Schedule

Friday, June 25

Taste of Philadelphia
5:00 p.m.
Penn’s Landing
Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
Interested in sampling cuisine from the region’s best chefs? Come and try amazing “tastes” from some of the most popular restaurants in the city and find new favorite menu items! Stroll the waterfront while you’re “dining” and listen to some great beats at the same time. Participating restaurants include: Hard Rock Café, Tony Lukes, Steaks on South and many more.

Saturday, June 26

Taste of Philadelphia
11:00 a.m.
Penn’s Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
Taste of Philadelphia continues with its first full day of music, food and fun! Sample some of the best cuisine in the city. There’s music all day to enjoy and help you keep your appetite up. Stay for our evening concert starring Morris Day and the Time and the fabulous fireworks display.

Morris Day & The Time
8:00 p.m. Concert
Penn’s Landing
Brush off your bird dance, take one last look in the mirror and head to Penn’s Landing to hear Morris Day & The Time perform “The Bird”, “Jungle Love” and all their greatest hits. Following the free concert will be a magnificent fireworks show, presented by the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation
 

Sunday, June 27

Taste of Philadelphia
11:00 a.m.
Penn’s Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
Don’t miss the delicious bites from Philadelphia’s many restaurants. There’s more music and fun to be had, so bring your family and friends!

Hezekiah Walker
4:30 p.m.
Penn’s Landing
Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
The "Hip-Hop Pastor," Hezekiah Walker, graces Taste of Philadelphia with a free concert presented by Praise 103.9, Philadelphia’s Inspiration Station. Blending the sounds of Gospel and Hip-Hop, Hezekiah Walker and the Love Fellowship Crusade Choir will surely have you out of your seat!

Jeffrey Gaines
6:00 p.m.
Penn’s Landing
Experience the critically-acclaimed sounds of Jeffrey Gaines who was called “the voice of a new generation” by Rolling Stone magazine. Jeffrey Gaines gives a free and special performance of all his most beloved songs, just for Taste of Philadelphia!

Monday, June 28

Go 4th and Learn – About History
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Franklin Square, 200 N. 6th Street
Mayor Nutter and local celebrities will share Story Time with children from across the region. Bring the little ones to this free morning event also featuring face painting, crafts, interactive games as well as chances to take your photo with a 1918 Wawa Antique Dairy Truck.

Philly @ the Movies
9:00 p.m.
To Catch a Thief
Rittenhouse Square, 18th and Walnut Street
Join us in serene Rittenhouse Square for a free screening of a much loved film.

Tuesday, June 29

Go 4th and Learn – About Science
10:30 a.m.
Franklin Institute/Franklin Theatre
222 North 20th Street
Children will participate in an interactive program on the Science of Fireworks. After this exciting program, participants are invited to enjoy the museum’s exhibits. Note: Admission will be free and first-come-first-served as there is limited availability for this event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
 

Philly @ the Movies
9:00 p.m.
Grease
LOVE Park, 15th & JFK Boulevard
Join us for the sing along version of this musical favorite and groove along to hits from this classic tale of romance and teen angst.

Wednesday, June 30

Go 4th & Learn - About Art
10:00 a.m.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Local youth will participate in a story time presentation by 2010 Caldecott Medal winner illustrator and Philadelphia native, Jerry Pinkney, and will enjoy interactive arts activities exploring summer scenery and the Philadelphia landscape. Note: Admission will be free and first-come-first-served as there is limited availability for this event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wawa Hoagie Day and Philly @ The Movies: Rocky

5:30 a.m. Hoagie Day Morning Build (Wawa University, Media, PA)
7:00 p.m. Hoagie Day
7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Rocky Look-Alike Contest Registration
8:00 p.m. Rocky Look-Alike Contest
9:00 p.m. Philly @ the Movies – Free screening of “Rocky”

The day begins with 150 Wawa associates who will build a 1 ¼ mile long hoagie at Wawa University. Together, they will create the Hoagie Day feast from hundreds of pounds of ingredients that will be loaded onto a refrigerated truck and served free to attendees at Hoagie Day. In addition, Wawa will send truckloads of hoagies built that morning to Philadebundance food bank.

In the evening, join Wawa for an epic Philadelphia event: the famed Hoagie Day celebration followed by a special Rocky contest and screening of “Rocky.” Wawa will serve a free culinary masterpiece fit for display in one of the museum’s galleries - a 1 ¼ mile long hoagie, and Rocky “wannabes” will compete in the Rocky Look-Alike Contest. Contestants will be judged on appearance, voice and the famous “Rocky Run” up the Philadelphia Museum of Art steps, and the winner receives a year of free Wawa hoagies! Enjoy a party atmosphere and fun before settling down for Philly @ the Movies at the foot of the “Rocky steps” at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Thursday, July 1

Philly @ The Movies: The Last Airbender Preview
7:30 p.m.
Pearl Theatre
1600 North Broad Street
Philly @ The Movies provides an exclusive preview screening of “The Last Airbender,” based on the hugely successful Nickelodeon animated TV series. This special premiere will be screened a day before the live-action feature hits theaters nationwide. LIMITED Tickets required for this event. 

Screenings Under the Stars: Avatar
8:30 p.m.
Penn’s Landing
See one of this year’s blockbuster movies on the biggest screen we could find!

