45 of the best things to do in Philly this weekend and next week

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(Community / in-person / free / multiday) We are still in a pandemic, and variants are a concern. Make a plan to get vaccinated or your booster shot; there are many places throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey — CVS, Rite Aid, neighborhood rec centers, and more — where you can get your free COVID-19 shot. (Free, phila.gov)

(Drinks / in-person / outdoors) It’s time to head back up and out — outside and up to the rooftop, that is. BOK reopens its outdoor rooftop bar for a season filled with food, drinks, fun activities, and skyline views. The rooftop will be open Wednesday through Sunday until Oct. 30 — and yes, dogs are allowed. (Apr. 14-Oct. 30, 1901 S. Ninth St., bok-bar.com)

(Art / in-person / community) Head to the Barnes for an evening of music, art and networking. DJs Oluwafemi and Corey Bernhard provide the soundtrack for your night. Your ticket includes a champagne toast and a sweet treat to end the night. ($15-$28, Apr. 14, 7-10 p.m., 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., barnesfoundation.org)

(Seasonal / in-person / multiday) Kids ages two and up can pursue half a dozen candy-filled eggs, get a photo with the bunny, then have a go at the giant jumping pillow, obstacle course, rubber duck races and more kiddie attractions and distractions at Bucks County’s largest agritainment destination (Shady Brook Farm, of course). Ages 1-8. ($12-$15 child, $8-$10 adult, free ages 0-23 months, Apr. 14-16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 931 Shady Brook Rd., Yardley, shadybrookfarm.com)

(Music / in-person / community) Swifties, you’ll know this playlist all too well (yes, we did that). Come dance and sing your heart out to some of Swift’s greatest hits including extended mixes and deep cuts at the Warehouse on Watts. ($10, Apr. 15, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., 923 N. Watts St., eventbrite.com)

(Music / in-person) A rare EDM show at the Arden Gild Hall in Delaware, which is usually home to folkier fare. Phutureprimitive is the San Francisco dubstep producer also known as Rain. Openers are Gr3g Hunt and Levi Mathews, the latter being an EDM act who grew up near the Gild Hall. ($27, Apr. 15, 8 p.m., 2126 The Hwy, Wilmington, Del., ardenconcerts.com)

(Movie / in-person) Mark Wahlberg returns to the boxing ring in this true story about Stuart Long, a troubled fighter who finds redemption in the priesthood. Wahlberg believed in the story so much that he put up his own money to make the film. The feature debut of writer/director Rosalind Ross. (Rated R., in theaters)

(Movie / in-person) The third adventure of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) has him leading a band of wizards and witches to stop Gellert Grindelwald (Mads Mikkelsen). With Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore. Written by J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves. Directed by David Yates. (Rated PG-13. Premieres April 15 in theaters)

(Community / in-person / kid-friendly / outdoors / free) Celebrate the arrival of spring weather at Bartram’s Garden where this weekend you can shop local vendors in the marketplace, take a pony ride with the Concrete Cowboys, bike, fish, and so much more. Residents of 19143 and 19142 can also grab a free yard tree from Tree Philly. (Free, Apr. 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., bartramsgarden.org)

(Art / in-person / community) Spend an afternoon creating art alongside artists and activists while leaning about the fight to end cash bail. The People’s Paper Co-op, a women-led art and advocacy project, will facilitate this afternoon of crafts at the Philadelphia Museum of Art alongside the Philadelphia Community Bail Fund. (Free with admission, April 16, 1-4 p.m., 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., philamuseum.org)

(Community / in-person / outdoors / kid-friendly) The Hindu holiday Holi celebrates the arrival of spring, end of winter, and blossoming of love. Head to the Zoo to celebrate with performances, activities, and a color throwing ceremony. This colorful day will definitely make its mark on your wardrobe, so wear something you’re comfortable getting messy in. (Free with admission, April 16, noon-4 p.m., 3400 W. Girard Ave., philadelphiazoo.org)

