Published July 11, 2019
The Best of Philadelphia- Weekend of July 12-14
This weekend offers a variety of festivals that will delight everyone! Check out a music festival for the kids, a movie festival that steps back to the 50’s, or a family festival celebrating wild animals. There are so many other great opportunities this weekend, these are just the beginning. Take a look to start your planning today!
July 12
4:00 PM
Smith Memorial Playground
Philadelphia, PA
Bring your little music lovers to hear music from acclaimed children’s musicians, The Pop Ups and Lolly & YoYo. Both bands will bring their infectious brand of pop to the stage at this month’s event.
July 12-14
The Colonial Theatre
Phoenixville, PA
This throwback festival celebrates the fun of 50’s cinema, the decade that brought us movies like The Blob! This festival will feature tons of vintage horror films and special events throughout the weekend.
Phillies V. Nationals (+ Xfinity Fireworks Show)
July 12
6:05 PM
Citizens Bank Park
Philadelphia, PA
Watch your Philadelphia Phillies go up against the Washington Nationals this weekend! Then stick around to see a spectacular fireworks show after the game!
Let’s Get Wild Family Festival
July 13
9:00 AM
Please Touch Museum
Philadelphia, PA
Discover your favorite wild animals from the African Savanna, to the Arabian Desert, to the Indian Ocean. Participate in events throughout the day that teach about these animals and so much more.
July 13
8:00 AM
Linvillia Orchards
Media, PA
Celebrate all the goodness of this sweet berry at Linvillia Orchards this weekend. Shop for tasty blueberry goodies or participate in the many themed activities happening throughout the day!
July 13
2:00 PM
Community Arts Center
Wallingford, PA
Music and tie dye are a match made in summertime heaven! Come hear music from bands and tie dye items to take home at this unique festival.
July 14
11:00 AM
Downtown Media
Media, PA
Come take a gander at over 250 antique cars lining the downtown thoroughfare in Media during this day-long show.
Ardmore’s Bastille Day Block Party
July 14
11:00 AM
Station Ave (In front of the Septa train station)
Ardmore, PA
Celebrate French culture on this special holiday! Check out the can can dancers from the Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet, games, arts and crafts, music from French Cookin’ (a New Orleans style jazz band), and the French Wine Garden.