May 10, 2013
This news may sound too good to be true, but it’s not. The first 1,000 (yes, 1,000) people to visit the Independence Visitor Center on Thursday, May 16 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. will receive 25,000 free frequent flyer miles from Spirit Airlines. That’s enough for a roundtrip flight! Just pay the taxes and [...]
Read more»May 8, 2013
Philadelphia’s park system is amazing and one of the city’s greatest assets… Philadelphia has more than 10,000 (!) acres of open space including forest, trails, streams, and 75 neighborhood playgrounds spread across the city. But it’s an asset that requires a lot of care and attention — it’s a lot of park space and open [...]
Read more»May 1, 2013
Take note, music fans. The Roots Picnic, the annual music extravaganza from our hometown hip-hop heroes, returns for its sixth year on June 1. With a reputation as the hardest working band in music, The Roots deliver a blockbuster day of concerts every year. This year’s show is set to hit Festival Pier at Penn’s [...]
Read more»April 3, 2013
Now in its fourth year, Oyster House’s annual shucking contest throws professionals and amateurs behind the raw bar in a timed showdown to determine whose skills reign supreme. For just $5, bivalve lovers can cheer on their favorite shuckers and reap the rewards of the competition by enjoying the fruits of battle — all of [...]
Read more»March 27, 2013
Returning for another round of delicious food-and-brew pairing techniques, Brewery Ommegang’s Philly Hop Chef places six local culinary stars in competition, Tuesday, April 23 at Union Transfer. In an effort to promote Ommegang’s Great Beer Deserves Great Food program, a collection of dishes will be assembled with the Coopertown brewery’s suds and sampled during the [...]
Read more»March 19, 2013
On Tuesday, April 23 from 6 to 9 p.m., a number of notable Philly chefs will battle it out to create the top global street food-inspired dishes during Eat Along the Street (E.A.T.S.) Philly 2013 , a festive event spearheaded by Chef Moon Krapugthong of Manayunk’s Chabaa Thai and Yanako. Participating chefs include Aimee Olexy [...]
Read more»February 1, 2013
Sixers fans, interested in winning a pair of 76ers tickets and an overnight hotel stay? Of course you are! The Sixers and Visit Philly have teamed up to launch a photo contest that allows Sixers fans to show their love for Philadelphia and their favorite basketball team, while entering to win some HUGE prizes. Here’s [...]
Read more»January 24, 2013
Guys (and girls) looking to pop the question in Philadelphia on Valentine’s Day, take note. We’ve got a way to help you do it that’s so sweet, Cupid’s swooning. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We’re not kidding. And all you have to do to enter is tell us about Philadelphia’s role in your love story. [...]
Read more»January 22, 2013
For anyone who is fearing the chill in the air, get ready for your relief. On Friday, January 25, Rolling Barrel Events is hosting their third annual Stout and Chowder Festival from 6-9:30 p.m. The event includes everything beer and soup related that your heart could desire. Choose from more than 20 local craft beers [...]
Read more»January 11, 2013
Funnyman Wyatt Cenac, of The Daily Show with John Stewart fame, is coming to Philly for a one-night engagement at the historic Trocadero Theatre on Friday, January 18 — and Philly 360° is giving away tickets! For a chance to win a pair of tickets to Cenac’s show, just head over to Philly 360° and fill out the entry form by Wednesday, January 16. And for those not lucky enough to win, tickets for the show are currently available at Ticketfly.com, but move quickly before they’re gone. It’s sure to be a hilarious night of comedy. [Philly 360°]
