This weekend (February 22 and 23) is set to be jampacked with events like 12th Annual Philly Bierfest, Philly Home and Garden show, Mermaids at the Adventure Aquarium, Monster Jam at the PPL Center, and your last chance for winter fun in Philly. If you want to attend, need some info, or just want some options on what to do this weekend, check out PHL17’s guides to everything happening over the weekend in Philly.
12th Annual Philly Bierfest:
- Saturday, February 22 from 2:00pm to 5:30pm. (Exclusive VIP ‘Early Access’ 1-2 pm)
- German Society of Pennsylvania : 611 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19123
- Over 50 German-style beers from 25 Pennsylvania craft brewers in the PA Beer Hall
- Over three dozen beers imported from Germany in the German Beer Hall and Ayinger Speakeasy, as well as a “NoLo Import Bar” featuring German zero proof and low alcohol beers.
- Pennsylvania-themed live entertainment in the PA Beer Hall and German-themed live entertainment in the German Beer Hall.
- Tickets can be purchased at phillybierfest.org. (35 no beer, $59 GA, $79 VIP, $99 VIP+)
Philly Home and Garden Show:
- The Philly Home + Garden Show returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA for three days only from Friday, February 21st to Sunday, February 23rd.
- The show features new inspiration, innovative products, helpful tips, and amazing deals in remodeling, home improvements, décor, and outdoor spaces while offering opportunities to connect with hundreds of home and garden experts.
- Admission is $12 for adults at the event, and free for children under the age 12.
- Parking is free at the Philly Home + Garden Show.
- For all show information and tickets, visit PhillyHomeandGarden.com.
Mermaids Festival at the Adventure Aquarium:
- Adventure Aquarium’s beloved Mermaids are returning February 21 through March 16, Fridays through Sundays only (9 a.m. to 6 p.m. )
- Guests can watch mermaids glide and play alongside majestic sandbar, sand tiger, and nurse sharks, turning an underwater fantasy into an unforgettable reality.
- Guests can interact with the mermaids and snap photos in front of a massive, movie-screen-sized window, offering breathtaking views of the 550,000-gallon exhibit.
- Guests are strongly encouraged to make advance reservations.
- Tickets can be purchased at AdventureAquarium.com.
Last chance for Winter at Franklin Square:
- Through February 23, 2025, Winter in Franklin Square will enchant visitors with holiday magic and jolly memories.
- New this year is FREE nightly Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO.
- The synchronized colorful show will feature a new song: Christmas (Baby Please Come Home) by The Philly Specials.
- Guests can cozy up around fire pits with hot beverages, including spiked options for adults, and enjoy Street Curling and Chilly Philly Mini Golf, adorned with lights and seasonal decorations.
- The evening festivities run 5 – 9 pm. Franklin Square is located at 6th & Race Streets in Historic Philadelphia.
- More information can be found HERE.
Last chance for Winterfest at Dilworth Park:
- Now through February 23, lace up your skates and hit the Rothman Orthopedics Rink and relax in the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin.
- The rink is open 7 days a week, through February 23. Reservations are encouraged for timed, 90-minute skating sessions. Purchase tickets online.
- Located at Dilworth Park: 1 S 15th St (West Side of City Hall)
Monster Jam at the PPL center in Allentown:
- Monster Jam is taking over PPL Center from February 21 through February 23 with massive trucks, jaw-dropping stunts and plenty of high-energy action.
- Tickets can be purchased on Ticketmaster.