PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — This weekend in Philly: Learn how to salsa at a location that overlooks a lake at a historic boathouse in FDR Park; celebrate Painted Bride’s new West Philly location with a housewarming party; or, get your bug on at the Academy of Natural Sciences’ annual Bug Fest. There are plenty of fun things to do this weekend in and around Philly.
¡BAILAR en FDR! Salsa Class + Social Dance
EVENT: ¡BAILAR en FDR! Salsa Class + Social Dance
DATE/TIME: Friday, 7 – 11 p.m.
WHERE: FDR Park Boathouse, South Philadelphia
DETAILS: Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance salsa or bachata? Every second and fourth Friday though Sept. 24, DJ Val Flores hosts a special night of dance classes followed by a few hours of social dance to show off your new skills.
PRICE: Tickets start at $10 with registration
Painted Bride's Official Housewarming Party
EVENT: Painted Bride's Official Housewarming Party
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 2 – 5 p.m.
WHERE: 5212 Market Street, West Philadelphia
DETAILS: Performance and gallery space Painted Bride Arts Center is celebrating the opening of its West Philly location with a block party. There will be free food, performances and activities for all ages.
PRICE: Free with registration
Bug Fest
EVENT: Bug Fest
DATE/TIME: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, 1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
DETAILS: Bug Fest is back at the Academy of Natural Sciences with scientist-guided bug walks along the Parkway, roach races and more. You can also learn more about bees and aquatic invertebrates during this special, creepy-crawly weekend.
PRICE: Included with admission to the museum
Summer of Love | ’60s Music Festival
EVENT: Summer of Love | ’60s Music Festival
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 2 – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Haddon Avenue between Strawbridge Avenue and Cooper Street, Haddon Township, N.J.
DETAILS: The ’60s-inspired Summer of Love Music Festival returns to Haddon Township for a day of live music, drinking in the beer garden and food truck treats. There will be plenty of activities for children, including a kids’ zone, foam party and more.
PRICE: Pay as you go
Main Line Today Restaurant Week
EVENT: Main Line Today Restaurant Week
DATE/TIME: Through Sept. 4
WHERE: Various restaurants around the Main Line and western suburbs
DETAILS: For the second year, more than 35 Main Line eateries will participate in a 14-day celebration of the community. Reservations are encouraged for dining in, and some restaurants may offer takeout options.
PRICE: Prix fixe