{"id":42950,"date":"2026-02-06T07:58:41","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T12:58:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/?p=42950"},"modified":"2026-02-06T08:01:18","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T13:01:18","slug":"what-to-do-time-for-the-philadelphia-car-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chescotimes.com\/?p=42950","title":{"rendered":"What To Do: Time for the Philadelphia Car Show"},"content":{"rendered":"
By Denny Dyroff,<\/strong> Entertainment Editor, The Times<\/em><\/div>\n
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The Philadelphia Car Show<\/p><\/div>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a new car, the best way is by visiting dealers\u2019 showrooms — taking the time-consuming challenge of visiting dealers\u2019 showrooms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Obviously, you can take an easier route by going online. But that doesn\u2019t compare to seeing the wide variety of vehicles in person.<\/div>\n
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This weekend, you can take an easy route and get to see the cars up-close and personal.<\/div>\n
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Now through February 8, the Auto Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia is presenting the 2026 Philadelphia Auto Show at the Pennsylvania\u00a0Convention\u00a0Center (12th and Arch streets, Philadelphia, www.phillyautoshow.com<\/a>).<\/div>\n

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The automotive industry\u2019s latest creations are on display at the Pennsylvania\u00a0Convention\u00a0Center during the annual\u00a0Philadelphia Auto Show, running for 10 days. Showgoers get an up-close look at hundreds of classic, luxury and exotic cars \u2014 and even have the opportunity to climb behind the wheel of some.<\/div>\n
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Spanning more than a half-million square feet, the 2026 Philadelphia Auto Show display floor will include several new features as well as time-honored fan favorites. This year marks the 124th edition of the event.<\/div>\n
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Guests will again be invited to check out the latest and greatest developments from some of today\u2019s leading vehicle manufacturers in \u201cThe Showroom,\u201d which will be in Halls A, B and C of the PA\u00a0Convention\u00a0Center.<\/div>\n
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Custom Alley will showcase a wide array of tricked-out rides, bikes and the latest in after-market excitement.<\/div>\n
Ticket prices range from $12-$20.<\/div>\n
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In 2026, America turns 250, and Philadelphia is throwing the ultimate yearlong celebration.<\/div>\n
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After all, we\u2019ve been first in freedom, first in innovation and first in fun for 250 years.<\/div>\n
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2 Weeks of Firsts (www.visitphilly.com\/52-weeks-of-firsts<\/a><\/i>) is a yearlong, citywide celebration honoring Philadelphia\u2019s legacy of innovation produced by the Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee. Not only was Philadelphia the birthplace of the country, but it was also the backdrop for many other marvels.<\/div>\n
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To honor these groundbreaking inventions and firsts, the Philadelphia Historic District is holding a year\u2019s worth of free events to celebrate the country\u2019s 250th birthday.<\/div>\n
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52 Weeks of Firsts shines a light on different Philly-born Firsts each week through a series of free public events<\/div>\n
called\u00a0Saturday Firstivals\u00a0\u2014 held every Saturday of 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in more than a dozen neighborhoods.<\/div>\n
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Firstival: Saturday February 7 will look at the First African Methodist Episcopal Congregation: 1794 (<\/p>\n

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Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church<\/p><\/div>\n

, 419 S. 6th Street, Philadelphia).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Visitors can stand on sacred ground where history was made.<\/div>\n
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Founded by Richard Allen in 1794, Mother Bethel is the first autonomous, organized and incorporated African American congregation in America, an enduring symbol of faith, resilience, and self-determination.<\/div>\n
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Longwood Gardens (Route 1, Kennett Square, 610-388-1000, www.longwoodgardens.org<\/a>) has started its new year with one of its annual special events \u201cWinter Wonder,\u201d which began on January 16.<\/div>\n
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\u201cWinter Wonder,\u201d which runs now through March 22, celebrates the beauty of winter. It\u2019s all about outdoor spacious, indoor oasis, and the power of story.<\/div>\n
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Outside, visitors can find a sense of peace and tranquility as they walk past textural grasses, seed heads and the dramatic silhouettes of trees that stretch up into the sky.<\/div>\n
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Inside, they can bask in a world of warmth that features an overhead garden of hanging baskets adorned with such vibrant beauties as jasmine, cape-primrose, and lipstick-plant.<\/div>\n
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Visitors will be able to enjoy a paradise of flowers and foliage, bursting with color — all in a beautiful indoor winter wonderland with a tropical twist.<\/div>\n
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Longwood Gardens<\/p><\/div>\n

Inside Longwood\u2019s Conservatory, visitors can check out nearly 300 blooming orchids on display in the site\u2019s Orchid House.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The gardens are open from Wednesdays through Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until March 22. Hours change in the spring.<\/div>\n
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As always, admission by \u201cTimed Ticket\u201d — tickets issued for specific dates and times. Timed ticketing limits the number of people in the Gardens at any given time and allows guests to enjoy minimal lines and a better viewing experience.<\/div>\n
You may enter the Gardens up to 30 minutes prior and 30 minutes after your designated time. Make every effort to arrive at your designated reservation time. Earlier or later arrivals may not be accommodated.<\/div>\n
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Admission to Longwood Gardens is $32 for adults, $28 for seniors (ages 62 and older) and college students, $23 for active military and veterans and $17 for youth (ages 5-18).<\/div>\n
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Area wineries are providing activity options in spite of the weather.<\/div>\n
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Valentine\u2019s Day arrives in the middle of February and is a special day for gifting and consuming chocolate delights and fine wine.<\/div>\n
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Many wineries around the area have found a way to elevate moods \u2013 and get a Valentine\u2019s Day vibe going — by presenting events that feature wine and chocolate tastings.<\/div>\n
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Chaddsford Winery (Route 1, Chadds Ford, www.chaddsford.com<\/a>) is presenting \u201cReserve Tastings \u2013 Wine & Chocolate\u201d on select Saturdays and Sundays in February.<\/div>\n
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Guests will join the CFW Crew for an intimate and educational 60-minute experience in the Barrel Room.\u00a0The trained staff will guide them through a pre-selected tasting of five widely diverse and award-winning wines from across our portfolio.<\/div>\n
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The selections will be paired alongside locally crafted artisan chocolates from\u00a0\u00c9clat Chocolate to enhance your tasting experience.<\/div>\n
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The staff will also discuss topics such as grape growing conditions at our partner vineyards and the onsite winemaking process from production to aging and bottling.<\/div>\n
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The following is the 2026 Pairing Line Up \u2013<\/div>\n