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[title]The Philadelphia Eagles picked up a win in Brazil last week, so September is already looking up. Even better: Warm-weather temperatures are sticking around a bit longer, a perfect excuse to walk the city’s streets and take in all it has to offer.
On the calendar is a pizza collaboration between a beloved Fishtown restaurant and a New York City chef, the launch of the fall theater season, flea markets and the annual outdoor fall festival in Chestnut Hill. Want to try a new hobby? How about hitting up a Philly restaurant for an empanada cooking class with an Argentine chef, practicing yoga among historical buildings, or scoring a clay-making tutorial? Pop-ups, special events and other surprises are all happening this weekend.
Below, the best things to do in Philly this weekend.
RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Philadelphia
Best Philly events this weekend, September 13–15
“Slow Fires” Pizza Takeover with Chef Justin Smillie at Wm. Mulherin’s Sons
Wm. Mulherin’s Sons
Fri, Sat at 5pm
Mobile wood-fired pizza pop-up SlowFires NYC comes to Wm. Mulherin’s Sons Garden for a two-night pizza takeover September 13 and 14 starting at 5pm. Specialty seasonal pies (think: green zebra tomatoes, mozzarella, labneh, roasted garlic and feta) cocktails, and Wm. Mulherin’s Sons full dinner menu will be available. First come, first served, or book via Resy.
Arden Theatre Presents: POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive
Arden Theatre
Fri, Sat at 7pm; Sun at 2pm
Arden Theatre Company launches its first production of the season with POTUS: Or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying To Keep Him Alive. This female-powered story is a hilarious homage to the women who keep things running and get the job done. Runs through Oct 6; tickets from $32.
Punk Rock Flea Market
23rd Street Armory
Fri 4–10pm; Sat, Sun 10am–5pm
Shop from dozens of badass vendors from September 13th through September 15th at the 23rd Street Armory in Philadelphia. There will be second-hand clothing, vinyl records, arts and crafts, and punk collectors’ items. Also, Art in the Age will be selling Graverobber Unholy Rye, Tamworth Distilling’s annual autumnal release. Tickets $10.
Yoga at Independence Second Bank of the United States
Second Bank of the U.S.
Sat 9–10am
Join the Independence Historical Trust on the lawn behind the Second Bank of the United States for Yoga at Independence! This free program is hosted by Monarch Yoga and open to the public. All levels and ages are welcome; wear comfortable clothes and bring your own mat and towel. Register online.
The Clay Studio Hands-on Clay and Community Market
The Clay Studio
Sat 1–4pm
Join The Clay Studio at their North American Street location for Hands-On Clay and Community Market to make handbuilt bowls and shop clay work from local artists and entrepreneurs. During this free session, you’ll learn the basics of working with clay and use actual leaves to add texture and intrigue to your creations.
Mexican Independence Day at Cantina La Martina
Cantina La Martina
Sat at 5pm
Expect traditional dishes, desserts and sides influenced by the Mexican Revolution, plus Cali Rumba spinning until 11pm, and a ceremonial ringing of the bell at 10:30pm. Tickets $45 via Resy.
Empanada Making Class at Jezabel’s
Jezabel’s University City
Sun at 11am
Learn how to master empanadas from Argentinean chef Jezabel Careaga at her University City shop. You’ll explore the flavors of northwest Argentina, where she grew up—from the dough and fillings to folding techniques and sauce pairings. Take home your creations and bonus sweet-treats. Tickets $125.
Chestnut Hill's Fall for the Arts Festival
Chestnut Hill
Sun 11am–5pm
The 40th annual Fall for the Arts Festival returns to Germantown Avenue with more than 200 artists and vendors from across the region. Expect lots of artistic creations for sale, live demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, culinary delights, and boutique shopping. Kids and pets are welcome.