The Best Things To Do in Philly with Kids

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Summer Sounds Concert Series at Spruce Street Harbor Park

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The last Saturday of each month, come to Spruce Harbor Park for a free concert featuring emerging and established bands from the Philadelphia region and beyond. This Saturday, June 28 features Steal Your Peach, Allman Bothers & Grateful Dead Mashup Tribute. Free and open to […]

Salute to Independence Parade

Bring your lawn chairs and the entire family and take a seat along the parade route to experience a visual and musical extravaganza celebrating our nation. This year’s parade begins with a traveling dance production set to the music of a special song written by the parade producer […]

Wawa Welcome America July 4th Fest

Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert and Fireworks feature Hip-Hop Trailblazer LL COOL J with DJ Z-Trip on the turntables. The evening will also feature a performance from GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B singer and songwriter, and Philadelphia native, Jazmine Sullivan. Produced in partnership with Live […]

Garden Jams: West Philadelphia Orchestra

Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Known for stellar musicianship and dynamic live shows, West Philadelphia Orchestra (WPO) is a brass band inspired by the Romani brass “orkestras” and “fanfares” of Eastern Europe. The band’s sound is large, loud, and extremely danceable. WPO began as a village band for their neighborhood in 2006, […]

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Jazz Under the Stars: Kim Waters

The Mann Center 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Experience the enchantment of jazz like never before with the Mann’s Jazz Under The Stars series! Taking place on the Presser Foundation Stage in the TD Pavilion, the series highlights contemporary jazz artists, a beloved subgenre for enthusiasts and the perfect introduction for newcomers. Jazz […]

The Katika Festival

The Lawn at uCity Square 37th & Filbert Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Creed Concert at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion

Freedom Mortgage Pavilion 1 Harbour Boulevard, Camden, PA, United States

See Creed's Summer of '99 Tour at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. Tickets can be purchased at the link below.

125 Years of The Philadelphia Orchestra

The Mann Center 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Celebrate the 125th anniversary of The Philadelphia Orchestra as it returns to its summer home at the TD Pavilion at the Mann on July 23 for an evening of classical music hits, led by Assistant Conductor Naomi Woo. The evening will begin with two of […]

A Championship Season with The Philadelphia Orchestra

The Mann Center 5201 Parkside Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Mann Center, the Philadelphia Eagles, and NFL Films take center stage this summer to celebrate another Eagles Championship Season with this special concert event hosted by the “Voice of the Eagles,” Merrill Reese. Relive NFL Films’ stunning video highlights of the Philadelphia Eagles’ 2024 […]

Port Richmond Pierogi Fest

Campbell Square 2535 E Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

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 […]

Ukrainian Folk Festival and Outdoor Summer Concert 2025

Ukrainian American Sport Center Lower State and County Line Roads, Horsham, PA, United States

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 […]