Monday, June 27
- Join the Philadelphia Museum of Art for Art in the Park! Educators will be on hand to show how to be inspired by the different works from the museum’s renowned collection. This is a free and weekly event.
- Free Museum Days throughout the city kicks off today, brought to you by the annual Wawa Welcome America festival. Find out which days your favorite museums are having complimentary admissions.
Tuesday, June 28
- Pack your blanket and put on your dancing shoes, it’s time for some Rock ‘n’ Roar! The Philadelphia Zoo is kicking of their concert series with a performance by Ernie and Neal.
- The Philadelphia Museum of Art unveils their latest exhibit, Embracing the Contemporary: The Keith L. and Katherine Sachs Collection. This collection features some of the most prominent European and American artists of the past fifty years.
Wednesday, June 29
- Wawa Welcome America is hosting Philly at the Movies. Watch the classic film Rocky on the very same stairs that made him a legend.
Thursday, June 30
- The Annual Wawa Hoagie Day at Independence Mall honors our troops. Attendees enjoy FREE Wawa hoagies, special appearances by Food Network Chef Robert Irvine, and a performance by the USO Show Troupe.
- Join Mayor Kenney and councilmembers for Passport Philadelphia’s Taste Southeast Asia Night. Enjoy cultural and delicious food while celebrating the special place that Southeast Asian businesses play in building our local economy. Don’t forget to bring your food passport with your stamps to enter our lottery of fun prizes!
- The reigning 2016 champs, South Philadelphia String Band, take the stage for a free Summer Mummer Concert! Get your golden slippers ready and dance the night away at the Mummers Museum.
- The inaugural Conshy Comedy Fest will showcase 10+ local comedians for evening of stand up comedy at the Great American Pub on Fayette Street. A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sale will benefit the Colonial Neighborhood Council.
Friday, July 1
- The Philadelphia Mausoleum of Contemporary Art debuts this year’s ‘Murica art exhibit. Join the “Best of Philly” museum on opening night for a reception featuring live music from LeBon LeBon, Less is Modern and Dead. The entertainment portion of the event is donation-based, and all proceeds go to the performers.
- Join Patriot Harbor Lines for the ultimate Fireworks Cruise. As part of the citywide July 4th celebration, following the Philadelphia Orchestra performance at Penn’s Landing, enjoy the fireworks at 9:30pm. Be sure to book now!*
Saturday, July 2
- Kick off summer with Love Fest Philly 2016 hosted by The HYPE! as they return to World Cafe Live. Enjoy an amazing lineup of artists and bands of all genres on three stages. end The night will end with an open jam and live band karaoke session hosted by Thinking Out Loud.
- Head back in time with the National Constitution Center and the 6th Pennsylvania Regiment as Revolutionary War reenactors set up an encampment on the front lawn of the NCC to celebrate our nation’s birth.
- Looking for a little peace and quiet in the city this weekend? Take a breath, relax and be inspired by the city sites during a 50 minute yoga class at Assembly Rooftop Lounge in the swanky Logan Hotel. Class will be followed by freshly squeezed orange juice for your mimosa and a bonus discount to the Spa at The Logan.
Sunday, July 3
- Party the day away at the Historic Philadelphia Block Party. The festivities will fill the streets of Independence Mall with live entertainment, food vendors, games and activities for all ages. Special appearances by 18th-century citizens will add a truly patriotic touch to the daylong party!
- POPS! On Independence has become a traditional holiday favorite. Watch the Philadelphia POPS! as they play to a dramatic backdrop of Independence Hall. Be sure to bring your own blanket!
Monday, July 4
- Celebrate America’s independence with Wawa Welcome America as they host Party on the Parkway with tasty food, DJ Biz Markie and the ultimate live family concert experience featuring KIDZ BOP: Life of the Party Tour, plus performances by top local talent.
- After Party on the Parkway, the festival continues with a celebrity concert. Enjoy performances by Tony Award® winning hometown actor Leslie Odom, Jr. from Broadway’s hit Hamilton, Yazz the Greatest (Bryshere Gray) from FOX’s Empire, and many more! Directly following the concert, watch a dazzling fireworks show to celebrate our country’s birth!
* Patriot Harbor Lines is a client of Philly PR Girl.
