'Fireworks, Parades, Concerts, Kids Activities & More During Independence Day in Philadelphia' There is no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in America's Birthplace! The celebration kicks-off with many events and activities prior to 4th of July, all thanks to WAWA Welcome America! The annual WAWA Welcome America Festival starts on June 29 and continues all the way to the incredible fireworks finale over the Philadelphia Museum of Art on July … [Read more...]
String Band Music Under the Stars with the Mummers in the Summer!
June 28, 2019 By
'Family Fun and the Mummers Strut with the Mummers String Bands' The Mummers in Philadelphia is a long standing tradition in which the History of the Mummers date back to the mid 1800's. The first official parade was held January 1, 1901. Imagine that! Many Philadelphians look forward to the Mummers Parade which takes place on New Year's Day. If you wanted more Mummery, there was the Show of Shows, which use to take place near the end of February every year. But … [Read more...]
Movie Nights Presented by Schuylkill Banks
June 27, 2019 By
'Movies Under the Stars in Philadelphia' Philadelphia summer nights under the stars with friends, family, loved ones and yes, free movie nights sponsored by Schuylkill River Development Corporation and CSX. Thanks to Schuylkill Banks, you will be able to enjoy ten different movies this summer at two different locations. Some of these movies are our favorites and are classics. Starting Thursday, June 13th, the movies will take place every Thursday until August 29th, except for on … [Read more...]
Cool Off At The Philly Ice Cream Scoop Festival At The Reading Terminal Market
June 25, 2019 By
'I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For Ice Cream At Reading Terminal Market' Celebrate Philadelphia’s rich ice cream heritage by cooling off at The Ice Cream Scoop festival July 29 from 11 am to 5 pm at the Reading Terminal Market. The event will bring together local independent ice cream artisans and Reading Terminal Market merchants for a day of ice cream specials and lots of fun! RTM is the home of Bassett's Ice Cream, a fifth-generation family business and a … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 24 – 30
June 24, 2019 By
'Cooling Off In The Summer In Philadelphia!' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Glamsino Royale: Goldfinger Night, Four game Series Philadelphia Phillies vs New York Mets, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (win $100), Science After Hours: Pride at The Franklin Institute, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, The Musical Cats at Forrest Theatre, Outdoor Movie … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 17 – 23
June 17, 2019 By
'The Official Day of Summer Begins June 21!' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, The Musical Cats at Forrest Theatre, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, All-American Cookout at Dilworth Park, Parks On Tap, Old City Eats Block Party, Night Market Overbrook, Baltimore … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 10 – 16
June 10, 2019 By
'Philadelphia Events & Activities Leading Up To The Official Day of Summer' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), The Philadelphia Phillies, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center, Parks On Tap, Baltimore Avenue Dollar … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Historical Activities For Kids and Adults
June 10, 2019 By
'Exploring The History of Philadelphia With The Family' Philadelphia is so rich in history. Everything from the Declaration of Independence, to the first United States flag on record, to the oldest hospital in America and much more. Many of us don't take advantage of a good deal of historical activities and events that surround the City of Brotherly Love. You wouldn't believe the number of things for kids of all ages to enjoy. Such things as: drill marching with the Continental Army, many … [Read more...]
Philly PrideDay LGBT Parade and Festival
June 6, 2019 By
'Philadelphia's Annual Walk Of Gay Pride' LGBT Parade and Festival Atmosphere and Experience The LGBT Pride Parade and Festival begins in the heart of the Gayborhood at 13th and Locust starting at 11 am and proceeds along a 1.5 mile route through Center City and Philadelphia’s historic district. The judging stand is at Independence Mall, 6th and Market Street. Along the route, paraders will stop and perform for audiences and judges. Held every year in June during … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 3 – 9
June 3, 2019 By
'First Full Week Of June In Philadelphia' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, FREE Screening: Las Madres de Berks with Michelle Angela Ortiz, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), Philly Beer Week activities, Chinese Lantern Festival, Parks On Tap, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Center City Sips, Go Mt. Airy Supper Sessions on Germantown Avenue, Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll, First Friday, PrideDay LGBT Parade & Festival, … [Read more...]
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