Things to do in Philadelphia this weekend – Eagles vs. Browns, OURFest, Stevie Wonder, fall festivals
Another fall weekend has entered the chat, but this one is feeling a little bit more like summer with the sunny weather and warm temperatures, plus all of the festivities around the Philadelphia area.
In this weekend guide, we're highlighting the Eagles vs. Browns game as the team looks for a strong comeback after the bye week. Plus, the vibrant weekend-long OURFest 2024, several show-stopping concerts, like Stevie Wonder, Bryson Tiller and Brad Paisley, and classic comedy shows in Philadelphia and New Jersey.
Read about all those events below as we break down what's coming up in the Philadelphia area this weekend.
Eagles vs. Browns at Lincoln Financial Field
One of the perks of being a Philly sports fan is that when one team lets you down, there's always another ready to do the same. Brace yourself for another emotional rollercoaster as the Eagles take the field, once again, on Sunday. After a week off, the Birds are back in South Philly, ready to face the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles, looking to keep pace with their division rivals, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders, will be putting their best foot forward. Star players A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Lane Johnson are suiting up again after recovering from recent injuries. Don't miss the action as the Eagles look to come out of the bye week strong.
Tickets for the 1 p.m. game on Sunday start at $185.
OURfest: National Coming Out Parade and Festival
The second annual OURfest: National Coming Out Parade and Festival celebrates LGBTQIA+ pride, resilience, and unity this weekend on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13.
From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, OURfest kicks off the National Coming Out Parade which features a colorful display of curated floats, community organizations, and live performances, according to the event website.
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There is a march from 5th and Market to Broad and Locust in Center City.
From noon to 7 p.m., Sunday, the National Coming Out Festival & Resource Fair shines bright like a diamond in the Gayborhood as one of the largest outdoor festivals of the year, according to the website.
The event includes a resource fair, family-friendly programming, food trucks, beer gardens, and multiple performance stages featuring local artists, entertainers, and community speakers.
Stevie Wonder at Wells Fargo Center
The great Stevie Wonder is performing "Songs In the Key of Life" on Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center. Tickets to see the iconic singer-songwriter start at $54.50.
The "Ribbon In The Sky" singer is currently on his Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart tour. As part of this special 10-show tour, Wonder is offering complimentary tickets to community members.
Known for timeless hits like "Superstition," the 25-time Grammy award-winner is playing on select dates at the height of the election season, with performances that call for "joy over anger, kindness over recrimination, and peace over war."
Don't miss this chance to experience one of music's greatest icons.
Bryson Tiller at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
Bryson Tiller, aka, Pen Griffey is back in the Philadelphia area at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City this Saturday at 8 p.m.
The "T R A P S O U L" artist is bringing special guests Eem Triplin, from Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and Breez Kennedy.
For standing-room-only tickets from Ticketmaster, start at $100. Tiller was recently at the Highmark Skyline Stage at the Mann in June for "The Bryson Tiller Tour."
Brad Paisley at Ocean Casino Resort
It's time to get your cowboy boots on because country legend Brad Paisley is coming to Atlantic City on Saturday for a night you won't forget. Paisley is bringing his Son of the Mountains World Tour to Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Resort with a start time of 8 p.m.
Why stay in when you could be "Crushin' It" with this southern sensation down in the Garden State? Tickets to see the Son of the Mountains World Tour start at $59. Oh and don't forget your cowboy hats, boys and girls.
Doechii at Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia
Coming off the highly reviewed mixtape "Alligator Bites Never Heal," Top Dawg Entertainment's first female rapper Doechii will be at the Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia in Fishtown on Monday at 8 p.m.
The self-proclaimed Swamp Princess repping Tampa, Florida, reached popularity when her single "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake" from the "Oh the Places You'll Go" mixtape went viral.
The Alligator Bites Never Heal Tour starts in the City of Brotherly Love and ends in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 14.
Most of the shows, including the show in Philadelphia, are sold out but no need for crocodile tears or shall we say alligator tears, resale tickets on Ticketmaster are going for around $149.06, and tickets on StubHub are going for around $117. Prices are subject to change.
