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Party on the Parkway, July 4th Concert & Fireworks Spectacular
Celebrate America’s birthday in America’s birthplace: Philadelphia!
The Benjamin Franklin Parkway hosts the Party on the Parkway — one of the largest free celebrations in the country — on the afternoon and evening of July Fourth.
It all leads up to the incredible Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert (7 p.m.) — featuring a free performance by Jason Derulo, Ava Max and Tori Kelly — and the July 4th Fireworks Spectacular (9:45 p.m.) above the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Monday, July 4, 2022 | Noon – 7 p.m.
After 16 days of free museum admission, concerts, activities and more, all of Philadelphia comes together for one giant celebration during the Party on the Parkway, which brings loads of free entertainment to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
The day-long, family-friendly, free party features two live performance stages, food trucks, giveaways and games.
Netflix’s Gabby from the show Gabby’s Dollhouse makes an appearance at the PECO Kids Zone, along with even more kid-focused activities.
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Crowds enjoy free live music at the Party on the Parkway and the Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert. — Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia
Monday, July 4, 2022 | 7 p.m.
The Wawa Welcome America July 4th Concert takes over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with one of the largest free outdoor concerts in the country.
The headliners for 2022’s concert are superstars Jason Derulo, Ava Max and Tori Kelly.
For folks more comfortable at home, the concert will be televised on NBC10 and TeleXitos.
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Monday, July 4, 2022 | 9:45-10 p.m.
Following the day’s celebrations, a sensational fireworks display illuminates the skies over the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A dazzling fireworks show erupts in the sky over the Philadelphia Museum of Art following the concert. — Photo by J. Fusco for Visit Philadelphia
The 2022 show promises to be an impressive display, with a soundtrack curated by DJ Ghost set to air on Q102FM.
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The fireworks finale above the Philadelphia Museum of Art is sure to draw a massive crowd, so be sure to stake your spot out early.
Check out our guide for a few of our favorite spots to catch the show.
Philly is easy to navigate by foot, bus and bike.
The most efficient way to get to Wawa Welcome America July 4th festivities in Philadelphia is by public transportation. Revelers can take SEPTA or Amtrak into Philadelphia. Check SEPTA’s detailed Service Information Guide for Independence Day routes and schedules.
The Indego Bike Share system has several stations near July 4th activity hubs.
Check Wawa Welcome America’s official FAQ for more answers to questions about the Party on the Parkway, July 4th Concert, Fireworks Spectacular and more.
The Visit Philly Overnight Package — booked more than 190,000 times since 2001 — comes with free hotel parking (worth up to $100 in Center City Philadelphia) and overnight hotel accommodations.
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