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Guide to Presidents Day Weekend in Greater Philadelphia 2022Nearly two dozen ways to spend the long weekend in Philly, February 19-21, 2022...National Constitution Center Photo courtesy the National Constitution CenterNote: Greater Philadelphia is open for business and welcoming visitors. Safety guidelines regarding COVID-19 continue to evolve. While proof of vaccination and mask-wearing are no longer required in Philadelphia, individual businesses in Philadelphia and the Countryside may require them, and the City of Philadelphia strongly recommends mask-wearing in indoor public spaces. Advance tickets or reservations remain recommended or necessary at many spots. Your best bet: Check online or call ahead. Does it feel like it’s been four score and seven days since your last vacation? Presidents Day weekend (February 19-21, 2022) offers the perfect opportunity to shake off that vacation rust and enjoy a nice, long getaway. And we cannot tell a lie — there’s no better place to fete the occasion than Philadelphia, the city where our Founding Fathers and many of our presidents pondered the future of our nation. To celebrate the holiday (which officially falls on Monday, February 21, 2022), a handful of the region’s historical institutions and museums host events and programming (both in-person and virtual) to teach guests about the role of the president and honor those who held the office. In addition to Presidents Day-specific programming, there are a ton of other great things happening in Greater Philadelphia over the long weekend. Visitors can partake in Black History Month celebrations throughout the city, experience the opening of Harry Potter: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute, wander through the beautiful Winter Wonder display at Longwood Gardens and step back in time to ancient China with the Shen Yun dance company at Merriam Theater. A Monday holiday means an extra day to enjoy the weekend, so why not stay overnight? Extend the fun by booking the Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package, which includes buy-one-get-one-free tickets to 33 Philly museums and attractions, hotel parking (up to $100) and a comfy bed you don’t have to make. Keep health and safety top of mind during the long weekend. Patrons are required to show proof of vaccination at any Philadelphia County restaurant, bar or venue that serves food or drink, while guidelines vary in the surrounding region. Advance tickets and reservations are also highly recommended, and events can be postponed or canceled at any time. Your best bet: Call ahead or check online to get the latest info. Find more info here. Read on for all of the events, activities and places to check out in Philadelphia during Presidents Day weekend 2022.
Presidents Day at Museums & Attractions — Photo courtesy Museum of the American Revolution February 19-21, 2022 The Museum of the American Revolution celebrates Presidents Day with a full slate of virtual and in-person programming. Interactive exhibits, talks and tours center on the life and legacy of George Washington, our nation’s first president, and the diverse people who made his rise to the presidency possible. readmore February 19-21, 2022 The National Constitution Center explores the history of the executive branch with a long weekend of presidential programming. Highlights include a presidential portrait challenge, a kids’ presidential costume contest, photo ops with historic reenactors and special programming honoring Black History Month. Bonus: Museum admission is free on Monday. read more Valley Forge National Historical Park’s annual Presidents Day celebration is going virtual for 2022. Those celebrating at home can submit a birthday card to George Washington, bake an 18th-century birthday cake and learn about the various historic sites that played crucial roles in the life of our nation’s first president. read more 04 Explore Presidential Sites in Philadelphia— Photo by G. Widman for Visit Philadelphia There are many important presidential sites in Philadelphia’s Historic District. Did you know Philadelphia served as the nation’s capital from 1790 to 1800 — and was home to two U.S. presidents? See where Presidents George Washington and John Adams lived for parts of their presidencies by visiting The President’s House, which was also home to at least nine enslaved people during Washington’s term. Nearby Independence Hall later served as the setting for important speeches by Presidents Gerald R. Ford, Ronald Regan and John F. Kennedy. The National Constitution Center has been a favorite visiting spot for modern presidents and was the setting for a presidential debate and an important address on race by President Barack Obama in 2008. More Things to Do in Greater Philadelphia— Photo by