Top Things To Do In Philadelphia Today, Aug. 22

Looking for something to do today? Here are our top three picks...there's something for everyone in the Philadelphia area!

(credit: Jay Lloyd)

(credit: Jay Lloyd)

Yards Beef and Beer Dinner Cruise

Spirit of Philadelphia

Departs from Penn's Landing
401 S Columbus Blvd

Philadelphia, Pa.


6:30 p.m., $56.90 +

It's all aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia for a nighttime cruise along the Delaware River. What's more, this boat ride comes complete with brews from Yards and an all-you-can-eat buffet, plus delicious ice cream and root beer float-making opps from the Franklin Fountain.

(credit: Chelsea Karnash/CBSPhilly.com)

(credit: Chelsea Karnash/CBSPhilly.com)

Twilight in the Gardens

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

1020 South St

Philadelphia, Pa.

7 – 10 p.m.; $10 for adults, $8 for students

The Magic Gardens (a truly MAGICAL place, by the way!) hosts its August installation of "Twilight in the Gardens," a special evening of performances, tours, drinks, crafts and more. Head over for live music, a scavenger hunt and magazine-making with a local artist.

(Credit: Randall E. Scott)

(Credit: Randall E. Scott)

Smooth Jazz Summer Nights

Penn's Landing

Columbus Blvd and Chestnut St

Philadelphia, Pa.

7:30 p.m., FREE

The penultimate al fresco jazz concert is tonight at Penn's Landing. Grab your blanket or chair and settle in for a performance from jazz saxophonist Eric Darius.

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