PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — This weekend in Philly, eat your way through different cuisines at the city’s first ever African Restaurant Week. Celebrate spring and forgiveness at the Festival of Colors at the Philadelphia Zoo. And, play bingo drag style with over the top musical numbers and prizes at the Congregation Rodeph Shalom.
African Restaurant Week
EVENT: African Restaurant Week
DATE/TIME: Now until April 16
WHERE: Select locations here
DETAILS: You still have time! Don’t miss out on African Restaurant Week and support small businesses from across Africa and the Caribbean. Most of the restaurants are located in Southwest Philadelphia, with some around Woodland Ave. Some are offering 15 percent off orders of $20 or more. Participating restaurants include Sahara African Food, Abyssinia, and Ackee Tree Restaurant.
PRICE: Varies
Festival of Colors
EVENT: Festival of Colors
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 15 from 12 to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W Girard Ave., West Philadelphia
DETAILS: The Philadelphia Zoo and the Council of Indian Organizations is hosting Holi, a celebration of spring, the end of winter and the blossoming of love. For many, Holi is a festive day to make new friends, forget and forgive and repair broken relationships. The day will be filled with Indian music, dancing, food, fun, and a color throwing ceremony!
PRICE: Free with admission to the zoo which costs $25
VD’s Gone Wild GayBINGO!
EVENT: BVD’s Gone Wild GayBINGO!
DATE/TIME: Saturday, April 15 at 7 p.m.
WHERE: Congregation Rodeph Shalom, 615 N Broad Street, Spring Garden
DETAILS: Beach please! Celebrate spring break with Bingo Verifying Divas (BVD’s) for a night of scandalous skits, over the top musical numbers and outrageous outfits. And, winners get a chance to win fabulous prizes.
PRICE: $38 online or $45 at the door
Cherry Blossom Beer Garden
EVENT: Cherry Blossom Beer Garden
DATE/TIME: Now until April 16
WHERE: Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center, Lansdowne Dr. &, Horticultural Dr., Fairmount Park
DETAILS: Philly’s Triple Bottom Brewing Co. is collaborating with Bao Bun Studio for a yummy and picturesque day at the park. The pop-up beer garden will have specialty drinks and food from Shofuso Lagers and Japanese radlers to pulled pork bao buns and Asian nachos. If you want to soak up more sun and culture, stick around for the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival.
PRICE: Pay as you go
Young Professionals Night
EVENT: Young Professionals Night
DATE/TIME: Friday, April 14 from 7 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Barnes Foundation, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Fairmount
DETAILS: If you need a reason to dress up, look no further than Young Professionals Night at the Barnes. Enjoy art, live music, dancing and light bites. There will also be a cash bar and photobooth. And, in the spirit of giving back, all guests are encouraged to bring gently used professional clothing for those in need.
PRICE: $32 for non-members
Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
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EVENT: Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
DATE/TIME: April 1 through Nov. 3
WHERE: 1237 State Rd., Bucks County
DETAILS: Andalusia Historic House is open for the season, and that means a slice of nature for the city folks. Guests can do self-guided tours to smell the crab apple trees, and see fields of daffodils, magnolias, Virginia bluebells and more! There will be six Open Saturday events throughout the season which feature special public programs like garden walks, a garden photography day, and a local river celebration.
PRICE: $15 per person