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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

The year of the dragon soars into summer 2024 as the spectacular Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square brings light and culture with magnificent steel-framed and silk-wrapped giant lighted artistic sculptures. The popular 200-foot-long dragon returns along with never-before-seen giant lantern displays. In addition […]

Independence Weekend on the Waterfront

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia

Celebrate Independence Day with an epic weekend on the Delaware River Waterfront with MORE fun than ever, featuring Fireworks at 9:30 pm on June 29 only. Festivities are free and open to the public. Food, drink, and select amenities are pay-as-you-go. All ages are welcome.   […]

Red, White, Blue & You Wheels in the Windows

Germantown Ave. 9601 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia

Beginning Saturday, June 29, store windows along Chestnut Hill's Germantown Avenue will be transformed into a vibrant display of patriotic pride in anticipation of the Fourth of July celebrations. Once again, local businesses are partnering with children and families to adorn their storefronts with creative […]

Event Series The Art of the Brick

The Art of the Brick

Franklin Institute 222 North 20th St, Philadelphia

Named one of CNN's Top Ten "Global Must-See Exhibitions," The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a critically acclaimed collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from one of the most recognizable toys in the world: the LEGO® brick. From child's toy to sophisticated art form and beyond, the […]

Event Series AdventureWoods at Awbury

Adventure Woods at Awbury Arboretum

AdventureWoods at Awbury Arboretum 6060 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia

From April through October 2024, AdventureWoods will be free and open to the public during the following times, weather permitting: ❦ Saturdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ❦ Sundays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM What is a natural materials playground? It is a […]

Event Series Family Funday Sunday

Family Funday Sunday

Spruce Street Harbor Park 401 S Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia

Head down to Spruce Street Harbor Park on the Philly waterfront for free, Family Funday Sunday — every Sunday this summer from 11 am to 3 pm. There will be fun fitness classes, crafts, and activities, with pop-up play each week. Start your day with […]

Roller Skating at Dilworth Park

Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia

The Rothman Roller Rink has returned for a fourth season at Dilworth Park! The rink is colorful and retro-inspired, featuring a checkerboard floor and an art installation overhead composed of multicolored fabric by Lucky Dog Studio.   Throughout the season there will be fun events, […]

Gospel On Independence: Featuring Tamela Mann

Independence National Historical Park Philadelphia

Join in for a moving and soul-stirring performance by the Welcome America Mass Choir under the direction of Austin Woodlin and Zak Williams, debuting Created 4 This dance ensemble and 215 Gospel performers. This year’s performance, hosted by WDAS Patty Jackson, pays tribute to 1 Corinthians 13:13 – And now abide […]