Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Philadelphia

Todd J. • November 19, 2015What a great mueseum!! So much to see and the staff was very helpful. Highlight was seeing Diana by Saint Gaudens.

Michael L. • January 31, 2023The lounge is a fantastic intimate little area. Good beer selection. Make a reservation!

Brandon C. • July 6, 2015Outdoor musical hall with excellent seating where ever you are. Also grass seating available! Food/drinks with addition craft beer section in the back. Parking starts at $20 on event nights

Paige C. • July 9, 2013A nice part of the Zoo. Learn a bit about reptiles and cool down from this summer heat wave :)

Ville K. • November 2, 2018It’s the Rocky statue. What else do you need?

Danielle B. • November 18, 2013The orangutans are amazing! Such a fascinating creature

Danielle Ball Control M. • November 22, 2012Great place for all ages. My 11 month old was able to have fun in the 3-and-under areas. My 15 and 16 year old nieces enjoyed themselves too.

Jenn P. • August 10, 2013The entrance is on 52nd & Parkside. Don't let cab drivers take you for a ride around the park or pretend like they don't know.

DuelingTampons • March 27, 2010Check out entertainment stories about UPenn alumni and undergrads: http://www.DuelingTampons.com

Julia P. • November 24, 2013Love big cat falls. Really like the cats can walk above you and get really close to the Windows. So great!

Ronald B. • April 13, 2013Grand opening. Looks great

Tom M. • September 1, 2011The movie is very cool

Cheryl P. • January 21, 2018We were here for a wedding. Incredible artifacts. I would love to come back during regular museum hours to explore the whole venue.

Nicole F. • August 20, 2012Comfortable seats. Great sound system. Nice outdoor venue.

Randi M. • February 20, 2014Interesting piece of African American AND Philadelphia history

Visit Philly • May 17, 2012“Shout” #WithArtPHL in your check in. This piece is part of “Check In to a Masterpiece” – a one-of-a-kind arts experience. Check out the Sphinx in the Penn Museum next. Photos without flash permitted.

Philadelphia Science Festival • April 8, 2013Hear from researchers who've generated some of the most well-known scientific breakthroughs of our time during Big Ideas: Funding and Innovation. 4/23 6:30-8:30pm. Tickets: $12, $10 educators (w/ ID)

Amy G. • May 6, 2016One of the few places to see any animals when it rains.

Gregory S. • July 24, 2022Security is light, bring a water do not pay for it. Avoid getting food.

Reinhold Residential • September 27, 2012This modern space has three new exhibits a year (try to attend an opening night) and offers FREE admission.

Eric T. • October 27, 2013Great for photos, especially if you have kids.

Jodi C. • May 23, 2012Want a quick bit? Mad Mex across the street best buffalo wings in town margarita aren't bad either!

Philadelphia Science Festival • April 8, 2013The Science of Jazz: Waves, Beats and Scales is not your average jazz concert, but instead a multistory experience. Tues. April 23, 7-8:30pm. Tickets: $10, $9 educators (with ID)

ryan d. • June 5, 2010The guided tour by the Mural Arts Program is well worth the $17 bucks.

Chris E. • April 2, 2017Oldest course on East Coast. Good mix of shots, 3 sets of tees, fun course.

Bill M. • August 10, 2017The giraffes

Kelly P. • October 14, 2012Go see "The Runner Stumbles". Great play, funny at times & the end won't be what you expect ; )

Gina R. • December 31, 2009The Rotunda is a West Philly community arts + culture venue that presents around 300 events a year, including live music of all kinds, film, art, dance, theater, edu., + more. usually $0! all ages