We're here to help plan your weekend with the Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware area's most comprehensive guide to fireworks, festivities and fun on the 4th of July. Happy 4th!
Philly & the 'burbs
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Festival is the place to be when it comes to celebrating the 4th in Philadelphia. The annual festival brings a week's worth of FREE events for all ages through July 7.
On July 4, celebrate with patriotic ceremonies and the Party on the Parkway — with music & dance stages, activities & games — culminating with a FREE outdoor concert near the Philadelphia Museum of Art featuring headliners The Roots, Jill Scott, J. Cole, Demi Lovato, John Mayer & Ne-Yo. Of course, end the night watching a big fireworks display over the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
End the weekend with Taste of Philadelphia, July 5-7, where you can sample food from local restaurants & trucks while enjoying live music & performances at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing. Plus, catch one last fireworks display on July 6.
South Jersey
Freedom Festival at the Camden Waterfront, through July 7, features a full week of patriotic events, including performances, activities & crafts. Daily, enjoy giveaways, photo opportunities & food truck specials. On July 5 & 6, enjoy activities including a display of military vehicles, moonbounces, a rock climbing wall, BBQ goodies & live performances. Watch a fireworks display on July 6 over the Delaware River.
Delaware
Lots of FREE events in Delaware celebrate Independence Day.
The 4th of July celebration in Dover features tours, games, a scavenger hunt, a bell-ringing ceremony, a parade & fireworks.
Find family activities & games, food vendors, special kids' programming & fireworks at The Red, White and Blue July 4th celebration in Wilmington.
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library offers FREE admission on July 4. It's regularly $18 per adult!
Find vendors, entertainment & fireworks in Newark, Elsmere, Hockessin, Middletown & more.
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