Schedule of Events:

June 19th, 2022

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Juneteenth Block Party at AAMP

Celebrate the history, culture, and legacy of Juneteenth with the African American Museum in Philadelphia at its Juneteenth Block Party: Celebrating the Legacy of Emancipation. In partnership with Wawa, Welcome America, Inc., and VISIT PHILADELPHIA®, AAMP will host a daylong, family-friendly outdoor festival that features a rich lineup of the region’s best and brightest creative luminaries.

Guests will enjoy live performances from international and local artists, a community marketplace featuring Black-owned businesses, vendors, community partners, and food trucks, and hands-on activities including art-making, line dancing, and more! Courtesy of Wawa, AAMP will also offer FREE admission to the Museum with online registration.

Location: African American Museum In Philadelphia, 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
 
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia

Wawa invites you to enjoy free admission to experience the richness and vibrancy of African American heritage and culture that come alive in four magnificent exhibit galleries filled with exciting history and fascinating art. Guests are highly encouraged to check each museum website for information about onsite health and safety guidelines that may be in place during your visit.

Location: African American Museum In Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

June 20, 2022

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Free Admission to the Historic Rittenhouse Town

The first permanent home for the Rittenhouse family (and birthplace of David Rittenhouse), the 1707 Rittenhouse Homestead is located across the Paper Mill Run from the site of the ca. 1702 mill.  This structure housed eight generations of the Rittenhouse family. Originally three rooms, The Homestead was expanded to nearly double its size. At the same time, the Bake House was built ca. 1725. With its impressive 16½ foot hearth, the Bake House fed generations of Rittenhouse family and mill workers.

Location: 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

June 21st, 2022

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Museum of Illusions

Enter the wonderful world of illusions where you can truly experience the impossible. Illusions challenge us to see things differently and they reveal a lot about how our brain interprets reality. We invite you to visit us at the Museum of Illusions Philadelphia where nothing is quite as it seems!

Are you ready for a fascinating adventure? Join us for an intriguing visual, sensory and educational experience with illusions ranging from tried and true classics to the never-before seen!

Location: 401 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM: Free Admission to the Wagner Free Institute of Science

Wagner Free Institute of Science is a National Historic Landmark natural history museum and educational institution. Explore the wonders of nature in its Victorian Exhibition Hall with more than 100,000 specimens on display! Visitors may explore on their own or use scavenger hunts to guide them through the collection. Tours and hands-on science lessons are available by appointment.

Location: 1700 W. Montgomery Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19121

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Rebuild Philadelphia Fishtown Pool Ribbon Cutting & Block Party

Each year, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation joins residents and city leaders to celebrate the opening of the City’s dozens of public swimming pools. This year, we are celebrating the ribbon cutting of the brand-new Francis Lederer Pool at Fishtown Rec (lovingly known as “The Swimmo” to locals), which is opening for the first time in 6 years!

Location: Fishtown Recreation Center, 1235 E Palmer St, Philadelphia, PA 19125

June 22nd, 2022

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: PECO Go 4th & Learn: Sports, STEM, Music and More

Join us for a morning filled with sports fitness and educational programming that intersect the arts and sciences.

Play soccer with the Philadelphia Union or join the Franklin Institute in a science experiment. Kids can drum to the beat with the West Powelton Steppers and Sixers Stixers, or chill out and listen to a pop-up story with the Free Library of Philadelphia and score a free book courtesy of Books in Homes USA. Plant some herbs from Burpee Gardening with Penn Food and Wellness Collaborative, and learn about pollinators with the Philadelphia Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion. Kids will get a taste of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s summer long art kids program with a hands-on art project, and much more!

Entrances to the event can be found at 33rd Street between South & Walnut Streets & 31st & Lower Walnut Streets.

Location: 31st & Lower Walnut Street

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Pay What You Wish Day at Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center

As part of this year’s Wawa Welcome America celebration, pay a visit to Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center in West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia! Visitors are invited to tour the house and feed the koi fish that swim in a pond under a 75-year-old weeping cherry tree, as well as explore the beautiful Japanese garden landscape that stretches for more than an acre. Shofuso is also home to the largest collection of murals by artist Hiroshi Senju outside of Japan.

