For over 100 years, the Pennsylvania Farm Show has been held annually in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The country’s largest indoor agricultural fair, at 24 acres in size, the PA Farm Show draws half a million visitors each January to learn more about the state’s agricultural industries….
Every February 2nd is Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. Each year, one of the America’s strangest traditions occurs as Punxsutawney Phil, a weather predicting groundhog, is pulled out of his temporary burrow at Gobbler’s Knob to get his prediction of the weather for the coming…
Located deep in South Philadelphia is one of the city’s most iconic Christmas destinations: The Miracle on South 13th Street (or sometimes called just Miracle on 13th Street). The Miracle on South 13th Street is located on the 1600 block of South 13th Street between…
While the birthplace of America might be a logical spot to spend Independence Day, did you know that New Year’s Eve in Philly is pretty great too? Philadelphia’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are highlighted by two great fireworks shows along the Delaware River. However, unlike…
Ever since I published my first article about things to do in Pennsylvania at Christmas, I’ve had people telling me that I needed to visit Kraynak’s Christmas display in Hermitage. So, on a Christmastime visit to Pittsburgh, I decided to do just that. Kraynak’s is…
Since 1960, one of the most popular annual events in western Pennsylvania has been Light Up Night in Pittsburgh. Held each year on the Friday before Thanksgiving, this is the night where all of the Christmas lights in Pittsburgh are turned on, and it signifies…
The Chinese Lantern Festival in Philadelphia, PA, is held each year in Franklin Square. Begun in 2016, this festival showcases more than two dozen large Chinese lanterns and offers a great look into the culture of this amazing country. Having personally visited several lantern festivals…
Want to learn fun facts about Pittsburgh, PA? You’ve come to the right place. Pittsburgh might be one of the most consequential cities in American history. From the late 19th through the mid-20th centuries, Pittsburgh was a center of industry and was responsible for many…
Tucked away amidst the expansive lands of Philly’s Fairmount Park is one of the city’s best-kept secrets: Shofuso Japanese House and Garden. Shofuso is an authentic 17th century Japanese house and garden that offers an amazing glimpse into Japanese life and culture without leaving Philly….
Every New Year’s Day since 1901, the Mummers Parade has been a staple of New Year’s Day in Philadelphia. From their elaborate costumes to their great pageantry and wonderful music, there’s a lot to love about this fantastic cultural event, and it’s worth ending your…
