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One of the largest ice cream festivals in America is back on Filbert Street this summer, hosted by Reading Terminal Market and Bassetts Ice Cream. In addition to Bassetts, 10 local ice cream artisans will join in the fun alongside Reading Terminal Market merchants. Visitors […]
The 31st Annual Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival features more than 200 artists showcasing the best of fine art and craft from the region and beyond. Also for families, enjoy face painters, henna, and Morgan & Olivia’s Unique Boutique Slime Shop, where kids can […]
Enjoy live jazz, food trucks, crafts, and art vendors in a lively atmosphere suitable for all ages!
This family-friendly, dog-friendly, night-time festival will feature dozens of food trucks, shopping vendors, kids activities such as paint-your-own pumpkins & games, live music, and entertainment. Beverages, beers, and cocktails will be available from places such as Standard Tap, El Camino Real, Urban Village Brewing Co., […]
Summer in the Fishtown District is heating up with the return of The Under the El Bazaar! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 28, and join in the festivities again on July 26 and August 23, from 12 pm to 7:00 pm. Come and watch […]
Attend the BlackStar Film Festival, an annual celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the global majority, showcasing genre-defying films by Black, Brown, and Indigenous people from around the world. The 2025 BlackStar Film Festival will take place July 31 – Aug 3 along […]
One of the Philadelphia's biggest street festivals, with live local music on multiple stages, food trucks, local artisans, family fun, and vendors.
Move to the lively rhythms of West African drumming, dynamic dance, and high-energy musical performances at this joyful celebration of African culture. Enjoy vibrant market stalls, traditional food, and activities for kids while making lasting memories with your family and friends. Part of the PECO […]
*Assembly Required has partnered with POP Solutions to presents Philadelphia's first and only Designer Toy Art Festival! Exhibition and Event with over 100 artists, vendors, brands, and more! All-ages experience with amazing toy art, live DJ'ing, delicious food & drinks - complete with collectible cans! […]
Port Richmond's Pierogi Fest features delicious pierogies, live music, and fun activities for the whole family. Indulge in a variety of pierogi flavors from traditional potato and cheese to unique combinations like bacon and cheddar or spinach and feta. There will also be food trucks […]
Look for Dog Day of Summer activities, food, and shopping to be spread throughout locations in downtown Manayunk, including Canal View Park, Richards Apex, Manayunk’s Art Allies, and in front of select businesses on Main Street. Two-legged friends welcome! Visit the website below for vendors […]
Step into a world of dazzling colors and festive energy at this annual Festival of India featuring classical dance, Bollywood hits, henna art, Indian street food, and artisan shopping. Perfect for all ages, it will be an uplifting day of multicultural fun, sights, and flavors […]
Enjoy a festival bursting with reggae beats, Caribbean dance, delicious cuisine, and a marketplace full of crafts and culture. The Caribbean Festival brings a tropical flair to Philadelphia, welcoming families to sway, sample, and celebrate together by the river! This event is part of the […]
Summer in the Fishtown District is heating up with the return of The Under the El Bazaar! Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 28, and join in the festivities again on July 26 and August 23, from 12 pm to 7:00 pm. Come and watch […]
Celebrate The Ukrainian American Sport Center’s 75th Anniversary! Experience the rich culture, color, and spirit of Ukraine at the 2025 Ukrainian Folk Festival, marking 34 years of Ukraine’s independence. Enjoy a dazzling outdoor stage show (1:30–4:30 PM), live orchestra music (4:30–8:00 PM), Ukrainian food and […]
Logan Township, New Jersey, and the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show will be hosting the ULTIMATE Toy, Comic, & Collectibles show featuring Vendors, Cosplay Groups, Games, and a day of affordable family fun! This event will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the […]
A vibrant, free, community celebration with music, food, art, performers, and activities for all ages!
Enjoy authentic German food, folk traditions, live music, and family fun at Philadelphia’s oldest German festival!
