You do not want to miss this show; Photo by G. Widman
The Fireworks Display on Saturday July 4 will begin directly after the free concert featuring the Roots and Sheryl Crow finishes. The fireworks take place above the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The Fireworks are estimated to begin around 10:30, but get there by 10 pm just to be safe.
- Along Benjamin Franklin Parkway: Get there early with a few blankets and set up a comfy prime time spot on the baseball fields at 22nd and the Parkway.
- Schuylkill River Park: The part of the park between the JFK Bridge and the Art Museum is a great, lesser-known spot to watch. Note, the area directly behind the Art Museum by the Fairmount Water Works will be closed. As will the restaurant.
- Along Martin Luther King Drive: across the Schuylkill River from Boathouse Row also provides excellent views of the show. (See below.)
- Lemon Hill: get there early.
- Kelly Drive: Several places along the river between Poplar Drive and Brewery Hill Drive/the Girard Ave Bridge afford great views of the display. Also, the Girard Avenue Bridge itself for a view from afar.
- There are also some goods spots in the Fairmount neighborhood just a few blocks from the Art Museum.
The Fireworks seen from Martin Luther King Drive; Photo by R. Kennedy
CLICK HERE for more info about July 4th in Philadelphia.
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This weekend at the Independence Visitors Center:
July 4th takes a new twist as Philadelphia celebrates Abraham Lincoln’s 200th birthday at the very spot where America was born. Join in to celebrate America’s 16th president with Lincoln200™: The Bicentennial Festival.
The Festival theme, “Lincoln Then and Now,” shines the spotlight on period and contemporary takes on artistic, cultural, and culinary works, innovations in technology, and healthcare, and connects the lasting legacy of Lincoln to today’s world.
A video preview below.
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Photos courtesy of Jason Smith for GPTMC
This Saturday, come celebrate a great American tradition… dunking!
The NBA is searching for Philadelphia’s best dunkers during Sunoco Welcome America’s Party on the Parkway.
The competition takes place Saturday July 4th, on Ben Franklin Parkway at 4pm and the winner gets the chance to go on to the national finals in Dallas, Texas.
Whether you’re dunking or watching, it promises to be a an exciting, high-flying event!
A bit of what to expect:
Searching for Philly’s Best Dunker
July 4th at 4 pm
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, between 21st and 22nd Street
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The Fireworks seen from Martin Luther King Drive; Photo by R. Kennedy
FRIDAY
Sunoco Welcome America!
The festival kicks off today, and James has a complete listing of all the happenings going on around the city, here. Give it a read.
First Friday @ The Chemical Heritage Foundation
315 Chestnut St
Alex covered it here. Stop by, see some scientific art, make some batteries, have fun! Free!
Feel the Freedom Festival @ The NCC
National Constitution Center
James wrote about it here. Head over to the ol’ NCC for a three day celebration.
DJ Sammy Slice
L’Etage, 624 S 6th St
Philly’s own DJ Sammy Slice spins for free from 7 to 8PM over at L’Etage.
All You Can Eat Ice Cream @ Penn’s Landing
Penn’s Landing!
The title really says it all. All you can eat ice cream for $5. Nom nom nom.
SATURDAY
Morris Arboretum Tree Adventure Opening
100 Northwestern Avenue
The Morris Arboretum opens up a new permanent exhibit today! Go check it out.
Bell Tapping Ceremony
Liberty Bell Center - 1:30PM - 2:30PM
Albert got all amped up about it here. Swing by and watch the descendants of those who signed the Declaration of Independence ceremonially tap the bell.
July 4th Dinner Deal @ Chima
20th and JFK
Need a place to eat? Chima Steakhouse has a wonderful deal going on for the 4th. James wrote about it here, and chances are, you can catch him eating there on Saturday. Say hi.
Independence Day Parade
Historic Philadelphia
11AM - Noon With marching bands, re-enactments, floats, drum and bugle corps, and Philly’s Lauren Hart, this parade has a little bit of everything. Head on down to Historic Philadelphia to catch it.
Party on the Parkway
Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Noon to 6PM
A monster of a party hits the B’Frank Parkway on Saturday, with a festival that lasts an entire day. Music (Sheryl Crow, yes!), food, games, and more for everyone in the family.
SUNDAY
Third Annual Philly Phyzz Festival
321 S 4th Street
Come celebrate the invention of America’s first soda at the landmark Physick House in Historic Philadelphia. Festival runs from 1PM to 5PM.