Location: Lansdowne Dr &, Horticultural Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Einstein Healthcare Network Community Day

Come together with friends and family for an afternoon of fun at Cherashore Playground, hosted by Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, now part of Jefferson Health. Guests will enjoy free-to-play game trucks from House of Gamez, entertainment, food giveaways, local vendors, and learn about healthcare services and job opportunities at Einstein.

Location: Cherashore Playground | 851 W Olney Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19120

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site

Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Experience Eastern State’s historic cell blocks as the sun goes down with a special free evening of Night Tours: Summer Twilight. Admission Includes “The Voices of Eastern State” Audio Tour, history exhibits like Al Capone’s Cell, exhibits about prisons today, and over a dozen artist installations. Plus, grab a drink, relax, and connect in the Fair Chance Beer Garden where you can participate in hands-on activities like letter-writing, trivia, and collaborative art. Programming subject to availability. Not recommended for children under seven.

Location: 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130

June 23rd, 2022

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Pay What You Wish Day At Philadelphia Insectarium & Butterfly Pavilion

We are proud to be Philadelphia’s newest science museum and to showcase one of the most diverse living arthropod collections in the United States. With two floors of new museum exhibits, a 7,000 square foot tropical butterfly pavilion, and Next Generation aligned educational programming, we offer a unique and interactive experience for all to enjoy.

Location: 8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s National Wildlife Refuge System, a network of lands set aside for the benefit of native wildlife and plants. Established in 1972 through local activism, the refuge protects habitat for the benefit of both people and wildlife. Visitors to the refuge may observe hundreds of species of plants, trees, birds, insects and mammals.

Location: 8601 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19153

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Located in Philadelphia, PA, the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum is one of the world’s greatest collections of racing sports cars. Through our theme, “The Spirit of Competition”, we celebrate the history and evolution of these magnificent machines.

Assembled over 50 years by Dr. Frederick Simeone, the Museum contains over 75 historically significant cars including Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Bugatti, Mercedes, Jaguar, Bentley, Porsche, Aston Martin, Corvette, Ford, and more.

Location: 6825-31 Norwitch Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19153

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

The PAFA museum inspires the public by expanding the stories of American art through its collections, exhibitions, and programs.

The museum regularly produces rich and rewarding exhibitions seeking to amplify a wide range of artistic voices. Its archives, conservation, educational programs, and publications contribute to scholarly knowledge and community dialogue.

118-128 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Girls.Like.nicethings Event

Come out for a night celebrating women in music and the arts. Show off your style and enjoy food, drinks and high energy performances from a selection of Philly’s most talented women. Produced in partnership with nicethingsMUSIC and East Market.

Location: East Market Plaza, 1100 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Philly @ the Movies: Rocky

Yo Philly! Join us on the famous steps for a Welcome America tradition. Enjoy a Philly centric night under the stars with a free screening of the fan-favorite. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs and/or blankets.

Location: Philadelphia Art Museum 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

June 24th, 2022

6:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Wawa Community Brightening Day

In honor of Police Athletic League’s 75th Anniversary join Wawa for an official ribbon cutting and exciting unveiling of the refreshed Southwest PAL Center, beautifully transformed into a safe and welcoming facility thanks to associate volunteers who devoted a day of cleaning, gardening, painting and more! The surrounding community is invited to enjoy refreshments from Wawa and hear firsthand how the center represents a true legacy of the Wawa Welcome America festival and the lasting impact on our community!

Location: Pal Southwest, 5900 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Masonic Temple, Library and Museum

The Masonic Temple in Philadelphia was constructed in 1873. It is considered one of the great “wonders” of the Masonic world. Resplendent with artwork, frescos, stained glass, murals and sculpture, it is a visual treasure just waiting to be discovered by the general public. It connects both Masons and non-Masons alike to an inspirational world of art and architecture, history and grandeur. In addition, there is also an exhibit hall, featuring a wide assortment of treasures from Philadelphia’s, America’s and Freemasonry’s past.

