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Here are the 9 best things to do around Philly this week

Say goodbye to summer with the last outdoor movie of the season, or bop around to festivals celebrating arts and culture.

Opera Philadelphia presents Festival O22, a multi-day celebration of opera, including new works.
Opera Philadelphia presents Festival O22, a multi-day celebration of opera, including new works.Read moreJ Berger for Opera Royale de

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Family Outdoor Movie Night: Lion King

(Movies) Don’t miss the last outdoor movie night of the season at Bartram’s Garden. Bring your favorite movie snacks, a blanket and maybe some bug spray and get ready for a free screening of the 1994 classic, Lion King. Popcorn, lemonade and water will be available for free. (Free, Sept. 23, 3000 S. 56th St., bartramsgarden.org)

The Bates Motel

(Community)Spooky season is upon us: Keep your eyes and ears open as you wander through this haunted, abandoned motel, filled with special effects and plenty of scares for adrenaline fans. Then, take a spooky hayride filled with scary stops and fight your way out of an overgrown corn field, avoiding the things that go bump in the night. (Sept. 23 & 24, various times, 1835 N. Middletown Rd., Glen Mills, thebatesmotel.com)

Philly Art and Music Festival

(Community) Celebrate Philly’s vibrant art and music scenes with live performances, delicious food and more, headlined by Grammy Award-winning musician Trombone Shorty. Gigi’s & Big R, Kandy Ices and other local favorites will be on site serving up food as local artists like Amberella, Nuto Studios and others will show off their work and wares. ($35-60, Sept. 24, 1-8p.m., Marine Parade Grounds, Navy Yard, wellsfargocenterphilly.com)

Queer Soup Night at Pentridge Station

(Community / Fundraiser) The forecast is predicting sweater weather this weekend, which means it’s time for soup. Come out for a night of self-care hosted by mutual-aid group West Philly Bunny Hop with a night of music, dancing, community building and, of course, soup. All net funds raised from the event will benefit the Coalition to Save the UC Townhomes in West Philly. ($20 suggested donation, Sept. 24, 6-11p.m., 5110-5120 Pentridge St., pentridgestation.com)

Fishtown Fall FeastivALE

(Community) Get ready to feast. Fishtown FeastivALE celebrates all things great in the neighborhood’s food and beer scene. Say goodbye to summer and welcome fall with burgers, beers, local DJ sets and more than 50 local art and retailer vendors.(Sept. 24, 12-8 p.m., Frankford Ave from Girard Ave to Oxford St., fishtownfeastivale.com)

West Craft Fest at The Woodlands

(Art/Community) More than 70 artists, crafters and makers are headed to the Woodlands for a celebration of all things craft. In addition, expect live music, food trucks, performances and plenty of art and handmade goods to shop. Street parking will be available in the neighborhood, but no cars will be allowed on site. (Sept. 24, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., 40th & Woodland Ave., universitycity.org)

Apple Festival

(Community / Seasonal) Apple season is upon us once again. Now that pick-your-own apple season is at its peak, visit Linvilla to pick your own to take home, and enjoy fun activities like an apple pie eating contest, and live music. (Sept. 24, 8a.m. -6p.m., 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media, linvilla.com)

Puerto Rican Day Parade

(Community) Celebrate Philadelphia’s vibrant and diverse Latino community. This weekend, take in tradition and culture through this annual parade down the Parkway. You’ll get a taste of all things Latino from music and dance to poetry and performances. (Sept. 25, 12-3p.m., Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, elconcilio.net)

Festival O22

(Music) Festival O22 is a multi-day celebration of the opera genre. This year’s event features everything from new works, opera films and more. Grab your tickets or a festival pass in advance to secure your seats. (Through Oct. 2, various locations, operaphila.org)