July shines as Philly's month! With its pivotal role in America's birth, Philly celebrates July in style. Here are five great events for your summer festival bucket list!
Wawa Welcome America July 4th Fest
Philly does July big. As one of the original capitals of the United States, Independence Day month means many events happening all over town, but none are so big as the Wawa Welcome America July 4th Fest. This 16-day celebration ends on the Fourth with a massive free concert and a stunning fireworks display over the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Before the main event, the festival fills 16 days with numerous performances, celebrations, and activities. Highlights include free admission to 40 museums and attractions, a block party celebrating Freedom Day outside the African American Museum of Philadelphia, the cherished annual Wawa Hoagie Day at Independence Mall, and much more.
Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash
The Red, White, and Blueberries BBQ Bash at Peddler’s Village begins as Wawa Welcome to America ends. This all-day, all-American outdoor BBQ starts on July 4th and spans four days of festivities featuring blueberry delights, live music, lawn games, pony rides, eating competitions, axe throwing, mural painting, shopping, and exceptional dining options. It's a family-friendly event not to be missed!
Reading Terminal Market Ice Cream Festival
Cool down this summer with a sweet treat at Reading Terminal Market’s Ice Cream Festival on Filbert! This outdoor, high-energy event draws locals and tourists alike to the heart of Center City on July 13th to celebrate local artisanal ice cream and Bassetts Ice Cream. Come for the ice cream, stay for the entertainment with a full day of activities, demonstrations, and live music from 12 PM to 4 PM.
2024 Chinatown Summer Festival
Taking place on Saturday July 20th, from 1 PM – 7PM in Chinatown along 10th St and Race St, the Chinatown Summer Festival is one of the most fun community events this month! Featuring neighborhood restaurants, food trucks, local artists, and performers showing the best that the community has to offer, it’s a must-see. Looking for a challenge? Try your appetite against the Bonchon Korean fried chicken eating contest at 2 PM in front of the Chinatown Friendship Gate. Sign up now!
Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival
The annual Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival returns to Saunders Park on 39th and Powelton on July 20th from 12 PM to 7 PM! Come Jazz with spectacular live performances, local vendors, fun activities, and delicious food trucks. This all-day event is open to the public and is rain or shine. Visit HopePHL’s Jazz & Arts Festival page for more information!
Get to Your Philly July Events in Style
At Bush Nissan of Exton, we’re proud to be members of our amazing, ever-growing community. Whether you’re a forever local or a recent newcomer, we hope you’ll enjoy summer in the city and discover everything the Philadelphia area has to offer. Cruise from event to event in style with our wide inventory of new and pre-used vehicles and make sure your car is serviced before going on all of your summer adventures. Our team of experts is excited to meet you and ensure you can have a great month safely in a reliable ride you’ll love!
