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Celebrate July 4th with the Reading Fightin’ Phils, the Philadelphia-area minor league baseball team. On July 3, 2025, watch the Fightin' Phils take on the Somerset Seadogs at 7:00 pm and enjoy a patriotic Stars and Stripes celebration as the Phils wear their military appreciation jerseys. Stay for a Megablast […]
Join People's Light Theater for Little Shop of Horrors, a show from the minds behind Disney’s The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. In this witty and macabre musical masterpiece, follow an unfortunate florist who unwittingly cultivates a singing botanical menace. Featuring iconic melodies like “Skid Row (Downtown)” and “Suddenly, Seymour,” […]
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
The Borough of Conshohocken invites you to their annual fireworks display on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Fireworks begin at dusk approximately around 9:30 p.m. The fireworks display will be larger so that fireworks may be visible from as many vantage points as possible throughout the Borough. As such, Sutcliffe Park […]
Good Neighbor Day is held every 4th of July in Kerr Park in Downingtown, PA. It’s an action-packed day for the whole family – adults and children of all ages. The celebration kicks off with the Run for Life (5K, 10K & 15K) and 5K Freedom Walk on Pennsylvania Avenue […]
Come celebrate Independence Day at the annual Easttown Township July 4th celebration. The day kicks off with a bike parade - kids should feel free to decorate theirs in red, white, and blue before they arrive. This will be followed by a free family picnic, games and other festivities. The […]
The Springfield Township 4th of July Parade is back again! The parade will kick off at 9:00 am and will end at Veterans Memorial Park (331 W. Springfield Road) with activities to follow.
The Garrett Hill-Rosemont Parade Committee is hosting its 76th Annual 4th of July Parade, so get out your red, white, and blue! Children and families are invited to decorate bikes and floats to ride in the parade. Registration is at Rosemont Business Campus at 9:30 am and Judging begins at […]
The Marple Newtown Independence Day Parade will step off at 10:00 am on Friday July 4th from St. Albans Circle and end at the Broomall Fire House. Come on out to celebrate with everyone and enjoy tons of floats, bands, marching groups, bikes and more! Online parade registration is open […]
With Independence Hall as the backdrop, celebrate July 4th and observe the evolving history of America’s freedom. This inspiring event will feature remarks by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, the presentation of the Mayor’s One Philly Award and the 10th Anniversary of The Wawa Foundation Hero Award, with musical guests DJ Diamond Kuts and Suzann Christine. The […]
Join the Media Recreation Board Fourth of July Celebration from 10:00 am-noon at Barrall Field. The Fourth of July celebration is fun for all ages, including yard games, live band music and a food truck! We will have water slides, face painting, wagon rides, and more for the kids! To […]
Join the Penn Wynne Civic Associations's 82nd annual Independence Day Parade and Carnival! The parade will begin at 10:00 am on Friday, July 4th outside of the Penn Wynne-Overbrook Firehouse. Local children and families are welcome to participate, whether it be walking, biking, scooting, or riding in a wagon or […]
Join Valley Forge National Historical Park to celebrate our country's independence this July 4th. There will be hands-on activities in the Visitor Center, as well as readings of the Declaration of Independence and artillery firing demonstrations at the firing range at Muhlenberg's Brigade located behind the soldier huts. Please note: […]
The National Constitution Center celebrates Independence Day by offering free museum admission to all visitors on July 4. Attend the interactive Independence Day show, participate in American Flag History and Etiquette workshops, create Colonial-era crafts, and stop by the Revolutionary War encampment on the museum's front lawn.
