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Whether you’re looking for the tantalizing smells and sounds of an outdoor festival, the off-beat challenge of an orienteering competition, or the chance to measure yourself against some of the nation’s best athletes in an elite sporting event, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Philadelphia and The Countryside.
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Riverfront Ramble
September 24: A full day of concerts, food and fun
A full day of concerts, food and fun more on the Chester riverfront.
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TD Bank Philadelphia International Cycling Championship
One of the most prestigious single day bike races in North America
The highest-ranked, longest and richest single day road race in North America
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Blue Cross Broad Street Run
May 5: A 10-mile road race along Philadelphia’s historic Broad Street
The 10-mile, point-to-point course is a gentle downgrade that runs from the northern edge of Philadelphia down to its southern tip.
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Mann Center for the Performing Arts
A universe of stellar performers entertains under summertime skies
The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, one of the nation’s largest outdoor amphitheaters, is a top summer destination for music lovers in Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia Folk Festival
An exciting weekend of music, food and fun on the grassy hills of Old Poole Farm
An exciting weekend of music, food and fun on the grassy hills of Old Poole Farm
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Wawa Welcome America! Fireworks
Two weekends, three exciting fireworks displays
Celebrate Independence Day with spectacular fireworks throughout Philadelphia.
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Devon Horse Show and Country Fair
The oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse competition in the United States
The oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse competition in the United States
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The Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia
April 1 – April 26: A spring celebration of the culture, craft and cuisine of Japan
Whether it’s enjoying the fragile pink blossoms of 1,000 cherry trees, listening to the thundering beat of a giant Taiko drum, creating origami masterpieces or honing your sushi-making skills, the Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philadelphia is the place to celebrate all things Japanese.
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San Mateo Carnavalero
An annual Mexican fiesta commemorating the Battle of Puebla
A springtime tradition honoring victory at the Battle of Puebla, Carnaval de Puebla features a raucous, joyful parade of vibrant costumed dancers, who march from Deep South Philly’s Mexican neighborhoods and convene for a large outdoor party on Washington Avenue.
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Kensington Kinetic Sculpture Derby
At the races
Since 2007, Fishtown’s to-the-north neighbor Kensington has held this one-of-a-kind competition, which sees teams building amazing, elaborate sculptures that also happen to be downhill-raceable vehicles.
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Penn Treaty Park
Historic spot of peace along the Delaware River
According to legend, Pennsylvania founder William Penn signed his treaty of peace with the local Lenape tribe under an elm tree just off the Delaware River in 1683.
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Fishtown Shadfest
Just keep swimming
Held each spring in Penn Treaty Park, this family friendly gathering is designed to celebrate Fishtown’s seafaring heritage.
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Triangle Dog Park
How a co-op dog park takes shape
A real treat for local dog owners, this community-run dog park is fenced in behind a double-gated entrance, meaning pets can run off-leash.
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Independence Visitor Center
Spy: The Secret World of Espionage at the Franklin Institute
Alla Spina
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Johnny Brenda’s
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
The Philadelphia Zoo
Shofuso - The Japanese House and Garden
National Museum of American Jewish History
Philadelphia Eagles
