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Get an advanced taste of Valentine’s Day with a historic candy-making demonstration, a Victorian paper valentine-making class, or a 5K at the zoo.
And while the weather remains temperate, enjoy an evening hike in Roxborough or bike across Fishtown for some vegan pizza.
Philly Theatre Week and the Philadelphia Auto Show coincide through next weekend, so don’t forget to take advantage of all the events while you can.
All the details are below on The B101 To-Do List, your guide for all things to do in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs this weekend.
TOURS AND HIKES
EVENT: All Aboard! Philly’s Trains & Trolleys
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 1 to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Meet inside 30th Street Station, next to Archangel Michael Statue, Philadelphia
DETAILS: Have you ever wanted to get a firsthand look at Philly’s subway history? In this unique tour, you will see everything from train lines to Germantown and Northeast Philly, which were never finished, to abandoned revenue train platforms.
PRICE: General admission is $20
EVENT: Owl Prowl
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 6 to 8 p.m.
WHERE: Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8450 Hagy’s Mill Road, Roxborough
DETAILS: Go on an evening hike to listen and look for signs of these nocturnal hunters. Remember to dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.
PRICE: $5 to $10; registration is required
EVENT: Vegan Pizza Crawl on Bikes
DATE/TIME: Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Meet at Pizza Brain, 2313 Frankford Ave., Fishtown
DETAILS: Celebrate National Pizza Day in environmentally friendly fashion by biking around to some restaurants notorious for their vegan pizzas. The ride will go from Pizza Brain to Slice Pizzeria to Triangle Tavern.
PRICE: $15
VALENTINE-THEMED ACTIVITIES
EVENT: Cupid’s Chase 5K
DATE/TIME: Saturday; registration starts at 7 a.m.
WHERE: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Ave., West Philadelphia
DETAILS: Whether you run or walk, this 5K has a little something for everyone. It benefits Community Options, which provides residential and employment services to people with disabilities.
PRICE: Individual registration is $35; other participation levels available
EVENT: Historic Candy Making Demonstration
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 11 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Pottsgrove Manor, 100 W. King St., Pottstown
DETAILS: Sugar was an expensive ingredient in the 18th century. Roll up your sleeves and assist cooks as they make desserts the old-fashioned way. Help put the finishing touches on these colonial sweet treats.
PRICE: Suggested donation is $2
EVENT: Making Victorian Valentines
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Penn Treaty Museum, 900 E. Columbia Ave., Fishtown
DETAILS: Just in time for Valentine’s Day, make your own paper valentine while learning about perfume recipes and discovering artifacts recovered from the area.
PRICE: Free to attend
ATTRACTIONS
EVENT: Philadelphia Auto Show
DATE/TIME: Saturday through Feb. 17
WHERE: Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St., Center City
DETAILS: See the newest vehicle innovations from all your favorite makes during the Auto Show. There will be special events, opportunities to ride and more.
PRICE: General admission is $14; discounted rate are available for groups
EVENT: Lunar New Year Flower Market
DATE/TIME: Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Rail Park, 1300 Noble St., Center City
DETAILS: Learn calligraphy, dance with a dragon, and try some themed brews during this outdoor market at the Rail Park. There will be plenty of flowers for sale, including arrangements and wreaths.
PRICE: Free to attend
EVENT: Philly Theatre Week
DATE: Now through Feb.16
WHERE: Various locations across the Delaware Valley
DETAILS: This 10-day celebration will have more than 300 events open to the public. More than 75 different theater companies will participate in readings, interactive events, productions and more.
PRICE: Free, $15 or $30
MUSIC
EVENT: Allentown Symphony Orchestra presents Movie Classics: The Sound of Cinema
DATE/TIME: Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N. Sixth St., Allentown
PRICE: Tickets start at $25
EVENT: Sundays on Stage: Traditions of India
DATE/TIME: Sunday, 2 to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Free Library, 1901 Vine St., Logan Square
PRICE: Free to attend
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