‘Celebrating Our Independence In Philadelphia!’
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With the many FREE museum exhibits, U.S. Army Band Concert & Waterfront Fireworks, many 4th of July events and activities, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), WAWA Hoagie Day, 1776 Revolutionary War Encampment Experience, Summer Beer Garden at the Mütter Museum, POPS on Independence at Independence Hall, Fireworks & Fountains: Star Spangled Banner at Longwood Gardens, Celebration of Freedom Ceremony, Independence Day Parade, 4th of July Fireworks, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Summer Nights at the Penn Museum, Center City Sips, Parks On Tap, Old City Eats, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens, Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of July ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for July 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
U.S. Army Band Concert & Waterfront Fireworks ~ July 1 ~ FREE – Held at The Great Plaza on Penn’s Landing at 101 S. Columbus BLVD. Join the U.S. Army Field Band for a musical celebration of American independence in the city where it all began. Come early to enjoy music by DJ Cutmaster while scaling up the U.S. Army rock climbing wall and participating in interactive activities with the U.S. Army and other sponsors. The evening concludes with a breathtaking fireworks finale choreographed to a soundtrack featuring the Great American Orators. ~ U.S. Army Band Concert & Waterfront Fireworks ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ July 1 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities – July 1 – 4 ~ FREE (some events/activities) Our complete guide. Enjoy free museum days, free concerts, free movies, free kids activities, free WAWA hoagie day, fireworks, Independence Day Parade, block party and more! ~ WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 1 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 1 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 1 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 1 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ July 1 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ July 1 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 1 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Franklin Square ~ Now Open 2019 ~ Enjoy mini-golf, a carousel, food and drink options and an outdoor space for kids or to simply hang out at Franklin Square. ~ Franklin Square ~
The Rail Park Opening ~ Open ~ This awesome new public space is FREE to the public. This space allows visitors to enjoy seating, public art, greenery and elevated city views! The area stretches from Broad and Noble streets, jumps up to the Reading Viaduct overhead and ends above the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. ~ The Rail Park Opening ~
WAWA Hoagie Day ~ July 2 ~ FREE – Noon – 2 pm – Location: Independence Mall, Market Street Between 5th and 6th Streets FREE – Your lunch is on WAWA! Enjoy a free hoagie, chips, a Tastykake and drink. This event is in honor of local and national heroes including members of the military, fire and police departments. Enjoy shows by the USO Show Troupe. ~ WAWA Hoagie Day ~
WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities – July 2 – 4 ~ FREE (some events/activities) Our complete guide. Enjoy free museum days, free concerts, free movies, free kids activities, free WAWA hoagie day, fireworks, Independence Day Parade, block party and more! ~ WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities ~
1776 Revolutionary War Encampment Experience ~July 2 – 4 ~ FREE – From 10:00 am – 5:00 pm at National Constitution Center (Front Lawn) at 525 Arch Street. Experience the life of an American Revolutionary War soldier through a recreated historic military encampment. Guests will be able to practice mustering with the troops, visit the wounded in a medical tent, watch how soldiers reloaded their weapons and much more. At 1 p.m. on July 4, join them for a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. ~ More Info ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 2 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 2 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 2 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 2 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ July 2 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ July 2 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 2 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
1776 Revolutionary War Encampment Experience ~July 3 – 4 ~ FREE – From 10:00 am – 5:00 pm at National Constitution Center (Front Lawn) at 525 Arch Street. Experience the life of an American Revolutionary War soldier through a recreated historic military encampment. Guests will be able to practice mustering with the troops, visit the wounded in a medical tent, watch how soldiers reloaded their weapons and much more. At 1 p.m. on July 4, join them for a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. ~ More Info ~
Summer Nights at the Penn Museum ~ July 3 ~ Held every Wednesday from 5 pm to 7 pm at the Penn Museum. Listen to throughout the summer. ~ Summer Nights at the Penn Museum ~
Center City Sips ~ July 3 ~ Every Wednesday until August 27, from 5 pm to 7 pm, enjoy discounted beer, drinks and food at 70 + restaurants and bars throughout Philadelphia! ~ Center City Sips ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ July 3 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every Wednesday from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
