10 Must-Dos in Philly This Weekend and Next

10 Must-Dos in Philly This Weekend and Next

Check Out Gophila.com For Events June 8-17, 2007

PHILADELPHIA, June 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Visitors and residents looking for fun in Philadelphia each weekend need look no further than gophila.com. The region's official tourism Web site will provide the lowdown on all of the weekend must-dos throughout the summer. For those looking to spend their weekend close to the action, the Philly Overnight(R) Hotel Package includes two-night accommodations, parking, a Philly's More Fun teddy bear and a coupon book with special offers at 60 area attractions, restaurants and shops. Here's a look at what's going on from June 8-17, 2007:

Through June 17, 2007:
1. DanceBOOM!
The Wilma Theater's annual dance festival features two weeks of
performances by local and national artists and companies.
(215) 546-STAGE, http://www.wilmatheater.org/

June 8, 2007:
2. Friday Night Gospel Celebration
Traditional and contemporary gospel music come together during this
weekly series that is sure to lift spirits as inspirational songs fill
the warm night air at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing. The event
features a pre-show music mix by DJ Praze of RuggedCross3.com.
(215) 922-2FUN, http://www.pennslandingcorp.com/

June 8-10, 2007:
3. LGBT Pride Parade and Festival
Philadelphia's pride weekend features an array of events for the gay,
lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. Events include a festival
at Penn's Landing and a parade from 13th and Locust Streets to Penn's
Landing. (215) 875-9288, http://www.gophila.com/gay

June 9, 2007:
4. White Dog Cafe Bike Tour
White Dog Cafe and the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program host an exciting
morning of food, biking and art. The excursion takes participants on a
road trip through University City and West Philadelphia to soak in some
of the colorful murals that decorate thousands of city walls.
(215) 386-9224, http://www.muralarts.org/

June 9-10, 2007:
5. Bucks County Covered Bridges Festival
Thousands of visitors will celebrate six of Bucks County's 11 historic
covered bridges at Tinicum Park. Weekend festivities include walking
and bus tours, arts and crafts vendors, musical performances, balloon
rides, food vendors and more. (215) 822-0552,

http://www.buckscountycoveredbridgesfestival.org/

June 10, 2007:
6. Commerce Bank Triple Crown of Cycling - Philadelphia International
Championship
While all legs of this 156-mile street race draw cheering crowds, it's
the "Manayunk Wall" section that causes neighborhood residents to throw
parties in honor of the spectacle. (610) 676-0390,

http://www.procyclingtour.com/

7. June 14-17, 2007:
2007 Bucks County Jazz Festival
Now in its second year, this music festival features three days of
performances at four different venues. This year's headliners are
Cassandra Wilson, The Yellowjackets and Gene Terramani. (215) 345-7683,

http://www.bucksjazzfest.com/

June 15, 2007:
8. Jazz at the Mann Music Center
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts jazzes things up with legendary
trumpet master Wynton Marsalis and Ghanaian drum master Yacub Addy with
his ensemble Odadaa. They group's composition combines lush rhythms,
rich vocals and a wonderfully casual virtuosity. (215) 893-1999,

http://www.manncenter.org/

June 15-17, 2007:
9. Philadelphia Phillies Host the Detroit Tigers
The Philadelphia Phillies host the Detroit Tigers for a weekend stand
at Citizens Bank Park. No matter the game start time, fans should
arrive early to take a stroll through Ashburn Alley, an outdoor
entertainment area featuring the All-Star Walk, Citizens Bank Games of
Baseball, Memory Lane, Rooftop Bleacher Seats, the Wall of Fame, the
Alley Store and more. (215) 463-1000, http://www.phillies.com/

June 16, 2007:
10. First Annual Please Touch Museum Car Show
To coincide with Father's Day weekend, the Please Touch Museum invites
visitors to view the collection of classic kids' vehicles on the
gallery floor. (215) 963-0067, http://www.pleasetouchmuseum.org/

The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) makes Philadelphia and The Countryside(TM) a premier destination through marketing and image building that increases business and promotes the region's vitality. For more information about travel to Philadelphia, visit http://www.gophila.com/ or call the Independence Visitor Center, located in Independence National Historical Park, at (800) 537-7676.

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Source: The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation

CONTACT: Anthony Malerba of The Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing
Corporation, +1-215-599-2291, anthony@gptmc.com

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http://www.gophila.com/

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