Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia
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Week of Events
One Philly Unity Concert for America and Fireworks Display
In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, join the festivities in the nation’s largest free concert! Hosted by Wanda Sykes, catch performances from other big names like Christina Aguilera, Will Smith, The Roots, Jill Scott, and more. This massive celebration will conclude with a dazzling display […]
Monday, June 29, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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June 30, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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June 30, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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June 30, 2026 -Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
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June 30, 2026 -Kidfest at Mario Lanza Park
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Free
Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is back for 2026! During the Festival, Franklin Square is open and free during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will be fully open and free both daytime and during the evening hours, accessible only from […]
$16 – $32
Kidfest at Mario Lanza Park
Join us for the free Kidfest presented by Friends of Mario Lanza Park! Programming includes fun, kid-friendly events on Tuesday evenings in June. On June 9, celebrate with Mister John's Music in an interactive sing-along! On June 16, wear your favorite costume and bring a […]
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
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July 1, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 1, 2026 -Wawa Hoagie Day
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July 1, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
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July 1, 2026 -Beat a Historian: Trivia With Jon Meacham
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July 1, 2026 -A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Free
Wawa Hoagie Day
Celebrate one of Philadelphia’s favorite modern summer traditions in the heart of the Historic District: Wawa Hoagie Day! Join thousands of locals and visitors to honor local heroes and enjoy a performance by Voices of Service. Free Wawa Shorti Hoagies will be served at noon […]
Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]
Beat a Historian: Trivia With Jon Meacham
Think you know American history better than Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and National Constitution Center Semiquincentennial Scholar Jon Meacham? Put your knowledge to the test in this lively trivia showdown featuring questions from the Center’s special America’s 250th edition of Trivial Pursuit: Exploring America’s Story. Whether […]
A Case for Magic: For Lovers of Magic… and Their Ambivalent Friends at Parkway Central Library
Featuring Award-Winning Philadelphia Magician Robert Malissa Join us for a special hometown performance before Robert Malissa takes his acclaimed show A Case for Magic to the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August! Whether you’re a lifelong magic lover or the “ambivalent friend” dragged along for […]
Free
Thursday, July 2, 2026
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July 2, 2026 -Red, White, & Blue To-Do
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July 2, 2026 -Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
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July 2, 2026 -Ministry of Awe
Red, White, & Blue To-Do
Philadelphia is pulling out all the stops for July 2, 2026! The Red, White, & Blue To-Do will take place throughout Philadelphia's Historic District from 7 am through the evening, and the full schedule has officially been announced. The day kicks off at 7 am […]
Wish Wall at Parkway Central Library
What do you want America to be like in the future? Perhaps you have a wish for your own future? Visit our wish wall, located in the 2nd Floor West Gallery, and write or draw your vision for our nation's future. Your wish will then […]
Free
Ministry of Awe
Ministry of Awe is a new, ever-evolving immersive art experience in Philadelphia that's located inside a 19th-century bank and transformed into a surreal world packed with fun for the family. Each act of wonder yields infinite returns. When visitors enter the ATM, they end up […]
Friday, July 3, 2026
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July 3, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 3, 2026 -Free Museum Day: Historic St. George’s Museum
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July 3, 2026 -First Friday presented by Fulton Bank at Cherry Street Pier
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July 3, 2026 -Artist and Artisans Market 2026 at Cherry Street Pier
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July 3, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
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July 3, 2026 -World Cup Block Parties on East Passyunk Ave
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July 3, 2026 -Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
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July 3, 2026 -Ikechi Onyenaka at Spruce Street Harbor Park Summer Concert Series
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July 3, 2026 -Friday Night Jazz Series
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
Free Museum Day: Historic St. George’s Museum
Stop by Historic St.George's from 11am-4pm to try out water marbling and make gorgeous wax seals. Plus, check out the temporary July 4th exhibits.
