Philadelphia Zoo Announces Biggest Sale in 153 Years for America 250

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Philadelphia Zoo Announces Biggest Sale in 153 Years for America 250

Philadelphia Zoo, America’s first zoo, is offering locals and tourists to the region the chance to visit the Zoo at its best prices of the year to celebrate America 250 and the Zoo’s 153rd grand opening anniversary. For just five days, guests can enjoy 25% off all general admission tickets on Wednesday, July 1 through Sunday, July 5 with code 4JULY25. Ticket prices vary from $21-29.50 for adults and $17-24 for children. The sale starts Saturday, June 27.

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Fishtown District Presents Summer-Long Happy Hour Fishtown Taps at 20 Restaurants and Bars

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Fishtown District Presents Summer-Long Happy Hour Fishtown Taps at 20 Restaurants and Bars

Fishtown District announces the return of Philadelphia's most popular new summer happy hour. Every Tuesday, now through September 29th, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, head to over twenty top bars, breweries, distilleries, restaurants and eateries for $5 beers, $6 wines, $7 cocktails, discounted appetizers and specially priced mocktails and zero proof cocktails. This year's early line-up reads like a who's who of Fishtown's iconic bar, brewery and food scene…

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18 Soccer Watch Parties, Events, Festivals and More in Philly and the Suburbs

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18 Soccer Watch Parties, Events, Festivals and More in Philly and the Suburbs

Philadelphia restaurants, bars and breweries are gearing up for the start of the world’s largest sporting event. Look for top watch parties for FIFA World Cup at these locations and venues around Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including Brauhaus Schmitz, Mamajuana Cafe Philly, Yards Brewing, Evil Genius Beer Company, Standard Tap and more.

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Philadelphia Zoo Announces Soccer Shop Debut, Fan Fest Parking and 60 World Cup Animals

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Philadelphia Zoo Announces Soccer Shop Debut, Fan Fest Parking and 60 World Cup Animals

Philadelphia Zoo is ready to welcome hundreds of thousands of guests from around the globe as locals and tourists from across the city and region begin to celebrate the arrival of the FIFA World Cup and America 250. At the Zoo, guests can meet 60 species that are native to the nations playing at Lincoln Financial Field throughout the tournament: Brazil, Croatia, Curacao, Ecuador, France, Ghana, Haiti and Ivory Coast. Plus, the Zoo has opened a brand-new gift shop, Destination Philadelphia, that has everything needed to cheer on Team USA for the World Cup and celebrate America 250. And, the Zoo is offering parking to visitors looking to visit FIFA Fan Festival. Philadelpiha Zoo also is proud to present their Philly Pherris Wheel specially open for America 250 and World Cup visitors this spring at 110 feet / 10 stories tall with epic views of Philadelphia. Carey Bear Country just opened in time for World Cup visitors - and penguins and Zootopiaries have returned to the Zoo for FIFA and America 250.

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Fishtown Beer Festival Returns with 20 Breweries, 40 Taps and a Block Party

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Fishtown Beer Festival Returns with 20 Breweries, 40 Taps and a Block Party

After a sold out inaugural year, Evil Genius Beer Company and Fishtown District are calling all beer fans back to the neighborhood for the Second Annual Fishtown Beer Festival. The festival will return to its home on the 1700 block of Front Street on Saturday, June 20th, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, bringing together the city’s premier craft breweries for a high-energy summer block party. 

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Tots to Teens Run Away to the Big Top as Philly Circus Summer Camp Returns

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Tots to Teens Run Away to the Big Top as Philly Circus Summer Camp Returns

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts announces 2026 Summer Circus Camp now through Labor Day Weekend, for students looking to run off to the region's big top. PSCA’s award-winning camp is back and has options for kids ages 4 to 5 (Kinder), 6 to 7 (Junior), 8 to 12 (Youth) and 13 to 17 (Teen). Campers are divided into groups within each camp by age and experience level. No prior experience is needed for camp.

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Northern Liberties Spring Fest Debuts with Music, Family Fun, Hot Dog Contest

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Northern Liberties Spring Fest Debuts with Music, Family Fun, Hot Dog Contest

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District presents the inaugural Northern Liberties Spring Festival presented by Sprouts Farmers Market. The all-ages, all-day celebration will take place on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11:00am to 5:00pm, at 3rd and Poplar, as well as inside and around Liberty Lands. The line-up will feature two stages, live bands, music and dance performances, food trucks, cold cocktails, made-in-Northern Liberties beers, hot dog eating contest, kids’ yoga, neighborhood small businesses, artists and makers, pet portraits, DIY flower bouquets, make-and-take craft station, and many other surprises.

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Pennsylvania's Largest Food Truck Festival Returns to Philadelphia

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Pennsylvania's Largest Food Truck Festival Returns to Philadelphia

The largest food event in Philadelphia - and one of the largest food truck festivals in America - is back and bigger than ever! StrEAT Food Festival returns to Manayunk on Sunday, April 19, 2026, from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Over 70 food trucks and 20 gourmet food vendors of the region’s top food trucks and food vendors will line historic Main Street for the day, serving up menus that range from savory BBQ and global street food to decadent desserts and sweet treats. In addition to the food trucks, the festival will also feature gourmet food vendors, unique shopping options and live music throughout the day. New for 2026, the festival will feature an all-new, expanded family area, creating even more space for guests to relax, explore, and enjoy the day. The extended footprint also allows for additional food trucks and vendors, making this year’s festival the largest StrEAT yet. Main Street Manayunk will be closed to vehicle traffic to allow all visitors a chance to explore the historic neighborhood. This rain or shine event is the perfect spring escape for visitors of all ages. There is no admission charge, and all food and drink is pay-as-you-go.

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Philly AIDS Thrift Announces 2026 Grant Awards

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Philly AIDS Thrift Announces 2026 Grant Awards

Philly AIDS Thrift is proud to announce $404,557.00 in community grant funding to 33 nonprofit organizations delivering HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support services across Greater Philadelphia. With this grant cycle, the organization surpasses $5.6 million in total donations since its founding, reflecting its long-term commitment to community-based HIV/AIDS services.

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Fishtown Restaurants Present Stouts and Snouts

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Fishtown Restaurants Present Stouts and Snouts

Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District invites beer lovers, foodies and fun-seekers to the return of Stouts & Snouts, a neighborhood-wide celebration of bold brews, creative cocktails and delicious pork-inspired bites.

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