Date
Saturday, October 11
Time
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
2400 Strawberry Mansion Drive
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon on the Strawberry Mansion Bridge with Parks on Tap.
Start out by meeting We Walk PHL for a short walk, departing from the parking lot across from the Dell Music Center at 1:30 PM. Along the walk, we’ll explore the bridge and take in some of the scenic views of Fairmount Park overlooking the Schuylkill River.
Then transition into dancing on the bridge with Charlie of Dancing with Charlie at 2 PM. He will be teaching The Philly Jawn so be ready to learn, laugh, and move in style. After the first session, we will take a short break to rest and hydrate before stepping with Marvette starting at 2:40 PM (full schedule below).
After having enjoyed healthy movement and dancing, we’ll kick back and rejuvenate with sips* and snacks at the last Parks on Tap of the season.
*Refreshments provided while supplies last, courtesy of Parks on Tap, Fairmount Park Conservancy, and the Healing Through the Land grassroots initiative.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
-1:30 PM: We Walk We Stroll – meet at the Dell parking lot
-2 PM: Dancing With Charlie on the Strawberry Mansion Bridge
-2:30-2:40 PM: Short break and transition
-2:40 PM; Stepping with Marvette on Strawberry Mansion Bridge
-3:15 Parks on Tap drinks and food
ABOUT MARVETTE: Marvette is a wonderful group fitness, Zumba, and Xtreme hip hop step instructor. Marvette led the water Zumba and aerobics class at several park and rec pools during the summer. Marvette creates a joy-filled experience designed for all levels, making it accessible and motivating for everyone! Join Marvette on Mondays at BeautiFitStrong. Sign up for her upcoming classes located on Mindbody and follow her on social @happilyever12.
ABOUT CHARLIE: Dancing With Charlie (DWC) is all about bringing people together through movement, fun, and culture. Led by Charlie Mont, DWC specializes in line dance experiences that get everyone on their feet. From classic steps to fresh new grooves, Charlie creates a welcoming space where dance connects community. Follow him on social @dancingwith_charlie.
ABOUT WE WALK: We Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health.
TICKETS: Free, please RSVP
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Please dress according to weather conditions and wear good walking shoes.
- Bring your own water (drinking water is not available in the park).
- Bring bug spray and sunscreen.
- There are bathroom facilities at Parks on Tap but not at the start of the walk.
- Special notes for the beer garden: The beer garden is 21+ to enter with valid, government-issued photo identification. Children, families, and anyone under 21 are welcome to join as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
PARKING/GETTING THERE: Meet for the walk at the Dell Music Center parking lot (2400 Strawberry Mansion Drive, Philadelphia PA). There is parking in the lot across from the Dell and also along Strawberry Mansion Drive. As always, never leave valuables in your car!
QUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
Enjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure, expanding people-centered programs, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org