📅 Saturday, July 11 | 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM
This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime Philadelphia event! The Benjamin Franklin Bridge is celebrating its 100th birthday, and for one day only, it will be closed to all vehicle traffic, allowing visitors to walk across one of Philly’s most iconic landmarks.
After your walk, head to the Camden toll plaza where you’ll find:
Live music
Carnival rides
Food trucks
Family activities
Historical exhibits
Entertainment throughout the day
No tickets are required, but organizers encourage advance registration.
👉 Register here:
Ben Franklin Bridge 100th Celebration
📅Sunday, July 12 | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
One of my favorite summer festivals returns to the Parkway!
Live music
Interactive art projects
Family-friendly performances
Local artists
Food trucks
Craft vendors
Beer garden for adults
The outdoor festival is completely free, and Philadelphia residents can also enjoy free admission to the Barnes galleries, but gallery reservations are required and open July 9.
👉 Learn more & reserve gallery admission:
Barnes on the Block
Now through July 19
One of the biggest events of the summer has officially taken over Lemon Hill in East Fairmount Park!
The FIFA Fan Festival is completely FREE and features:
Giant screens showing live matches
International food vendors
Philly favorites
Interactive soccer experiences
Live entertainment
Kids activities
Merchandise
Amazing skyline views overlooking Boathouse Row
This week’s headliners include:
Leon Thomas (Wednesday)
Wisin (Sunday)
Admission is free, but everyone must register before attending.
👉 Register here:
FIFA Fan Festival Registration
Summer reading is even more fun with Summer Quest!
Visit your neighborhood library to sign up for free reading challenges, special performances, crafts, prizes, storytimes, and activities happening all summer long.
👉 Find your neighborhood library:
Free Library Summer Quest
Every Sunday | 1 PM to 4 PM
Every Sunday, families can enjoy free hands-on fun at Spruce Street Harbor Park.
Activities rotate weekly and include:
Crafts
STEM projects
Creative play
Family-friendly activities
Everything is first come, first served.
👉 Learn more:
Spruce Street Harbor Park Events
Now through July
📍 Comcast Technology Center
Become a Dragon Rider alongside Hiccup, Toothless, Astrid and Stormfly in this immersive experience that’s perfect for kids (and adults!).
Admission is completely FREE.
👉 More information: https://www.theuniversalsphere.com/home#/home
Summerfest is always one of my favorite spots to visit during the summer.
Admission to the park is FREE, and families can enjoy:
Delaware River views
Giant games
Food vendors
Arcade
Seasonal attractions
Beautiful waterfront atmosphere
(Some activities require paid tickets.)
Use for KIDFRIENDLYPHILLY250 for half off skating
👉 Learn more: Learn more here!
Nothing says summer quite like a movie under the stars!
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic.
July Schedule
July 9 • Dirty Dancing
July 16 • A League of Their Own
July 23 • Office Space
July 30 • Before Sunrise
Movies begin around 8:30 PM.
👉 Schedule:
Schuylkill Banks Movie Nights
Additional neighborhood movie nights include:
July 9 • Hoppers at Rainbow de Colores
July 17 • Hoppers at Hope Park (7 PM)
👉 Full schedule:
Philadelphia Parks Events
📅 July 25
📍 Cherry Street Pier
Celebrate Indian culture with a vibrant day featuring:
Traditional dance
Live music
Cultural performances
Food
Shopping
Community activities
Admission is free.
👉 Learn more: Cherry Street Pier Events
📅 July 25
Celebrate the 220th anniversary of PAFA with a free family art festival featuring:
Hands-on art projects
Creative activities
Family workshops
Interactive experiences
Perfect for artists of all ages!
👉 Event details: PAFA Events Calendar
Philadelphia is packed with free family events throughout July, making it easy to enjoy summer witho ut breaking the budget.
If you know of another free event that should be on this list, send me a message so I can add it! And don’t forget to share this guide with another family looking for fun things to do this month. ☀️🏙️
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