This free event is the start of Philadelphia’s free, 11-day July 4th festival, presented by Wawa Welcome America! For three days, attendees will enjoy live entertainment and have a chance to sample food from Philadelphia restaurants. Saturday, at 8 p.m., special guest R&B singer Aaron Neville is the featured performer. Fireworks will take place around 9 p.m. Saturday. Sunday ends the Taste of Philadelphia event, with performances by the finalists of the Wawa Welcome America! singer/songwriter contest and local gospel choirs.
The event details are as follows:
- Friday, June 24, 5 to 9 p.m.
- Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Sunday, June 26, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