(Community / in-person / kid-friendly) More than 50 boardwalk shops have joined together for a great egg hunt in Ocean City, N.J. Bring your own basket and pop into participating shops to hunt for eggs — all while enjoying the ocean breeze. (April 16, 1-3 p.m., various locations along the Ocean City boardwalk, oceancityvacation.com)

(Shopping / in-person / community) The Sisterly Love Collective is an alliance of women restauranteurs and food entrepreneurs in Philly. This weekend, join them for a spring market where you can shop from dozens of local food vendors (like Aurora Grace Chocolates, Cry Baby Pasta, Hale and True Cider, and more). (April 16, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Second & Pine St., southstreet.com)

(Community / in-person) Celebrate all things geek culture from comics and video games to cosplay. No matter where your geeky interests lie, come mingle with other enthusiasts and get to know some local geeks. ($10-$21, Apr. 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 775 Tanyard Rd, Woodbury Heights, eventbrite.com)

(Music / in-person / community / free) Spring weather is always made better with live music. Check out a free concert at Cherry Street Pier by the Matthew Perrish Philly Express brand in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month. (Free, April 16, 1:30 p.m., 121 N. Columbus Blvd., cherrystreetpier.com)

(Music / in-person) The new Hurray for the Riff Raff album Life on Earth finds singer Alynda Segarra back in New Orleans, returning to the terrain where the band was based at the time of the 2014 folkie breakout Small Town Heroes. ($20, Apr. 16, 8 p.m., 1200 Callowhill St., undergroundarts.org)

(Music / in-person) The horn ensemble that have been a New Orleans institution for just shy of 40 years are bringing a Second Line celebration to the Main Line. ($35, Apr. 16, 8 p.m., 23 E. Lancaster Ave., ardmoremusichall.com)

(Music / in-person) Lititz, PA-founded and Philadelphia-based rock trio The Districts made their most ambitious, outward-looking record with their fifth album Great American Painting. Francis of Delirium and Vanillorama open. ($25, Apr. 16, 8 p.m., 1026 Spring Garden St., utphilly.com)

(Music / in-person) Philly emo band Carly Cosgrove — the trio of singer-guitarist Lucas Naylor, bass player Helen Barsz and drummer Tyler Kramer — celebrate their catchy and engaging See You in Chemistry debut, produced by Hop Along’s Joe Reinhardt. Also on this First Unitarian Church bill: Sweet Pill, NIQU, and Harmony Woods. All ages. ($17, Apr. 16, 8 p.m., 2125 Chestnut St., r5productions.com)

(Community / in-person / kid-friendly / free) The South Street Headhouse District’s annual Easter celebration is back for its 89th year. Stop by for an egg hunt, food, games, and, of course, the annual parade and best-dressed competition (so wear your finest Easter attire). This year, the promenade goes down rain or shine. (Free, April 17, 12:30 p.m., Fifth and South Sts., southstreet.com)

(Community / in-person) This is not your typical Easter tea party. Grab your favorite Sunday brunch outfit and prepare for a day party with laid-back vibes, food and drink specials — along with hip-hop and dancehall tunes. ($15-$22, April 17, 3-7 p.m., 1320 Chancellor St., eventbrite.com)

(Music / Video gaming) This show is billed as “an interactive sonic and visual electronic cosplay experience with both augmented and virtual reality.” North Philly self-proclaimed DJ tech magicians Tethra64 and Coolaidhippy debut their video game X2 To The Next Power, which features all original music. ($30, Apr. 17, 8 p.m., 29 E. Allen St., thefillmorephilly.com

(Music / in-person) Chan Marshall, the sultry-voiced singer who records as Cat Power, released Covers, which features interpretations of Frank Ocean, Iggy Pop, the Pogues, and Jackson Browne. This date was originally scheduled for January, the album’s release month. ($42, Apr. 17, 8 p.m., 334 South St., tlaphilly.com)

