Events for the family
Special Events
Philadelphia
American Sailing Tours Daily Delaware River tours on the only Chinese junk-rigged ship available for pulbic sailing in North America. Philadelphia Marine Center, 235 N. Columbus Blvd.; 215-900-7758. www.americansailingtours.com. $30-$60. Closes 11/1.Drunken Spelling Bee Rogerio Brothers & guests are the judges of this event. Bob & Barbara's Lounge, 1509 South St. sweetbreadstudios.com. $5.
Free To Breathe: Lung Cancer 5K This is the fourth annual Free to Breathe® Lung Cancer 5K. The event provides an opportunity for lung cancer advocates, survivors and the community to come together to raise awareness and support to fight this disease. All proceeds from this event will benefit the National Lung Cancer Partnership's research, education and awareness programs. Carousel House, 1701 Belmont Ave. participate.freetobreathe.org. $30 advance; $35 day of event; $10-$13 advance children 12 and under; $15 day of event children 12 and under. 11/1. 6:30-11 am.
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia Tour Independence Park & Society Hill while hearing tales of the city's haunted history. Signers Garden, 5th St.; 215-413-1997. www.ghosttour.com. $15-$17; $8 children 4-12. Closes 11/28.
Ghost Tours Explore the mysteries of the mansion & the James Logan family. Stenton, 4601 N. 18th St.; 215-329-7312. $4; free with costume. 10/31. 1-4 pm.
Halloween Fun A fun Halloween day for families. 9th Street Italian Market Piazza, Corner of S 9th St. and Montrose 10/31. 11 am-5 pm.
Halloween Harvest Festival This is a fun-filled day of outdoor activities. Awbury Arboretum, One Awbury Rd. 10/31. 11 am-2 pm.
Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise This cruise will feature a murder mystery dinner theater on the boat. Solve the murder at this annual 'Godfather' gala. Costumes are welcome, but not required. Spirit of Philadelphia Cruises, Columbus Blvd.; Reservations required: 866-455-3866. $86.90. 10/31. 7-10:30 pm.
Haunted Trolley Tour Tour of approx. 20 "haunted" locations in the city, with 3 stops where passengers can disembark & look around. The Bourse Building, 400 Ranstead St. www.ghosttour.net. $30; $20 children 4-12. Closes 11/28.
Hispanic Heritage & Day of the Dead Celebration Music, dancing & art from Central America, South America & Mexico. Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.; 215-763-8100. Included in admission. 11/1. 10:30 am.
Philly PAWS Mutt Strut Fundraiser for Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society. Visit www.firstgiving.com/phillypaws for more info. FDR Park, S. Broad St. & Pattison Ave. www.philypaws.org. $25; $10 children 12 and under. 10/31. 10 am-3 pm.
Rittenhouse Row Halloween Celebration Trick-or-treating, kids' costume contest, children's DJ, face painting, cupcake decorating, craft activities & more. 215-972-0101. Rittenhouse Square, 1800 Walnut St.; Tickets and information: 215-972-0101. www.rittenhouserow.org. Free for trick-or-treating & costume contest; $10 advance, $15 day of event for party. 10/31. 10 am-5 pm.
Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour Travel the cobblestone streets of Old City to hear ghost stories about the Spirits of '76. Cosi Restaurant, 325 Chestnut St.; 215-525-1776. spiritsof76.com. $17.50; $12.50 children 3-12. Closes 11/28.
Sunday Karaoke Sunday is Fun Day at Mar Bar with this weekly event features great drink specials and lots of karaoke tunes. Marathon Bar - 10th & Walnut, 929 Walnut St.
Tales From a Poisoned Past Tour focusing on seemingly harmless historical objects w/dangerous or deadly aspects. Rosenbach Museum & Library, 2008-2010 Delancey Pl.; Reservations required: 215-732-1600. Included in admission. Closes 10/31.
The Yum! Show Art exhibit by Mark T. Mattson who creates protraits of food out of recyled materials. High Point Cafe, 602 W. Carpenter Lane; 215-849-5153. www.mattsonstudio.blogspot.com.
Tours Informal tour of Yards Brewing Company's new facility. Yards Brewing Co., 901 N. Delaware Ave. Closes 10/31.
Pennsylvania suburbs
Chester County Bird Club Show & Mart Features parrots, cockatiels, lovebirds; finch competitions; vendor area; raffles; educational materials; birds for sale. The School at Church Farm, 1001 E. Lincoln Hwy., Exton. www.ccbirdclub.com. $6; $4 seniors and children 7-12. 10/31. 10 am-5 pm.Do a Mitzvah for Your Community TBA will offer lots of easy & quick ideas for doing good deeds during its 2099 Mitzvah Day. Call 610-337-2222 for information. Temple Brith Achim, 481 S. Gulph Rd., King of Prussia; 610-337-2222. 11/1. 8:15-1 pm.
Hatboro Haunts Haunted house, cemetery hay ride, amusement rides, games & food. Held at Hatboro's Miller Meadow, York & Horsham Rds. Miller Meadow, York Rd., Hatboro. Prices vary. Closes 10/31.