J. Fusco for Historic Philadelphia, Inc. Through Sunday, February 27, 2002 During Winter in Franklin Square, presented by Citizens, the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO makes this historic square twinkle, with free shows featuring more than 150,000 lights dazzling viewers through the end of February 2022. Catch the show every 30 minutes from 5 to 9 p.m., with additional performances until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Plus, Philly Mini-Golf goes googly-eyed with “love”-themed decorations and music this month. read more Through Monday, February 28, 2022 Black history and culture are a vital part of Greater Philadelphia’s past, present and future. Black History Month celebrations taking part over Presidents Day Weekend include:
read more — Photo courtesy Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest Through Sunday, March 6, 2022 Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest — one of Philly’s favorite winter traditions — has once again brought the seasonal spirit to the Delaware River waterfront. The winter wonderland offers guests a chance to go skating at the city’s largest outdoor ice rink, cozy up at one of the warming cabins and fire-pit stations (plus, s’mores kits!), and gaze at the twinkling lights and holiday tree — all while overlooking the Delaware River. Also on site: a 60-foot-tall Ferris wheel, carnival games and new-this-year food offerings from Black Iron BBQ. read more — Photo courtesy Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition Through Friday, March 18, 2022 Can’t make it to Italy this winter? Non c’è problema. This global exhibit — similar to the ongoing Van Gogh Experience at The Tower Theater — recreates the ceilings of the Sistine Chapel, bringing them to audiences in cities around the world. Special technology allows visitors to see and interact with the 34 frescoes up close, while on-site signage and optional audio tours provide insights about this world treasure. Plus: Unlike at the Vatican, photos are allowed. Visitors can enter the exhibit on Market Street at the corner of 9th Street. read more Through Sunday, March 20, 2022 Almost each weekend of this birthday celebration brings yet another reason to celebrate. This long holiday weekend marks the start of the attraction’s Mardi Gras celebration, complete with a new parade. Kids can also ride the Sunny Day Carousel, groove during the Furry Friends Dance Party, and take in a live show or parade. New this year is the Winter Family Zone, featuring fire pits, s’mores and yard games. read more — Photo by H. Davis for Longwood Gardens Through Sunday, March 27, 2022 The horticultural minds at Longwood Gardens prove winter is more than stark, bare trees with their annual Winter Wonder exhibit. In the Conservatory, Streptocarpus, Saintpaulia and Clerodendrum schmidtii fill up the space in purple and white while hundreds of orchids bloom magnificently. Outdoors, the gardens’ 400 acres pop with yellow and orange witch hazel, while winter grasses provide texture to the landscape. read more 11 Celebration of Harriet Tubman
— Photo by Visit Philadelphia Through Thursday, March 31, 2022 2022 marks the 200th anniversary of Harriet Tubman’s birth, and Philadelphia — the city where the famed abolitionist and Underground Railroad conductor found her freedom — is celebrating her exceptional life. The months-long celebration of Tubman includes the temporary installation of an evocative, nine-foot sculpture, entitled Harriet Tubman – The Journey to Freedom, on the north apron of Philadelphia’s City Hall, as well as more than 30 in-person and virtual events. — Photo courtesy Center City District Through Sunday, April 3, 2022 (Dates vary by event) Pop ups abound in Center City’s Dilworth Park all winter long. Folks can:
read more Through Sunday, April 3, 2022 This exhibition focuses on late pop star David Bowie as a social disruptor through work inspired by his music, art and fashion. All creations shown will be for sale, benefiting the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. read more — "The Cathedral," modeled 1908 by Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917); cast 1925 by the founder Alexis Rudier (French, 1874–1952). Bronze, 24 1/2 x 10 3/4 x 11 3/4 inches (62.2 x 27.3 x 29.8 cm). Bequest of Jules E. Mastbaum, 1929. Image courtesy Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2021. Through December 2023 The face gets all the glory in art, but Auguste Rodin was a master in expressive hands — full of tension and drama. This exhibition features 15 bronzes and plasters of hands, including The Cathedral, a 1908 sculpture depicting two larger-than-life-sized hands whose fingertips are about to touch. read more — Photo by T. Charles Erickson for the Academy of Music February 9-20, 2022 Take the mythical tales of Orpheus