Batman Screening and Superhero Party!When: 8/1, 9pm
Where: Drexel Park
Cost: FREE
Why: AwesomeFest’s summer ‘80s movie festival returns to Drexel Park on the first with a screening of Batman. The classic ’89 film was directed by Tim Burton and stars the likes of Jack Nicholson, Michael Keaton, and Kim Basinger. Best of all, the screening doubles as a giant superhero party! So pack your picnic basket and don your cape to head out to Drexel Park for a super night of super fun.
Jazz Summer Nights and Friday Night Lights
When: Fridays in August starting 8/2, 7:30pm
Where: Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Cost: FREE
Why: Fireworks, live jazz, and good friends make the perfect Friday night combo. Start your weekend off right at Penn’s Landing, at the weekly free jazz concert and fireworks show. Artists change weekly, so be sure to check out each week’s line up. Enjoy the fireworks at the pier to end your summer with a BANG!Panic! at the Disco with Alt-J and Walk Off the Earth
When: 8/3
Where: Piazza @ Schmidt’s
Cost: FREE
Why: Panic…’s updated sound is clear in their 2011 rock-out hits “Ready to Go” and “Let’s Kill Tonight”; their songs are the perfect blend of dancability and rockability. Additionally, Brit newcomers Alt-J have officially burst onto the US indie scene, and we can tell they’re here to stay. Lastly, Walk Off the Earth’s phenomenal a capella covers of pop classics will close the show and have you begging for more.Quizzo at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Pop-Up Garden
When: 8/6, 6-8pm
Where: 313 S. Broad Street
Cost: FREE
Why: Two of Philly’s favorite things: quizzo and pop-up gardens! Show up for a little friendly competition under the stars. The Avenue of the Arts location is a beautiful change of pace from our West Philly faves—don’t worry, there will be tons of Blarney late night opportunities once the school year rolls ‘round. Finish up your summer with a twist on a Philly summer staple!Summer Vacation Wednesdays
When: Wednesdays from now-August 27, 5-7pm
Where: Twenty Manning Grill, 261 S. 20th Street
Cost: Pay as you go
Why: Each week, Twenty Manning Grill will take you on mini vacations around the world to get you through your week with their $25 tasting menu. Upset you weren’t that Penn jetsetter this summer, and instead, worked your butt off at your Philly internship? Treat yourself by taking a (much, much cheaper) trip to Twenty Manning Grill where you’ll travel to Germany, Hawaii, Thailand, and Italy in the coming weeks.Paint Nite
When: Now-August 27th
Where: Bars throughout Philly
Cost: $25 (use code uwishunu20 at checkout)
Why: A fun night at the bar with friends…and an art lesson? Head out to local Philly hot spots for some drinks, and take home your own masterpiece! Local artists will give you step-by-step instructions while you hang out and sip on your cocktail of choice. Check out www.paintnite.com for more info!
