Community Events

Organizers said Saturday's event was nearly twice as large as any of the previous 19 block parties.

Drawing from personal loss, Lightning Rod Special’s new work takes audiences through the chaos of end-of-life care, memory and legacy at the Philadelphia Fringe Festival.

Starting January 2026, Delaware County residents will have more than 100 events and programs to choose from.

Sept. 11–14: A medieval-themed science fair in Delaware, more fall fun in Philly and '80s star Sheena Easton in South Jersey are among weekend highlights.

The organization, which has raised over $5 million for local queer organizations, is throwing a neighborhood bash with a “sword-swallowing, fire-breathing clown babe.”

“Chances are, if you're eating mushrooms … they came from Pennsylvania,” said Gale Ferranto, a third-generation Kennett Square mushroom farmer.

The splash fountains of Dilworth Plaza are now a temporary public art installation that allow people to conduct water like an orchestra.

Summer’s end doesn’t mean the outdoor fun is over. Here’s a list of festivals around Philadelphia to keep you busy until the holiday season hits.

Sept. 4–7: A group kayak excursion from Camden to Philly, fall festivals galore and Lake Street Dive in Delaware are among the weekend event highlights.

The event is a chance for community members to speak directly with journalists reporting on transportation and housing concerns.

The Fairmount Park Conservancy runs programs all year, and the busiest season is here.

Local volunteers gather at the Cure Arena for the second annual meal packaging event.

The U.S. semiquincentennial and the MLB’s Midsummer Classic are just the tip of the iceberg. Also in the mix? TED Talks, March Madness and the PGA Championship.

Aug. 29–31: Andy Grammer in Delaware, a camping-themed event at Philly’s Cherry Street Pier and a car show in South Jersey are among the highlights.

While beaches are a well-known summer draw to South Jersey, summer festivals give smaller communities a sense of pride and provide an economic boost.