In Philadelphia, St. Patrick’s Day is so much more than just one day, it’s a migration pattern.

For roughly 72 hours every March, thousands of people in green outfits travel neighborhood to neighborhood in coordinated insanity. Some wake up early, while others never sleep. But the biggest mistake you can make on St. Patrick’s weekend in Philly is thinking all bar crawls are the same.

We’ve officially partnered with Smooth Event Group and we’re bringing something big to this year’s St. Patrick’s Day season. Anyone who buys an Erin Express® ticket can now unlock 50% OFF tickets to Paddy’s Playground! This discount is specifically for Paddy’s Playground and is available to Erin Express ticket holders who want to level up their St. Patrick’s Day plans.

In Philadelphia, Valentine’s weekend rarely stays quiet. Between Galentine’s takeovers, queer dance nights, and soundtrack level singalongs, the city turns February into something less romantic comedy and more dance montage. If you’d rather move than make small talk, start here.

Philadelphia may be far from the Louisiana, but that didn’t stop Craftsman Row Saloon from bringing full New Orleans energy to the city with its green, yellow, and purple clad Mardi Gras Pop-Up.

If you’ve spent any time scrolling nightlife flyers, group chats, or queer event calendars lately, you’ve probably noticed one phrase popping up everywhere: Heated Rivalry. What started as a single themed night has quickly turned into an entire moment across Philadelphia, with dance parties, club nights, quizzo, and performance-driven tributes all tapping in.

Dry January doesn’t have to mean opting out. Sometimes, it just means opting in differently.

For the first time ever, the city is hosting a Dry January Bar Crawl on Saturday, January 17th and Sunday, January 18th, turning an otherwise sleepy winter weekend into a choose-your-own, sober-ish adventure across some of the city’s best bars, breweries, and restaurants.

Last-minute New Year’s Eve Philadelphia plans? These NYE Philly parties still have tickets, featuring open bars, DJs, and South Street celebrations.

Philadelphia comes alive for St. Patrick’s Day, and on March 14th, 2026, all roads lead to the Erin Express St. Patrick’s Day Philly Bar Crawl. As the list of bars expands year after year, Erin Express remains the go-to celebration for thousands of partygoers looking for the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day experience.

While you’re looking for an easy holiday event to add to your December lineup, East Market’s Carols & Cocktails Holiday Series is a solid pick. It’s festive, but in a way that feels joyful, not overwhelming, and it’s the perfect December activity to spend with friends or flying solo.

Philadelphia’s favorite wine bar with dive bar swagger has a new zip code. After a 2022 fire shuttered the original spot, Wine Dive is finally reopening in Rittenhouse at 1534 Sansom Street, with a fresh room, a retail bottle shop, and a calendar already stacked with classes and guest pours.

Philadelphia doesn’t just do Halloween, it decorates every corner and mixes it with smoke, neon, and a healthy line outside the door. Here’s a smart, walkable way to turn the city’s most photogenic pop-ups and bars into a crawl that feels festive instead of frantic.

Clear your Thursday night plans! The Eagles launch their 2025 NFL season tomorrow at 8:20 p.m. at Lincoln Financial Field, facing the Dallas Cowboys in a rivalry that never disappoints.

No tickets to the Linc is never a problem here in the beautiful city of Philadelphia, as every bar with television access will be streaming the game. However, all bars are not created equal when it comes to a great viewing experience. Here’s how to make the most of Game Day.

The Oval at Eakins Oval is winding down its summer run, closing on September 14 after nearly three months of transforming eight acres in front of the Art Museum into the city’s most colorful pop-up playground.

Since the middle of June, The Oval has been a hub of live performances, movie nights, mini golf, and easy summer lounging. Now, with only a few weeks left, Philadelphians are squeezing in one last visit before the gates close until next year.

This Saturday, August 23, swap your usual beer spot for something a little out of the ordinary. The Fonthill Castle Beer Fest, hosted on the stunning grounds of Doylestown’s very own Fonthill Castle. This is one fundraiser‑meets‑festival you just need to attend.

This Friday night, sneak a peek at what life at sea during Prohibition felt like! Philadelphia’s waterfront is inviting you to step straight into the Roaring Twenties aboard the historic Cruiser Olympia.

Ozzy Night is roaring into MilkBoy tomorrow, a tribute to the Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne. If you’ve ever lost yourself in “Crazy Train” or felt the adrenaline of Black Sabbath’s heavy riffs, this night is for you. Expect nothing less than a sonic journey through the legends of metal.

Block party of the summer? Yeah, that’s happening tomorrow.

Northern Liberties is shutting it all down, from Spring Garden to Girard, and turning it into one giant day-long celebration. If you’ve never hit up the 2nd Street Festival, prepare yourself for a daul filled with live music, cold drinks, street eats, and shopping.

After the sun goes down and the temps stay high, it’s time to head straight to the many Philadelphia patios scattered about the city. These late-night patios are where the real summer magic happens, whether you’re looking for low-key date night energy or somewhere to cool off with a group of friends and a frozen drink in hand.

Bastille Day (July 14) may be a French holiday, but here in Philadelphia, we’ll take any excuse to pop champagne, snack on cheese, and dance like we’re in a Parisian discotheque. Should you be a Francophile or just in it for the cocktails, here's where to celebrate Bastille Day in Philadelphia this Monday: