4th of July in Philadelphia: What to know about 250th concert, fireworks

Jill Scott, Christina Aguilera, The Roots and Will Smith to headline star-studded 4th of July concert

On Saturday, July 4, the city will hold an “unmistakably Philadelphia” concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.

“One Philly: Unity Concert for America” will be headlined by Christina Aguilera, along with hometown stars Jill Scott and The Roots. “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” stars Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff are also set to reunite.

The concert will feature other locals like State Property’s Freeway, Beanie Sigel, Kathy Sledge of Sister Sledge, Peedi Crakk and Young Gunz. British singer Seal and Detroit’s Infinity Song will also perform.

Comedian Wanda Sykes will host the six-hour event, with appearances by social media stars and podcasters Gillie Da King and Wallo 267.

In addition to the live performances, the Parkway will host a daylong celebration, featuring immersive fan experiences, food vendors and more. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display over the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The Parkway festivities will be free and open to the public. 

Timeline

Here’s a look at the timeline of Independence Day events so far:

5 – 11:45 p.m. | Concert

11:45 p.m. | Fireworks over the Philadelphia Museum of Art

How else is Philly celebrating the 4th of July and the country’s 250th birthday?

Here’s a look at some of the other semiquincentennial events that will take place between Juneteenth and the Fourth of July, all part of Wawa Welcome America’s celebrations.