Make this Independence Day one to remember by joining the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for a day of family-friendly, educational fun. Located on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, there is no better place for history enthusiasts and families to celebrate. On our nation’s birthday, enjoy a day of […]
In celebration of the Fourth of July, Elmwood Park Zoo will again offer free admission for all guests—pre-registration is required for free admission. The Zoo will also operate with extended hours, remaining open until 8:00 pm. The Zoo will host several Historical Impersonators, with Martha Washington visiting from 11:00 am […]
Celebrate America’s birthday with everyone’s favorite furry friends. Visit Photos with Elmo & Friends for a patriotic photo op with Elmo dressed in his red, white, and blue attire! On Friday, July 4, be sure to stick around for an impressive display of fireworks at 9:00 pm (time subject to […]
Celebrate the 4th of July all day in Narberth! From 10:00 am to 1:30 pm, the celebration begins with a daytime carnival, featuring everything from races and field games, to pie eating contests, to foul shot competitions! Later in the evening, grab a blanket and come back to the park […]
Celebrate the Fourth with your Glenside neighbors at the event that has been billed "biggest, family friendly Independence Day Celebration in Greater Philadelphia's tri-state suburbs." This full day of family fun features Children's Morning Programming, The Grand, Glorious, Patriotic Parade, and the America the Beautiful Aerial Fireworks Spectacular. Things kick […]
Relax and unwind amid stunning summer vistas at Longwood Gardens this season. Experience their vibrant Illuminated Fountain Performances on Friday-Sunday nights from May through September. Longwood’s Main Fountain Garden puts on daily displays as their 1,719 fountain jets are set to music and soar as high as 175 feet in […]
Join the Pottstown community for an absolutely epic, all-day Fourth of July celebration. Kick things off at 10:15 am at the Rotary Parade, which runs from Adams to Manatawny Streets. Wear your red, white, and blue and celebrate with neighbors and friends. Then, head to Memorial Park for the GoFourth! […]
Join the Paddock Farms Civic Association for their July 4th celebration in Paddock Park! The day will be filled with family fun. At 10:30am, meet in Merrybrook Circle and join the parade into the park led by the Oakmont Fire Company. Don’t forget to decorate your scooters, bikes and strollers as […]
Dress in your red, white and blue and wave a flag as the Salute to Independence Parade celebrates the 249th birthday of the United States in grand style and pageantry. Bring your lawn chairs and the entire family and take a seat along the parade route to experience a visual and […]
Prepare yourself for Revolution! Experience how farm families lived and worked during a transformative time in history and how a working farm played a vital role in the struggle for independence and the shaping of a new nation. Storytime: 11:30 am and 1:30 pm - “Leave it to Abigail" Enjoy […]
Washington Memorial Chapel’s Veteran’s Commission will host a moving Choral Matins Service on Thursday, July 4 at 11:00 am at the historic Washington Memorial Chapel. This annual Independence Day tradition honors the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans and military families with music, prayer, and reflection. Set within the sacred […]
Celebrate the Fourth of July at Peddler’s Village with their classic barbecue picnic, featuring delicious food, refreshing drinks, live music, blueberry-themed treats, and plenty of family fun. Enjoy old-fashioned games, festive entertainment, and a lively atmosphere perfect for all ages. For a full schedule of events, visit their website.
Join Fonthill Castle to celebrate Independence Day, where guests enjoy a day of fun, food, games, crafts, entertainment, and live music. Highlights of the day include the children’s decorated bike parade, wheelbarrow and sack races, antique bicycles, live musicians, and food trucks. Children will kick off the event by participating in […]
Get ready to kick off your July 4th watching the annual Norristown Fourth of July Parade as it heads out from St. Francis Church to Harding Boulevard starting at 1:00 pm. Bands, drumlines, and other groups will entertain spectators in patriotic fashion. Then, head to Elmwood Park at 3:00 pm […]
Upper Merion Parks and Recreation’s annual July 4 Celebration will take place on Friday, July 4 at Heuser Park in King of Prussia. The event is free to the public, family, kid, and dog friendly. All dogs must be leashed at all times. Here's what's happening at the celebration: Enjoy […]
The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Celebration features a FREE, star-studded concert on Benjamin Franklin Parkway with LLCool J, DJ Z-Trip, and Jazmine Sullivan, and culminates with a breathtaking fireworks display! Gates open at 4:00 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm. Prior to the start of the July […]
Get ready for five unforgettable nights of fun as the annual Ambler Kiwanis Carnival returns from Tuesday, July 1st through Saturday, July 5th! Enjoy exciting carnival rides, classic games, delicious food, and everyone’s favorite—funnel cake—every night. Don’t miss their spectacular premium fireworks display on Wednesday, July 2nd (with a rain […]
The Phoenixville Fireworks Celebration is held annually at the Dayton Street Field in Phoenixville. The fireworks begin at approximately 9:15 pm, or when the skies are sufficiently dark to enjoy the show. Music and food will begin at 6:00 p.m. and last until the fireworks are complete! Bring your lawn […]
Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy great music by Just For Fun DJ Joe Griffith. Wilson Farm PArk will be closed until 5:00 pm on July 4th for the event set-up. Fireworks show begins at dusk!
The 2025 Rose Tree Summer Festival runs June 11 – August 10, with evening concerts Wednesdays–Sundays on most weeks. Free concerts in Rose Tree Park's scenic outdoor amphitheater have been a popular Delco tradition for more than four decades! Take in top-notch entertainment of all kinds, from Classical to Cajun, […]
Celebrate Independence Day with the best views of Philadelphia’s jaw-dropping fireworks display. Join City Cruises Philadelphia aboard their Signature Philadelphia 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise on the Delaware River. Enjoy a delicious chef-curated buffet for all ages and dancing beneath the glittering night sky. You’ll soak in views of […]
