What to do in Philly this week

Philly in Full Swing: Events Galore for the Week Ahead

Philadelphia is basking in that sweet spot between harvest season and the holidays, making it an ideal time to explore the city's offerings. The crisp air and cozy atmosphere create a perfect setting for festivities, while the calendar is packed with an array of events that cater to all interests.

First up, Philadelphia honors its military service and history as part of the Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Celebration and various Veterans Day events throughout the city. For those looking for more cultural experiences, Visit Philly's curated list features a plethora of activities, including festivals, pop-up markets, live music, and family-friendly outings.

As the week unfolds, holiday cheer spreads across the region with early signs of the season. Peddler's Village kicks off its festive season, while Dilworth Park lights up with Winter festivities. The National Dog Show returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, entertaining fans of four-legged stars. Meanwhile, two highly anticipated debuts make their mark: Netflix House and Inquirer Food Fest, each offering something new to experience.

History buffs can still explore Germantown's landmarks with the Historic Germantown One Pass, available at a discounted rate for a limited time. For those looking for more historic outings, Fonthill Castle in Doylestown, PA offers Holidays from November 15 to December 31.

Sports enthusiasts will find an opportunity to play golf on the Upper Deck course at Citizens Bank Park from November 12-15. Meanwhile, chomps and cheers can be heard over Thanksgiving weekend as the CHOMP for CHOP event takes place across participating locations.

Philadelphia's Jewish community is also celebrating with the Philadelphia Jewish Film + Media Fall Fest, running from November 12 to 23. The Festival of Trees at the Pearl S. Buck House in Perkasie, PA will run until January 4, 2026, while Oyster Fest at Reading Terminal Market takes place on November 13.

With so much happening, it's no wonder that Philly is back in full swing this week. Whether you're looking for culture, history, sports, or simply some holiday cheer, there's something for everyone in the City of Brotherly Love.
 
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What's good Philly?! You're straight fire this week! From Marine Corps 250th Anniversary to Netflix House, and from Peddler's Village to CHOMP for CHOP event... I'm low-key excited to explore it all! ๐ŸŽŠ [GIF: a person running with a backpack full of festive goodies] ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ
But let's be real, who needs events when you have Philly's famous cheesesteaks? ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿง€ [GIF: a meme of a cheese steak with a smile] ๐Ÿ˜‚
 
Philly is literally the best time to visit right now! ๐ŸŽ‰ The weather is perfect and there's so much stuff to do it feels like a never-ending weekend ๐Ÿ˜ด. I'm really stoked for the Marine Corps 250th Anniversary Celebration, my dad's a vet so that one means a lot to me ๐Ÿ’•. And omg have you ever been to Peddler's Village? ๐ŸŽƒ It's soooo festive and cute! They have the best food vendors too, I'm getting hankering just thinking about it ๐Ÿด. What's on your agenda for the week?
 
๐ŸŽ‰ I'm loving how Philly is really getting into the holiday spirit! It's always awesome to see a city come alive with events and activities that cater to all interests ๐Ÿคฉ. I'm so down for some festive fun, whether it's visiting Peddler's Village or checking out the National Dog Show ๐Ÿถโค๏ธ. The fact that there are so many options available, from history buffs to foodies, is just amazing ๐ŸŽŠ. And can we talk about how great it is that the Jewish community is celebrating with their own festival? It's all about diversity and inclusivity, which is what Philly does best ๐ŸŒˆ๐ŸŽ‰.
 
oh man i'm so down for the chomp for chop event on thansgiving wknd ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿด i love food fest events and this one looks like a blast! and omg philly jewish film fest is happening too? ๐ŸŽฅ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ gotta check it out. and historic germantown one pass sounds like an awesome deal for history buffs ๐Ÿ‘‘๐Ÿ’ผ
 
Wow! ๐Ÿคฉ Looks like Philly is totally on fire with all these events happening around Veterans Day and before the holidays. I'm loving the idea of the Inquirer Food Fest, gotta try it out! ๐Ÿด And who doesn't love dogs, so the National Dog Show is always a fun event! ๐Ÿถ Interesting that there are so many different types of festivals and activities to choose from.
 
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