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This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
This summer is all about you! Jump-start your epic summer with an action-packed opening day weekend at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest. All ages are welcome. The site is free and open to the public, but skating, amusements, food, and drinks are available on […]
Historic Rittenhouse Town Fair is a site-wide free event with tours, hearth cooking, activities, hikes, vendors, craftsman, artisans, food, drinks and more! Come watch the site transform back into the busy village it once was for a day of fun.
West Philly Porchfest is an annual do-it-yourself music festival, featuring musicians of all kinds playing free shows on porches throughout the neighborhood. Created by and for West Philadelphia residents, the festival seeks to represent and celebrate the community’s broad musical and cultural diversity.
Join the community for the Philly Pride March and Festival! March: Step-off: 11 AM at 6th & Walnut Route: West along Walnut to 11th & Walnut (Festival entrance) Festival: Time: 12 PM – 7 PM Location: Gayborhood open-street festival Full lineup & zone map Features six entertainment zones (Visibility, Unity, […]
Head to Evil Genius' Fishtown taproom for their Pride Block Party. There will be a DJ, LGBTQ+ owned vendors, face painting, food trucks, and more! They are also re-releasing their charity brew, "#LoveisLove" exclusively at their taproom and will donate a portion of the funds […]
Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, refreshing drinks, and country music! The Bacon, Beer, Bourbon & Country Music Festival features live performances from a mix of well-known artists and rising stars, a selection of savory eats, and tastings of both beer and bourbon—plus the beautiful […]
Morey's Piers is thrilled to announce their "Kick Off to Summer" event benefitting the Eagles Autism Foundation. You don't want to miss this incredible event, featuring appearances by Eagles players, SWOOP, the official Eagles mascot, and Eagles Cheerleaders! You might spot a player bartending at […]
Bring the whole family for a festival filled with joyful performance, live DJ sets, captivating storytelling, and hands-on activities for all ages. Support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from local food trucks. The Juneteenth Festival will open access to the Penn Museum’s […]
Join the African American Museum in Philadelphia for "Audacious Freedom: Celebrating 160 Years of Emancipation", a Juneteenth block party including free museum admission! This family-friendly outdoor festival will be led by Philadelphia’s own Patty Jackson from iHeart Radio and WDAS-FM, featuring Grammy Award-winning DJ and […]
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square is a celebration of light and culture featuring silk-wrapped steel-framed sculptures lighting up the night sky. The sculptures are larger than life and include archways, pop-culture references, mechanical sculptures, and more all done in brilliant colors. Enjoy […]
This year, Ensemble Arts is partying outside and in, with a range of performances taking place on a pop-up stage at Broad and Spruce Streets. Audiences can expect some of Broadway’s finest performers, performing selections from the upcoming 2025-26 Broadway season shows, as well as […]
The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival, started by the Pennsylvania Juneteenth Initiative, is the largest annual celebration in the nation attended by thousands where we join together to have fun, embrace our history and continue the tradition of Kujichagulia (self-determination). Over the past five years, […]
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is kicking off Independence Weekend early with three evenings packed with free entertainment along the waterfront! From Friday, June 27th, to Sunday, June 29th, enjoy live music ranging from nostalgic MTV-era tribute bands to patriotic performances by the U.S. […]
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is kicking off Independence Weekend early with three evenings packed with free entertainment along the waterfront! From Friday, June 27th, to Sunday, June 29th, enjoy live music ranging from nostalgic MTV-era tribute bands to patriotic performances by the U.S. […]
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 […]
The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) is kicking off Independence Weekend early with three evenings packed with free entertainment along the waterfront! From Friday, June 27th, to Sunday, June 29th, enjoy live music ranging from nostalgic MTV-era tribute bands to patriotic performances by the U.S. […]
Join Bok in South Philly for their 9th annual BOK Party. Enjoy performances by local dance groups, activities for kids, live music, craft vendors, and drinks by Bok Bar for a joy-filled day that embodies the community spirit of Bok and the neighborhood!
A vibrant display of patriotic celebration, Red, White, & Blue To-Do features flag raising, events at historic sites and museums, and the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade with red wagon floats and entertainment, as well as an All American Block Party supported […]
Celebrate the Fourth up high! Sunset Social's 4th of July party means rooftop fun, DJ Stevie B, face painting & $10 meal deals. Free entry—starts at noon on Cira Green!
Get ready for the 2025 4th of July FreedomFest! Head to Pleasant Hill Park on the Delaware River at Linden Ave for an evening packed with fun. Starting at 5 PM, you'll find dazzling fireworks, a variety of vendors, delicious food trucks, and refreshing beer […]
Welcome to the July 4th Freedom Festival at Pleasant Hill Park! Celebrate America's independence with live music, delicious food vendors and a beer garden, ferris wheel rides, and (of course) spectacular fireworks.
Riverfront North Partnership, in partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and The Circuit Trails, invites everyone to celebrate the opening of Philly's newest waterfront park! Come on down to Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park on July 12, 2025 between 10:00 AM and 2:00PM for a […]
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 […]
The Katika Festival offers a delightful day for families brimming with food, music, and entertainment suitable for both kids and adults. It showcases an array of black-owned food trucks, artists, DJs, and vendors from across the tri-state area. There will be live musical performances, a […]
