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Large crowd poses for group photo at 2025 Colombian Flag Raising Ceremony outside City Hall
Friday, Sept. 12 - Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025

Welcoming Week

Celebrating Philly’s diverse communities with flag raisings and civic resources for Welcoming Week 2025.

Official event information

When

Friday, Sept. 12 - Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025

Throughout Welcoming Week, organizations and communities will come together to connect neighbors of all backgrounds, foster strong connections, celebrate cultural diversity, and promote community prosperity through shared resources.

Events

  • Sep
    17
    SDG 9 Mural Unveiling - Global Philadelphia Association
    All Day
    Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 419 S 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA

    SDG 9 Mural Unveiling - Global Philadelphia Association

    September 17, 2025
    All Day
    Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, 419 S 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA
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    Free, in-person event estimated at 75 attendees. Celebrates SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure with the painting designed and painted by Jon Laidacker.
  • Sep
    18
    Exploring Trends: How Immigration Shapes Our Region - WHYY
    9:00 am to 11:00 am
    150 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

    Exploring Trends: How Immigration Shapes Our Region - WHYY

    September 18, 2025
    9:00 am to 11:00 am, 2 hours
    150 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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    Free but RSVP required. 

    RSVP here: https://support.whyy.org/page/87371/event/1

    For many years immigration has been a consistent part of Greater Philadelphia’s landscape, influencing population trends, workforce dynamics and community life. This gathering will explore what could change if immigration patterns shift or slow, drawing on both new research and perspectives from different sectors.

  • Sep
    19
    Caribbean Business & Arts Networking Mixer - Caribbean Community in Philadelphia
    All Day
    723 Oak Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19126, USA

    Caribbean Business & Arts Networking Mixer - Caribbean Community in Philadelphia

    September 19, 2025
    All Day
    723 Oak Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19126, USA
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    Free, in-person event estimated at 50 attendees. A  night of networking with creatives, entrepreneurs and like-minded professionals. Hosted by Creative Cultural Producer, Shekhinah B. and catered by Blanc Catering.

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Partners

  • Philadelphia Welcoming Network
  • Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
  • Office of the City Commissioners
  • Office of the City Representative


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