Enjoy authentic German food, folk traditions, live music, and family fun at Philadelphia’s oldest German festival!
Enjoy authentic German food, folk traditions, live music, and family fun at Philadelphia’s oldest German festival!
The Philadelphia Honey Festival at Wyck is a sweet finish to the summer season! Hosted in partnership with the Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild, the festival offers a variety of activities that celebrate and educate about an important friend, the honey bee! This always-popular event includes honey […]
Head to Circa Green Rooftop on September 13th for Root 2 Fruit, a transformative wellness festival that is designed to nurture individual and community growth. There will be art, music and dance, vendors, food, workshops, and more! Click the link below to donate, volunteer at, […]
The number of parks throughout Philadelphia increases dramatically each year on the third Friday in September, when activists, artists, architects, and other citizens transform metered parking spaces into temporary public parks. Known as PARKing) Day, this annual event re-imagines the possibilities of 140 square feet […]
Apple Festival: 11 am – 2 pm Pawpaw Palooza: 12 – 4 pm Join POP, Woodford Mansion, and Fair Amount Food Forest for Woodford’s 16th Annual Community Apple Festival (now featuring Pawpaws as well!). Activities will include: fresh cider making apple & pawpaw tasting pawpaw […]
Enjoy live performances, painting, a panel discussion, and a marketplace celebrating indigenous arts and culture at the 6th Annual We Are the Seeds Philly event. This year, there will be a pow-wow, beautiful dancers representing a diversity of styles and regions. The weekend will be […]
Enjoy live performances, painting, a panel discussion, and a marketplace celebrating indigenous arts and culture at the 6th Annual We Are the Seeds Philly event. This year, there will be a pow-wow, beautiful dancers representing a diversity of styles and regions. The weekend will be […]
Harvest Jawn is South Philly Food Co-Op's autumnal festival, taking place on Juniper St. Between Snyder & Mckean from 12PM to 4PM, this fall block party style event will feature food trucks, craft fair, live music, DJ, and tons of fall family fun! This is […]
This family-friendly, dog-friendly, night-time festival will feature dozens of food trucks, shopping vendors, kids activities such as paint-your-own pumpkins & games, live music, and entertainment. Beverages, beers, and cocktails will be available from places such as Standard Tap, El Camino Real, Urban Village Brewing Co., […]
The Delaware River Festival is back for another year along the Delaware River! Connecting both the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts, join the annual event that features family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning opportunities. Whether you want to enjoy free ferry rides, museum visits, pedal […]
The Mutt Strut is the must-attend fall festival for dogs and the people who love them! Join PAWS at The Navy Yard on Saturday, October 4 for a scenic walk and family-friendly festival with plenty of fun for humans and dogs alike. Enjoy activities and […]
Manayunk is excited to be bringing back Out & About in MNYK to Main Street! In honor of National Coming Out Day in October, Out & About in MNYK will host LGBTQ+ artists, performers, organizations, and entertainment to promote Manayunk as a safe place that […]
Pepsi® Philly Eats Fest is bringing together beloved local eateries, football fans, and an all-star musical line-up on Saturday, October 4th from 12-5:00 pm at Eakins Oval. The event will celebrate Philly’s best bites and iconic flavors, spotlighting nine local restaurants from across the city, […]
Come on, vamanos! Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month and discover art in motion. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Art Kids Studio | South Vaulted Walkway Zoom, vroom, or sail your way through a project celebrating art on the move. 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Sensory-Friendly Quiet Zone | […]
Bring the whole family to one of the area’s largest harvest celebrations! Explore over 100 craft and food vendors, classic cars, live music, stage shows, bounce houses, pony rides, a petting zoo, and fun for all ages along Clements Bridge Road. Barrington, NJ is about […]
Calling all Geeks and Nerds! Join the first ever Geeks and Nerd Festival to be held on Saturday October 18, 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Event Center at Ramoth Church located at 2727 N. Delsea Dr. in Vineland, New Jersey. Get […]
