The best things to do in Philadelphia this week

Explore all of the best things to do in and around Philadelphia: from upcoming events and art installations to the most picturesque date spots, we share all you need to know to make the most out of your week in Philly.

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(Community) The nation’s longest running flower show of its kind is back for another year. This year’s theme is Gardens of Tomorrow and envisions the future of gardening, highlighting new innovations and techniques. Get your tickets and enjoy access to top horticultural vendors, grand displays and stunning blooms.

⌚️Mar. 1-9, 📍1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19107, 🌐 phsonline.org, 💵 $25-49

(Community) Looking to get a little crafty this week? Learn how to make recycled paper infused with flower petals at this hands-on workshop. You’ll leave with your own unique creation and a unique skill to brag about.

⌚️Mar. 4, 6-7p.m., 📍523 S. 4th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19147, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $25

(Community) Peddler’s Village is hosting a one-of-a-kind dinner theater experience, presented with the Bucks County Center for the Performing Arts. This immersive comedy show follows two Italian American families over an evening of nuptials. Prepare to laugh, enjoy real food and definitely plan for audience participation.

⌚️Mar. 5, 7-9:30p.m.,📍Route 263 & Street Rd., Lahaska, PA 1893, 🌐 peddlersvillage.com, 💵 $95

(Community) Celebrate Women’s History Month at Status Rooftop Lounge at this weekly popup celebrating women owned and operated food establishments. This week’s featured chef is Chef Karla Torres of La Ingrata. All event proceeds benefit Women’s Way, a nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of women, girls, gender and racial equality.

⌚️Mar. 5, 5-7:30p.m., 📍433 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 sevenrooms.com, 💵 $35

(Community) Come create a delicious pasta dinner at South Philly’s new pizzaria, Agricola. You’ll learn every step in the art of pasta making from creating an egg dough to thinning and cutting noodles. Your ticket includes antipasti, all pasta making materials and Bolognese sauce, dessert and a welcome drink.

⌚️Mar. 5, 6-8:30p.m., 1180 S. 10th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19147, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $88

(Community) This three-hour hop-on, hop-off tour celebrates all things Philly food, culture, history and music. Each rider will receive a copy of the book Homegirls & Handgrenades by Sonia Sanchez, a free journal and tote bag.

⌚️Mar. 8, Various times, 📍258 E. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, Pa, 19125, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 $50

(Community) Bookworms, this one’s for you. Bring your latest read and come share all of your thoughts, good, bad, or indifferent, with a group of passionate readers. You might leave with a new friend or a new book to add to your TBR.

⌚️Mar. 8, 11a.m., 📍219 S. 6th St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 philaathenaeum.org, 💵 Free

(Community) You’ve never had a day at the Philadelphia Zoo quite like this. Come explore the zoo while sipping on delicious whiskey. Your ticket includes 8 whiskey tastings and Zoo admission. This event is only open to adults 21+.

⌚️Mar. 8, 11a.m.-6p.m., 📍3400 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, Pa, 19104, 🌐 philadelphiazoo.org, 💵 $35

(Community) Are you an artist looking to grab or giveaway supplies? Come load up on new materials or get rid of anything you don’t need to make a little space. All supplies left at the end will be sorted and donated to local schools, daycares, and rec centers.

⌚️Mar. 9, 2-4p.m., 10 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19106, 🌐 eventbrite.com, 💵 Free

(Theater) Theater Exile is a local non-profit that focuses on new and contemporary work, performed by local talent. Philly GRIT brings boundary-pushing performances to the stage, featuring a diverse range of performers and storytelling styles.

⌚️ Feb. 26 - Mar. 15, 📍1340 S. 13th St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19147, 🌐 theatreexile.org, 💵 $25-30

(Art) A new exhibit is heading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Christina Ramberg: A Retrospective is an anthology of the Chicago artist’s work, highlighting the full spectrum of her career.

⌚️Feb. 8-June 1, 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa, 19130, 🌐 press.philamuseum.org, 💵 $14-30

Spring has to be around the corner, right? Get a head start with kid-friendly bike adventures at the Philly Bike Expo, hands-on planting workshops at Longwood Gardens, a refreshing meadow stroll, and more outdoor and community fun.

(Gardening) At Longwood Gardens, conservatory horticulturist Wyatt Emig leads workshops on Kokedama, the Japanese art of growing plants inside hanging moss balls. The morning session is for ages 5-9 with an adult, while the afternoon session is for ages 10-16 independently. Participants receive full garden access and take home their own hanging plant. Ages 5-16.

⌚March 8, 10-11 a.m. & noon-1:30 p.m., 📍1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square, PA 19348, 🌐 longwoodgardens.org, 💵 $60 for two-person family workshop, $15 per additional guest; $40 for youth workshop

(Bikes) At the PA Convention Center, the Early Childhood Mobility Coalition creates a kids’ arena with riding ramps, helmet decorating, face painting, bike skill-building, and an intro to bike maintenance (March 8 at 1:30 p.m.). Experts will be on hand to discuss biking to school and other two-wheeled topics. Ages 3-14.

⌚March 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; March 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 📍129 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107, 🌐 phillybikeexpo.com, 💵 $20-$30; free for ages 12 and under

(Outdoors / free) At Andorra Meadows in Wissahickon Valley Park, enjoy a kid-friendly hike and bring along a stuffed animal to inspire a session of animal yoga. Registration requested. Ages 3-9.

⌚March 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 📍990 Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19128, 🌐 prescribeoutside.org, 💵 Free

(Movie / fun / free) At Community Partnership School, enjoy a showing of Inside Out 2 following a DJed dance party and kids’ activities. Sponsored by the Philadelphia Film Society, Kith + Kin, and Smith Memorial Playground. Snacks and drinks provided. Registration requested. Ages 6-13.

⌚March 8, 2 p.m. dance party; movie at 3:30 p.m., 📍3033 W. Glenwood Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19121, 🌐 communitypartnershipschool.org, 💵 Free

(Holiday) At Kaiserman JCC, celebrate Purim with a costume parade, clown performances, hamantaschen-making, noisemakers, music, inflatables, carnival games, and a new gaga tournament. Tickets include pizza, a snack, and a drink. All ages.

⌚March 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 📍45 Haverford Rd., Wynnewood, PA 19096, 🌐 phillyjcc.com, 💵 $40-$45 per family

(Science / multiday) Animatronic dinos from chillier climes, like the fearsome, feathered Troodon raptors, represent Late Cretaceous creatures who inhabited the Arctic. Hands-on exhibits show off ice-proof teeth and eggs at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Ages 2 and up.

⌚September 28-May 4, 📍1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa. 19103, 🌐 ansp.org, 💵 $16-$22, $2 ACCESS cardholder, free under age 2