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People from Philadelphia will participate in a competition resembling Rocky and Adrian.

    Philadelphians will channel their inner Italian Stallion at Rocky, Adrian look-alike contest
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    Couples who may not be the most graceful on skates or dates can find joy in their awkwardness at Philadelphia’s RockyFest. The event, set to take place at the University of Pennsylvania’s 1923 Ice Rink, will feature a contest for the best Rocky and Adrian look-alikes.

    The event is inspired by the iconic 1976 film and aims to recreate the memorable first date between Rocky and Adrian. While Rocky doesn’t actually ice skate in the scene, he clumsily accompanies Paulie’s sister as she struggles to stay on her feet.

    The lucky winners of the look-alike contest will be treated to a dinner at the renowned Victor Café in South Philadelphia. At this unique eatery, diners are serenaded by opera-singing servers. Additionally, the prize package includes a hotel stay and a $250 gift certificate to a shop specializing in Rocky-themed merchandise.

    Philadelphia served as a backdrop to the popular Rocky franchise, something the city is celebrating nearly 50 years later with a five-day festival that grew out of the inaugural Rocky Day last year.

    The events this week have included a mural unveiling, movie marathons, talks on the enduring appeal of the Sylvester Stallone character and a bus tour of favorite scenes.

    Meanwhile, a second cast of the Rocky statue was unveiled at the top of the Rocky steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art — the original was featured in “Rocky III” — and will remain there through Dec. 31.

    “This statue represents everything that the Rocky films stand for: resilience, heart, and the unbreakable bond between Rocky and the people of Philadelphia,” Stallone said in a statement.

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