Philadelphia knows how to throw a party.
From the start of the year — with the Mummers Parade — through the longest days of summer, the city pulls out all the stops to show visitors and locals alike a good time. A Philly time. (Which may or may not include an appearance from Gritty, our beloved Flyers mascot.)
The first few months of the year bring the WWE Raw 30th Anniversary Show at the Wells Fargo Center, as well as the return of the Philadelphia Flower Show to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. A brand-new, highly anticipated exhibition, Disney 100, makes its world premiere at The Franklin Institute this winter too.
As the weather warms, street festival season kicks into high gear with the South 9th Street Italian Market Festival, ODUNDE Festival, Juneteenth Parade and Festival and Wawa Welcome America festivities.
When the days get shorter and 2023 winds down, you’ll have fall happenings (Philly Bike Ride), film festivals (the Philadelphia Film Festival and Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival), and tons of holiday lights to keep you occupied.
Plus, more events are sure to be announced throughout the year — we’re looking at you, Made in America — so stay tuned.
An important note: Details — including event dates — can change at any time. Always check ahead with event organizers and/or on official event sites to confirm event dates and times.
Here’s a look at the biggest and brightest events in Greater Philadelphia in 2023.
Note: This article is arranged in chronological order by event date.
