It's about time we celebrate our diverse heritage, you know?

I'm also really looking forward to Brandi Carlile's concert 🎸 and Garden Glow at Longwood Gardens... that sounds like a dream come true! But, gotta ask, why can't they make those beer celebrations more accessible to everyone? Just a thought 😊.
 
πŸ€” Philly is always so extra on Presidents' Day lol. I mean, who needs that many romantic events? But at the same time, it's like they're trying to make up for the lack of excitement in the rest of the year πŸ˜‚. Anyways, Beauty and the Beast sounds enchanting! 🌹 I'll have to check out Ringling Bros. too... been a while since I've seen one. πŸŽͺ On the flip side, some of these events might be a bit pricey. Like, who's gonna shell out that much cash for an Eric Carle exhibit? πŸ˜’ Still, gotta give Philly credit for trying to make it a fun and inclusive celebration. 🌈
 
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