Whitney Cummings at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Catch one of the sharpest stand-up comedians in the game, Whitney Cummings, as she takes center stage at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. The co-creator of "2 Broke Girls" is known for her unapologetic comedy—definitely not for the weak. As part of her Big Baby tour, inspired by her journey into motherhood, Cummings offers fresh, hilarious takes on parenting and life. The show kicks off on Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets start at just $56.45.
We Ain't Done Wild 'N Yet at Helium Comedy Club
For a one-night special event, The hit show, Wild 'N Out, comes to Philly's Helium Comedy Club.
Headlined by '90s Nickelodeon star Jay Lewis aka, Lil JJ, the "We Ain't Done Wild 'N Yet" comedy tour is set to bring all the witty comebacks and outrageous uncensored jokes. The "Just Jordan" and "All That" star will hit the stage with recurring Wild 'N Out cast member Mope Williams.
General admission tickets for the Sunday night show start at $27 and reserved seating at $42. Showtime is at 8:15 p.m.
Northern Liberties Fall Fest
Celebrate the fall Northern Liberties style at the neighborhood's fall festival on Sunday. From 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., festivalgoers can enjoy fun takes on classic fall events like a straw maze, football tug-o-war challenge, pumpkin decorating, seasonal treats and brews, Ortlieb's Hot Dog Oasis, a family fun zone, an Eagles game watch party at North 3rd, a marketplace for local vendors and artisans and a preview of Northern Liberties 2024 Bloody Mary Challenge.
The festival will feature two stages highlighting live music, performances and events like a kids Halloween costume parade, Living Arts dance performance, Artsi Philly Comedy Club and Halloween costume yoga.
The Northern Liberties Fall Fest will be on 3rd Street, from Brown to Wildey streets and Liberty Lands Park. By the end of the day, you'll surely have fallen in love with this section of Philly.
Pumpkin Fest & Tri-State Sunflower Festival at Dalton Farms
As we delve deeper into pumpkin spice season, the temperatures are getting cooler, the air is getting crisper and best yet, the autumnal festivities have started.
There's no better place to enjoy a fall festivity than by visiting Dalton Farms in Swedesboro, New Jersey. The South Jersey staple is a month into its Tri-State Sunflower Festival and just kicked off its Pumpkin Fest where fall lovers can frolic among the blooming sunflower fields and pick the perfect pumpkin.
Festivalgoers can also pick their own zinnias and sunflowers while joining in on family fun attractions like the brand new corn maze, giant slide, trike track and low ropes course. The festival will provide plenty of fall photo ops so guests can capture that perfect selfie for Instagram or hard launch their relationship with an autumnal couples post.
Complete your fall bucket list in one fell swoop at Dalton Farms this season. Tickets can be purchased online.
Hersheypark Halloween activities
There's no better place to spend Trick or Treat season than in the sweetest place on Earth. From chilling jump scares to fun with nocturnal animals, Hersheypark is getting into more than just the Halloween spirit.
This Halloween season, Hersheypark transforms into an immersive haunt experience starting at 6 p.m., featuring classic creatures lurking in the shadows offering spine-tingling jump scares. With three zones and five haunted houses including, the Haunted Coal Mine, Twisted Carnevil, and the brand-new Estate of Evil — guests are sure to be on edge.
Dark Nights is included with park admission, and you can check out the hours on their website.
Creatures Of The Night at ZooAmerica
Grab your flashlights for an up-close look at some of the park's nocturnal animals. Set to be a fun family adventure at ZooAmerica with "Creatures of the Night," guests can explore the nocturnal habits of animals as they come alive at night. This unique event offers an educational experience mixed with Halloween fun perfect for all ages.
Hersheypark Halloween Tasting Pass
This one is for the foodies – Hersheypark offers a special Halloween Tasting Pass for $36.95. With this, you can treat yourself to deliciously spooky dishes like the KILLbasa Bowl and Terror Tots, available throughout the park. Check out the full menu on their website.
Overall Hersheypark has more family fun throughout the Halloween season like their Trick or Treat Trail for children 12 and under. You can check it all out on the park's website.