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    Published: June 2020

    Updated: August 2023

    By: Kasya O'Connor Grant and Phillyfunguide Staff

    • Photo by M. Fischetti for VISIT PHILADELPHIA™

    Make this your Best. Summer. EVER -- without leaving your couch or spending a dime! Philadelphia has a huge variety of free summer events, from yoga to painting to happy hours.

     

    You can have the time of your life all summer long!

     

    Keep us in the know by sharing some good summer vibes on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram @Phillyfunguide!

    Let's Grow Together from PHS

     

    So many of us have turned to gardening as an at home escape these past few months, to varying degrees of success. Take the guesswork out of your new hobby with Let's Grow Together from the Philadelphia Horticultural Society, a series of free online videos with tips, techniques and stories on gardening. New content is posted daily, and there's something for every level of plant enthusiast.

    Rock and Roll Playhouse: Live From The Playroom

     

    The Rock and Roll Playhouse presents Live From The Playroom, their new FREE DAILY FAMILY CONCERTS for you and the kids. They’re there to keep your kids engaged and happy every day of the week! Sing and dance with them on RRPH’s Facebook every Monday through Friday at 3:00PM ET, presented by In The Raw. Want to keep the fun going on the weekend? Tune into their livestream at 1:00PM ET on Saturdays on Industry City’s Facebook and at 11:00AM ET on Sundays on Rockefeller Center’s Facebook.

    Free Virtual Music Education with The Philly POPS

     

    The Philly POPS are bringing their POPS in Schools program online with this series of online music lessons for all ages. If you are looking for something fun to do with the family this summer, why not learn music from one of the city's premier orchestras? New videos with activities and instructional content are posted weekly in both English and Spanish.

    COVID Stories - a digital memoir from the pandemic

     

    First Person Arts has passed on the role of storyteller to the public with their digital memoir seried COVID Stories. Every week, new videos are posted with stories from people all across the region sharing everything from the hilarious to the heartbreaking in an attempt to wrap their minds around this unprecedented global event. Anyone is welcome to watch the stories posted, and if they feel inspired, to share their own.

    Happy Hour on the Fringe Podcast

     

    Sit back, relax, grab a drink and learn about some of the most imaginative artists in the world. Rotating FringeArts podcast hosts Zach Blackwood, Raina Searles, Katy Dammers, and Tenara Calem sit down with artists, community leaders, and the people you need to know to talk about the amazing work happening here in Philly.

    Check out more free events year-round below:

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    MUSIC
    Daily Recitals on the Wanamaker Organ
    Friends of the Wanamaker Organ
    April 1st, 2023 - December 31st, 2024
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    VISUAL ARTS
    Color Fields
    InLiquid Art + Design
    February 2nd, 2024 - June 1st, 2024
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    FREE
    Dolls, Idols, and Ideals
    InLiquid Art + Design
    February 29th, 2024 - April 20th, 2024
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    VISUAL ARTS
    Unfolding Petals
    Black Moth Tattoo and Gallery
    March 1st, 2024 - April 27th, 2024
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    SPECIAL EVENTS
    Trivia Night
    Crossing Vineyards and Winery
    December 14th, 2023 - March 28th, 2024
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    VISUAL ARTS
    2024 MFA Thesis Exhibitions
    Temple Contemporary
    February 28th, 2024 - April 27th, 2024
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    FREE
    Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Trolley Tap House
    Geeks Who Drink
    Permanent Attraction
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    THEATRE
    Family Friendly Theatre Arts Workshop and Show
    Sawubona Creativity Project
    Permanent Attraction
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    MUSEUMS
    Come Behind the Wall at Founder's Hall Museum
    Girard College
    Permanent Attraction
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    FREE
    Gene Capaldi Lens on Litter Photo Contest
    Pennsylvania Resources Council
    January 1st, 2024 - October 31st, 2024
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    MUSIC
    Absolute Queen- The Queen Experience at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
    Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
    March 29th, 2024
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    VISUAL ARTS
    Spring Art Show - Full Sshow
    Exhibit B Gallery
    February 17th, 2024 - May 11th, 2024
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    KIDS
    City of Cape May Easter Egg Hunt
    Cape May City
    March 30th, 2024
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    KIDS
    Easter Egg Hunt
    St. Peter's Episcopal Church
    March 31st, 2024
    Find out which local breweries have takeout and delivery options! (Photo Credit: Elevate on Unsplash)
    Take your next game night online! (Photo Credit: Watson Adventures)

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