Happy Snow Day! Bundle up and enjoy a number of indoor happenings slated for this evening.
(Photo by M. Fischetti for Visit Philadelphia)
Winter is trying to have the last laugh today. Philadelphia is currently getting hit by what could be the biggest snowfall of the winter, but much of the city is still open for business.
If you're heading outside today, safety is paramount. A snow emergency is in effect in the City of Philadelphia and city is recommending using public transit to get where you need to be.
Places like the Philadelphia Flower Show, which is open today and tonight through 9 p.m., is bringing spring-like sights to the city and the Disney-inspired displays are wowing attendees.
U-Bahn, Midtown Village's new underground bar and music venue, opens its doors tonight and promises live music, flowing local brews, local food and much more.
And don't forget about our roundup of the 12 new dishes to get you through the end of winter in Philly — the weather clearly isn't cooperating, but these new menu items will definitely take your mind off the snow and ice.
Be sure to follow the live Twitter feeds of #OpeninPHL and #ClosedinPHL for up-to-the-minute information regarding openings and closings.
Be safe and enjoy the snow.
Top 12 New Restaurant Dishes To Get You Through The End Of Winter
It’s cold and snowy outside, but luckily, there are plenty of warming dishes on the menu at some of Philadelphia’s great restaurants. Check out our guide to the top 12 new restaurant dishes to get you through the end of winter — and this snowy night. From a pork belly ramen and soul-nurturing pho to spicy chicken wings and melty pizza, there are a ton of plates on our list that are sure to warm you right up.
When: Thursday, March 5
Where: Varies
Cost: Varies
The Philadelphia Flower Show
Take a break from the snowy scenery outdoors and head inside of the Pennsylvania Convention Center for the Philadelphia Flower Show, which promises scenes of spring all around. The show will be remain until 9 p.m. tonight.
When: Thursday, March 5, until 9 p.m.
Where: Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street
Cost: Advance tickets (purchase online before February 28), $27/adults; $20/students; $15/children; Box office tickets, $32/adults; $22/students; $17/children; Free for children under 2
Girls Night Out at the Philadelphia Flower Show
From 5:30 to 8 p.m., the annual Girls Night Out party, presented by Philadelphia Style magazine, returns for a night of flowers, shopping, food drinks and more. Guests can enjoy shopping from a variety of vendors including South Moon Under, Mushmina and Stella and Dot. The party will call on the glitz and glamour of Old Hollywood as a theme think photo ops, a red carpet and the VIP treatment.
When: Thursday, March 5, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street
Cost: $50
Grand Opening of U-Bahn
U-Bahn, a new underground bar and music venue below Br Craft & Wurst is opening tonight at 4 p.m. The new haunt promises a Pennsylvania draft list, Philly street food-inspired sandwiches, house-made pickles, local cheese boards, arcade games, live music and more.
When: Thursday, March 5, 4 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: U-Bahn, 1320 Chestnut Street
Cost: Pay as you go
Head out to the Philadelphia Flower Show, a little snow doesn’t scare the floral displays at the show.
(Photo by M. Fischetti for Visit Philadelphia)
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Chestnut Hill Restaurant Week
Enjoy dinner out tonight as Chestnut Hill Restaurant Week continues to fill plates with discounted dinners at a number of the neighborhood’s top restaurants. Enjoy $35 prix-fixe dinners at eateries like Mica, Paris Bistro, Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant and Stella Sera Restaurant. Be sure to check with your desired restaurant to make sure they’re open on this snowy night.
When: Thursday, March 5
Where: Participating Restaurants
Cost: $35
Swan Lake at the Academy of Music
The Pennsylvania Ballet debuts Swan Lake tonight at the Academy of Music. Watch the classic ballet unfold on stage tonight at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at just $20.
When: Thursday, March 5, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad Street
Cost: $20-$99
Philadelphia Orchestra Presents Ax Plays Beethoven
The Philadelphia Orchestra treats audiences to live music in Verizon Hall at the Kimmel Center tonight as they perform Ax Plays Beethoven at 8 p.m. Use discount code SnowSpecial to score $10 tickets when purchasing online. Click here to purchase tickets.
When: Thursday, March 5, 8 p.m.
Where: Kimmel Center, Broad and Spruce streets
Cost: $10-$195
dineKOP
King of Prussia’s restaurant week continues tonight with meal deals at a number of eateries. Depending on the restaurant, dinner will cost $20, $30 or $40. Participating spots include Ruth's Chris Steak House, Ralph’s of South Philly and Seasons 52. Be sure to check with your desired restaurant to make sure they’re open on this snowy night.
When: Thursday, March 5
Where: Participating Restaurants
Cost: $20, $30 or $40
Jenkintown Restaurant Week
Make your way to Jenkintown for Jenkintown Restaurant Week, which promises dinner discounts at a variety of restaurants tonight. Participating restaurants include Drake Tavern, Flora, Forcella and La Pergola Restaurant. Prices and offerings vary by restaurant. Be sure to check with your desired restaurant to make sure they’re open on this snowy night.
When: Thursday, March 5
Where: Participating Restaurants
Cost: Pay as you go
Media Restaurant Week
It’s the final day of Media Restaurant Week, so enjoy dinner for a discount at any one of the nearly 20 restaurants participating in Media Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants include Diego's Cantina & Tequila Bar, Azie Restaurant, Picasso and Spasso Italian Grill. Dinner costs $30 per person. Be sure to check with your desired restaurant to make sure they’re open on this snowy night.
When: Thursday, March 5
Where: Participating Restaurants
Cost: Pay as you go
Soundscape: Curtis @ Kimmel: Curtis 20/21 Ensemble
Tonight, the Curtis Institute of Music teams up with the Kimmel Center for Soundscape: Curtis @ Kimmel: Curtis 20/21 Ensemble. Head to the SEI Innovation Studio for a performance of Stravinsky’s The Soldier’s Tale. Tickets are $10 each and include one cocktail.
When: Thursday, March 5, 8 p.m.
Where: Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Broad and Spruce Streets
Cost: $10