Fridays, June 5 - August 28
Cocktails & Congress
Produced by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. in partnership with Carpenters' Company of the City and County of Philadelphia
Experience the First Continental Congress where it actually happened!
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July 3
1776: The Movie Musical
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July 4
Patriotic Pet Show
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Saturdays, June 6 - August 29
Independence After Hours
An exclusive after-hours tour of Independence Hall.
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May 23 - September 5, 2026
Ben Franklin Under the Mulberry Tree
Meet Dr. Franklin in the courtyard where he used to live.
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Saturdays in 2026
52 Weeks of Firsts
Celebrate the America's 250th in the city of firsts!
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June 5 - August 16, 2026
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival returns June 5!
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The Franklin Square fountain glowing pink and purple at night during the fountain show
April 18 - October 31
Franklin Square Fountain Show
Spectacular dancing water effects and colored lights choreographed to music!
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Two young riders enjoying a ride on the Parx Liberty Carousel in Franklin Square
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Parx Liberty Carousel
Center City's only carousel features a zebra, a lion, an eagle, a dragon, and more!
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