Franklin Fountain Debuts America 250 Statue Liberty Sundaes, Liberty Bell Bars, Fish House Punch

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Franklin Fountain Debuts America 250 Statue Liberty Sundaes, Liberty Bell Bars, Fish House Punch

One of the most famous scoop shops in America is celebrating the country's 250th birthday with three special releases in time for July 4th weekend. The Franklin Fountain, Philadelphia's award-winning 1900's inspired ice cream parlor and soda shop, announce a limited edition Torch of Liberty Sundae, Liberty Bell Ice Cream Bars and Fish House Punch Fizz at their location at 116 Market Street, in Confectionery Row, in historic Philadelphia. All three are available now while supplies last - and all three are great ways to cool down during the July 4th and America 250 weekend where temperatures are expected to soar. 

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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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Parx in Bucks County is Named One of the Luckiest Casinos in America

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Parx in Bucks County is Named One of the Luckiest Casinos in America

As the Greater Philadelphia region prepares to welcome visitors from around the world for FIFA matches and the nation's Semiquincentennial celebration,  Parx Casino®  in Bucks County is adding another reason for travelers and locals alike to make the region their destination. Parx Casino ® has been ranked the No. 2 Luckiest Casino in America in Casinos .com's 2026 America's Luckiest Casinos rankings, a national analysis highlighted by Forbes. The ranking was based on more than 830,000 guest reviews from casino resorts across the country, evaluating guest-reported winning experiences, jackpots, bonuses and rewards. Parx is the only casino from the tri-state region to make the list. It is the only casino from Pennsylvania to make the list, which also includes casinos from Delaware and New Jersey.

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Mamajuana Hosts 10 Soccer Watch Parties, Extended Hours, Global Food and Vibes

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Mamajuana Hosts 10 Soccer Watch Parties, Extended Hours, Global Food and Vibes

Starting Thursday, June 11th for the official tournament opener, Mamajuana Cafe Philly at 1000 Frankford Avenue is going all in with ten big-screen watch parties, four themed Sunday vibe brunches, live Salsa and Samba entertainment, exclusive tournament cocktails, chef-crafted game-day specials, and a special soccer mascot at every single match.

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Philly's Largest Beer Festival Returns to Philadelphia Zoo: Summer Ale Fest is Back

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Philly's Largest Beer Festival Returns to Philadelphia Zoo: Summer Ale Fest is Back

Get ready to go wild at Philadelphia Zoo’s favorite summer bash! Summer Ale Festival is back on Saturday, July 18, 2026, with over 100 beers, ciders, seltzers, meads, teas, spirits and non-alcoholic options, including 13 new vendors. This fan-favorite event is the only place in the region where you can sip with snow leopards, toast near tigers and cheers with Andean bears!

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Under the El Bazaar Kicks Off for Summer in Fishtown

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Under the El Bazaar Kicks Off for Summer in Fishtown

Fishtown District invites residents and visitors to experience a colorful celebration of creativity, community and local businesses at Under the El Bazaar: Chalk of the Town on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from Noon to 6:00pm, along the 1700 block of North Front Street in Fishtown. This is the first of three in the series for Under the El Bazaar, with the other two scheduled for Saturday, July 18th and August 15th. Each month look for food, drink, live music, outdoor art, vendors, shopping and other surprises.

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New Hope and Lambertville Announce 3-Day, 2-State America 250 Party on July 4th Weekend

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New Hope and Lambertville Announce 3-Day, 2-State America 250 Party on July 4th Weekend

Two of America's most famous twin river towns are teaming up for a giant July 4th weekend celebration for America's 250th birthday. Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and America Celebrates Inc. announce a three-day spectacle on Friday, July 3, Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2026 in New Hope, Pennsylvania and Lambertville, New Jersey. The "New Hope-Lambertville America 250 Festival" will bring together over 50 community, tourism and hospitality organizations to take over both sides of the famous Delaware River for fireworks, drones, parades, marches, music, theater and patriotism in the very place where George Washington was a regular during Revolutionary times.

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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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Manayunk Arts Festival to Host Paint My Ride Art Competition and Immersive Experience

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Manayunk Arts Festival to Host Paint My Ride Art Competition and Immersive Experience

Manayunk Development Corporation announces an exciting new immersive and interactive addition to the 37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival this weekend. On day one of the festival, Saturday, June 27th, Carrera's Drive Your Story 70th Anniversary Activation will stop by Philly on its national tour. They will host an epic paint battle in the middle of Main Street Manayunk between two of our most talented and famous local artists, Jenna Morello and Alloyius McIlwaine.

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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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