What's Happening in Philly & South Jersey.

Philadelphia honors its veterans with one of the region's largest Veterans Day celebrations: a parade down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway past the Philadelphia Museum of Art with marching bands, floats, and more than 100 participating organizations, followed by a free family festival at Eakins Oval with live music, food, and resources for veterans and their families. A moving, citywide thank-you on one of America's most patriotic stretches.

The city's "Ring It On! One Philly, A United Celebration" initiative, sponsored by Comcast NBCUniversal in partnership with Philadelphia250, is funding 250 neighborhood block parties across the city. Winning blocks receive $250 grocery gift cards, DJs, face-painters, treat trucks, games, and festive decorations. It is the 250th celebrated the way neighbors actually celebrate, on their own blocks, with the people next door.

Manayunk's Main Street turns into a fall celebration with 60-plus makers and vendors, food trucks, three live music stages, and the always-popular mac n' cheese crawl through the neighborhood's restaurants and taprooms. A scenic riverside day in Northwest Philadelphia.

A wildly creative, family-friendly festival where homemade human-powered kinetic sculptures race down Frankford Avenue amid live art, music, food, and community craft. One of the most inventive and joyful celebrations in the city.

East Passyunk Avenue closes to cars for a full day of family fun with 70-plus vendors, live music, kids' activities, and the neighborhood's celebrated food scene along one of America's great food streets. A warm, walkable South Philly tradition to end October.

The waterfront favorite at the base of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge celebrates fall all season long with pumpkin carving, seasonal food and drinks, Yappy Hours for pups and people, live entertainment, an Oktoberfest celebration, and a Halloween bash. An easy, scenic stop steps from Old City and Society Hill.

The 12th annual Fall for Tacony community festival fills the 6700 block of Torresdale Avenue with local vendors, live music, kids' activities, food, and neighborly fall fun in Northeast Philadelphia, organized by the Tacony Community Development Corporation.

The historic prison in Fairmount transforms into one of the city's boldest Halloween experiences for its 35th season, with five haunted houses, immersive performances, and theatrical projections lighting up the crumbling cellblocks after dark. A one-of-a-kind Fairmount tradition that draws neighbors from across every Philadelphia zip code, plus visitors from all over the region.

The city's Ring It On! 250th-anniversary celebration continues with a new Northeast Philly festival this October, part of a season of community block parties and neighborhood celebrations planned with Philadelphia250. Expect local vendors, live music, food, and family fun in the Northeast.

German-style fall celebrations are in full swing all over Philadelphia, from the street party at Frankford Hall in Fishtown to seasonal tappings at Evil Genius Beer Company in Fairmount and beer gardens in neighborhoods from South Philadelphia to Manayunk. Grab a stein, gather your people, and soak in the season.

Philadelphia's beloved open-air holiday market returns to LOVE Park and the City Hall courtyard with more than 80 vendors, festive food and drinks, a carousel, and twinkling lights. A Center City tradition that turns the heart of the city into a winter village for the whole family.

America's longest-running Thanksgiving Day parade marches down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with giant balloons, marching bands, floats, and performances. A beloved Philadelphia family tradition that draws neighbors from every corner of the city and region.

Australian guitar virtuoso Plini brings his intricate, melodic instrumental rock to Union Transfer in the Callowhill neighborhood, a must-see night for fans of progressive and instrumental music in Philadelphia.

Singer-songwriter Paris Paloma brings the Fatal Flaw Tour to Franklin Music Hall, an intimate evening of literate, theatrical indie-folk from one of the genre's rising voices, right in the Callowhill neighborhood.

Rapper and storyteller Vince Staples brings the Cry Baby Tour to Franklin Music Hall the Friday before Halloween, a sharp, witty live show from one of hip-hop's most distinctive voices.

Masked country troubadour Orville Peck brings the Man Turned Mule Tour to The Met on North Broad Street, a dramatic, genre-bending evening of Americana, glam, and torch songs.

GRAMMY-winning R&B star Victoria Monét brings the Frequency of Love Tour to The Met on North Broad Street, a sleek, soulful production with plenty of dance-floor energy.

Ohio hard-rock band Beartooth brings the Pure Ecstasy World Tour to Franklin Music Hall in the Callowhill neighborhood, a high-energy night for fans of modern rock and metal.

Iconic singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan returns to The Met on North Broad Street with her luminous catalog of hits, from Angel to Building a Mystery, in one of the city's most beautiful rooms.

Punk poet laureate Patti Smith and her band perform the landmark 1975 album Horses in full for its 50th anniversary at The Met on North Broad Street, an essential evening of rock history.

