GreenFest
Sunday, September 7
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Headhouse Square, 2nd and Pine
Free with option to purchase Green Card ($30)
It's time to get ready for the
Clean Air Council's GreenFest. How about a little fall cleaning? Go through your closets, attic and basements, and get ready to swap your goods at Philly's largest environmental festival. Items to swap include: gently used and clean clothing, toys, books and accessories. Bring your items to receive free entry to the swap area or contribute a $5 donation.
In addition to the swap area, the festival will have over 100 exhibitors and vendors, making GreenFest the place to learn about living sustainably while having fun!
If you have a bunch of items or can't attend, don't worry, items can be dropped off before the event at Clean Air Council's offices: 135 S. 19th St #300. For more information, click
here.
Food Truck Festivus
Thursday, August 28
6 - 9 p.m.
Franklin Square, Race Street between 6th and 7th Streets
Free admission; no ticket necessary
Get your taste buds ready as Philadelphia's finest food trucks line up along Franklin Square during Food Truck Festivus. Participants include The Cow & The Curd, Little Baby's Ice Cream, LeMoNaDe, Farm Truck Philly, The Grill Cheese, Seoulful Philly, and Oink & Moo BBQ. As you enjoy the food, partake in summer games such as horseshoes and volleyball.
For more information, click
here.
Five Dollar Comedy Week
Monday, August 25 to Sunday, August 31
6:30 - 10 p.m.
Shubin Theatre, 407 Bainbridge Street
$5
Need to let off some steam? Look no further than Five Dollar Comedy Week. For seven days, check out original comedy shows at the Shubin Theatre. If you want to see more than one show, you can purchase a wristband for $25, giving you access to 30 shows and any workshop.
For information and to purchase tickets, click
here.
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