Growing Towards the Sun features work by painter Elizabeth Castiglione and sculptor Emily Squires Levine. Both artists play with the idea of flowers to represent the human experience, from Emily’s playful depictions of bushes and bouquets to Elizabeth’s balance of growth and decay in her
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 day
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
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,
Find out where to enjoy fireworks in Philly all season long, from neighborhood celebrations to post-game festivities
Bring your friends and family to the Penn Museum for FREE during Wawa Welcome America, the nation’s largest July 4th celebration! Discover 10,000 years of shared humanity—from ancient Middle Eastern cities to Native American communities today. Explore vibrant cultures of Africa, Asia, the Mediterranean, and the
The East Kensington Arts Committee (EKAC), in partnership with East Kensington Neighbors Association (EKNA), proudly presents the first annual Kensington Queer Circus Fest—the neighborhood’s PRIDE celebration! This vibrant, free event on June 28, 2025, from 3–9 PM on Martha Street (between York and Hagert) blends queer
Third Thursdays at the National Liberty Museum offer a unique opportunity to enjoy the Museum after hours in a lively, social atmosphere. Held monthly, these evening events invite guests to sip specialty cocktails and mocktails, enjoy live music, performance art, hands-on workshops, and more. Each
Immerse yourself in this breathtaking Chinese tradition from June 20 through August 31
Discover Philadelphia public pools for summer 2025, with free swim lessons, daily open swim hours, and a full schedule by location and date.