Friday, July 2

Picturing Liberty: Philadelphia’s Legendary Bell
10:00 a.m.
Philadelphia International Airport
8000 Essington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19153
Whether heading into or out of town, check out this amazing new photography exhibit which highlights one of the most recognized symbols of America’s freedom. (TICKETED PASSENGERS ONLY)
 

Independence Picnic
12:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Historic Philadelphia
Come and celebrate Dietz and Watson Hot Dog Day in Historic Philadelphia and meet Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross and a host of other historic characters. While you’re here, visit other uniquely Philadelphia attractions like the Independence Visitor Center and the National Constitution Center, all located in this remarkably historic area. Enjoy great food and history free of charge.

POPS on Independence Presented by Amway Global
8:30 p.m.
Independence Hall : Independence National Historical Park
Peter Nero and the Philly Pops® will return to celebrate America’s birthday in a special “POPS on Independence” performance that commemorates the birth of our nation with a free performance of great American music including stirring patriotic anthems, rousing marches, and holiday favorites, set against the fitting backdrop of Independence Hall.

Saturday, July 3

Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival $
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (break from 5p to 6p)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Walnut Street and Columbus Boulevard at Penn's Landing
Nothing beats ice cream on a hot summer day! Make a $5 donation to the Joshua Kahan Fund and help find a cure for Pediatric Leukemia while enjoying all of the cold stuff you can eat.

Wawa Welcome America! Block Party in Chinatown
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visitors are invited to attend demonstrations of sushi wrapping, fruit carving, and traditional Chinese cooking, or test their ping pong and Mah Jong skills in friendly competition. Children will have tons of fun learning a new skill at the origami arts and craft table, and people of all ages can enjoy traditional performances of Chinese dance, Beijing and Cantonese opera throughout the day.

Wachovia, a Wells Fargo Company, presents The Philadelphia Orchestra's FREE Neighborhood Concert and Fireworks! 
8:00 p.m.
Great Plaza at Penn's Landing
Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street
Join The Philadelphia Orchestra for an evening of patriotic and classical favorites to enchant music lovers of all ages. After the free concert, enjoy brilliant fireworks display, presented by the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation. 

Two Cities, One Waterfront: Free Fireworks!
Following 8:00 p.m. Philadelphia Orchestra Free Concert
Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing and Camden Waterfront
Come experience unique, choreographed and synchronized soundtracks to the fireworks on the Delaware River. Watch from Penn’s Landing or enjoy along the Camden Waterfront, as music will be amplified on both sides of the river. The spectacular fireworks display is presented by Delaware River Waterfront Corporation.
 

Sunday, July 4

Celebration of Freedom
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Independence Hall
520 Chestnut Street
Join Mayor Michael A. Nutter and other local dignitaries as they kick off the day’s festivities at a ceremony honoring America’s 234th birthday.

The Philadelphia Independence Day Parade: Life, Liberty & You
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Historic Philadelphia
Bring your flags, patriotic spirit and plenty of energy to America’s best 4th of July parade and revel in the pageantry that has made this march through Historic Philadelphia a new local tradition. 

Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival $
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Walnut Street and Columbus Boulevard
Celebrate the holiday with right way with all-you-can eat treats! Make a $5 donation to the Joshua Kahan Fund and take advantage of all the free ice cream you can eat.

Happy Birthday America
12:30 p.m.
Independence Visitor Center
6th and Market Streets
Join us as we celebrate America’s birthday and sample delectable treats from hometown favorite Tastykake for free.

Bell Tapping Ceremony
1:30 p.m
Liberty Bell Center
500 Market Street
Descendents of the original Declaration of Independence signers honor their ancestors by ceremonially tapping this symbol of American freedom.

Party on the Parkway, with Green River Ordinance Concert
12:00 noon – 8:00 p.m.
Concert at 3 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 20th Street to Eakins Oval
The whole family will enjoy this day-long festival that features more than a mile of fun, free entertainment, activities, games and of course, lots of food! Highlights include pop-rock band Green River Ordinance’s performance at 3 p.m., and “strong men” show incredible feats of strength at the MHP Liberty Strongman classic from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

The highly anticipated, huge Birthday Party also offers Three Music Stages, each showcasing a variety of talented artists and musicians. The Philly Sound Stage showcases premier rock, pop and R&B groups from 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.; the Kid’s Music Stage features visitors from the Philadelphia Zoo, dance ensembles and the latest music from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.; and Flamenco and Salsa Dance, the Chinese Lion’s Dance, African Drum and Dance Ensembles and more will take place on the Multicultural Music Stage from 12:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Additionally, the Go 4th & Learn Kid’s Fun Zone from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. brings education to life for children through games, crafts, inflatable obstacle courses and moon bounces and face-painting, and the Multicultural Arts Pavilion highlights colorful artwork and crafts from a wide variety of cultures from 12 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Stay for the Grand Finale, the Life, Liberty & You concert starring The Goo Goo Dolls, preceded by The Roots with special guests Chrisette Michelle and Chuck Brown and Green River Ordinance. Jaw dropping fireworks will light the sky later in the evening.

Life, Liberty & You Concert Followed By Fireworks
8:00 p.m: Concert
Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Eakins Oval
Get ready to rock out to the latest music from the Goo Goo Dolls, The Roots, Chrisette Michele and Chuck Brown as a part of the largest free concert in America. But come early, because you won’t want to miss hearing the other great main stage acts. Directly after the concert, make sure to catch the most spectacular fireworks in the city!
 

Monday, July 5

Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival $
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Walnut Street and Columbus Boulevard at Penn's Landing
Don’t miss out on your last chance to make a $5 donation to the Joshua Kahan Fund and take advantage of all the free ice cream you can eat.