African Culture Fest 2026 Brings ODUNDE365 to Philadelphia Zoo
Philadelphia Zoo partners with ODUNDE365 for African Culture Fest 2026 on Saturday, August 8, bringing African dance, drumming, and crafts to Impala Plaza, included with Zoo admission.
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Cecily Tynan Announces Her Retirement From 6abc After More Than 30 Years
Cecily Tynan, 6abc’s longtime chief meteorologist, has announced her retirement — her final broadcast airs August 31 after more than three decades with Action News.
Artur Kirsh Opens a Signature Salon Inside Boyds Philadelphia
Celebrity hairstylist Artur Kirsh has opened a signature salon on the fourth floor of Boyds Philadelphia, blending luxury fashion and beauty under one roof.
LeBron James Signs With the Philadelphia 76ers
LeBron James has signed a two-year deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, joining Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey, and Jaylen Brown for what he calls his “last decision.”
The 2nd Street Festival Returns to Northern Liberties August 2 — Here’s Everything to Know
The 16th Annual 2nd Street Festival takes over 14 blocks of Northern Liberties on August 2 — 250+ vendors, live music, beer gardens, and a special America’s 250th theme.
Shoot 360 Opens a High-Tech Basketball Facility Inside a Historic Norristown Building
Shoot 360 Philadelphia has opened a new basketball training facility in Norristown, housed inside a restored 1909 building once used to distribute Ford parts, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting attended by county officials.
Franklin Square Turns 20 With a Free Birthday Party This July
Franklin Square celebrates its 20th anniversary July 25 with free birthday crafts, a Chinese Lantern Festival scavenger hunt, a new fountain show song, and BOGO carousel rides for National Carousel Day.
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine Marks 175 Years With the Nation’s First Pickleball-Dedicated Y
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine marks the national YMCA’s 175th anniversary with the country’s first pickleball-dedicated Y, a mobile wellness unit, and adaptive programs serving people of all abilities across Chester County and King of Prussia.
Issa Rae’s Insecure 10th Anniversary Tour Kicks Off in Philadelphia This September
Issa Rae’s Insecure: The 10th Anniversary Tour opens at The Met Philadelphia on September 10 — tickets go on sale July 16, with Citi presale starting July 15.
Fishtown’s Under the El Bazaar Brings Christmas in July to North Front Street
Fishtown’s Under the El Bazaar goes full Christmas in July on Saturday, July 18 — free holiday shopping, Santa photos, island-inspired holiday music, and food specials from six neighborhood favorites.