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A day-long festival leads into the concert and fireworks; photo by J. Smith
The Party on the Parkway kicks off at noon on Saturday, July 4th, with a day-long roster of food, games, entertainment and activities for the whole family. This year, attractions include:
* Go 4th & Learn Pavilion
* Please Touch Museum
* Philadelphia Zoo - animals and edutainment from America’s first zoo
* Inflatable rides
* NBA dunk challenge
* Sand art
* Face painting
* Mobile children’s theater
* MHP Liberty Strongman Classic
* Sound of Philadelphia Stage
* Afternoon performance by Disney recording artist Joey Page and Ashlee Keating
* Green Zone
* Salsa Dance Contest
* Day-long multicultural performances
* Make-and-take arts and crafts
* Food vendors
The Party goes from Noon to 6 pm.
See a full map of the festival after the jump.
CLICK HERE for more July 4th action.
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4th of July
The Roots in Love Park; Photo by Dom Savini
This Saturday is the 4th of July, which here in Philadelphia means a free evening concert on the Parkway and a gorgeous display of fireworks over the Philadelphia Museum of Art. This year, Jeffery Gaines will be starting things off, to be followed by headliners Sheryl Crow and The Roots.
The concert begins at 8:30 p.m., but we recommend that you get down there earlier in order to nab a choice patch of grass or pavement (check out this post for our suggestions on the best places from which to see the show). The fireworks will follow the concert (schedules say they’ll start at 10:30 p.m.) so make sure to stick around for them.
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Photo by K. Ciappa for GPTMC
Ah, the Liberty Bell. Made almost entirely of copper and weighing over 2000 pounds, it is easily the most recognized symbol for Philadelphia.
Look through any guide book, tourist map or video related to our city, and there it stands as our cradle of liberty. Its journey from White Chapel Bell foundry in London to the present day home at 6th and Chestnut has been well documented throughout history… but few have ever heard the bell ring.
Forever silenced in 1846, the theories of how it came to be are as numerous as there are visitors. But although the bell can no longer ring, its sound will be heard this July 4th as descendants of the signers of the Declaration come together in Philadelphia to let Freedom Ring… and tap the Liberty Bell.
At approx 2:00 pm, 8 children will tap the Liberty Bell 13 times, thus signaling for bells all across the country to commemorate the sacrifices of the Patriots of our 13 original colonies.
On America’s Birthday, we will let Freedom ring! Enjoy the 4th!
Tapping of the Liberty Bell
July 4 @ 2PM
www.let-freedom-ring.org
Liberty Bell Center
600 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 965-2305
www.nps.gov/inde
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Don't miss unlimited ice cream for a $5 donation; Photos by J. Smith
The 11th Annual Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival opens this Friday at Noon.
The festival runs for three days, Friday - Sunday, from Noon to 5 pm. It takes place at the Great Plaza at Penns Landing.
For a donation of just $5 (in support of the Joshua Kahan Fund’s fight against pediatric leukemia), you will have unlimited access to delicious flavors from Ben & Jerry’s, Häagen-Dazs, Edy’s, Breyers/Good Humor, Bassett’s, Turkey Hill, Jack & Jill, Philadelphia Water Ice and more.
CLICK HERE for more information.
Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival
July 3-5, 12 – 5 pm
Penn’s Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Market Street
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There's no better place to celebrate America's Birthday than Philadelphia; Photo by G. Widman
Friday:
- All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival - Penn’s Landing, Noon - 5 pm √
Ice cream lovers can indulge in as much of their favorite cold, creamy treat as they like. Fill up with just a $5 donation to the Joshua Kahan Fund and have unlimited access to delicious flavors from Ben & Jerry’s, Häagen-Dazs, Edy’s, Breyers/Good Humor, Bassett’s, Turkey Hill, Jack & Jill, Philadelphia Water Ice and others. (Also takes place on Saturday and Sunday.)
- Pops on Independence - Independence Mall, 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. √
Come early with your blankets, chairs and picnic baskets for an evening under the stars on Independence Mall listening to the sounds of Philadelphia’s own Peter Nero and the Philly Pops.
Saturday:
- Independence Day Ceremony - Independence Hall, 10-11 am
Join Mayor Michael A. Nutter and other dignitaries at Independence Hall for a ceremony filled with performances honoring America’s 233rd birthday.
