PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — This weekend in Philly, get caught in the mud at the Kensington Derby and Arts Festival with a three mile obstacle race and artist market. Fill up on pierogis from 20 different vendors at the Port Richmond Pierogi Fest. And, shop last minute for Mother’s Day and support local artists and vendors at the Spring Art Star and Craft Bazaar at Cherry Street Pier.
Kensington Derby and Arts Festival
EVENT: Kensington Derby and Arts Festival
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 13 from 12 to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Trenton Avenue from Norris Street to Frankford Avenue
DETAILS: The 15th annual Kensington Derby is here, with more mud than ever! For those that don’t know, think Amazing Race meets Survivor with a dash of Philly. There’s a derby road race where handmade vehicles go head to head along three miles of obstacles and mud pits. There will also be live music, art vendors and plenty of food trucks..
PRICE: Free
Pierogi Fest
EVENT: Pierogi Fest
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 13 from 12 to 5 p.m.
WHERE: Gaul & Co. Malt House, 2619 E Indiana Ave., Port Richmond
DETAILS: Must we say more? The fourth annual Port Richmond Pierogi Fest is here and you won’t want to miss it. There are six live bands, 20 different pierogi vendors, 150 local crafters and artists, plus drinks from Gaul N Co.
PRICE: Pay as you go
Spring Art Star and Craft Bazaar
EVENT: Spring Art Star and Craft Bazaar
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 13 through Sunday, May 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Cherry Street Pier, 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Old City
DETAILS: The free-to-enter craft bazaar is the perfect place to find last minute gifts for mom, or you – we won’t tell. There will be more than 60 vendors at the pier, make-and-take craft sessions and pay as you go food from Bourbon and Branch. If you get there early enough, you might be able to snag some free totes too!
PRICE: Pay as you go
Jasper Street Jam
EVENT: Jasper Street Jam
DATE/TIME: Saturday, May 13 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
WHERE: Jasper Street between Jackson and Monroe, 11 E. State St., Media
DETAILS: The daylong celebration in Media celebrates American music, from folk and country to bluegrass and Texas swing. There will be a food truck, beer garden and ice cream. Kids are also more than welcome to come down to join in on the fun. There will be an art making tent outside and classes for children inside the MAC Arts Center.
PRICE: $15 at the door, $12 online and children 12 and under are free
RECURRING
River Rink Summerfest
EVENT: River Rink Summerfest
DATE/TIME: May 12 through September 24
WHERE: Delaware River Waterfront, 101 South Columbus Blvd., Old City
DETAILS: Philadelphia’s favorite summertime tradition is back! Think outdoor roller skating, boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks. And did we mention the view?
PRICE: $5
City Hall Roller Rink
EVENT: City Hall Roller Rink
DATE/TIME: April 21 through July 18
WHERE: Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th St., City Hall
DETAILS: The rink is open seven days a week, and throughout the season there will be different events like Rewind at the Rink, Christmas and July, Pride Skate, and so much more!
PRICE: $8 for children 10 and under, and $10 for everyone else with an additional $6 per skate rental
Andalusia Historic House, Gardens & Arboretum
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