Philadelphia
Exciting Events & Activities Happening While You're in Town
We've curated a list of can't-miss events happening around Philly. You'll find everything from live music and vibrant street festivals, to local art pop-ups we think you'll love.
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KIDS FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
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SPORTING ACTIVITIES
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ART & CULTURE ACTIVITIES
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STREET FESTIVALS AND BREWS
SEP 8-27
30th Annual Philadelphia Fringe Festival
Various locations (Old City / Center City and beyond)
Philadelphia's annual Fringe Festival returns for 20 days of experimental and boundary-pushing performances. Expect hundreds of alternative, cutting-edge and avant-garde productions spanning theater, dance, film, immersive installations, cabaret, comedy and more at venues throughout the city.
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SEP 12
Philly Black Wine & Spirits Fest
Girard College (Fairmount) | 2101 S. College Avenue
Spend the day sampling wines, spirits and cocktails from Black-owned brands while enjoying food from curated vendors, live entertainment, DJ sets, art installations and opportunities to connect with Philadelphia's Black food and beverage community.
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SEP 13
Philadelphia Eagles Home Opener at Lincoln Financial Field
Lincoln Financial Field (South Philadelphia Sports Complex)
Football season officially comes home to Philadelphia as the Eagles open their 2026 home schedule against the Washington Commanders. Head to the Linc for an afternoon of football, Philly traditions and plenty of E-A-G-L-E-S energy.
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SEP 13
La Feria del Barrio at Taller Puertorriqueño
North 5th Street (El Centro de Oro / Fairhill)
Head to North Philadelphia's El Centro de Oro for this vibrant annual celebration of Latino culture and heritage. The free festival features live music and dance, authentic food, arts and crafts vendors, community organizations and family-friendly activities.
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NOW THROUGH SEP 7
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest
Independence Blue Cross RiverRink (Penn's Landing / Delaware River Waterfront)
Spend the day roller skating, playing arcade games and mini golf, enjoying rides, food, drinks, and waterfront entertainment. Spend the day roller skating, playing arcade games and mini golf, enjoying rides, food, drinks, and waterfront entertainment.
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NOW THROUGH SEP 7
Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition
The Franklin Institute (Logan Square)
Go behind the scenes of Universal's iconic attractions through immersive galleries featuring original props, ride vehicles, engineering, and theme park design.
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NOW THROUGH SEP 26
Spirit of 76: The Philadelphia Cocktail Trail
Various locations (Citywide)
Raise a glass to Philadelphia's 250th anniversary with the Spirit of 76 Cocktail Trail. More than 30 participating hotels are offering creative cocktails and mocktails inspired by the city's history and its role in the nation's founding.
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NOW THROUGH SEP 28
Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park
Citizens Bank Park (South Philadelphia Sports Complex)
Catch the Phillies at home throughout August.
Home series include:
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August 3–6: Washington Nationals
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August 7–9: Toronto Blue Jays
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August 17–19: Florida Marlins
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August 21–23: St. Louis Cardinals
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NOW THROUGH OCT 11
Parks on Tap
Various Philadelphia Parks
Philadelphia's traveling beer garden brings drinks, food, lawn games and outdoor fun to a different neighborhood throughout the season.
Locations:
Penn Treaty Park (Fishtown): September 2–7
The Spring Gardens (Northern Liberties / Spring Garden): September 16–20
Stephen Girard Park (South Philadelphia): September 30–October 4
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NOW THROUGH OCT 2026
Southeast Asian Market
Saturdays and Sundays
FDR Park (South Philadelphia)
Spend a weekend exploring this popular open-air market, where more than 70 vendors offer authentic Southeast Asian street food, fresh produce, handmade crafts, plants and specialty goods.
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EVERYTHING'S BEEN PREPARED WITH YOU IN MIND AND WE HOPE YOUR TIME HERE IS FILLED WITH COMFORT AND GREAT MEMORIES.
