The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend

Happy Friday! Below are some of our favorite things to do in the Philadelphia area this weekend. We put out new Philly weekend plans for you every week, so you’ll always have something to do on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

You can always find our favorite activities of the weekend at inquirer.com/things-to-do. Have an event you’d like to feature in the Inquirer? Submit an event to our calendar.

(Movies) The best of Jewish film and cinema will be center stage at this festival. Jewish international films and media from across the globe will head to Philadelphia, alongside community events taking place across the city. Grab a badge to enjoy the full 10 days of programming or snag tickets to individual events.

⌚️ Nov. 12-21, 📍Various Locations, 🌐 https://phillyjfm.org/, 💵 $10-375

(Community) What better way to show off your Philly pride than with gifts that could only be made here? This holiday market brings together a wide variety of local artists, designers, crafters and jewelers with unique pieces perfect for your holiday gifting. Come shop small and local and enjoy festive seasonal treats in Dilworth Park.

⌚️Nov. 13 - Jan. 1, 📍1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19102, 🌐 madeinphila.com/, 💵 Free admission, pay-as-you-go

(Community) No lucky charms are required to score big at this marketplace. Come shop from dozens of women and queer vendors offering unique fashion, vintage finds, accessories, art and more. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping while supporting the local makers who make our communities better.

⌚️Nov. 14, 11a.m. - 5p.m., 📍121 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 cherrystreetpier.com, 💵 Pay-as-you-go

(Community) Foodies, you won’t want to miss this one. Some of Philly’s Michelin-recognized and James Beard winning restaurants that have been on your list to try will be in one place. Come take a huge bite out of Philly’s food scene with exclusive chef collabs, food discussions, hands-on workshops, special chef collaborations, live entertainment and more.

⌚️Nov. 14, 11a.m. - 6p.m., 📍29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, Pa, 19123, 🌐 foodfest.inquirer.com/, 💵 $150-299

(Community) History comes to life each year at Fort Mifflin’s flagship event. Commemorate the 249th anniversary of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution at this family-friendly weekend complete with musket and cannon demonstrations, 18th century toys, guided tours and more.

⌚️Nov. 14-15, 10a.m. - 4p.m.,📍 6400 Hog Island Rd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19153, 🌐 fortmifflin.us, 💵 $14.26-20

(Community) America’s oldest and most prestigious dog show is coming to Philadelphia. 2,000 talented four-legged friends will compete for top honors. Come cheer them on and they strut their stuff.

⌚️Nov. 14-15, 📍100 Station Ave., Oaks, Pa, 19456, 🌐 nds.nationaldogshow.com/, 💵 $10-20

(Art) Get ready to tap into your inner artist and bring your skills to life at this interactive figure-drawing experience. All artistic skill levels are welcome to practice traditional drawing techniques while sketching a live model in cosplay. You’ll get to connect with other artists, enter to win fun prizes and get to improve your skills.

⌚️Nov. 15, 1-3p.m., 📍121 N. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, Pa, 19106, 🌐 cherrystreetpier.com, 💵 Suggested $10 donation

(Movies) The Asian American film festival is back and celebrating its 19th year spotlighting Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander films, performance art, music and storytelling. This year’s festival focuses on LGBTQ+, Iranian and Filipino stories, including an impressive lineup of 5 world premieres, 9 East Coast premieres and 30 Philadelphia premieres.

⌚️Nov. 5-15, 📍Various locations, 🌐 paaff2026.eventive.org, 💵 $150-300

(Art) The Philadelphia Museum of Art houses one of the largest Marcel Duchamp collections in the world, and now you can see it for yourself. The collection is coming back to Philly after a brief tour and is arranged to show Duchamp’s evolution through cubism, dada and surrealism.

⌚️Oct. 10 - Jan. 31, 2027, 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, Pa, 19130, 🌐 philamuseum.org, 💵 $35, includes museum admission

(Seasonal) Winter is arriving at Dilworth Park, whether the temperatures cooperate or not. The outdoor skating rink returns to the west side of City Hall, giving families a chance to lace up their skates and glide beneath the city skyline. The park’s Wintergarden and seasonal vendors add to the festive atmosphere, even if it’s still a little warm for winter coats. Tickets required. Ages 5 and up.

⌚ Nov. 13–Feb. 21, hours vary, 📍1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19102, 🌐 centercityphila.org, 💵 $8–$10; $11 skate rental

(Community) Philadelphia is going all out for its favorite fictional boxer. The festivities at the Philadelphia Museum of Art kick off with a rededication of the Rocky statue, followed by a free Philly Pops concert at 3:15 p.m. Then comes a very Philly attempt at history: breaking a world record for the most people gathered in gray sweatsuits and sweatbands. Time to channel your inner Balboa. All ages.

⌚ Nov. 13, 1–4 p.m., 📍2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, Pa. 19130, 🌐 phlvisitorcenter.com, 💵 Free

(Nature) Haven’t explored the Discovery Center’s 23-acre nature sanctuary in Strawberry Mansion yet? Here’s a chance to check it out while giving the environment a little TLC. Volunteers will help remove invasive plants and fill native seed packets, supporting the wildlife that calls this urban oasis home. Ages 7 and up.

⌚ Nov. 14, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., 📍3401 Reservoir Dr., Philadelphia, Pa. 19121, 🌐 discoveryphila.org, 💵 Free

(Nature) Earlier sunsets have at least one upside: Owls are out and about before bedtime. At the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove in Montgomery County, naturalists from the Valley Forge Audubon Society will teach families about owl habitats and adaptations, introduce a live owl ambassador, and lead a quiet walk through the woods in search of wild owls. Ages 6 and up.

⌚ Nov. 14, 6 p.m., 📍1202 Pawlings Rd., Audubon, Pa. 19403, 🌐 John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, 💵 Free

(Theater) Little theatergoers become part of the story at Curio Theatre Company in West Philly. This interactive “make-partake” production brings an Ashanti folktale from Ghana to life, inviting kids to create props, sound effects, and even weather patterns as they help a clever spider on his quest to become a storytelling god. Ages 3 and up.

⌚ Nov. 6–22, times vary, 📍4740 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19143, 🌐 curiotheatre.org, 💵 $10–$20

(Community) Chase, Marshall, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma, Everest, and Tracker are taking over the Please Touch Museum for the next few months. The traveling exhibit lets preschoolers tackle hands-on rescue missions that encourage teamwork and problem-solving, with plenty of photo ops alongside their favorite cartoon pups. Ages 2–7.

⌚ Oct. 7–Jan. 3, 2027, 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m., 📍4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, Pa. 19131, 🌐 pleasetouchmuseum.org, 💵 $2–$24