Location: 1 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

10:00 AM - 8:30 PM: Pay What You Wish Day At The Rodin Museum

The Rodin Museum, a beloved cultural gemstone in a verdant setting along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, contains one of the?largest collections?outside of Paris of the works of Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), one of the great sculptors of all time. The garden around the iconic building showcases eight major works, including The Thinker and The Gates of Hell. Some of these celebrated bronzes occupy the same locations in which they were installed when the museum first opened in 1929. A seasonal pop-up, the Rodin Garden Bar will serve beer, wine, craft cocktails and tasty small plates on Friday evenings in the scenic garden (weather permitting).

Location: 2151 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Army Field Band & Chorus on Independence

America the Beautiful. The U.S. Army Field Band 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. We honor the veterans of every generation who answered the call to defend this great land, and recognize the Soldiers standing guard today in more than 140 countries around the world who are proud to call America “home.”

Location: Independence Mall, Block 2, Philadelphia

June 25th, 2022

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Arch Street Meeting House

Arch Street Meeting House is both a museum and active Quaker place of worship that was built in 1804 on property originally deeded to the Religious Society of Friends by William Penn as a burial ground. In fact, approximately 20,000 burials occurred on Arch Street Meeting House’s historic grounds! Step inside this active Quaker meeting house to learn more about the stories of the people, the building, and the grounds of Arch Street.

Location: 320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM: PNC Presents: Avenue of the Arts Block Party @ the Kimmel Cultural Campus

The Avenue of the Arts comes to life with entertainment, art, food and more! Enjoy live performances from local and world-renowned artists, including three-time Emmy Award-winning Bill Jolly, Rated Art, and Zo, featuring lead singer Gina Castanzo from NBC’s The Voice. Kids and kids-at-heart can slide down the 120-foot slide or zip across Broad Street on the 300-foot zip-line – both FREE of charge! Sip a cocktail at the Garces Beer Garden and grab a bite to eat from one of the many local food trucks or nearby restaurants. Get crafty with Mural Arts Philadelphia and participate in creating unique chalk art, then shop local vendors and snag free giveaways from festival sponsors.

Head inside the Kimmel Culture Campus for high-powered entertainment on the PNC Arts Alive Stage and exclusive experiences, such as performances by cast members from Moulin Rouge! The Musical and other popular titles on the Broadway Series and an interactive dance workshop led by Teaching Artists from Disney Theatrical Group. Audience members will learn warm-ups and choreography set to music from The Lion King on Tour and Broadway!

Location: Broad Street Between Locust And Pine & Spruce Between 15th And Juniper, Philadelphia

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Pay What You Wish Day At Johnson House Historic Site

Johnson House Historic Site, Inc. is one of Philadelphia’s few accessible, intact historic sites and stops on the Underground Railroad open for tours. During the 19th century, and for several generations beyond, the Johnson House was owned by a family of Quaker abolitionists who worked with other European Americans, and African Americans — free and enslaved – to secure safe passage to freedom along the extensive network of clandestine routes and safe houses known as the Underground Railroad. When visiting, you will acquire an understanding of the audacious men and women who labored for the freedom of others and gain an appreciation for the courageous decisions made by enslaved Africans to embark on a perilous, hope-filled journey to freedom.

Location: 6306 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Paul Robeson House & Museum

Paul Leroy Robeson was a Renaissance man who spent most of his life fighting injustice, for which he was roundly persecuted. He was an actor, orator, athlete, lawyer, singer, author, scholar, activist and linguist. Most of all, the “tallest man in the forest” – he stood 6-foot-3 – was an authentic American Hero.

Location: 4951 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139

June 26th, 2022

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Pay What You Wish Day At The Neon Museum of Philadelphia

The Neon Museum of Philadelphia is dedicated to preserving historic signage as an important element of community heritage in Philadelphia and America. The Museum’s permanent collection contains over 150 neon pieces — from large, animated commercial signs to one-of-a-kind artworks. The collection is complemented by artifacts, photos, oral histories, and descriptive narratives. Through changing exhibitions and events, a video archive and a browsing library, the Museum also promotes neon art and appreciation of the 20th-century American roadside.