- Independence Day Parade - Historic Philadelphia, 11 am - Noon √
Back in Historic Philadelphia for the first time in 18 years, the 2009 Independence Day parade will feature a tapestry of parade elements from around the nation, including Radio Disney recording artist Joey Page, Philadelphia’s own Lauren Hart, marching bands, drum and bugle corps, re-enactment organizations, antique cars, fire departments, cultural organizations, active military, floats and more.
- Party on the Parkway - Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 12-6 pm √
The Party on the Parkway kicks off at noon, with a day-long roster of food, games, entertainment and activities for the whole family.
- Happy Birthday America - Independence Visitor Center, 12:30 pm
Sample one of Philly’s favorite treats at the Independence Visitor Center and celebrate America’s birthday in America’s birthplace!
- Bell Tapping Ceremony - Liberty Bell Center, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Gather around the Liberty Bell as descendants of those who signed the Declaration of Independence ceremonially tap the bell.
- MAIN EVENT: “Life, Liberty, and You” Concert & Fireworks - Benjamin Franklin Parkway, 8 pm √
The excitement begins when Philly’s hometown band The Roots takes the stage to show why they are unmatched when it comes to live hip hop music. Next up, Sheryl Crow woos the crowd with her hit-making sound and keeps it building right up to the jaw-dropping fireworks display that makes Philadelphia the best place to celebrate Independence Day (telecast on ABC).
√ denotes an especially not-to-be-missed event.
CLICK HERE for more information.
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Campbell's Field on the Delaware River Waterfront; Photo by D. Brady
The Camden Riversharks host two games this weekend that boast post-game fireworks displays. One on Friday night, July 3, at 7:05 and the second on Saturday night, July 4, at 5:35.
The fireworks displays will be over the field, with the Benjamin Franklin Bridge and the Philadelphia Skyline as a very picturesque backdrop.
Plenty of tickets are available for both games.
CLICK HERE for more information on the Camden Riversharks official website.
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Photo by K. Ciappa for GPTMC
It’s America’s birthday! And what better way to celebrate our independence then partaking in the Feel the Freedom Festival at the National Constitution Center this July 4th weekend in beautiful and historic Old City!
The three-day festival will honor Abraham Lincoln and other revolutionaries like Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony. It’s a festival that depicts freedom on all levels…from a fledging nation of 13 colonies seeking independence from England, to the bloody battlefields of Gettysburg during the Civil War, and pictures of our favorite iron-jawed angels who introduced women’s suffrage in the mid-19th century.
During the festival, a Civil War enactment will take place on the Center’s front lawn, featuring living history interpreters portraying Civil War generals, soldiers, nurses, civilians and political leaders. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the actors and observe demonstrations of Civil War era medicine and equipment.
Guests will also have the chance to take a closer look at a rare copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by President Lincoln! Through an interactive presentation, visitors to the Center will learn about the history of the Civil War as well as the background on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.
For more information, check out Philly Fun Guide and the official Constitution Center website. See all you history buffs out on the field!
The National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
www.constitutioncenter.org
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Chima is located at 20th and JFK. (215) 525-3233.
CLICK HERE to visit the Chima Brazilian Steakhouse official website.
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$19.95 for a 1 lb Maine lobster. July 2 - 5, 2009 at McCormick and Schmick’s at 1 S. Broad St., right across from the south side of City Hall. (215) 568-6888
CLICK HERE to visit the official McCormick & Schmick’s website.
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Taste of Philadelphia, June 26-28, at Penn's Landing
In most cities, Independence Day demands just a one-day celebration. Philadelphia believes that it takes at least a week of parties to sufficiently fete the birth of our country. So, despite the fact that the 4th of July is still a week away, Sunoco Welcome America kicks off this Friday evening at 5 p.m. with the Taste of Philadelphia down at Penn’s Landing.
Nearly 20 restaurants will be set up just off Columbus Blvd. at Walnut Street, selling samples of their signature dishes to all. Admission to the Taste is free, you buy your nibbles at each individual tent using tickets that will be available for purchase at various locations around the grounds.
Some of the restaurants who will be serving up delicious tidbits include:
For the complete list of restaurants, click here. For the entire Sunoco Welcome America schedule, click here. To see a slideshow of last year’s Taste, click here.
UPDATE: Two local breweries are serving at Taste: Yards Brewing Co. and Victory Brewing Co. are both on hand serving some refreshing adult beverages.
The Taste of Philadelphia runs:
Friday, June 26th, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m
Saturday, June 27th, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 28th, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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