Summer Beer Garden at the Mütter Museum ~ July 3 ~ From 6 pm – 10 pm at the Mütter Museum at 19 S. 22nd Street. Guests get to celebrate by sipping on drinks in its picturesque Benjamin Rush Medicinal Garden. Drinks are pay-as-you-go and you get full museum access with each ticket. ~ Summer Beer Garden at the Mütter Museum ~
POPS on Independence at Independence Hall ~ July 3 ~ FREE – From 7 pm – 9:30 pm at Independence Hall at 520 Chestnut Street. One of Philadelphia’s most beloved music traditions returns on the eve of the 4th. With the backdrop of Independence Hall, the internationally-renowned 65-piece Philly POPS Orchestra, led by Music Director-Designate Todd Ellison, will perform a patriotic, entertaining show. The Philly POPS will be joined by Tony-nominated actress and singer Susan Egan, best known as the original ‘Belle’ in Disney’s Beauty and the Beaston Broadway and the voice of ‘Meg’ in Disney’s Hercules, among many other Broadway, television and film performances. ~ POPS on Independence at Independence Hall ~
Fireworks & Fountains: Star Spangled Banner at Longwood Gardens ~ July 3 ~ At 9:15 pm at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Celebrate America, featuring such songs as The Olympic Fanfare, The Winds of War, The Stars & Stripes, and more with colorful fireworks and choreographed fountain movements. Cost: $21 – $53. ~ Fireworks & Fountains: Star Spangled Banner at Longwood Gardens ~
WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities – July 3 – 4 ~ FREE (some events/activities) Our complete guide. Enjoy free museum days, free concerts, free movies, free kids activities, free WAWA hoagie day, fireworks, Independence Day Parade, block party and more! ~ WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities ~
Parks On Tap at Shofuso Japanese House & Garden ~ July 3 – 7 ~ Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to present day. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 3 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 3 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 3 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 3 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ July 3 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ July 3 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 3 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities – July 4 ~ FREE (some events/activities) Our complete guide. Enjoy free museum days, free concerts, free movies, free kids activities, free WAWA hoagie day, fireworks, Independence Day Parade, block party and more! ~ WAWA Welcome America Events and Activities ~
Celebration of Freedom Ceremony ~July 4 ~ 10:00 am – 11:00 am at the Steps of Independence Hall at Chestnut Street, between 5th & 6th Sts. Philadelphians and visitors can pay tribute to our nation at the Celebration of Freedom Ceremony featuring music, inspiring remarks, among other special elements. The ceremony will be an old-fashioned salute to our nation’s history connecting the tapestry of stars and stripes to a modern-day Philadelphia. The pageantry spotlights music, video presentations, speeches and – accompanied by a spirited musical rendition to celebrate America’s 243nd birthday.~ More Info ~
1776 Revolutionary War Encampment Experience ~July 4 ~ FREE – From 10:00 am – 5:00 pm at National Constitution Center (Front Lawn) at 525 Arch Street. Experience the life of an American Revolutionary War soldier through a recreated historic military encampment. Guests will be able to practice mustering with the troops, visit the wounded in a medical tent, watch how soldiers reloaded their weapons and much more. At 1 p.m. on July 4, join them for a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence. ~ More Info ~
Independence Day Parade ~ July 4 ~ From 11:00 am – 12:30 pm starting at Independence Hall and traveling throughout Historic Philadelphia in Olde City! You won’t want to miss the largest Independence Day Parade in decades as it comes to life in Philadelphia’s Historic District. Over 6,000 participants will march through the nation’s most historic square mile. Special guests include Miss America and more! The parade begins at 5th and Chestnut Streets, then travels West on Chestnut Street to 9th Street. It then turns right onto 9th Street, before heading down Market Street toward Front Street. The parade finishes by marching down Front Street to Chestnut Street. Total route is 1.2 miles long. ~ More Info ~
Party on the Parkway ~ July 4 ~ From Noon – 7:00 pm on Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 20th Street to Eakins Oval. The highly anticipated, day-long Party on the Parkway features 5 blocks of exciting activities, games, entertainment (free), and food for the whole family. Families can enjoy an interactive kid’s area featuring Zipline, an acro dunker show, arts and crafts with the Clay Mobile and much more . The 21+ crowd can kick back and relax in two beer gardens, and all can enjoy the diverse food. ~ More Info~
Philly 4th of July Concert & Fireworks ~ July 4 ~ From 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on Benjamin Franklin Parkway at Benjamin Franklin Parkway at Eakins Oval. Join everyone for a star-studded evening on the Independence Blue Cross Stage featuring performances by two-time Grammy Award-winning artist and Academy Award-winning actress, Jennifer Hudson, alongside the Philly POPS BIG Band, and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, Meghan Trainor. The Independence Day celebrations continue with a dazzling fireworks display choreographed to a custom patriotic soundtrack created and performed by the United States Army Field Band. This is the first time in Welcome America history that the United States Army Field Band will perform live on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art as the fireworks light up the sky above red, white and blue.
