Chinese Lantern Festival – They’re silk, illuminated and super-sized. Led by the 200-foot-long dragon, 29 sculptures take over Franklin Square for the second year of this popular festival, which also features Chinese dancers, acrobats and crafts, plus the popular dragon-side beer garden. May 9-June 11, 2017. 6^th & Race Streets, (215) 629-4026, phillychineselanternfestival.org

Museum of the American Revolution - Historic Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA -The drama unfolds exhibit by exhibit. Just two blocks from Independence Hall—the command center for the Revolution—the newest addition to America’s most historic square mile documents the strategic wins, crushing losses and world-altering consequences of the war for We the People. 101 S. 3^rd Street, (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org

Preakness at the Piazza Celebrates 5th Annual National Multiple Sclerosis Society Fundraiser

Philadelphia, PA -  After four successful years and over ­­­­$471,000 raised for charity, the highly anticipated Preakness at the Piazza returns for the 142nd running of the Preakness Stakes. On Saturday, May 20 from 5 - 9:30 p.m. at The Piazza at Schmidt’s Commons, over 1,200 guests will come together to support the National MS Society and don their derby attire of fancy hats, frocks, and fabulous bow ties. This is a can’t-miss fundraiser with great food, entertainment, and of course, amazing fashion!