July 4th: Festival, Concert and Fireworks

This Fourth of July, celebrate America’s independence with incredible fireworks in Philadelphia during the annual Wawa Welcome America! Festival!

THE MAIN EVENT

Philly’s Fourth of July Jam and Grand Finale Fireworks

5 p.m. – 11 p.m., July 4, 2011

FIREWORKS LOCATION: Philadelphia Museum of Art, Benjamin Franklin Parkway

Where to Watch the Fireworks on the 4th:

The fireworks finale at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is sure to draw a massive crowd, so be sure to stake your spot out early. Here a few of our favorite spots to catch the show: – Benjamin Franklin Parkway – Lemon Hill
– Boathouse Row
– Kelly Drive
– Martin Luther King Drive
– Schuylkill River Park
– Baseball diamonds at 22nd and the Parkway

Time: The fireworks display is estimated to begin around 10:30 p.m

Ongoing Updates

For even more tips about where to watch the July 4th fireworks and concerts, check out our in depth July 4th coverage on our blog.

Philly’s Fourth of July Jam

Concert begins at 8:30 p.m.

The Roots will headline this year’s Fourth of July concert, which also features Michael McDonald, Estelle, Earth Wind & Fire, Sara Bareilles and DJ Jazzy Jeff.

This year’s concert also includes at special tribute for the 40th Anniversary of Gamble and Huff’s iconic Philadelphia international records, “The Sound of Philadelphia”

Where to Watch the Concert:

The best place from which to watch the concert is on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Giant screens and speakers will broadcast the concert all along the Parkway.

Viewing Tips:

Arrive early. Bring lawn chairs, a blanket and a picnic. If you get to the Parkway early, you’ll be able to grab a great location for viewing the concert and the fireworks.

CELEBRATE THE 4TH

July 4th Parade in Historic Philadelphia

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

This year, Philadelphia’s main parade fittingly takes place in Historic Philadelphia. Don’t miss it!

Party on the Parkway Festival

12 noon – 6 p.m.

Bring your appetite and your red, white and blue apparel as an exciting, family-friendly festival stretches along Benjamin Franklin Parkway from The Franklin to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Insider Tip

Bring lawn chairs, a blanket and a picnic while you watch the parade. Then stay for the concert and fireworks. If you arrive early, you’ll be able to grab a great location for viewing all three.

Traffic Alert

For the first time, both the inner and outer lanes of Benjamin Franklin Parkway will be closed to traffic. Find a place to park in the city with our helpful Parking Guide or avoid the drive entirely and utilize public transportation.

Ongoing Updates

For even more tips about where to watch the July 4th fireworks and concerts, check out our in depth July 4th coverage on our blog.

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