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Special events calendar

The calendar on this page displays upcoming special events that have permits from the City.

Events

  • Jul
    2
    Red, White, & Blue To-Do
    9:00 am to 9:00 pm
    Old City, Philadelphia, PA, USA

    Red, White, & Blue To-Do

    July 2, 2025
    9:00 am to 9:00 pm, 12 hours
    Old City, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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    The Philadelphia Historic District partners are gearing up for the annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do celebration, commemorating a day of “pomp and parade,” as declared by John Adams in 1776, encouraging visitors to celebrate independence in the place where it all began.

    More details: https://july4thphilly.com/events/
  • Jul
    2
    Salute to Service: The United States Army Field Band
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
    Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    Salute to Service: The United States Army Field Band

    July 2, 2025
    7:00 pm to 10:00 pm, 3 hours
    Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    The U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus presents “America the Beautiful,” a celebration of all there is to love about our nation. Take in unparalleled natural landscapes and meet the warm and welcoming people on a musical and visual journey across our country.

    More details: https://july4thphilly.com/events/
  • Jul
    3
    Pops on Independence
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
    One Independence Mall, 615 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    Pops on Independence

    July 3, 2025
    7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, 2 hours
    One Independence Mall, 615 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    This year we are bringing back an over 40-year tradition. The Pops will perform for the first time under their new name on the evening of July 3, 2025 at Independence National Historical Park with a show, which will feature the newly appointed Music Director, Chris Dragon.

    More details: https://july4thphilly.com/events/
  • Jul
    4
    Celebration of Freedom Ceremony
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Independence Hall, 520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    Celebration of Freedom Ceremony

    July 4, 2025
    10:00 am to 12:00 pm, 2 hours
    Independence Hall, 520 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    With Independence Hall as the backdrop, celebrate July 4th and observe the evolving history of America’s freedom, with remarks by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and a variety of notable guest speakers.

    More details: https://july4thphilly.com/events/
  • Jul
    4
    Salute to Independence Parade
    11:00 am to 12:30 pm
    Market Street, Market St, Philadelphia, PA, USA

    Salute to Independence Parade

    July 4, 2025
    11:00 am to 12:30 pm, 2 hours
    Market Street, Market St, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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    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.




    More details: https://july4thphilly.com/events/
  • Jul
    4
    July 4th Concert and Fireworks
    7:00 pm to 11:00 pm
    Eakins Oval, Eakins Ovl, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA

    July 4th Concert and Fireworks

    July 4, 2025
    7:00 pm to 11:00 pm, 4 hours
    Eakins Oval, Eakins Ovl, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA
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    The festival culminates with a star-studded concert on the Parkway. More details to come.
  • Jul
    19
    Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival
    12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Saunders Park, 300-50 Saunders Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA

    Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival

    July 19, 2025
    12:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 7 hours
    Saunders Park, 300-50 Saunders Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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    Just off the main drag in West Powelton, the Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival at Saunders Park Greene draws thousands of revelers each year to celebrate jazz music in all its flavors.

    The free festival typically features performances by some of Philly’s funkiest jazz musicians, community vendors selling locally made goods, and pay-as-you-go cool treats and summer eats at the food trucks. For updates and this year’s lineup, keep an eye on the festival’s Instagram.


    Where: Saunders Park Greene, South 39th Street and Powelton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA


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