(Music / in-person) British dance-pop artist Charlie XCX has spent the last decade writing hooks for other artists like Icona Pop and Iggy Azalea while carrying on a solo career, and moving between her mainstream and experimental side. It all comes to a head on her new album Crash that’s her glossiest to date and sure to make for a smartly packaged, slyly subversive pop extravaganza at the Fillmore. ($100, Apr. 18, 8 p.m., 29 E. Allen St., thefillmorephilly.com)

(History / in-person / community / kid-friendly) The Museum of the American Revolution opened on April 19, 2017, 240 years after “the shot heard ‘round the world,” which sparked the Revolutionary War. Celebrate the museum’s fifth anniversary with a week of virtual and in-person events like online history quizzo, an in-gallery discussion about the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and more. (Apr. 19-24, 101 S. Third St., amrevmuseum.org)

(Music / in-person) South Carolina native Victoria is a leader among the Black songwriters who are reshaping the roots music genres that fall under the Americana umbrella. On her new album A Southern Gothic, the singer puts her own imprint on the blues. Lizzie No, who has toured with the Black Opry Revue, is the opener. ($17, Apr. 19, 8 p.m, 1100 Chestnut St., MilkboyPhilly.com)

(Music / in-person) Molina began her career as a musician before taking a detour to become the most famous comedian in Argentina. She’s since shifted to become one of the most intriguing musicians anywhere, known for her masterful one-woman band that blends folk, ambient, and electronica. ($18-$23, Apr. 19, 8 p.m., 3025 Walnut St., worldcafelive.com)

(Science / books / in-person / multiday) The water-themed Earth Day party starts early for preschoolers with a reading of and finger-paint project inspired by Over and Under the Pond. Ages 3-5. ($12 non-member child, $8 member child, free for one accompanying adult, Apr. 20, 10:15–11 a.m., 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., ansp.org)

(Books / in-person) The book: We Planted a Tree, with a look at nature in art indoors and trees around the building. The craft: Make a spring leaf wreath. Ages 2-5. ($5, free to members, Apr. 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m., 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford, brandywine.org)

(Community / in-person) Come ready to make (and taste) the pasta of your dreams at this in-person class led by Daniel Lee of Farina Pasta and Noodle at Parkway Central Library. You’ll learn how to make and cook your pasta to perfection — and you’ll also learn how to make restaurant-quality garlic bread. Free tickets are available for SNAP-eligible families. ($25, Apr. 20, 6 p.m., 1901 Vine St., eventbrite.com)

(Music / in-person) The New Zealand-born pop star born Ella Yelich-O’Connor is back on tour for the first time in four years, playing the Met Philly behind her sun-drenched 2021 album Solar Power. ($136-$275, Apr. 20, 8 p.m., 858 N. Broad St., themetphilly.com)

(Community / virtual / free ) Interested in how Philly’s vacant land can be used for community gardens? Learn firsthand from the Garden Justice Legal Initiative, the Philadelphia Land Bank and the Neighborhood Garden Trust. Bring all of your questions to get them answered by the folks who know best. (Free, Apr. 21, noon-1:30 p.m., facebook.com)

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(Science / in-person / multiday / kid-friendly) Water up super close and from way far away, as interpreted by scientists, artists, and artist-scientists give viewers new insight to the everyday magic of two-thirds of our earth and 60% of our bodies. ($20-$22 adults, $16-$18 children, free for members and under age 2, through Apr. 17, times vary, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., ansp.org)

(Seasonal / in-person / multiday / free) Those of us feeling skittish about sending tots into a grabby, grass-top, egg-seeking free-for-alls can opt for a lower contact version of the Easter tradition. Like last year, South Street shops display (but also kind of hide) oversized 2D eggs made by local artists. Finders can snap a photo and post to Insta with #SouthStreetEggHunt and tag @southstreetphilly to enter to win gift cards. Ages 4+. (Free, through Apr. 17, between Front & Broad sts. on South St., southstreet.com)

(History / in-person / multiday) American history lessons continue even as school pauses, through pop-up talks on colonial toys, whirligig making, scavenger hunts, and, on April 16 at 12:30 p.m., an hour-long muster for the Continental Army. Ages 5-12. ($19-$21 adult, $18 senior, student and teacher, $13 ages 6-17, $2 ACCESS cardholder, free ages 5 & under, through Apr. 24, 101 S. Third St., amrevmuseum.org)