Location: 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day- Paul Robeson House & Museum

Paul Robeson Exhibit: His Movies – His Music – His Message

Experience the virtuosity of Paul Robeson in an exciting new exhibit that transports you to the artistic world that he once “owned.” In a Hollywood-style setting, witness his performances in “Othello” in London and New York. Watch him transform himself into characters in “Emperor Jones” and “Show Boat,” where he made “Ol’ Man River” a star. Listen to him sing across the Atlantic and the Canadian border in defiance of government restrictions aimed at silencing him. He was a man bent on freedom.

Location: 4951 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Gospel on Independence

Join us for a moving and uplifting performance starring gospel legend Yolanda Yvette Adams, alongside the Welcome America Mass Choir under the direction of Austin Woodland and Zak Williams, showcasing talented singers from across the city with a special performance by The Talented Tenors. This year’s performance, hosted by WDAS Patty Jackson, is an Ode to Freedom, celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Harriet Tubman. Limited seating available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs and/or blankets. Beginning at 5 PM, enjoy tasty food selections from the Bourse Food Hall and a performance by Rev. R2 and Da’ Crew on 5th Street between Market and Chestnut Streets.

Location: Independence National Historical Park, 5th & Market Streets

June 27th, 2022

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Motivation Monday Presented By IBX

Partnering with our Official Health and Wellness partner, Independence Blue Cross, this brand new signature wellness event offers fun and engaging ways to come together as a community and practice positive mental, physical and emotional well-being.

Location: Eakins Oval, Parkway

June 28th, 2022

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Admission to the Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia is America’s finest museum of medical history, we display our beautifully preserved collections of anatomical specimens, models, and medical instruments in a nineteenth-century “cabinet museum” setting.

The goal of the Museum is to help visitors understand the mysteries and beauty of the human body and appreciate the history of diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Location: 19 S. 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: PECO Go 4th & Learn: A Cultural Journey

Follow the sound of ancient Chinese instruments to Franklin Square’s rendition of the Friendship Gate and discover dynamic performances, face painters, storytellers and more! Budding engineers learn about lantern-making with the Asian Arts Initiative and future gurus sharpen their concentration in a tai chi class. All the while tiny travelers frolic around the Franklin Square Fountain and larger-than-life lanterns as they dream of their future adventures amid the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival grounds. Children can also enjoy a free book giveaway courtesy of Books in Homes USA. Franklin Square, 6th & Race Street.

Location: Franklin Square, 6th & Race Street

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Red, White & Blueprint – Help Plan Philly’s Celebration of the Nation’s 250th in 2026

Philadelphia has always played a major role in hosting previous national anniversaries from 1876, 1926, and 1976, and soon to be 2026, with the 250th anniversary. With each one, special buildings or monuments were constructed as legacy projects such as Memorial Hall, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and the African American Museum of Philadelphia. Hosted by PHILADELPHIA250, the nonprofit leading the City of Philadelphia’s 250th plans, this free and family-friendly event invites the people of Philadelphia – especially its youngest residents – to help shape the programs and experiences that will serve as our city’s legacy for the 250th and help build a stronger, more resilient city for all. PHILADELPHIA250 will be unveiling the semi-finalists for its Leave a Legacy grant program, a public call for community-sourced projects that will strengthen Philadelphia’s neighborhoods in 2026 and beyond. The event will feature live music, kid-friendly activities, 250th idea collection and more.

Location: Smith Memorial Playground, 3500 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19121

June 29th, 2022

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day at National Constitution Center Courtesy of Wawa

As part of Wawa Welcome America, Wawa invites all visitors to enjoy free admission at the National Constitution Center and an array of patriotic festivities surrounding the Fourth of July—including the interactive Independence Day show, exploring the history of the Declaration of Independence and how the definition of “We the People” has expanded since Thomas Jefferson penned the famous words “…all men are created equal…” in 1776.

Location: 525 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19106

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Wawa Hoagie Day

Join Wawa for historic Hoagie Day Tributes to our Local Heroes, featuring 7-tons of FREE Wawa Hoagies served at Noon along Independence Mall, and a performance by the Six String Soldiers of The United States Army String Band. And, over 960 stores chainwide will celebrate Hoagie Day® in their local communities by building and donating more than 30,000 hoagies to local first responders and community heroes serving their neighborhoods – all in one day! The in-person event will take place at 5th & 6th Streets at Independence Mall.  Hoagies served at noon!

