{"id":4250,"date":"2018-04-27T10:00:26","date_gmt":"2018-04-27T14:00:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/?p=4250"},"modified":"2020-02-11T11:46:55","modified_gmt":"2020-02-11T16:46:55","slug":"splendid-may-events-in-the-philadelphia-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/2018\/04\/27\/splendid-may-events-in-the-philadelphia-area\/","title":{"rendered":"Splendid May Events in the Philadelphia Area"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4251 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/mg-6947.2e16d0ba.fill-735x490.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"735\" height=\"490\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/mg-6947.2e16d0ba.fill-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/mg-6947.2e16d0ba.fill-735x490-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/juddbuildersblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/mg-6947.2e16d0ba.fill-735x490-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Get ready to set aside time and make plans with your friends and family all month long with these fun, upcoming events! From the beautiful Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square to the exciting South Street Spring Festival and Maifest, there is bound to be something that you and your family will enjoy! Check out these exciting events going on this May in the Philadelphia area!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 1<sup>st<\/sup> \u2013 June 30<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nReturning for a third year at Franklin Square, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitphilly.com\/things-to-do\/events\/philadelphia-chinese-lantern-festival-at-franklin-square\/\" target=\"_blank\">Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival<\/a> will light up Franklin Square with grand artistic creations. These 28 whimsical displays will come alive with 15,000 LED lights and feature the popular Chinese dragon and panda constructions from previous years with other brand new creations as well.<\/p>\n<p><strong>South Street Spring Festival and Maifest<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 12<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nThere is so much to do at the amazing South Street Spring Festival and Maifest! From concerts and eating contests to kids zones and 100-plus vendors to explore, you won&#8217;t be bored at this event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Broad Street Run<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 5<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nPut on your running shoes and get ready for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.broadstreetrun.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Broad Street Run<\/a>. This event is gaining popularity every year, rightfully so! Participants will run along a flat 10-mile stretch of Philly&#8217;s main streets, while spectators can watch on the sidewalks to cheer on the runners. This is the perfect event for anyone looking to get out and get active!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sail Philadelphia<br \/>\n<\/strong>Thursday May 24<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 28<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nCelebrate Memorial Day weekend along the historic Delaware River Waterfront with Sail Philadelphia. This four-day festival will feature 12 Tall Ships that will be docked on the Waterfront. There will be public tours, day sails, and loads of riverside fun!<\/p>\n<p><strong>S<\/strong><strong>pruce Street Harbor Park<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 11<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nKnown as one of the best warm-weather spots in Philly, Spruce Street Harbor Park is opening back up for it&#8217;s fifth season! Lounge in the colorful hammocks, feast on delicious food and drink, or play fun outdoor games. No matter what, you&#8217;ll find that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.delawareriverwaterfront.com\/places\/spruce-street-harbor-park\" target=\"_blank\">Spruce Street Harbor Park<\/a> has a lot to offer to its visitors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 11<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.delawareriverwaterfront.com\/places\/blue-cross-riverrink-summerfest\" target=\"_blank\">Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest<\/a> is back and ready to kick off the season right! Enjoy boardwalk-style games and rides while admiring the waterfront view. Or grab some food and drinks and throw on some rollerblades and skate on the outdoor roller rink!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 19<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nWitness the Rittenhouse neighborhood transform for the ever-popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rittenhouserow.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival<\/a>. This come-one, come-all street fest invites residents and visitors to enjoy a day full of music, shopping, entertainment, and food. Make plans with your friends, family, and neighbors, because this event is a must-do!<\/p>\n<p><strong>The South 9<sup>th<\/sup> Street Italian Market Festival<br \/>\n<\/strong>May 19<sup>th<\/sup> \u2013 20<sup>th<\/sup><br \/>\nEnjoy live entertainment, activities, and a bounty of different Italian foods at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.italianmarketfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The South 9<sup>th<\/sup> Street Italian Market Festival<\/a>. From homemade sausages to fresh pasta and cannolis, this popular event is always entertaining. Don&#8217;t forget to stick around for two must-see events: the Procession of Saints and the greased pole-climbing contest.<\/p>\n<p>Don&#8217;t miss out on any of the fun this May and make sure you enjoy the events that Philadelphia has to offer! Or, if you&#8217;re looking for a beautiful home in South Philadelphia\/Packer Park, look no further than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/PA\/philadelphia\/siena-place.php\">Siena Place<\/a>! This beautiful townhome community is perfect for families! If you&#8217;re interested or have any questions, feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.juddbuilders.com\/contact.php\">contact us<\/a>! We&#8217;d love to hear from you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get ready to set aside time and make plans with your friends and family all month long with these fun, upcoming events! 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