(Seasonal / in-person / multiday / free) They’re back, those loveable, Day-Glo marshmallow bunnies and rabbits, displayed gathering around dinner tables, in courtyard gardens, at rock concerts, or formed into blossoms, transforming Peddler’s Village into a creative, walk-through Easter basket. Ages 2+. (Free, through April 24, 2400 State Rd., New Hope, peddlersvillage.com)

(Museum / in-person / multiday / kid-friendly) If your budding inventor is into marble runs, domino tricks, and the chain reactions that introduce most Dude Perfect episodes, they’ll surely enjoy a visit with drawings and wackily interactive contraptions inspired by cartoonist, engineer, and one-of-a-kind genius Rube Goldberg. Ages 2-12. ($19, $2 ACCESS cardholder, through May 8, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, pleasetouchmuseum.org)

(Museum / in-person / kid-friendly) From now through the end of May, get $5 off tickets to the Barnes Foundation and the Penn Museum. Start your day exploring work by Native artists at The Barnes’ Water, Wind, Breath exhibit, then make your way to the Penn Museum to check out the Native American Voices exhibition. ($5 off admission to both museums, through May 2022, 3260 South St. and 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., penn.museum)

(Education / virtual / multiday / kid-friendly / free) Through dad jokes, real talk, and superb listening, Mr. Maurice connects with his students — and connects students to each other. Each workshop appeals to specific audiences: Black boys, young teens, future entrepreneurs, sports fans, home cooks and more. Workshops teach some writing and lots of life lessons. Ages 8+ (Free, Jan 19, 20, 21-May. 26, 27, 28, mightywriters.org)

(Seasonal / in-person / multiday) For 228 years, the farm one hour’s drive up Broad Street from City Hall has raised crops. In more recent years, Hellerick’s has also raised agritainment-based fun with an obstacle course, ziplines, goat yoga, you-pick crops, party packages galore, and, new this season, a silo climbing wall. The farm is open on weekends only through Memorial Day. Ages 2+. (Prices vary, weekends only, through May 30, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 5500 N. Easton Rd., Doylestown, hellericksfarm.com)

(Science / in-person / multiday) The Academy continues a year focused on water with an exhibit co-created by Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Things that live and happen on the ocean floor — five-foot-long tubeworms, thermal vents, giant clams, iconic shipwrecks — could inspire kids to become the next Cousteau (and likely inspire grown-ups to rewatch The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou). Ages 5+. ($22 ages 13 and up, $19 senior, student, military, $18 ages 2-12, $2 ACCESS cardholder, free under age 2, through Jul. 24, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., ansp.org)

(Museum / in-person / multiday / kid-friendly) The museum version of J.K. Rowling’s juggernaut lets visitors choose their Hogwarts houses, explore Gringotts, Hogwarts, and the Forbidden Forest — but not record video. Timed tickets are good for museum admission up to two hours early. Ages 5 and up. ($43 ages 12-64, $41 senior and military, $39 ages 3-11; free ages 2 & under, evening tickets: $30, through Sept. 18, 222 N. 20th St., harrypotterexhibition.com)

(Fitness / in-person / outdoors) Head to the Schuylkill Banks for a morning of zen movement. Bring your own yoga mat or towel and enjoy this all-levels instructor-led yoga class. Yoga classes take place (weather permitting) on Saturday and Sundays at 10 a.m., and Tuesday and Thursdays at 6 p.m. throughout the spring and summer season. (Pay what you can, various dates through Oct., 2500 Locust St., eventbrite.com)

(Art / in-person / outdoors / free) Magical Fantasy, a collection of bold and bright 3D art pieces by London-based artist Morag Myerscough, has transformed The Navy Yard into a colorful playground. Stop by to wander through the exhibit and escape into an abstract dreamland without leaving the city. (Free, through October, Broad St. and Constitution Ave., navyyard.org)

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