{"id":816759,"date":"2026-05-23T11:55:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T11:55:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/816759\/"},"modified":"2026-05-23T11:55:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T11:55:24","slug":"staying-close-but-still-getting-away-this-summer-delco-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/816759\/","title":{"rendered":"Staying close, but still getting away this summer \u2013 Delco Times"},"content":{"rendered":"

Schools will be out soon and the weather is finally turning nice, so it\u2019s time to think about getting away. With gas prices so high and other expenses, though, maybe staying close to home is in the cards.<\/p>\n

Well, there are certainly plenty of ways to get your summer breaks around the region.<\/p>\n

Parx Casino in Bensalem has opened the state-of the-art Parxview Hotel, which is becoming a cool place to take in a concert and not worry about heading home late at night.<\/p>\n

\u201cParxview Hotel represents an exciting new chapter for our property and our guests,\u201d said Eric Hausler, CEO at Parx Casino. \u201cThis hotel transforms Parx into a true overnight destination, allowing guests to enjoy everything we offer from gaming and dining to live entertainment while enjoying the comfort and sophistication of a premier hotel experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Xcite Center inside Parx Casino has an impressive lineup throughout the summer. Comedian Marcello Hernandez headlines July 11. Meanwhile, legends like The Who\u2019s Roger Daltrey and the Smokey Robinson will also take the stage.<\/p>\n

More more information, including the entire schedule and tickets, go to www.parxcasino.com\/bensalem\/xcite-center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe all-new Parxview Hotel offers a chance to get away and have a little fun. (COURTESY OF PARXVIEW HOTEL)<\/p>\n

\u201cThe opening of Parxview Hotel is exciting news for Bucks County\u2019s tourism and hospitality industry,\u201d said Paul Bencivengo, President & CEO of Visit Bucks County. \u201cIt adds a new luxury property to the region, attracting visitors to stay in Bucks County and helping to support local jobs. With this hotel, Parx continues to grow as a top entertainment destination for guests from Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"GetGet out to see the Sharks at Adventure Aquarium and the Tigers at the Philadelphia Zoo with the special AquaZoo Combo. (COURTESY OF ADVENTURE AQUARIUM)<\/p>\n

The Philadelphia Zoo and Adventure Aquarium in Camden are offering a perfect day of fish and animals. The AquaZoo Combo will offer families a seamless, one-ticket experience.<\/p>\n

Designed as the \u201cUltimate Wildlife Duo,\u201d the AquaZoo Combo allows guests to experience the best of land and sea while saving up to 30% off standard gate pricing through June 12.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are thrilled to team up with our neighbors across the river to offer the Delaware Valley a truly wild adventure,\u201d said Jen Porter, executive director at Adventure Aquarium. \u201cBy bridging our two institutions with the AquaZoo Combo, we\u2019re making it easier and more affordable than ever for families to create \u2018fintastic\u2019 memories with thousands of animals, from the majestic sharks of the deep to the incredible primates of the zoo.\u201d<\/p>\n

Tickets for the AquaZoo Combo can be purchased at adventureaquarium.com\/aquarium-admission\/special-offers\/aquazoo<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis partnership is about celebrating the incredible biodiversity we have right here in our backyard,\u201d said Patrick McMaster, vice president of Marketing & Communications at Philadelphia Zoo. \u201cWhether you\u2019re eye-to-eye with a tiger or inches away from a hippo, the AquaZoo Combo is the perfect way for our community to reconnect with nature this spring.\u201d<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Zoo has launced \u201cRemember the Future: The Campaign for Philadelphia Zoo,\u201d a five-year, $85 million comprehensive fundraising effort that will support every facet of the zoo and its aspirational conservation goals.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf there is one thing I have learned since coming here, it is that Philly loves its zoo. It is an honor to work for an organization that is so treasured, but we can do even more for the community and for the animals in our care,\u201d said President & CEO Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman. \u201cThe Remember the Future Campaign is our bold commitment to conservation research, animal care, education and the community. Our work has never been more vital. We will continue to make Philadelphia Zoo a resource and institution that the region can be proud of and enjoy. With support, we will harness the innovation, creativity and drive that defines Philadelphia Zoo and the region.\u201d<\/p>\n

Itching to get near the water? Spruce Street Harbor Park will be back again this year with a few enhancements.<\/p>\n

This season, the park will debut new on-the-water experiences. Guests can pedal across the river on Chiliboats, glide beneath the stars on swan boat night rides, and take in skyline views from a floating double-decker barge.<\/p>\n

Chiliboats is a one-of-a-kind experience that feels like riding a bike across the water. Kayaking returns at the Independence Seaport Museum. Get a new perspective on the Delaware River with the Independence Seaport Museum. All excursions include a dedicated guide, a kayak, and a personal flotation device.<\/p>\n

Spruce Street Harbor Park is open through the summer. For more information on events and schedules, check out https:\/\/www.delawareriverwaterfront.com\/where-to-go\/spruce-street-harbor-park<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"TheThe Rodin Garden is back for the 2026 season. (COURTESY OF THE PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART)<\/p>\n

On the quieter side, the Rodin Museum Garden Bar is back this summer.<\/p>\n

The weekly seasonal pop-up will serve beer, wine, craft cocktails and tasty small plates in the scenic garden.<\/p>\n

The Garden Bar will be open every Friday through Aug. 28 from 4 to 8 p.m., offering a unique summertime activity and the opportunity to experience elevated food and beverage offerings by Constellation Culinary Group.<\/p>\n

Guests can also enjoy a one-night only performance by the Crossing Choir on July 17 at 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

New for 2026, the Rising Up Kitchen food truck operated by Constellation Culinary Group is rolling into Rodin Garden Bar every Friday night and to the North Entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

Inspired by \u201cRising Up: Rocky and the Making of Monuments,\u201d the activation draws from the energy and iconography of Philadelphia, with a rotating presence throughout the summer.<\/p>\n

Guests can dig into comfort bites like roast pork sandwiches with provolone, cheesesteak egg rolls with long hot aioli, Bavarian soft pretzels, and sweets like brown butter chocolate chip cookies and frozen desserts. Lighter options like a fruit salad bowl, along with non-alcoholic beverages and themed water bottles, round out a menu designed for easy, vibrant summer nights.<\/p>\n

For more information, go to https:\/\/rodinmuseum.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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