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Chestnut Hill Farmers’ Market Saturdays from 9am to 12pm Germantown Ave & Winston Lane The list of expected vendors is subject to change without notice. https://www.farmtocitymarkets.com/markets/chestnut-hill
Celebrate Black creativity, culture, and community at the Lansdowne Juneteenth Market & Block Party! Held in the heart of Lansdowne, this family-friendly event features local Black-owned businesses, artists, and food vendors. Kicking off with the Lansdowne Farmers Market, the day builds into a lively block […]
Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. Gather around to sing songs, read stories, and enjoy free play afterward.
The Winter 2025 term of Suzuki Pre-Twinkle will run January 18 through March 22. Pre-Twinkle Classes provide opportunities for very young children to develop basic musicianship and readiness skills for success in the Suzuki approach. A core component of Pre-Twinkle classes at Temple Music Prep […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
Join Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives for a Kid's Craft Drop-in class, on the third Saturday of each month. Each month will be a new theme.
Celebrate Juneteenth at the Roxborough YMCA (7201 Ridge Ave)! Enjoy music, dancing, local vendors, community partners, and more at this free, family-friendly event. Open to everyone—no registration or membership required!
World Cafe Live is celebrating International Music Day, June 21st, with a FREE family Bridge Session, an interactive, educational music performance! Beginning at 10:30am, families can browse Wolrd Cafe Live's Philly partner organizations' tables with interactive activities, books, local resources, or take pictures at our […]
Meet the Women of the 18th Century representing the diverse population of Colonial Philadelphia at the Betsy Ross House! Learn about their lives and the era they lived in by hearing their true, interactive stories.
One-of-a-kind award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches are located throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened. Specially-trained, uniformed storytellers delight and entertain with free, short 3-to-5-minute stories while sharing the secrets of Philadelphia’s […]
Celebrate the 36th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival with friends and family! This festival boasts around 300 artists that specialize in eight different mediums, including glass, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, painting & drawing, photography, mixed media, and wood & sculpture. Attendees can enjoy the incredible artistry while […]
Experience history come alive as Historic Philadelphia, Inc. (HPI) and the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation present The Official Historic Philadelphia Walking Tour. Join a captivating History Maker as they guide you through America’s most historic square mile, bringing the past to life with authentic stories […]
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher initiative focused on contributing creative and marketing resources to new merchants, restaurant owners, and market vendors completely free of charge. From product and food photography to digital marketing and branding, Fleisher’s intent is to capture the natural intersection between […]
Volunteer Days involve packing food boxes at The Mama-Tee Pop-Up Grocery Store™ (2203 Washington Ave) and delivering them to the Mama-Tee Fridge locations throughout the city. Their mission is to provide nourishing food to low-income communities in Philadelphia that are experiencing food insecurity. They believe […]
Head to the Christian Street YMCA (1724 Christian Street) for the Juneteenth Block Party at the Y! Celebrate with food, music, local Black-owned businesses, giveaways, and a special performance of No Longer Bound: The Musical. This free event is open to all — no registration […]
The Women's Coalition for Empowerment, Inc. is in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Wine & Arts Festival! This event celebrates Juneteenth and Black culture through wine tastings, art exhibits, and live music performances. This is a family-friendly event […]
Experience history come alive as Historic Philadelphia, Inc. (HPI) and the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation present The Official Historic Philadelphia Walking Tour. Join a captivating History Maker as they guide you through America’s most historic square mile, bringing the past to life with authentic stories […]
The Delaware Valley Opera Company (DVOC) invites the community to a Juneteenth Celebration Concert on June 21st at 3PM! This special event will showcase the music of William Grant Still and the poetry of Langston Hughes, two iconic African American artists of the 20th century. […]
Pig Iron Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Franklin's Key, a thrilling sci-fi adventure reimagining Benjamin Franklin’s legacy in an alternate universe where science and magic collide. This visually stunning production blends Philadelphia’s rich history with breathtaking stage illusions by Skylar Fox (Harry Potter […]
Don’t miss a magical evening on June 21 as GRAMMY® Award winner Cynthia Erivo performs live with the GRAMMY Award–winning Philadelphia Orchestra at TD Pavilion at the Mann. This unforgettable concert will feature iconic music made famous by the greatest female vocalists of all time, […]
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, […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
One-of-a-kind award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches are located throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened. Specially-trained, uniformed storytellers delight and entertain with free, short 3-to-5-minute stories while sharing the secrets of Philadelphia’s […]
Celebrate the 36th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival with friends and family! This festival boasts around 300 artists that specialize in eight different mediums, including glass, ceramics, jewelry, fibers, painting & drawing, photography, mixed media, and wood & sculpture. Attendees can enjoy the incredible artistry while […]
Now + Then Marketplace returns to Eakins Oval on Sunday, June 22 for its 4th year, bringing over 100 local vendors to the iconic steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Kick off summer with local shopping, entertainment, mini golf, and a cold beer in […]
Celebrate summer’s arrival with an afternoon of nature-inspired artmaking at The Random Tea Room. Using seasonal flowers, leaves, and dye plants, participants will create botanical prints on tea towels through a simple leaf and flower pounding technique called tatakizome or hapazome. Sip herbal infusions as […]
Activities include boat building, puppet making, and even constructing a working catapult. Each week promises captivating experiences for kids of all ages with a new make-and-take activity. This event is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Activities are available on […]
Pig Iron Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Franklin's Key, a thrilling sci-fi adventure reimagining Benjamin Franklin’s legacy in an alternate universe where science and magic collide. This visually stunning production blends Philadelphia’s rich history with breathtaking stage illusions by Skylar Fox (Harry Potter […]
Celebrate Solstice Weekend with a free, family-friendly Community Nature Walk in Wissahickon Park on Sunday, 6/22 at 4 PM! Meet at PAPERtrail Bike Cafe for a storytime, then enjoy a gentle 1-mile walk through the woods. Perfect for all ages—especially little explorers! Bring water, snacks, […]
Brittany Lynn and her drag troupe have been performing for over twenty years — with shows at casinos, restaurants, and concert venues all over the tri-state area. Serving you the best in celebrity impersonation, this is the closest thing to real celebrities you'll get to […]
Pig Iron Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Franklin's Key, a thrilling sci-fi adventure reimagining Benjamin Franklin’s legacy in an alternate universe where science and magic collide. This visually stunning production blends Philadelphia’s rich history with breathtaking stage illusions by Skylar Fox (Harry Potter […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
There is overwhelming evidence that reading, singing, and gesturing with young children daily brings exceptional, permanent benefits. And the research is clear: this is one area where earlier is better. Join Librarian Miss Pam to read, sing, count, practice Spanish and ASL and have adventures […]
One-of-a-kind award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches are located throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened. Specially-trained, uniformed storytellers delight and entertain with free, short 3-to-5-minute stories while sharing the secrets of Philadelphia’s […]
