More Than 60 Events, Festivals Make Up a Jam-Packed May in the Philly Area

Event and festival season has arrived in the Philadelphia area. The calendar is filled with special activities such as the Sing Us Home Festival, Girard Avenue Street Fest, Broad Street Run, and Philly Beer Week. Below are several highlights of May events. View a full list of activities on the Visit Philadelphia website.

When: April 12-Sept. 1

A new exhibition on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art explores the changes in art and design during and after World War II through works from the museum's collections. | Philadelphia Museum of Art, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

When: Friday, May 2, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.

The late filmmaker David Lynch championed Philadelphia's Callowhill neighborhood in his experimental film from the late 1970s, "Eraserhead." This inaugural event honors Lynch's legacy through a celebration of culture, history, and community. | North 10th Street and Wood Street, Philadelphia 

When: Saturday, May 3, noon-5 p.m.

This annual event highlights this Center City neighborhood's cultural charm through art, fashion, food, and other vendors. | Walnut Street from 15th Street to 19th Street and 18th Street from Locust Street to Sansom Street

When: Sunday, May 4, 7 a.m.

More than 35,000 athletes will take part in this 10-mile race down the longest stretch of roadway in any American city. | Broad Street from Fisher Avenue to The Navy Yard, Philadelphia

When: Through Sunday, May 4

The six-time Tony Award-winning musical follows the story of a 1960s Supremes-like female group through the drama of their rise from unknowns into superstar performers. | Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St., Philadelphia

When: Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Now in its 20th year, this annual Pride Fest celebration brings people together from both sides of the Delaware for activities that include a parade, concerts, vendors, games, and food. | Various locations, including 97 N. Main St., New Hope

When: Through Sunday, Aug. 10

The Museum of the American Revolution is preparing to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the start of the American Revolution with this exhibit featuring original flags and banners hand-stitched by colonial flagmakers such as Betsy Ross and Rebecca Flowers Young. | Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. Third St., Philadelphia

Some Easter activities like egg hunts and egg-and-spoon races may make you feel a bit old. Many us really feel this in our knees and lower back! But there’s one thing everyone can participate in around Easter, which is Easter baskets. Those baskets full of treats aren’t just for the kids. Adults can easily get in on the fun by exchanging some of the best gifts.

Finding little or big trinkets for an adult Easter basket is not challenging at all. You just have to tap into the hobbies and interests of the person you’re gifting the basket to, whether it's beauty finds or fun tech gadgets.

Many people took to Reddit to share what they have gifted a friend or loved one in an Easter basket. One person said they put beef jerky chips, candy, a variety of mini sauce bottles, and mini liquor in their husband’s basket. Another person said, "Small potted plants, lotion, soap, gum, liquor, pens, socks, jerky, sunglasses, earbuds, nail clippers."

If you’re preparing a basket for someone who loves all things social media, there are plenty of DIY videos floating around platforms like TikTok and Instagram. There’s a page from a TikTok user, The Creative Chick, who shared a simple DIY last year. Her basket included wine, Easter-themed candy, chips, and a fun tumbler cup.

When it comes to filling an adult Easter basket, you don’t necessarily have to break the bank either. Some people opt for inexpensive items from Target’s Bullseye’s Playground, formally the Target Dollar Spot. It’s the section of Target located near the front of your local store right as you walk in. Of course, there are options like Five Below, the dollar store, or online via Amazon. You’re pretty much covered on shopping options whether you’re looking for big or small items for your basket.

Self-care never goes out of style. Take your adult Easter basket to the next level with aromatherapy candles or essential oils. You can even take a bath time approach with items like bath bombs, body wash, bath salt, and lotion. Skincare items can also work for your basket with items like face masks, serums, and oils. Something different to gift could be a journal or notebook for writing or drawing. Even nail polish or make-up can work in this case.

Who needs chocolate bunnies when you can have a basket full of disinfecting wipes, sponges, and the holy grail—magic erasers? Let’s be real—adults don’t want more junk; they want something they’ll actually use (and preferably didn’t have to buy themselves). This Easter basket isn’t about cavities and sugar crashes; it’s about sparkling countertops and that fresh lemon scent of accomplishment. Tucked between the microfiber cloths, there might even be a little treat—because let’s be honest, scrubbing the stove deserves at least one piece of chocolate!

A nice bottle of wine, a couple of cans of beer, or a hard seltzer can work for an adult Easter basket. It also gives it more of that "adult" basket feel. There are plenty of non-alcoholic options too for your sober friends. Another option would be to add specialty sodas like Jones to your basket. You can even do what I did for my wedding and customize your bottle, to give it more "oomph." If you're thinking, you want to gift something that's caffeinated opt for tea or coffee.

Of course, Easter baskets are always full of treats. You can go the traditional route with Cadbury Creme Eggs and chocolate Easter bunnies or specialty items like beef jerky or limited-edition chips. Just gather up some of the giftee's favorite foods or even sauces or spices to add to their basket. Things like bubblegum, mints, popcorn, or mixed nuts can work for your basket too.

Phone accessories are great for the TikTok King or Queen in your life. If your special person receiving the gift is into getting the perfect lighting in their photos or giving their followers a play-play on their day-to-day this is an option for your basket. Think, of selfie clips that attach to a phone, mini ring lights, and mini tripods for maximum stability. If you want something that quick and simple there are always pop sockets and phone cases. Just make sure you know what kind of phone the person have before purchasing.

Tumblers, cups, and coffee mugs are a safe bet for your adult Easter basket. It's something cute and simple you can add to your gift.  I'm not saying break the bank for a Stanley Tumbler. Unless you're cool with dropping $45 for the cup allegedly causing fights in stores. You can even splurge a little on tumbler accessories.

Jewelry can really make a person's personality pop. Luckily, there are plenty of options to choose from to add to your basket, from rose gold earrings to glitzy rings. You can also get creative with your jewelry find and hunt down Easter-themed jewelry. For example, bunny earrings, or maybe even an egg necklace.

If you're creating a basket for a person who enjoys lazy days and overall comfort, items like socks, slippers, robes, throw blankets, and pajamas are perfect. These kinds of items are great for people who love an excuse to stay inside and cozy up. It will have them saying things like "Sorry, can't go out today, I have to test out my new slippers." And they're small enough to fit in your DIY basket.