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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s Public Schedule for New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s Public Schedule for New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025

For immediate release: December 30, 2025Published by: Office of the Mayor Contact: Mayor's Office of Communications press@phila.gov

Mayor Parker and the City of Philadelphia to Host New Year’s Eve Outdoor Concert and Fireworks Celebration

Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The free, New Year’s Eve outdoor concert and fireworks celebration on Benjamin Franklin Parkway is the first-ever event of its kind in the City of Philadelphia.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and two-time GRAMMY® Award winner LL COOL J will headline the concert and be joined by performers including, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Adam Blackstone, Dorothy and Technician the DJ.

Event Schedule:
Gates Open: 6:00 p.m.
Concert Begins: 8:00 p.m.
Fireworks: Midnight

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