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Photo courtesy National Park Service Attraction Photo courtesy National Park Service By Mike Greger, Lori Litchman and Jovan EllisLast updated on July 15, 2026 SHARE Overview The revitalized and revamped First Bank of the United States — closed since the Bicentennial in 1976 — reopened to the public on July 1, 2026.

Photo courtesy Philadelphia Phillies July 8, 2026 Photo courtesy Philadelphia Phillies SHARE PHILADELPHIA, July 8, 2026 – Baseball’s roots run deeper than a Kyle Schwarber home run, with the city’s first known amateur club suiting up in 1831.

Image provided by The Franklin Institute Published on July 7, 2026 SHARE Philadelphia, get ready to head to a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars: The Experience swoops into The Franklin Institute on February 13, 2027, with Philadelphia serving as the first city on a five-year tour of North America.

Published on July 3, 2026 SHARE Overview A little heat will not stop a party 250 years in the making! Join us in Philadelphia’s Historic District all afternoon long (July 3, 2026) for Red, White and Blue To Do Patriotic Pop Ups, featuring marching bands, color guards, dance troops and more — both indoors and out! The pop-up performances are 100% free to attend, with groups roving around a select set of locations throughout Old City. Read on to find the full list of locations and performers.

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PHILADELPHIA, June 24, 2026 – America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reconnect with the nation’s history in the city where it all began. Named the Most Walkable City to Visit in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the fourth consecutive year, Philadelphia makes it easy to explore centuries worth of American history on foot, while bus tours and alternative transportation offer a convenient way to take in city views.

Navigating where to watch the big summer 2026 sporting events can feel like homework, right? Everyone knows Philadelphia boasts one of the most robust bar cultures in the world. From neighborhood dives with attytood to corner taverns filled with soccer hooligans, there is a comfy stool waiting for you in the City of Brotherly Love.

June 18, 2026 Photo by J. Smith for Visit Philadelphia SHARE PHILADELPHIA, June 18, 2026 – This year, we’re celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States. It also marks the 100th anniversary of the first national observance of Black history, initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) in 1926.

From waterfront concerts to pop-up performances in parks, Philadelphia lives up to its title as “The Original Music City,” hosting a blockbuster slate of free summer concerts all across the city. This June and July, local parks, churches, landmarks and more serve as the backdrop to unforgettable performances by local artists and major stars — and it won’t cost you a single penny.

PHILADELPHIA, June 9, 2026 – Summer is here, school’s out, and the season of sunshine is officially in full swing. For families, friends and visitors looking to make the most of the warmer months without breaking their budgets, Philadelphia offers a variety of fun, affordable ways to explore the city.