Over the Hill - On a Boat!Scott & Elizabeth's Joint 40th Birthday Bash

Cruising, Dancing, Dinner, Drinks, After-Party & more!

for the play-by-play of the day!

Saturday, October 12
5:30 PM - 2 AM
Penn's Landing + Fishtown

Please RSVP by Oct-5 ↓

Itinerary

Time	Event/Activity
5:30 - 6:30 PM	Cocktail Hour & Announcements Chart House 555 S Columbus Blvd \| PHL, PA 19147 🌅 Meet at the Chart House in Penn's Landing at 5:30 PM for a sunset cocktail hour on the waterfront 🍸 🚙 PARKING: see for more info
6:30 - 7 PM	All Aboard! City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S Columbus Blvd \| PHL, PA 19106 🛥 Head to the City Cruises Philadelphia dock before 7 PM to board the Spirit of Philadelphia 💦
7 - 9:30 PM	Dinner Cruise Spirit of Philadelphia 📸 Sign the guestbook & grab a drink 🍾 🛥 Get cruising! 🍽 Multi-course Dinner 💃 Dancing 🎳 Deck games 🍻 Beverages 🎂 Birthday cake
9:45 PM	Shuttle Bus Yellowbird Bus Company 🚌 Take the shuttle to Fishtown if you're staying there or wish to continue hanging out at the after party 🐟
10 PM - 2 AM	After Party Starboard Side Tavern 2500 E Norris St \| PHL, PA 19125 🎉 🍕 Dancing, pizza, good times 🕺 Too crowded? Spill-over to flow to our house across the street 🏡
👋 Goodbye, all! - Hope you had a great day with Scott & Liz

Accommodations

We recommend staying wherever you are most comfortable - there are a plethora of options in the city for a place to stay, from AirBnBs to hotels big and small.

For quick reference, following hotels are walkable to the event locations but there are cheaper options not listed:

🛥 Would you rather stay near the BOAT party?

Hilton Philadelpia at Penn's Landing
201 S Columbus Blvd, Old City
The Hilton is a waterfront hotel right in Penn's Landing and adjacent to Spruce Street Harbor Park - the boat dock is a 6 minute walk south through the park.
Philadelphia Marriott Old City
One Dock Street, Old City
The Marriot is located in Old City and is a short 11 minute walk from the dock.

🐟 Would you rather stay near the AFTER party?

Hotel Anna & Bel
1401 E Susquehanna Ave, Fishtown
Hotel Anna & Bel is a ✨ BRAND NEW ✨ 50-room full-service boutique hotel (very swanky) located in the heart of Fishtown - the after-party at Starboard Side Tavern is on the same block.

"Always go to other people's funerals, otherwise they won't come to yours."
- Yogi Berra

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Frequently Asked Questions

🤷‍♀️ WHERE EXACTLY IS THIS HAPPENING?Check out this Google Map for all the event + accomodation locations
⏰ WHEN/WHERE DOES IT START?5:30 PM at the Chart House | 555 S Christopher Columbus Blvd
🚗 WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
Chart House has a free lot where you can park. If it fills up there is the Lombard Street Lot (#8 on the map below | 401 S Columbus Ave) and other options nearby:

Parking in Fishtown is trickier since most streets are permitted (2hr max limit) and you want to avoid that to avoid getting ticketed. If staying at the Hotel Anna & Bel, they have a lot available at Almond & York.
🛌 WHICH HOTEL SHOULD I STAY AT?This party is going to be split between Penn's Landing and Fishtown. If you only planning on participating in the cocktail hour & cruise, stay in Old City since it's walkable. If you're planning on hanging out at the after-party, then staying in Fishtown might be more convenient.
🏙 WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO IN PHILLY?So much. Check out this additional section below of restaurants, places, and seasonal events happening in Philly over the weekend:
🌭 WILL THERE BE FOOD & DRINKS? Light bites/appetizers will be served at the cocktail hour. Buffet dinner will be provided on the cruise. And we'll have pizza delivered around 11 PM at Starboard. Beverages are covered. 🍻
🥳 IS THIS REALLY JUST A SECRET WEDDING? Guess you'll have to come and find out!
👶 ARE KIDS INVITED? While we highly recommend enjoying the evening as an adults' night out, we can accommodate children for the cocktail hour and dinner boat cruise. You will be responsible for your own family throughout the event, which involves supervision on a boat. However, children are not permitted at the after party. Please reach out to Liz and/or make mention of any children as guests when you RSVP!
👗 WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE? Boat fancy
🎁 SHOULD I BRING A GIFT? The best gift would be your presence 🤗
❓ HAVE A QUESTION? Send any questions/concerns to Liz at elizabeth.cottrell@gmail.com

What else is there to do in Philly?

Are you spending the weekend in Philadelphia and looking for other things to do and places to explore?

