Things to do in Philly for the Summer
Summer is in full swing here in Philadelphia! Our local pools are filled with families, our beer gardens are filled with friends and food trucks, and our summer itinerary is filled with a ton of fun activities to do! Whether you’re a long-time resident or visiting Philly for the summer, we’re highlighting 5 of our favorite things to do in the city:
- Shop at a Local Farmers Market
- Discover a New Restaurant for Happy Hour
- Spend the day at The Oval XP
- Take a Mural Tour Around the City
- Attend a Concert at The Mann Center in Fairmount Park
Shop at a Local Farmers Market
Enjoy fresh seasonal vegetables and produce all while supporting local farms and vendors. Almost every day, you can find a local farmers market to attend! Shop your everyday essentials like broccoli, celery, carrots, peppers, and more. Various farmers markets throughout the city have a rotating list of vendors and unique pop-ups from breweries, coffee shops, and bakeries to name a few.
You can catch Taproot Farm and other local farmers at a market near you. Check out our recent blog post about our favorite farmers markets in the city.
Discover a New Restaurant for Happy Hour
Outdoor happy hour is a must in the summer. Whether you’re looking for rooftop vibes or views of the Delaware River Waterfront, there’s a restaurant and bar for everyone to enjoy. Make a new summer tradition with your friends and family and venture out to a different restaurant every week. Happy hour is the best way to sip and savor a little bit of everything from a restaurant. Breweries and beer gardens are a great place to visit in the summer as many of them offer small bites or a line-up of food trucks to choose from.
Grab your friends and get ready for some happy hour fun! We’ve put together a guide to the best outdoor happy hour spots you need to check out in Philly.
Spend the Day at Oval XP
If you’re looking for an Instagram-worthy, picture-perfect way to spend the day, look no further than The Oval XP. Back again for another year, The Oval XP is Philadelphia’s largest outdoor urban oasis featuring family-friendly activities, fitness classes, live music and entertainment, movie nights, food and beverages, and so much more! Almost every day you can enjoy live music from local musicians ranging from Jazz to Hip Hop, Pop, and R&B. Children and families are welcome to enjoy the outdoor kids play area and free classes and activities. Bring your dog, friends, and enjoy a day at The Oval XP.
You can’t miss it—literally. Just look for the large ferris wheel and bright painted pathway. View upcoming events, activities, and more at the Oval XP’s website.
Take a Mural Tour Around the City
Did you know that Philly is the Mural Capital of the World? Discover new neighborhoods in the city all while admiring large works of art with Mural Arts, Philadelphia’s largest public art program. Professional tour guides will take you through various murals and neighborhoods. This is the perfect summer activity to do if you enjoy walking, being outside, and learning about art and history.
Private tours, group tours, and self-guided tours are available all summer long. Tours start as low as $18 and typically last 90 minutes. Click here to learn more about upcoming tours, pricing, and availability.
Attend a Concert at The Mann Center in Fairmount Park
There’s no better way to spend the summer than on the lawn in Fairmount Park. The Mann is one of the country’s largest non-profit open-air music centers. Every week you can expect to see performances from local and national artists like Phish, Josh Groban, and Leon Bridges. Families are welcome to visit The Mann and watch a live concert series of their favorite movies like Harry Potter and Star Wars. We suggest arriving early to secure your seat and grab a bite and drink before the show.
Check out the line-up for July and August performances and purchase your tickets here.