The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert & Fireworks is FREE and open to the public. Guests are invited to join the Party on the Parkway beginning at Eakin’s Oval and continuing along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway up to 20th Street. Tickets are NOT nee ded to watch from the Parkway. Please note, tickets are needed for the seated section in Eakin’s Oval. Become a Friend of Welcome America or follow us on social media to be the first to know when FREE tickets become available.~ More Info ~
Parks On Tap at Shofuso Japanese House & Garden ~ July 4 – 7 ~ Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to present day. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 4 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 4 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Old City Eats ~ July 4 – August 29 ~ Every Thursday 5 pm – 9 pm in Old City District. This special program is where restaurants and bars will offer at least one half-priced appetizer, and at least one beer and cocktail special every Thursday night all summer long. ~ Old City Eats Program ~
Stroll the Street in Manayunk ~ July 4 – August 29 ~ Held every Thursday evening from 5 pm to 9 pm. In this summertime series, visitors can find food trucks, vendors, restaurant specials, lawn games, live music and more around Main Street and beyond. There will be themes each week. ~ Stroll the Street in Manayunk ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 4 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 4 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park ~ July 4 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll ~ July 4 – September 12 ~ FREE Pay-As-You-Go. Taking place everything Thursday, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm on Baltimore Avenue between 43rd Street and 52nd Street. Here is your chance to get $1 deals from West Philly shops and restaurants. Participants include Little Baby’s Ice Cream, Clarkville, Dock Street Cannery and many more. ~ Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll ~
Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~ July 4 – September 29 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Enjoy more than 1,000 jets that create an impressive display made up of vibrant colors and exciting movements of water. ~ Festival of Fountains at Longwood Gardens ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 4 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ July 5 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Samantha Wise – Weaving together mountain folk and neo-soul, this singer-songwriter channels vocalists like Joni Mitchell and Erykah Badu. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~
Parks On Tap at Shofuso Japanese House & Garden ~ July 5 – 7 ~ Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to present day. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 5 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 5 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 5 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ July 5 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 5 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 5 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Parks On Tap at Shofuso Japanese House & Garden ~ July 6 – 7 ~ Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to present day. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ July 6 & 7 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 6 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 6 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 6 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ July 6 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 6 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Creatures of Habitatte at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 6 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
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Parks On Tap at Shofuso Japanese House & Garden ~ July 7 ~ Shofuso Japanese House and Garden is a traditional-style Japanese house and nationally-ranked garden in Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to present day. ~ Map ~ ~ Parks On Tap ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ July 7 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
Irish Sessions ~ July 7 ~ FREE – Every Sunday from 5 pm – 9 pm at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Enjoy musicians playing Irish music while enjoying drinks and or your dinner.
Chinese Lantern Festival ~ July 7 – 14 ~ Has been extended! Every night of the week from 6 pm to 11 pm at Franklin Square. Take pleasure in the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square! The square will come alive and glow with 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays such as a huge 200-foot long phoenix, pandas, sea creatures, mythological creatures and more. Enjoy special food, shopping, live performances as well. ~ Chinese Lantern Festival ~
The Musical: Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~ July 7 – 14 ~ Held at the Walnut Street Theatre at 825 Walnut Street. This comedy is about a California sorority sister who heads to Harvard Law School in the Broadway adaptation of the hit movie. ~ Legally Blonde at Walnut Street Theatre ~
Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~ July 7 – September 2 ~ FREE – Explore the many FREE historical activities and events throughout the year in Philadelphia. Many of which are made just for kids, allowing for quality family fun time. Such activities as Once Upon a Time Storytelling Benches, Join the Continental Army, End of Day Declaration readings, Independence After Hours and more. ~ Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults ~
Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~ July 7 – September 2 ~ Spruce Street Harbor Park at 301 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. The 2019 season begins with the Let’s Roll roller skating party at Summerfest (Friday-Saturday) and a performance by jazz vocalist Laurin Talese at SSHP (Sunday). ~ Opening of Spruce Street Harbor Park and the Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest ~
Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit at The Franklin Institute ~ July 7 – September 2 ~ Held at the Franklin Institute at 222 N. 20th Street. Fans of the superhero comics and movies get a look at Marvel iconic memorabilia, to include original Spider-Man art, T’Challa’s Black Panther costume, movie props and concept sketches. The exhibition also promises immersive experiences, like Doctor Strange’s mirror dimension. ~ Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes Exhibit ~
Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ July 7 – September 30 ~ Held at the Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. Visitors will get to explore 12 amazing life-size LEGO® brick vignettes situated throughout the Zoo. This gazillion piece journey shares the issues animals are facing around the world and spotlights the heroes working to save them. Each life-sized LEGO® brick scene is intricately fashioned from thousands of LEGO® bricks and is on exhibit only at Philadelphia Zoo. Creatures of Habitat highlights the zoo community’s role in protecting wildlife. ~ Creatures of Habitat at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
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