The Northern Liberties Spring Festival debuts May 9 — two stages, 15 live acts, food trucks, hot dog eating contest, 25+ artists and makers, kids’ zone, and free admission at 3rd and Poplar.
Liquid Brunch returns to Fabrika May 2 with an all-female DJ lineup headlined by Q102’s DJ Freezy — champagne on arrival, fully seated, and the energy of a nightclub at 1 p.m.
May the 4th in New Hope expands to a four-day, 60-business Star Wars celebration May 1–4 — themed cocktails, costume discounts, lightsaber shot flights, and the 501st Legion walking the streets.
Kentucky Derby Day 2026 in Philadelphia — watch parties, themed cocktails, and festive programming at The Twisted Tail, Ballers PHL, Patchwork, Sassafras, and Urban Farmer on May 2.
The Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival 2026 returns May 2 with 50,000+ attendees, Starr Restaurant dishes, cocktail gardens, a 90s Block Party with Philadelphia Distilling, INFINITI, and food from the city’s top kitchens. Free.
F1 Arcade Philadelphia hosts a Miami Grand Prix watch party with live coverage, sim racing, a DJ, themed cocktails, and a Grandstand VIP experience with reserved seating and unlimited bites.
Maifest 2026 returns to South Street on May 2 — Brauhaus Schmitz’s 13th annual block party with German food, 10 beers on pour, live oompah music, PA’s tallest Maypole, Liter Lift Competition, and $100 VIP.
Kentucky Derby 2026 at The Twisted Tail takes over Headhouse Square on May 2 with an all-day street festival — live music, Mint Juleps, BBQ, best-dressed contests, jumbotron racing, and a $100 VIP experience.
The Skyline Soirée at Assembly Rooftop Lounge returns May 1 with a three-hour open bar, seasonal cocktails, chef-attended stations, live entertainment, and Parkway views nine stories up.
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 2026 returns to Franklin Square June 5 through August 16 with all-new illuminated sculptures celebrating the Year of the Horse. Tickets on sale April 6.
