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5 Things to Look Forward to in Philly this Spring

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at SJU chapter.

Brighter and longer days, vibrant flower blossoms, and happier people; spring has officially sprung in the city of Philadelphia. From art exhibits and group hikes to booze and foodie festivals, there is something to satisfy all of your needs this season. Here is a list of upcoming events in our area that are sure to cure any case of spring fever!

 

Spring StrEAT Food Festival 2016

Sunday, April 10

11am-5pm

Main Street Manayunk

Enjoy some of Philadelphia’s best food trucks and farms stands as you stroll along historic Main Street in Manayunk. For more information, click here

Go take a hike!

Saturday, April 16

10am-1pm

Wissahickon Park 

The Fairmount Park Conservancy is hosting a guided hike by Brad Maule to explore some of the park’s most beloved trails. For more information, click here.

Wxpn Welcomes Dr. Dog

Saturday, April 16

8pm

The Fillmore Philadelphia 

Philadelphia’s own, Dr. Dog, will be returning to the city of brotherly love for a show at the Fillmore in Fishtown. For more information, click here

18th Annual Manayunk BBQ, Bourbon & Blues Craft Beer Festival

Saturday, April 23

1pm-5pm

Manayunk Brewery and Restaurant

Beer lover’s paradise! Over 70 different craft beers will be available, while you dine on decedent BBQ and sample various bourbons with live blues all day. For more information, click here. 

International Pop Exhibition

On view until May 15th

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Focusing on work from 1956 to 1972, this whimsical exhibition chronicles the rise of Pop art across the globe. The PMA is the exhibitions only East Coast venue, so be sure to check it out while it is still on view. For more information, click here

April is definitely going to be a good month in Philadelphia.

 

HCXO

Lizzy