Location: Independence Mall, Block 2

June 30th, 2022

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM: PECO Go 4th & Learn: A Great Debate

Leap into history and listen in on a debate for the ages. Young historians and discerning debaters are encouraged to play a role in discussing how the stories of the past influence the present, on the very grounds our country was founded. History will come to life, as children of all ages, gain different points of view while learning about the early days of our nation at Independence National Historical Park. Children can also enjoy a free book giveaway courtesy of Books in Homes USA.

Location: Independence National Historical Park, Market Street Between 5th & 6th Streets

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At American Swedish Historical Museum

The American Swedish Historical Museum welcomes all people to explore cultural identity through the story of Swedes and Scandinavians in America. The ASHM is a community dedicated to preserving and interpreting material culture and is alive with celebrations, exhibitions, and learning experiences. Come and explore the New Sweden Colony and both historical and modern cultural connections with Sweden through engaging exhibits and events.

Location: 1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia PA 19145

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Wyck Historic House, Garden, and Farm

Wyck is a National Historic Landmark house, garden, and farm in the Germantown neighborhood of Philadelphia that served as the ancestral home to one Philadelphia family for nine generations (1690-1973). Here, traditional Quaker culture blended with a passion for innovation. The people who lived and worked at Wyck expressed these values through their commitment to education, horticulture, natural history, and preservation.

Location: 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Summer Solstice White Party @ AAMP

AAMP’s Summer Solstice will welcome international recording artist and Philadelphia icon, Barbara Sheree, as host for a night of live music, performance, and improv. The night will feature the region’s best musical talent and will include a full band and a live DJ playing your favorite classics. Food and wine will be served.

Location: The African American Museum In Philadelphia; 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

July 1st, 2022

10:00 AM - 8:30 PM: Pay What You Wish Day At The Rodin Museum

The Rodin Museum, a beloved cultural gemstone in a verdant setting along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, contains one of the?largest collections?outside of Paris of the works of Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), one of the great sculptors of all time. The garden around the iconic building showcases eight major works, including The Thinker and The Gates of Hell. Some of these celebrated bronzes occupy the same locations in which they were installed when the museum first opened in 1929. A seasonal pop-up, the Rodin Garden Bar will serve beer, wine, craft cocktails and tasty small plates on Friday evenings in the scenic garden (weather permitting).

Location: 2151 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Penn Museum

Visit the Penn Museum during the Wawa Welcome America 2022 festival! World adventure awaits––no passport required. Use your smartphone and headphones to explore incredible artifacts in our collections through “Amazing Artifacts” gallery audio stops. Have a seat in our beautifully renovated Harrison Auditorium for a “Museum Voyagers” object spotlight tour. Plus, self-guided tools such as gallery games, scavenger hunts, and I SPY activities will keep families and small groups hooked on world history!

Location: 3260 South Street, Philadelphia, Pa 19104

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Faith and Liberty Discovery Center

The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center is an immersive journey that illuminates the profound impact faith has had on American history. It’s an enlightening experience that must be seen to be appreciated. With an interactive lamp in hand, you can explore the museum and capture fascinating content that can be delved into further online at home. The museum is an inspirational destination that tells the story of how our nation was born and how our leaders have turned to the Bible to guide them repeatedly throughout history. Discover how together, faith and liberty were instrumental in forging a strong America.

Location: 101 N Independence Mall E, Philadelphia, PA 19106

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Free Museum Day At The Powel House

PhilaLandmarks is partnering with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia to present Orchestra in the Garden, a free concert at the Powel House on Friday, July 1st at 3 p.m. The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia presents a program of Classical and Baroque music that would have been known and loved by Philadelphia’s own Benjamin Franklin. Italian Baroque composers like Corelli and Boccherini were known to populate the Founding Father’s personal libraries, while in Paris, Franklin and Jefferson met and admired Mozart and Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. Celebrate Independence Day in our nation’s birthplace listening to the favorite music of Philadelphia’s most famous revolutionary. This program was made possible by PNC Arts Alive.

