WURD’s ‘Freedom Journeys’ highlights 250 historical Black figures
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A Philadelphia festival traces Black America’s influence through dance
Uplifting Mantua during a summer of unrest Celebrate Mantua was birthed in the summer of 2020 in the…
Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4
How July 4 became Independence Day However, Americans now recognize July 4 as Independence Day because it was…
250 years ago, the British had a great time in Philly
It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights The arrival of the British Army…
Philly targets 20 corridors with events, upgrades ahead of America 250
Metro Philadelphia Philadelphia is kicking off a new effort to breathe more life into neighborhood business corridors ahead…
Historic Philadelphia adding 10 new performers for 2026
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Mummers parade struts in for the second Saturday Firstival
New Year’s Day, and its Mummers Parade festivities, have come and gone. The confetti, beads and empty bottles…
Triennial art festival launching in Philadelphia in 2026
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Philly’s volunteer center for the FIFA World Cup opens in the Fashion District
Philly’s local host committee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup unveiled its volunteer center in the East Market’s…