Wawa Welcome America Events: June 25 – June 27
If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, Wawa Welcome America is hosting several free events around the city.
FRIDAY, JUNE 25
Broad + Market: A Festival Experience
powered by NRG
Come together and celebrate by immersing yourself at the intersection of community and culture. Enjoy entertainment and art on the Pennsylvania Lottery Groove Stage hosted by DNA and Tiffany from Radio One, including performances by Delaney Reed and the Power Surge Performing Arts Center. Guests can mingle with vendors and receive giveaways from Tastykake, and more!
When: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall Courtyard & northside of City Hall 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Making her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote the Free Library of Philadelphia
Guests will be able to experience Making her Mark: Philadelphia Women Fight for the Vote, which focuses on the timeline of the fight for the vote, how the 19th Amendment came about, how Philadelphia women made vital contributions to that fight, and how efforts to expand voting rights continue today. Pre-registration is required, please visit https://makinghermark.eventbrite.com for more information.
When: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
U.S. Army Esports Tournament powered by Nerd Street Gamers: Rocket League 3v3 Open Qualifier Event
Sign up and score the winning goal on Day 1 of the Rocket League tournament! The winning team will receive $500 courtesy of Nerd Street Gamers and secure a spot in Monthly Qualifier on Sunday, June 27th. Pre-registration required. Free to register on www.nerdstgamers.com.
When: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m
The Philadelphia Orchestra: Let Freedom Ring
Enjoy “Let Freedom Ring,” a musical celebration featuring patriotic and uplifting works that celebrate the diversity and majesty of America
by joining the musicians of The Philadelphia Orchestra.
When: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where: Great Plaza Stage at Penn’s Landing
SATURDAY, JUNE 26
Broad + Market: A Festival Experience
powered by NRG
Come together and celebrate by immersing yourself at the intersection of community and culture. Enjoy entertainment and art on the Pennsylvania Lottery Groove Stage hosted by DNA and Tiffany from Radio One, including performances by Delaney Reed and the Power Surge Performing Arts Center. Guests can mingle with vendors and receive giveaways from Tastykake, and more!
When: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall Courtyard & northside of City Hall 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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Freedom-Liberty Celebration at AAMP
Starting at Franklin Square and then moving to the front plaza at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, this program features historical reenactors Carlo Campbell and Ned Hector interpreting important speeches by noted African American figures from U.S. history. Also that day, artist and educator Jihan Thomas leads a creative workshop for families inspired by the Museum special exhibition Anna Russell Jones: The Art of Design, where participants can take inspiration from African American women in the armed forces and create a portrait collage using recent and vintage images of enlisted Black Women.
When: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: The African American Museum 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Free Museum Day at Paul Robeson House and Museum
Experience the virtuosity of Paul Robeson in an exciting new exhibit that transports you to the artistic world that he once “owned.” In a Hollywood-style setting, witness his performances in “Othello” in London and New York. Watch him transform himself into characters in “Emperor Jones” and “Show Boat,” where he made “Ol’ Man River” a star. Listen to him sing across the Atlantic and the Canadian border in defiance of government restrictions aimed at silencing him. He was a man bent on freedom.
When: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Paul Robeson House 4951 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
PECO Go 4th & Learn: Music Play Patrol
Experience fun, FREE interactive activities demonstrating art and music with Music Play Patrol in the heart of Center City. Attendees can also enjoy a free book giveaway courtesy of Books in Homes USA.
When: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Courtyard & northside of City Hall 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Chill Moody Experience
Chill Moody and Rotation Records connect again this year to present “The Chill Moody Music Stage”. An evening spotlighting some of Philly’s brightest rising stars curated by Philadelphia Music Ambassador, HipHop Artist/Entrepreneur Chill Moody. This event is proudly supported by Next Door Rentals and Margolis Edelstein. Food and drink available for purchase at Penn’s Landing. Guests are welcome to bring their own food and beverage. NO outside alcohol permitted. NO glass bottles permitted. NO weapons permitted. All guests subject to security screening.
When: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Penn’s Landing 101 N. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
U.S. Army Esports Tournament powered by Nerd Street Gamers: Rocket League 3v3 Open Qualifier Event
Sign up and score the winning goal on Day 2 of the Rocket League tournament! The winning team will receive $500 courtesy of Nerd Street Gamers and secure a spot in Monthly Qualifier on Sunday, June 27th. Pre-registration required. Free to register on www.nerdstgamers.com.
When: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, JUNE 27
Free Museum Day at Penn Museum
A “must see” destination, the Penn Museum welcomes you to travel around the world—without hopping on a plane. Experience Ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece, the Middle East, Africa, Mexico and Central America, China, Japan, and more. Special exhibitions include Native American Voices: The People Here and Now, Living with the Sea: Charting the Pacific, and Ancient Egypt: From Discovery to Display, which gives visitors an insider’s look into how we care for these artifacts. Reserve your spot with hourly timed ticket slots and meander through the galleries at your own pace. Pre-registration is required, https://www.penn.museum/tickets/day/?t=2021-06-27. Use promo code WAWA21 to receive a full discount.
When: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Penn Museum 3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Broad + Market: A Festival Experience
powered by NRG
Come together and celebrate by immersing yourself at the intersection of community and culture. Enjoy entertainment and art on the Pennsylvania Lottery Groove Stage hosted by DNA and Tiffany from Radio One, including performances by Delaney Reed and the Power Surge Performing Arts Center. Guests can mingle with vendors and receive giveaways from Tastykake, and more!
When: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall Courtyard & northside of City Hall 1400 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19107
U.S. Army Esports Tournament powered by Nerd Street Gamers: Rocket League 3v3 Open Qualifier Event
Watch the best of the best Rocket League teams compete in a live Twitch broadcast of the final day of the esports tournament. The winning team will receive $1,000 courtesy of Nerd Street Gamers and an invitation to the Rocket League Summer Championship in August. Invitation from 6/25 and 6/26 events required to participate. No ticketing or pre-registration required to view broadcast.
When: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Gospel on Independence
presented by Visit Philadelphia, supported by Comcast NBCUniversal and Kimmel Cultural Campus
Gospel on Independence returns! Enjoy a moving performance, hosted by WDAS Patty Jackson, featuring talented singers who will pay tribute to the Tri-State Area Gospel Legends. Guest are encouraged to bring chairs and/or blankets to enjoy the performance.
When: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Independence Mall Old City
