The Philadelphia weekend events offer a delightful lineup of music, history, and family fun. The Philadelphia Orchestra brings “The Wizard of Oz” to life at Marian Anderson Hall, while Jack Johnson’s SURFILMUSIC Tour brings sun-soaked sounds and environmental spirit to Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts. History buffs can explore Rittenhouse Town’s Firstival, which honors the nation’s first paper mill with the debut of “First Paper Maker in America: 1690.” There’s plenty for rock fans, culture seekers, and fireworks lovers, with a full week of sports, outdoor concerts, and more.
52 Weeks of Firsts: First Paper Maker in America: 1690What: Celebrating America’s first paper mill at Rittenhouse TownWhen: Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Where: Rittenhouse Town, 6034 Wissahickon Ave., PhiladelphiaCost: Free
Rittenhouse Town marks the site of America’s first paper mill with a Firstival celebration that honors the craft behind the nation’s earliest paper trail. Philadelphia-based artist, educator, and Philadelphia Animation Festival cofounder Ava Haitz created “First Paper Maker in America: 1690” for the occasion. The piece honors the invention and craftsmanship that enabled widespread written communication. June Firsts are sponsored by WURD and the Pennsylvania Lottery.
Jack Johnson: SURFILMUSIC Tour 2026What: Jack Johnson brings the SURFILMUSIC Tour to PhiladelphiaWhen: Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.Where: TD Pavilion at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, PhiladelphiaCost: Tickets start at $127.35
Multiplatinum recording artist Jack Johnson brings his SURFILMUSIC Tour to Philadelphia with special guests Hermanos Gutiérrez, marking his long-awaited return to the road since 2022. The tour celebrates a new era of music, film, and environmental connection rooted in his chart-topping catalog spanning more than 20 years. Johnson has released eight studio albums and three live albums that have sold over 25 million copies worldwide.
The Wizard of Oz in ConcertWhat: Philadelphia Orchestra brings “The Wizard of Oz” to lifeWhen: Friday, June 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 2 p.m.Where: Marian Anderson Hall, 300 S. Broad St., PhiladelphiaCost: Tickets start at $44
The Philadelphia Orchestra brings “The Wizard of Oz” to life in a stunning film-with-orchestra experience, performing Harold Arlen’s score live as the beloved 1939 MGM classic unfolds on screen. Emmy Award-winning producer John Goberman presents the stunningly remastered film, featuring entirely new orchestral transcriptions that allow audiences to hear Judy Garland’s original studio recordings backed by lush, live orchestrations. Conductor Steven Reineke leads the orchestra through one of cinema’s most iconic scores, with songs such as “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” This performance offers audiences of all ages a delightful journey down the Yellow Brick Road.
Other Events
The weekend events in Philadelphia include rock, culture, and a patriotic celebration. The Strokes kick off the weekend with an outdoor concert at Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, while Culture Fest brings a multicultural celebration to the Delaware River waterfront. The weekend closes with a patriotic concert and fireworks marking the nation’s 250th anniversary:
The Strokes: Reality Awaits: Friday, June 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. at TD Pavilion at the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts, 5201 Parkside Ave., Fairmount Park, PhiladelphiaCulture Fest 2026: Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Liberty Point, 211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., PhiladelphiaAmerica 250 Concert and Fireworks at Summerfest: Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Summerfest, 101 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., PhiladelphiaMore To Explore Next Week
This week, Philadelphia offers hometown sports, outdoor music, and intimate live entertainment. Baseball fans can catch the Phillies taking on the Pirates at Citizens Bank Park for a four-game homestand, while a free outdoor concert series and a live music showcase offer something for music lovers. A magic show rounds out the week with an evening of wonder for believers and skeptics alike:
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Monday, June 29, through Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 6:40 p.m., and Thursday, July 2, 2026, at 12:35 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, 1 Citizens Bank Way, PhiladelphiaWhite Roads Park Concert Series: Mike Guldin and Rollin’ & Tumblin’: Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 7 p.m. at White’s Road Park, 400 White’s Road, LansdaleThe Christi Show: Ms Shirleen: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at Main Stage, City Winery Philadelphia, 990 Filbert St., PhiladelphiaA Case for Magic, for Lovers of Magic and Their Ambivalent Friends: Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hamilton Family Arts Center, 62 N. Second St., Philadelphia