You can explore the city's most historic neighborhood for drinks, music and shopping during Old City Thursdays. Or you could catch a concert during the Xponential Music Festival, featuring Shelby Lynne and Beth Orton.

And don't miss University City Dining Days, where select restaurants in West Philadelphia serve prix fixe dinners for $15, $25 or $30. It's a great chance to check out White Dog Café, Pod and Marigold Kitchen, among others.