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Best Things to Do in Philly July 2025 with Kids: 4th of July, Festivals, Block Parties, and More

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. Photo by C. Smyth/Visit Philly
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6/29/25 - By Nicole O'Donnell

Summer's in full swing! July in Philly means fireworks and festivals for the 4th, block parties, and blueberries all month long, and loads of outdoor family fun.  

Get ready to celebrate America's birthday in a big way in Philly! From epic fireworks displays all over the Delaware Valley and down the shore, to free admission to top museums; our July calendar is packed with fun. On top of all that, it's time for blueberry picking, and the Chinese Lantern Festival is back at Franklin Square Park. Don't miss out on the excitement July has to offer!

Find more July joy on our lists of 40 Best Summer Festivals for Philly Kids and Free Summer Concerts. We’re adding more events to our family activity calendar every day, so don’t forget to check it frequently. Get our picks for every weekend in your inbox—sign up for our newsletters.

 

 

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Top Things to Do in Philly with Kids this July

Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

Philadelphia - Now through August 31, 2025
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. READ MORE

Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest

Philadelphia - Now through September 1, 2025
Stop by Blue Cross RiverRink for Summerfest. In addition to roller skating, families can play mini-golf, go on rides, play games, and eat delicious treats.  READ MORE

Southampton Days and Fireworks

Southampton - June 30 - July 5, 2025
Join in on the fun at the Southampton Days Fair, June 30 to July 5. The fair opens at 6 pm each day, and families can enjoy unique entertainment each night. The 4th of July offers a full day of fun starting at 9 am including a baby parade, patriotic bicycle parade, live music, fireworks, and more. READ MORE

Camden Waterfront Freedom Festival

Camden - July 4, 2025
Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival, presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders and the City of Camden. Families can expect patriotic fun, live music, and an amazing fireworks show over the Delaware River. READ MORE

Wawa Free Museum Days

Philadelphia - Through July 4, 2025
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang in Philadelphia! Before the city's 4th of July festivities, Wawa is sponsoring two weeks of free museum days across the city. Enjoy the best of Philly's educational institutions with free admission. It's the perfect way to kick off the holiday festivities and explore the city's rich history and culture.   READ MORE

Red, White, and Blue BBQ Bash

Lahaska - July 4, 2025
Visitors to Peddler's Village can enjoy an all-American barbecue picnic with live music, family entertainment, kids’ activities, a watermelon-eating contest, and shopping events. READ MORE

Wawa Welcome America Party on the Parkway and Fireworks Spectacular

Philadelphia - July 4, 2025
Hit the Parkway for the party of the summer and enjoy a day-long extravaganza of entertainment, games, food trucks, and giveaways, culminating in the city's signature fireworks display. READ MORE

Pennridge Community Day

Pennridge - July 28, 2025
Guests can expect watermelon-eating contests, hayrides, clowns, games, canoe races, concerts, rides, a water balloon toss, a baby parade, and a magician at Pennridge Community Day. The day concludes with fireworks. READ MORE

Blueberry Festival

Media - July 12, 2025
Blueberries are back and ready for picking, so celebrate at Linvilla's annual Blueberry Festival. Music, pony rides, barnyard animals, hayrides, and more family-friendly activities make the festival a memorable event.  Kids ages 13-17 can compete in a timed blueberry pie-eating challenge. READ MORE

Christmas in July Celebration at Sesame Place

Philadelphia - July 20 - 25, 2025
Get into the holiday spirit with your favorite friends at Sesame Place! Guests can expect cookies with Santa Cookie Monster, Christmas photos with Elmo, and a Christmas Dine opportunity, in addition to the usual Sesame Street fun. READ MORE

Concert Series at Abington Art Center

Abington - July 26, 2025
Abington Art Center presents a summer concert series featuring a different artist each week. Don’t forget your dancing shoes! This year’s bands will have you dancing under the stars all summer long. READ MORE

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Nicole O'Donnell is a marketing and social media expert with over 20 years of media experience and a proud mom to twin girls. A fan of writing, yoga, and exploring Philly, Nicole loves sampling the city's best treats with her girls in tow.
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