July 2 - 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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June 20 - August 31
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival returns June 20!
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The Franklin Square fountain glowing pink and purple at night during the fountain show
April - 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
Daily
Parx Liberty Carousel
Center City's only carousel features a zebra, a lion, an eagle, a dragon, and more!
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A boy putts a golf ball into a replica of the Liberty Bell on the Philly Mini Golf course at Franklin Square
Daily
Philly Mini Golf
Center City's ONLY 18-hole miniature golf course is designed after favorite Philly landmarks.
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Exterior of the Betsy Ross House on a sunny day
Daily
Betsy Ross House Tours
The Betsy Ross House, the birthplace of the American flag, is alive with the sights and sounds of the 18th century.
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June 10—September 1, 2025
Declaration Reading
End your day in Historic Philadelphia with a reading of the Declaration of Independence!
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Weekly
Tai Chi in the Square
Practice Tai Chi at Franklin Square!
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May 24—September 1, 2025
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
One-of-a-kind Storytelling Benches are within Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened.
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