Community Events
A three-week arts festival on the Cherry Street Pier shows the public how art gets made.
2 years ago
Black art returns to Philly’s historic Pyramid Club
After getting bumped on Juneteenth by a downtown private membership club (also called the Pyramid Cub) the Vicarious Love pop-up is back this weekend.
2 years ago
Find serenity and get sweaty at Philly’s free outdoor yoga classes this summer
From Wellness on the Waterfront to Summer Yoga Flow, Philly’s Race Street and Cherry Street Piers are full of fun, free outdoor workout classes this summer.
2 years ago
Listen 1:53Journey to the center of SIPS: An influencer-backed guide to the summerlong happy hour
The Wednesday drink specials now come with afterparties — and a healthy dose of personal regret.
2 years ago
After 3 years, the new play conference PlayPenn re-emerges under new leadership
The conference for new play development was rocked by racist accusations. After three years down, it returns with new leadership and commitment to DEI.
2 years ago
Photos: Philly celebrates Independence Day with music, dancing, food, and fun
The free Fourth of July festival on the Ben Franklin Parkway gave Philadelphians a chance to smile.
2 years ago
Philadelphians and tourists enjoy festivities ahead of party on the Parkway
Old City and Logan Square became a melting pot of culture today as Philadelphia turned out to celebrate the Fourth of July.
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This oft-forgotten N.J. battlefield played a crucial role in the Revolutionary War
After British troops surrendered at the Battle of Princeton, Britain never regained full control of New Jersey during the Revolutionary War.
2 years ago
Philly restaurants raise funds for abortion access
Over 40 Philadelphia restaurants have come together to raise money for the National Network of Abortion Funds.
2 years ago
‘Things to Do’ this holiday: Longwood’s latest, Philly Balloon, Music Fest, and more
The weekend’s events include 4th of July celebrations all around the Philly area, the Parkway concert, Philly Balloon and Music Fest, and Pops on the Mall.
2 years ago
Wawa Hoagie Day returns to National Constitution Center
First dibs on the free hoagies go to members of the U.S. armed forces, firefighters, police officers, and first responders.
2 years ago
Remembering Sean Williamson: Firefighter killed in building collapse laid to rest Monday
"Firefighters... lay down their lives for strangers. And that's what Lt. Sean Williamson did," said the Rev. James Casey.
2 years ago
Disability Pride 2022: A community reunited at last!
This year’s Disability Pride event not only celebrated disability identities but was a celebration of life and survival after pandemic separation.
2 years ago
Philadelphia area July 4th fireworks list for 2022
Many July 4th fireworks celebrations are back this year! Check out our list to see where they are happening in your neighborhood.
2 years ago
A year on, Surfside remembers 98 victims of condo collapse
The 12-story Champlain Towers building came down with a thunderous roar and left a giant pile of rubble in one of the deadliest collapses in U.S. history.
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