October 05, 2026

Manayunk Announces Fall Festival, Mac N Cheese Crawl, Halloween Pop-ups on Main Street

October 05, 2026/ Manayunk Development Corporation/ Brenda Hillegas

Manayunk Development Corporation is thrilled to announce another new block buster event this fall. Following the runaway success of Manayunk Restaurant Week and Stroll After Hours, MDC will debut Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm, along historic Main Street. This one day celebration takes place during one of the best times of year to visit Manayunk, as the leaves are changing overhead, the towpath and trails never looked prettier, decorations are popping up at local businesses and seasonal flavors take over food and drink menus. Festival goers can expect family-friendly activities, 14+ food trucks and vendors, 50+ local vendors and artists, seasonal fare, autumn sips, live outdoor music, 2 stages, and a tasty crawl to pick the best Mac N Cheese in Manayunk.

September 28, 2026

First Friday Block Party Series at South Philly's Electric Alley Extended to October

September 28, 2026/ Nice Things Handmade/ Guest User

One of South Philadelphia's most electrifying art destinations is throwing a final farewell party for 2026. After a summer bringing the community together, Nice Things Handmade and Percy Street Project announce the last of First Fridays on Percy Street on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on the 1300 block of S. Percy Street in the heart of Passyunk Square. This no charge community event is all ages, family friendly, fido friendly and will bring live music, live painting, 40-plus local vendors, and food to the glowing alley known for its illuminated murals. Phil Korshak will be back in Philly serving up hot dogs and other treats from his new spot Korshak Parkside Provisions coming soon to 13th and Reed. Chilly Banana will be serving up dairy fr ee, vegan banana whips with all the magical toppings. Musical guests will include Huston West, Jacob Waters and DJ Linz and Mars. Live painting will be sponsored by Rosebear Arts representing four artists painting on a four sided free Mural wall.

September 21, 2026

14th Annual Roxtoberfest Fest to Take Over Ridge Avenue

September 21, 2026/ Roxborough Development Corporation/ Guest User

Roxborough Development Corporation (RDC) will bring back the 14th Annual Roxtoberfest on Saturday, October 3, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, transforming Ridge Avenue into one of Philadelphia’s biggest and best-loved Oktoberfest and fall festival celebrations. Roxtoberfest has grown from a small neighborhood street festival into one of Philadelphia’s oldest and best-attended Oktoberfests, attracting thousands of neighbors and visitors for a day packed with live entertainment, local food and drink, family-friendly activities, shopping, community fun and plenty of Oktoberfest and fall harvest spirit. Come ready for live music, 100+ vendors, pet costume contest, Oktoberfest costume contest, cemetary tours, scarecrow walk, kids' root beer liter lift, wellness village and more. Don your best pair of lederhosen, sip on New Ridge Brewing Co. beer, and join us on Ridge Avenue between Lyceum Avenue and Leverington Avenue, with a Scarecrow Walk extending from Leverington Avenue to Hermitage Street.

September 13, 2026

Evil Genius Hosts 15th Anniversary Music Fest with Wheatus of Teenage Dirtbag Fame

September 13, 2026/ Evil Genius/ Guest User

Evil Genius Beer Company celebrates 15 years of very silly names and very serious beers - and a brand that was built on celebrating nostalgia - with a giant, all-day, all-ages block party taking over Fishtown. Evil Genius 15th Anniversary Music Festival will debut on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00am to 10:00pm, from Cecil B. Moore to Palmer Street on Front Street and from Front Street to Blair Street on Palmer Street. Headlined by 2000s alt-rock legends, Wheatus (“Teenage Dirtbag”), the giant block party will feature ten hours of live music, food and drink from around the neighborhood, two exclusive beer releases, and an outdoor market with nearly 50 local vendors, artists and makers. The fido and family friendly party is no charge and open to the public, with food and drink pay as you go.

September 10, 2026

Four Festivals to Take Over Fishtown for Fall Festival and Oktoberfest Season

September 10, 2026/ Fishtown/ Guest User

Fall and family fun are in the air in Fishtown! This September, look for four major events, festivals and block parties set to take over one of Philadelphia's hottest neighborhoods.

August 19, 2026

South Philly 100 Year Old Italian Festival Returns with Music, Dancing, Food, Family Fun

August 19, 2026/ Guest User

South Philadelphia will be a sea of red, white and green as a beloved tradition with roots back to the early 1900s returns to South Philadelphia. The Annual St. Nicholas of Tolentine Authentic Italian Festival will bring out thousands of people on Sunday, October 4th, to the 1700 Block of South 9th Street, from 12 Noon to 8:00pm. One of the largest authentic Italian festivals of the year is back and starts with the annual religious procession throughout the neighborhood with a long line of the Statues of Saints and their faithful following.

July 09, 2026

Fishtown Under the El Bazaar Celebrates Christmas in July for This Month's Block Party

July 09, 2026/ Fishtown District/ Guest User

Who says you have to wait until December for holiday cheer? The Fishtown District is bringing the magic of the season to summer with a Christmas in July edition of the Under the El Bazaar on Saturday, July 18, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm beneath the Market-Frankford El along the 1700 block of North Front Street. This no charge, family-friendly event transforms the space under the El into a festive holiday marketplace featuring local artisans, makers, vintage vendors, food, drinks, music, games and plenty of summer holiday spirit.

July 06, 2026

America's Biggest Gluten Free Food Fest Coming to Philadelphia Expo Center in Philly Suburbs

July 06, 2026/ Greater Philadelphia Expo Center/ Guest User

The largest gluten-free food festivals in the country is coming to the Greater Philadelphia region this summer for what organizers are calling the "best gluten-free day ever." The Wicked Gluten Free Expo & Food Festival takes over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00am to 5:00pm. This year's festival is set to be the single largest gluten-free event in the state of Pennsylvania, with organizers expecting to welcome 5,000 attendees. The event will feature its largest lineup yet, including 110+ restaurants, bakeries, food trucks, brands, artisan food purveyors, health organizations, community groups and more.

July 02, 2026

Manayunk Stroll After Dark Returns with Food Trucks, Live Music, Vendors and Family Fun

July 02, 2026/ Manayunk Development Corporation/ Guest User

This summer, Main Street Manayunk is turning Thursday nights into a celebration of community, culture and entertainment. Stroll After Hours will bring residents and visitors together for four evenings filled with live music, local artists and vendors, food trucks, outdoor movies, interactive activities and special experiences from Manayunk's shops, restaurants, and businesses. Taking place on July 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2026, from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, the series offers a unique opportunity to experience the neighborhood in a lively after-hours atmosphere.

June 17, 2026

Under the El Bazaar Kicks Off for Summer in Fishtown

June 17, 2026/ Fishtown District/ Guest User

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.