Location: 244 S 3rd St #3811, Philadelphia, PA 19106

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Our America Now: Expressions of Freedom & Waterfront Fireworks

Set along Philadelphia’s iconic waterfront, this immersive experience brings to life pivotal moments of history and tells the stories of influential individuals through diverse voices. Artists from Olive Dance Theatre and We The People Stage will use spoken word, dance, and song to portray personal and historical stories rooted in passionate expressions of freedom. Guests will be invited to be part of the performance by joining the storytelling stage hosted by Emmy-Award Winning content creator Thomas C. Knox. This event features DJs, food trucks, live artistic performances, and interactive activities, with a grand fireworks finale!

Location: Cherry Street Pier & Race Street Pier

9:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Fireworks On The Waterfront

Once Our America Now: Expressions of Freedom has concluded enjoy a breathtaking fireworks display on the waterfront!

Location: Cherry Street Pier, 121 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106

July 2nd, 2022

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At National Liberty Museum

Wawa Welcome America kicks off the celebrations for our nation’s birthday weekend at the Museum that celebrates liberty every day of the year with People Speak, a weekend-long celebration of our inalienable rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Stenton

Stenton is one of the earliest, best-preserved, and most authentic historic houses in Philadelphia. Completed in 1730 as a country-seat, plantation house for James Logan – Secretary to William Penn; merchant, politician, justice, scientist, and scholar – Stenton was home to six generations of the Logan family, as well as a diverse community of servants and enslaved Africans, including Dinah, who lived and labored at Stenton for over 50 years. Furnished with 18th- and 19th-century Logan family objects, and remaining in little-altered condition, a visit to Stenton offers an unparalleled experience of early Pennsylvania.

Location: 4601 N 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Pay What You Wish at Philadelphia Museum of Art

Pay What You Wish Family Festivals on Sunday, July 3and August 7, will be large scale celebrations. They will feature performances, community partners, and art making throughout the building. The July 3 festival will celebrate Roberto Lugo’s vase, It’s All About the Benjamins and will feature locally-based artist Jihan Thomas; demonstrations from the Clay Studio; a hip hop dance performance, and more!

Location: 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Celebration of Community & Culture @ Esperanza Arts Center

Immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant Latin cultures found across our city.  Enjoy a festive block party style atmosphere complete with Latin food, music, and vendors, before heading inside the Esperanza Arts Center for performances by Argentinian pianist Emiliano Messiez and his quartet, and performances and dance lessons with members of the Philadelphia Argentine Tango School.

Location: Esperanza, 4261 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Pershing’s Own Concert & Waterfront Fireworks

Patriotic, all-star concert by the US Army’s Pershing’s Own followed by a thrilling fireworks display over the Delaware River Waterfront.

Location: Great Plaza At Delaware River Waterfront S. Columbus Boulevard & Chestnut Street, Penn's Landing

9:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Fireworks On The Waterfront

Once the Preshing Own concert has concluded enjoy a breathtaking display of fireworks on the waterfront!

Location: Penn's Landing

July 3rd, 2022

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day at The Barnes Foundation

PECO Free First Sunday Family Day

Every first Sunday of the month, families and friends can enjoy free access to the Barnes collection and special exhibition, plus music and performances, story time, and art-making activities. In July, the Barnes partners with the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection at Temple University to present a full day of activities inspired by Blockson’s recent exhibition and graphic novel, Black Lives Always Mattered! (BLAM!). Access to the Barnes collection and Isaac Julien: Statues Never Die exhibition are included.

Location: 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: POPS on Independence

The Philly POPS continues its 43-year Independence tradition with POPS on Independence. The POPS will perform an original program created and conducted by Music Director and Principal Conductor David Charles Abell, featuring Grammy & Tony nominee, Hamilton star Joshua Henry. The program will feature patriotic standards, pop favorites, and more. A Philadelphia tradition, this performance is part of The Philly POPS Salute Series, honoring our nation’s traditions, values, and commitment to service.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair or blanket. Beginning at 5 PM, on 5th Street outside The Bourse Food Hall, guests are invited for entertainment, food, and fun before the start of the show.

