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2025-07-07

Philadelphia July and August Highlights

Philadelphia in the summer is bursting with flavor, sound, and energy. From star-studded concerts and fireworks to street food festivals and baseball thrills, the city has something for everyone. Whether you're with us for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, July and August are the perfect time to discover all that Philly has to offer, just steps from your suite at AKA Rittenhouse Square or AKA University City.

July Highlights

  • Wawa Welcome America Festival | Through July 4
  • Philly's biggest summer celebration features free concerts, parades, museum days, and fireworks.
    • Headliners include LL Cool J, Marvin Sapp, and more.
  • Phillies Baseball at Citizens Bank Park- Experience America's pastime with our Pitch Perfect Phillies Getaway package at either AKA Rittenhouse Square or AKA University City.
    • Jul 4-6 vs Reds
    • Jul 18-20 vs Angels
    • Jul 21-23 vs Red Sox (Jul 22: Postgame concert featuring Nelly!)
  • Outdoor Concerts & Art Nights
    • Catch live performances, artisan pop-ups, and art after dark throughout the city:
    • Made in Philadelphia Marketplace at Dilworth Park
    • Philadelphia's Magic Gardens twilight events
    • Free jazz & folk shows on University City summer stages
    • Philadelphia Flea Market at Headhouse Square July 19 & August 16
  • Culinary Adventures
    • Ice Cream Festival on Filbert July 12 - sample the city's best artisanal scoops, live music & summer treats at Reading Terminal Market

August Highlights

  • Concerts & Festivals
    • 2nd Street Festival August 3
    • Food trucks, makers, art, music-one of Philly's best block parties in Northern Liberties
    • Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live August 23-24, Wells Fargo Center
    • High-flying action for the whole family
    • Philly Bookstore Crawl August 23 - explore 40+ indie bookstores with pop-ups, signings, and local snacks
    • Center City District SIPS Wednesdays through August 28 - $7 cocktails, $6 wine, $5 beers at over 60 participating bars
  • Phillies Baseball: August Lineup - More ballpark thrills all month long:
    • Aug 1 3 vs Tigers
    • Aug 4-6 vs Orioles (Aug 6: Kids under 15 can run the bases!)
    • Aug 18-20 vs Mariners
    • Aug 22-24 vs Nationals
    • Aug 28-31 vs Braves (Aug 28: Rogue Leader Turner Bobblehead giveaway)
    • Plus: Fireworks, theme nights, and giveaways all month-pickleball paddles, Pride hats & more!
  • Aquarium + Riverfront Adventures
    • Cool down with sharks, rays, and hippos at the Adventure Aquarium just across the river in Camden.
    • Book our Seas the Day package at AKA Rittenhouse Square for curated family amenities.

Whether you choose AKA Rittenhouse Square or AKA University City, you're never far from the action. Ready to make the most of summer in Philly? Book your summer stay today.