There are plenty of museums and well-known historical spots to enjoy - a personal favorite is any hop-on-hop-off city tour bus right when you get to the city to get a lay of the land. But if you're still wondering what to do, check out some of these suggestions below:

Dine at a critically acclaimed restaurant (or two, or three...)
Philly does good food right...
There’s no way around it: Philly’s dining scene is special. Philly restaurants regularly make ”best of” lists from The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler and more. Some of the latest critically acclaimed spots:
- Royal Sushi & Izakaya (Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic finalist, James Beard Foundation)
- Bloomsday (The Best Bars in America, USA Today)
- San Lucas Pizzeria (22 of the Best Pizza Places in the United States, The New York Times), and
- Oyster House (The 10 Best Oyster Bars in America Right Now, Esquire).
Find more about Philly’s award-winning restaurants here.
Where: Various locations including Royal Sushi & Izakaya, 780 S. 2nd Street
Chow down on food from dozens of vendors at Reading Terminal Market
One of America's oldest farmers market and current food paradise...
Set below a former railroad terminal, Center City's 127-year-old Reading Terminal Market serves as both a dazzling tourist destination and a trusted source for fresh produce, seafood, meats and cheese for locals. The public space also provides open seating where customers can enjoy a world of cuisines from dozens of restaurants, including Pennsylvania Dutch vendors and sandwich slingers like the acclaimed DiNic's, serving up hot roast pork sandwiches that rival the city's much-lauded cheesesteaks. Retail merchants sell housewares, jewelry, linens and more.
Where: Reading Terminal Market, 51 N. 12th Street
YèShì Chinatown Night Market
Thursday, October 10, 2024 | 6-10 p.m.
This street festival huts down 10th Street between Arch Street and Winter Street and the surrounding streets for a night of food, live performance, arts, crafts and shopping. Drawing over 60 vendors and 20,000 festival-goers, the annual event is one of the biggest in Chinatown and a prime opportunity to explore the neighborhood's rich culture and chow down on some of the city's best eats.
Where: 10th Street between Arch and Winter streets
23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest
Friday, October 11, 2024 | 7:30-11:30 p.m.
Back for its 6th year, Brauhaus Schmitz transforms the 23rd Street Armory into a Bavarian Wonderland! Join us for a fun-filled evening of Oktoberfest festivities right in Center City Philadelphia! Get ready to indulge in delicious German food, sip on Liters of imported Oktoberfest beers, and dance your heart out to live German Party music. Philadelphia's largest Oktoberfest is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Germany. So grab your lederhosen and dirndls, and join us on Friday for a night of unforgettable fun!
Where: 23rd Street Armory, South 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA
OURfest 2024: National Coming Out Parade & Festival
Saturday & Sunday, October 12-13, 2024
National Coming Out Parade:
Kicking off on Saturday, October 12th, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, the parade will feature a colorful display of curated floats, community organizations, and live performances. Participants will march from 5th and Market to Broad and Locust, showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of the LGBTQIA+ community.

National Coming Out Festival & Resource Fair:
On Sunday, October 13th, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Gayborhood will come alive with one of the largest outdoor festivals of the year. The event will include a resource fair, family-friendly programming, food trucks, beer gardens, and multiple performance stages featuring local artists, entertainers, and community speakers.
Where: Gayborhood, 12th & Locust
OctoberFeast at Peddler's Village
Saturday & Sunday, October 12-13, 2024
Prost! Transport yourself to Germany without leaving Bucks County as Peddler's Village hosts its annual OctoberFeast in mid-October. Over the course of two days, visitors can sample beers in the beer garden, enjoy fare from food trucks, and delight in German brass music and folk dances.
Where: Peddler's Village, 100 Peddlers Village, Lahaska
Boo at the Zoo
Saturday & Sunday, October 12-13, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Lions & tigers & bears, oh my! Gather your ghosts and goblins, put on your favorite costume, bring a bag, and trick-or-treat throughout the Zoo. Be sure to visit all our animal exhibits to see who might be munching on pumpkins or playing with Halloween-themed enrichment! Enjoy seasonal décor, photo opportunities, festive fall offerings, fun children's activities, and more.
Where: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia
Indigenous People's Day Philly 2024 at Shackamaxon (Penn Treaty Park)
Monday, October 14, 2024
Each year, Philadelphia and Indigenous communities from across the nation gather at Shackamaxon, also known as Penn Treaty Park, to mark five-plus centuries of Indigenous history and culture. This year's Philadelphia's Indigenous People's Day celebration features speakers, performers, and vendors from as far away as Mexico and South America. The event is pay-what-you-wish, though suggested donations of $12 are encouraged.
Where: Shackamaxon (Penn Treaty Park), 1301 N. Beach Street
Bonus: More Things to Do in Greater Philadelphia
Award-winning food, dynamic neighborhoods and history-making attractions await...
Looking for even more great things to do in Greater Philadelphia? Of course you are! And in Greater Philadelphia, there is so much to explore, discover or rediscover. We’ve got ideas for:
- perfect things to do on your second trip to Philly
- 12 essential Philly eats from appetizers to desserts
- the city’s best hidden gems you probably don’t know about
- the most beautiful places in Greater Philadelphia
- secret bars and restaurants, and
- dozens of day-trip ideas out into Philadelphia’s Countryside.
Find more ideas right this way for your next exploration — then book a stay at one of the city’s great hotels.