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🛣️ Your post-game commute could finally get easier
May 29, 2026 · — Siani Colón
Good news! The weather’s looking much better this weekend compared to last, which means you must go outside and enjoy the sunshine.
You can meet stars from “The Lord of the Rings,” “Star Trek,” and “Doctor Who” at Fan Expo Philadelphia this weekend. Listen to traditional Greek music and eat favorites like moussaka at the Philly Greek Fest. Or head to South Philly and celebrate Lebanese culture at the 50th Lebanese Festival at Saint Maron Church.
If you’re headed to the Roots Picnic at the Belmont Plateau, be aware of the parking plan around the venue. And check out more of our suggested weekend plans down below.

What's CITY Talking About
New Project Could Ease Traffic Trouble in Stadium District
Leaving a game or a concert at one of South Philly’s stadiums has gotten so problematic, drivers are stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic for ages while Uber riders are better off walking than waiting for a ride. Now the city and the state are working together on a $30 million plan to reduce congestion. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
Does Shapiro’s Data Center Plan Prioritize Corporations or Constituents?
The governor announced a new program that would entice “responsible” data center developers with tax incentives and streamlined permitting, as long as they invest in the communities where they build. The announcement comes amid growing concerns over lost revenue and higher energy bills due to data centers. [WHYY, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

Philadelphia Zoo To Open New Bear Country Exhibit
The zoo’s new exhibit will focus on endangered bear conservation and care, featuring Andean bears and sloth bears. Bear Country opens to the public on June 4. [Metro Philadelphia]
Eat Gluten Free at This Polish Restaurant
Twice a month, East Kensington’s Little Walter’s transforms its popular menu of pierogis and smoked pork shoulder kielbasa into a gluten-free one. Deep cleaning is done the night before, ensuring that the food is safe for diners. Its next gluten-free night is June 9. [🔒 Philly Mag]
- Related: Here’s where to eat gluten-free in Philly, and here’s some other restaurants meeting unique dietary needs. [📝 City Cast Philly, 🎧 City Cast Philly]
Return of Women’s Tennis to Philly Is ‘A Dream Come True’
Philly is a women’s sports town, too, and the Philadelphia Sisters is proof. After a successful turnout in January for Unrivaled, the 3-on-3 women’s basketball league, the Sisters are now helping to bring professional women’s tennis back to Philly. [🔒The Inquirer]
- Related: Tickets are now on sale for this summer’s inaugural Ennoble Care Philly Classic (formerly the Philadelphia Tennis Classic).
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What To Do
Friday, May 29
- 💃 Martha Graham Dance Company through May 30 at Zellerbach Theatre (University City)
- 🎤 Improv Comedy: The N Crowd at Sawubona Creativity Project (East Passyunk)
- 🎶 House Rules at Star|Bolt (Fishtown)
- 🎬 cinéSPEAK Under the Stars Festival at Clark Park (Spruce Hill)
- 🕺 New Wave & Post-Punk Happy Hour Dance Party at The Trestle Inn (Callowhill)
- 🛍️ Night Market at Grindcore House (Dickinson Narrows)
- 🎷 The Jazzmen Experience at City Winery (Center City)
Saturday, May 30
- 🏛️ The 1926 Sesqui-Centennial Tour at FDR Park (South Philly)
- 🐾 Doughnuts + Dogs at Pemberton House Garden (Old City)
- 🎉 SanSe Filadelfia at Esperanza Arts Center (Hunting Park)
- 🐟 Frankford Fish Fest at Frankford Boat Launch (Bridesburg)
- 📷 Instant Classic! Fujifilm Photowalk at Unique Photo (Old City)
- 🀄 Philadelphia Weekly Riichi Mahjong Meetup at 123 Chestnut St. (Old City)
- 🎈 Family Fun Day at Campbell Square Park (Port Richmond)
- 🎸 West Philly Porchfest (Neighborhood-wide)
- 🛍️ Now+Then Marketplace Mega Market at Thunderbird Salvage, Frankford Flatiron, and Hackett Elementary (East Kensington)
- 🤼♂️ Awful Wrestling at PhilaMOCA (Callowhill)
- 🎶 Pops on the Plaza at Headhouse Plaza (Queen Village)
Sunday, May 31
- ☕ Morning Drip & Go at Jax’s Cafe (Fitler Square)
- 🏡 Tulpehocken Station Historic District Home & Garden Tour beginning at the Aulenbach House (Germantown)
- 🛍️ Spring Cleaning Art Market at Love City Brewing (Callowhill)
- 🎵 Listening & Collage: Dancing On The Wall at Faceclock Zero Proof Lounge (Norris Square)
- 🎻 Philadelphia Youth Orchestra: 86th Annual Festival Concert at Kimmel Center (Avenue of the Arts)
- 👠 Burlesque & Drag Tribute to HBO at Silk City Diner (Northern Liberties)
- 💬 Profs & Pints: Brain Stories at Black Squirrel Club (Fishtown)
- 📖 Family Friendly Book Fair and Swap at Yards Brewing (Northern Liberties)
🏳️🌈 As we begin to say goodbye to May, we’re getting ready for June, which also happens to be Pride Month. SEPTA’s helping Philadelphians show off their pride with highly-requested merch nodding to the new letters for its train lines. With those letters, it was only a matter of time.
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