4th of July Planner 2009
Updated: June 04, 2009
You know there's no place like Philly for Fourth of July celebrations. Home of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, we pretty much OWN Indie Day. Oh yeah, and because of that, we honor it for 10 whole days instead of one. As the great satirical political TV show host and patriot Stephen Colbert would say "Take that, Nation."
On this page:Fourth of July Events in Philly, Philadelphia Outdoor Restaurants and Bars.
Fourth of July Events in Philly
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Philadelphia Museium Of Art
Read ReviewsArt Museum Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19101 (map)
At 10:30pm on the Fourth of July, the Philadelphia Museum of Art will display fireworks for all to see. The best viewing is along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, but the fireworks can also be seen from Lemon Hill, Boathouse Row, Kelly Drive, Martin Luther King Drive and Schuylkill River Park. Bring a blanket and some lawn chairs and enjoy the show.
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Independence Hall
Read Reviews500 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (map)
Bring your family to a concert outside Independence Hall on July 3 at 8:30pm. As always, the concert features Peter Nero and the Philly Pops. Tunes include many rousing classics, played both in big-band and rock 'n' roll styles.
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Rittenhouse Square
Read Reviews1800 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (map)
On July 2, check out "The Rhythms of Rittenhouse," a free outdoor concert featuring well-known jazz, pop and opera musicians from across the Philadelphia region.
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Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Write a reviewLogan Circle to Eakins Oval, Philadelphia, PA 19121 (map)
On the fourth, participate in a liberty-themed outdoor concert in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. This year's concert begins at 8:30pm and features the music of Sheryl Crow. Enjoy the musical celebration of freedom with your family and friends.
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Penn's Landing -- Festival Pier
Read ReviewsN Columbus Blvd at Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (map)
The foodie fav, A Taste of Philadelphia, runs from Friday, June 27 at 5pm until the evening of Sunday, June 29. Many of the city's best restaurants come together for this food festival that backs up its bite with the bark of live entertainment. On Saturday, a free concert and fireworks over the Delaware River make everything groovy. The next weekend, bring your kids, family, or friends to lick a few scoops at the "Super Scooper All You Can Eat Ice Cream Festival" July 3-5 from noon-5pm each day. For only $5 per person, customers can try unlimited spoonfuls of more than 20 flavors of ice cream and water ice. Live entertainment and games make that sugar taste all the sweeter.
Philadelphia Outdoor Restaurants and Bars
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The Moshulu
Read Reviews401 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (map)
Moored on the river with outdoor seating, this may be the best spot in the city to catch the fireworks.
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Jon's Bar & Grille
Read Reviews300 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147 (map)
The outdoor patio and second-floor balcony are perfect to dine and drink with a view of South Street festivities.
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Continental Midtown
Read Reviews1801 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (map)
The rooftop deck provides a stellar view of the fireworks, with two additional floors for sipping and socializing indoors.
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Fiso Lounge
Read Reviews1437 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 (map)
This ultramodern, luxury lounge sports a rooftop deck for firework-watching or stargazing along with your cocktail.