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First Friday presented by Fulton Bank at Cherry Street Pier
Join in on the first Friday of each month for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, and stunning views of the Delaware River. All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. First Friday dates: June 5, July 3, August […]
Artist and Artisans Market 2026 at Cherry Street Pier
Shop local at the Artist and Artisans Market on select Fridays and Sundays at the Pier.
Free
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]
World Cup Block Parties on East Passyunk Ave
Fútbol fanatics in South Philly are gathering on the streets to celebrate three major matches in late June and early July. Join the street parties as retail blocks transform into buzzing fan zones, diverse food pop-ups, and specialized live entertainment. June 19, 2026: block party […]
Free
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is back for 2026! During the Festival, Franklin Square is open and free during regular daytime hours. The Franklin Square Playground will be fully open and free both daytime and during the evening hours, accessible only from […]
$16 – $32
Ikechi Onyenaka at Spruce Street Harbor Park Summer Concert Series
Ikechi Onyenaka is an American jazz saxophonist, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and recording artist from Upper Darby, Pennsylvania on the rise in the Philly music scene. Through emotionally driven saxophone melodies, atmospheric piano chords, and immaculate bass lines, Ikechi Onyenaka has truly created his own lane in […]
Friday Night Jazz Series
Families can catch free live jazz on the waterfront at Spruce Street Harbor Park, featuring an exceptional lineup of musicians in partnership with Rising Sun Presents. Think skyline views, soulful music, food, drinks, and a laid-back lounge atmosphere. Open to all ages and not to […]
Saturday, July 4, 2026
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July 4, 2026 -4th of July – At the Lansdowne Farmers Market
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July 4, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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July 4, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 4, 2026 -Independence Day: America’s 250th Birthday
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July 4, 2026 -Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park
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July 4, 2026 -Schoolhouse Rock Live!
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July 4, 2026 -July 4th FreedomFest
4th of July – At the Lansdowne Farmers Market
Red, White & Boom at the Market Join the Lansdowne Farmers Market for a joyful, rhythm-filled Fourth of July weekend celebration featuring music, creativity, community connection, and local history! This year’s market day will feature a lively community drum circle — and everyone is invited […]
Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
Independence Day: America’s 250th Birthday
For America’s 250th birthday, dive into the Declaration, walk among the founders, and explore the ideas behind the Revolution that still shape our nation today. There’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Kids and families can experience special performances of Schoolhouse Rock Live!, […]
Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park
Families and individuals can start their Saturdays with movement, mindfulness, and waterfront views at Tai Chi at Spruce Street Harbor Park. This relaxing weekly experience combines Tai Chi and guided meditation on the park's double-decker barge along the Delaware River. Focused on slow, intentional movement […]
Schoolhouse Rock Live!
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a special family-friendly performance of Schoolhouse Rock Live! presented by Theatrebam Chicago and co-produced by Temple University School of Theater, Film and Media Arts (TFMA) featuring all Philadelphia artists. Kids and their caregivers are invited to sing along together at […]
July 4th FreedomFest
July 4th FreedomFest is an annual Independence Day celebration at Pleasant Hill Park in Northeast Philadelphia. It is an inclusive, free, family-friendly festival along the Delaware River. Enjoy live music, local performers, arts and culture activities, recreation, food vendors, and community programming in one of […]
Sunday, July 5, 2026
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July 5, 2026 -Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
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July 5, 2026 -July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
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July 5, 2026 -Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park
Families are warmly invited to discover the Southeast Asian Market in FDR Park, a Philadelphia tradition over 35 years in the making, officially opening for the 2026 season on Saturday, April 4 and open every weekend until October 31. More than a market, this vibrant […]
July 4th Fest at Sesame Place Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday from July 3 - July 5 at Sesame Place Philadelphia! Everyone's favorite friends will be available for a Meet & Greet in patriotic attire, and guests can watch as the spectacular “C is for Celebrate” Fireworks light up the sky above […]
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest is one of the Philadelphia Waterfront's most beloved summertime traditions. The festival features roller skating, outdoor boardwalk games and rides, mini golf, and great food and drinks, all set against stunning views of the Delaware River and the Ben Franklin […]