and Eurydice and King Hades and his wife Persephone and set it to folk music and you’ve got this Tony Award-winning production. read more — Photo courtesy the Philly POPS February 18-20, 2022 Get your groove on during this special concert series from the Philly POPS. Guest conductor Byron Stripling leads the group and celebrity vocalists through a string of classic Motown hits from artists like Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and The Four Tops. read more — Image courtesy Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment February 18 – September 2022 The most comprehensive touring exhibition about the Wizarding World makes its world premiere this winter at Philadelphia’s iconic science museum. The immersive experience reveals the artistry and craftsmanship behind the props, costumes and environments from the blockbuster films of the Harry Potter series, as well as Fantastic Beasts. Note that tickets are in limited supply for opening weekend; however, the exhibit store will be open to all museum visitors. read more Saturday, February 19, 2022 | Noon-4 p.m. Black heroes are central to the comic book world — and our own. This family-friendly event celebrates Black heroes in comic book pages and beyond through a series of interactive presentations and activities. Kids can decorate their own superhero capes and masks, or strike a pose in a comic book-style photo booth, all while learning about real-life Black heroes past and present. read more Saturday, February 19, 2022 | 5-8 p.m. Learn how to make delicious dumplings and Chinese rice balls in this hands-on workshop. Bonus: Participants get to sample a few Chinese dim sum recipes before the lesson begins. read more February 19-27, 2022 The Shen Yun dance company delivers an on-stage journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture in this show that combines orchestral music, dancing and high-tech visuals to bring ancient culture and traditions back to life. read more Sunday, February 20, 2022 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. This winter-themed event features chats with zookeepers, carousel rides and a slide — made completely out of ice. Warm up with fireside s’mores and discounted adult beverages for visitors 21-plus. read more — Cara Romero (Chemehuevi, b. 1977). Water Memory, 2015. Digital photograph, 48 × 48 in. (121.9 × 121.9 cm). The Museum of Indian Arts and Culture, Laboratory of Anthropology, Santa Fe, NM, 59484/12. © Cara Romero February 20 - May 15, 2022 Navajo and pueblo pottery, textiles, and jewelry are on display at the Barnes Foundation’s latest exhibit Water, Wind, Breath: Southwest Native Art in Community. The show comprises nearly 100 works, some collected by Dr. Albert Barnes in Santa Fe and Tao, New Mexico in the 1930s. Also on view: works by contemporary Native American artists that bridge historic works and modern practices. read more Monday, February 21, 2022 | 3 p.m. The Carolina Hurricanes storm into Philadelphia to take on the Flyers in an afternoon tilt at the Wells Fargo Center. The game is the first Flyers Pride Night of 2022. Fans can purchase a special Yuengling Night Out package that comes with a ticket, a Pride T-shirt and a free beer. Score! read more Close Collapse Map Presidents Day at Museums & AttractionsMore Things to Do in Greater PhiladelphiaVisit Philly Overnight Hotel Package The Perfect Hotel Package for an Easy Philly EscapeThe Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package — booked more than 175,000 times since 2001 — includes buy-one-get-one-free attraction tickets purchased at the Independence Visitor Center to more than 30 of Philly’s iconic museums and attractions and free hotel parking (worth up to $100 in Center City Philadelphia). Book Now ArticleThings to Do for Black History Month in...Celebrate Black History Month with special performances, exhibitions and more... View More Stay in TouchWhat do people do on Presidents Day weekend?In its modern form, Presidents' Day is used by many patriotic and historical groups as a date for staging celebrations, reenactments and other events. A number of states also require that their public schools spend the days leading up to Presidents' Day teaching students about the accomplishments of the presidents.
What is there to do on Presidents Day in Washington DC?Do a Tour of the Presidential Sites in DC. The White House.. Lincoln Memorial.. Thomas Jefferson Memorial.. Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial.. The Washington Monument.. Woodrow Wilson House.. President Lincoln's Cottage.. What weekend is Presidents Day in 2022?Presidents' Day: February 21, 2022.
How do we celebrate President's Day?Presidents' Day is usually marked by public ceremonies in Washington, D.C., and throughout the country.
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