Location: Independence Mall, Block 2

July 4th, 2022

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History

Established in 1976, and situated on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History is the only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and interpreting the American Jewish experience. The Weitzman presents educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore, and celebrate the history of Jews in America. Its purpose is to connect Jews more closely to their heritage and to inspire in people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience and the freedoms to which Americans aspire. Now on view: Deborah Kass’s OY/YO outdoor sculpture, “The Future Will Follow the Past: An Exhibition by Jonathan Horowitz,” and more.

Location: 101 S Independence Mall E, Philadelphia, PA 19106

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Celebration of Freedom Ceremony

Kick off Philadelphia’s premier celebration of July 4th where it all began – Independence Hall – with a patriotic ceremony celebrating those who make Philadelphia, the region, and our country a better place. The ceremony is televised on NBC10 and features special guests, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, Mayor Jim Kenney’s Magis Award presentation, the reveal of the Wawa Foundation Hero Award winner and Freedom Mortgage’s Celebrate Freedom Award. Produced in partnership with the Office of City Representative.

This event is free and open to the public. Tickets not required. Limited seating available on a first come first served basis. Event begins at 10 AM and will be televised at 6 PM on NBC10.

Location: Independence Hall, 6th Street Between Chestnut And Walnut Streets, Broadcast On Nbc10, Philadelphia

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Salute To America Independence Day Parade

The parade returns with a new route and dynamic elements from nine states that are sure to create a flurry of patriotism and red, white and blue. With Miss America 2022, Emma Broyles, as the grand marshal, guests will enjoy lavish floats, United States Military units, marching bands, cultural groups, dance performances, historical characters, and much more!

Location: East Market Street Between 2nd Street And City Hall

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM: Free Museum Day At Christ Church and Burial Ground

Founded in 1695, Christ Church has been cited as “the finest specimen of Colonial architecture standing.” During the Revolutionary Era, it hosted the Continental Congresses and counted Benjamin Rush, Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross among its members. “No church has played a more significant role in our nation’s birth,” according to David McCullough. Christ Church and its Burial Ground receive over 250,000 visitors annually, making Christ Church one of the most visited historic sites in Philadelphia. The Christ Church Campus is also home to the Neighborhood House – a performance venue in Old City.

This summer, Christ Church will celebrate “Signers Day” on July 3rd including free activities for families & special tours, Free Museum Day on July 4th including special tours and history hunts. A free concert given by the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia will be offered at Christ Church and a free performance of The American Revolution – The Show! Will be presented at the Christ Church Burial Ground.

Location: 340 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

12:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Party On The Parkway

The Party on the Parkway is back  and the entertainment is non-stop! Get ready to be wowed with three performance stages – Pennsylvania Lottery Groove Stage, Chill Moody Music Stage and the Rumba 106.1 Dance Party. Enjoy a day-long party jam packed with entertainment, games, food trucks, giveaways and more! Kids can enjoy activities and fun at the PECO Kids Zone, along with a book giveaway courtesy of Books in Homes USA. And, before the concert begins, be sure to check in with PA Turnpike for a chance to win access to the front section of the July 4th Concert via the E-ZPass Fast Pass!

Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Enter At Logan Square

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert

The festival culminates with a star-studded concert back on the Parkway, featuring performances by award-winning singer/songwriter Jason Derulo and multiple-platinum selling popstar Ava Max, followed by a breathtaking fireworks display. While fireworks light up the sky, DJ Ghost and Q102 will light up the airwaves with a DJ set fully synced to 4th of July Fireworks display. Concert and Fireworks televised live on NBC10 & TeleXitos. .

Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Fairmount

9:45 PM - 10:00 PM: Wawa Welcome America Fireworks Spectacular

Courtesy of Wawa, the tradition of July 4th fireworks returns to the iconic Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Beginning at 8 p.m., guests are welcome to gather from Eakins Oval to Logan Circle to enjoy this rousing and patriotic festival grand finale. The official fireworks soundtrack will air on The Breeze 106.1 FM.  The complete fireworks spectacular will be broadcast live on NBC10 and TeleXitos.

Location: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Broadcast On Nbc10

Fest Date: June 19 - July 4, 2022

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