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FIFA World Cup 2026™ Philadelphia Stadium Tour
Philadelphia - Multiple Dates through July 1, 2026
Go behind the scenes and experience the tournament like never before. The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Stadium Tour gives you exclusive access to locker rooms, media zones, premium areas and iconic pitch viewpoints. Website
Strawberry Festival at Shady Brook Farms
Yardley - Weekends, May 30 to June 7, 2026
Over the course of two weekends, Shady Brook Farms celebrates the bright red strawberry at its strawberry festival. Guests can expect inflatable attractions, pedal go-karts, rubber duck races, a new cow train, a playground, an animated chicken show, and backyard games. Website
Doylestown Pride Festival
Doylestown - Friday, June 1 to Tuesday, June 26, 2026
Doylestown welcomes the return of their Pride Festival on June 14 to 29, 2025. With the goal of celebrating diverse identities in the Doylestown community, a collection of local organizations and businesses came together to create this local tradition. Website
Flag Fest at the Betsy Ross House
Philadelphia - June 5 to 14, 2026
The Betsy Ross house brings back Flag Fest, with family activities throughout the week celebrating Old Glory. Each day begins at 10 am with an interactive flag raising. Website
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival
Philadelphia - June 5 to August 16, 2026
The can’t-miss illuminated fest in Philadelphia’s Historic District hosts dozens of massive, intricate, handcrafted lanterns such as dragons, tigers, rabbits, and more. Guests can expect to see new culturally-inspired lanterns and performances as well. Website
Strawberry Festival at Brecknock Orchard
Mohnton - Saturdays, June 5 to 20, 2026
FREE
Frolic through five-acres of strawberry fields and enjoy family activities, wagon rides, strawberry picking, and more. Website
Fete Day at Elfreth's Alley
Philadelphia - Saturday, June 6, 2026
Visit Elfreth's Alley, the nation’s oldest residential street, during this special celebration and get a peek into many of the 18th-century private homes of residents on the historic street while enjoying music, colonial games, and craft demonstrations. Website
Upper Darby Pride Festival
Upper Darby High School - June 6 & 13, 2026
FREE
Upper Darby's Pride celebration is back, with kid-friendly activities including face painting, nail painting, and more. Enjoy local vendors, live music, a DJ, dancing, and other surprises. Website
Philly Pride Festival
Philadelphia - Sunday, June 7, 2026
Philly Pride 365 moves to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in 2026 as one of Philadelphia’s largest civic celebrations. Festival admission is $10, with options to support community access. The Pride March remains free. Website
The FIFA Fan Festival™ Philadelphia
Lemon Hill Pavilion, Lemon Hill Dr, Philadelphia
Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19, 2026The FIFA Fan Festival™ Philadelphia will take place at Lemon Hill in Fairmount Park, the largest landscaped park in the United States. Fans will enjoy live match broadcasts, music, cultural performances, food vendors, and interactive activities in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. Website
West Park Arts Fest
West Fairmount Park, Philadelphia - June 13, 2026
FREE
Head to West Fairmount Park for an afternoon of music, live dance, and art activities for the whole family. Activities are led by community partners including Mural Arts, the Please Touch Museum, Shofuso, Franklin Institute, and more. Website
Flag Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution
Philadelphia - Saturday, June 13 to Sunday, June 14, 2026
On June 14, 1777, Congress passed the first Flag Act, adopting the 13-star flag as the official flag of the new United States. Visit the Museum of the American Revolution on Flag Day, June 13 and June 14 to learn about flags of “all kinds of colours” from the Revolutionary era with activities and in-gallery talks for the whole family. Website
Odunde Festival
23rd & South Street, Philadelphia - June 14, 2026
FREE
Odunde Festival, the nation's largest African American street festival, is back, covering 15 city blocks with two stages for live entertainment and an eclectic mix of vendors, food, jewelry, and African art. Website
Liberation Rising: Juneteenth Block Party and Free Museum Day at the African American Museum in Philadelphia
Philadelphia - June 19, 2026
FREE
The African American Museum hosts its Juneteenth Block Party: Celebrating the Legacy of Emancipation. Join this daylong, outdoor festival, featuring live performances from international and local artists, a community marketplace featuring Black-owned businesses, vendors, community partners, food trucks, and hands-on activities including art-making and line dancing. Website
Ambler Arts & Music Festival
Downtown Ambler, Butler Avenue
June 19 & 20, 2026
FREE
This rain or shine festival offers art, music, and food wrapped into one festival for all ages. Guests can expect art such as photography, ceramics, jewelry, and face painting as well as free live musical performances. Website
Chester County Balloon Festival
Ludwig's Corner Horse Show Grounds, Glenmoore
June 19 to 21, 2026
Ever seen a hot-air balloon up close? Chester County Balloon Festival is your chance. This family-friendly event offers activities for all ages on the ground and in the air. Website
Pride at the Park
Narberth Park, Narberth - June 20, 2026
FREE
Pride at the Park is a youth-led celebration featuring LGBTQIA+ and allied artists, performers, and organizations. Enjoy Drag Storytime, live music and vendors throughout the day, and even a free bike valet. Website
Juneteenth Parade and Festival
Malcolm X Park, Philadelphia - June 21, 2026
FREE
Gather at the historic Malcolm X Park for the nation's largest annual Juneteenth celebration, attracting over 25,000 attendees along the 1.5 mile-long parade route and featuring over 2,000 participants and 20 floats. Website
Kidchella Music Festival
Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse3500 Reservoir Drive East Fairmount Park, Philadelphia
Friday, June 26, 2026
This rain-or-shine kids music festival is back for another great summer of music at Smith Playground. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy this unique live music experience. At each concert, there will be art stations, food trucks, and more. Website
The 37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival
Manayunk - Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28, 2026
Manayunk is celebrating the 37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival this year! Since 1990, the show has built itself into being the tri-state area’s largest outdoor juried art festival featuring approximately 300 different local and nationally known artists and crafters. Website
Bucks-Mont Pride Festival
Abington - Sunday, June 28, 2026
The Welcome Project PA is proud to host the fourth annual Bucks-Mont PRIDE Festival at the beautiful Abington Art Center. Enjoy live music, food, community resources, family-friendly activities, and more at this free, indoor/outdoor event. Website