Philly Music Fest celebrates its 10th anniversary with seven nights of live music from local and Philly-rooted bands performing at independently owned venues across the city. From indie rock and electronic to experimental and hip-hop, it is a concert series and a neighborhood crawl through some of Philadelphia's favorite rooms.

Country favorites Little Big Town bring their signature four-part harmonies and the For the Art of It Tour to the beautifully restored Met on North Broad Street.

Beck brings his genre-hopping catalog to The Met on North Broad Street, an evening of inventive songcraft from one of modern music's true originals.

Rock and roll hall of famers Journey celebrate a career of anthems with a full arena show in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. A night of singalongs for the whole family to share.

South Philly's beloved rooftop bar at the Bok Building hosts fall sessions with live music, DJs, community events, and sweeping skyline views. A welcoming gathering place for neighbors across South Philadelphia, Graduate Hospital, and beyond.

The beautifully restored Met on North Broad Street hosts a packed fall slate of touring concerts, comedy, and special events. One of the city's grandest venues, an easy stop from Fairmount, Spring Garden, and the Museum District.

From the Philadelphia Orchestra to chamber music, jazz, dance, and Broadway-adjacent performances, the Kimmel Center anchors Philadelphia's performing arts scene all season long. Evening concerts, family programming, and free recitals make it a Center City staple.

Singer-songwriter Jesse Welles brings the Red Tour to The Met on North Broad Street, an evening of sharp, real-deal Americana from one of the most talked-about new voices in roots music.

Making Time throws its legendary Halloween party at Franklin Music Hall with a stacked electronic lineup including Boy Harsher, Model/Actriz, and Conducta. Costumes encouraged, dancing mandatory, in the Callowhill neighborhood.

The fall jazz series keeps rolling at the Kimmel Center with saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin on October 22 and the legendary Afro-Cuban All Stars on October 30. Two very different, very electric evenings of world-class jazz in Center City.

Punk legends The Damned bring their famously theatrical live show to Union Transfer on Spring Garden Street, a perfect Halloween-week dose of rock and roll in the Callowhill neighborhood.

Puerto Rican reggaeton and trap star Young Miko brings her tour to the beautifully restored Met on North Broad Street for a high-energy night of Latin pop hits. A big show for music fans across Philadelphia and the region.

Hard rock favorites Alter Bridge bring their arena-sized sound to The Met on North Broad Street for a night of soaring riffs and singalong choruses. A must for rock fans across the city.

Pop superstar Olivia Rodrigo brings her chart-topping live show to the big room in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex for two nights. Expect huge singalongs, cinematic staging, and one of the most talked-about tours of the season.

Multi-platinum artist Doja Cat brings her genre-switching live show to Franklin Music Hall in the Callowhill neighborhood, a rare intimate stop on a huge tour. A can't-miss night for fans of pop, rap, and everything in between.

The creative hive at the historic Bok Building in South Philadelphia opens its holiday markets on Sunday afternoons, with dozens of local makers, artists, and small businesses selling gifts across the floors of the former school. Shop small and catch the rooftop skyline views while you are there.

From the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park and Christmas Village at LOVE Park to maker markets at the Bok Building in South Philadelphia, Fishtown, Germantown, and beyond, the holiday market season spreads across every corner of the city. Visit Philly keeps a running guide to the best pop-ups, craft fairs, and artisan markets opening through December.

A year-round Saturday market in the heart of Northern Liberties with regional farmers, bakers, and food artisans. Pair it with a stroll through one of Philadelphia's most creative waterfront-adjacent neighborhoods.

Every Saturday (9 a.m.–2 p.m.) and Tuesday (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), Rittenhouse Square fills with local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan bread, flowers, and prepared foods at 18th and Walnut Streets. A Center City ritual.

One of the city's great open-air markets, held under the historic Headhouse Shambles at 2nd and Lombard Streets in the heart of Society Hill and Queen Village. Fresh local produce, baked goods, cheese, flowers, and prepared food from regional growers every Sunday.

A beloved West Philly market on the corner of 43rd and Baltimore in the heart of the Cedar Park neighborhood, offering fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, and artisan food from regional farms. A Saturday ritual for West Philadelphia families.

Held at 1430 East Passyunk Avenue every Wednesday from 2 to 6 p.m., this year-round market brings together South Philly growers, bakers, and food artisans. A natural pairing with the avenue's restaurants and shops.

A seasonal community market on the 1300 block of Point Breeze Avenue (at Reed Street) every Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. Fresh produce, local vendors, and a neighborhood gathering spot in one of South Philly's fastest-growing areas.

A seasonal Saturday market at Germantown Kitchen Garden in Northwest Philadelphia, with regional produce, baked goods, plants, and prepared foods on the last Saturdays of the growing season.

America's oldest continuously operating farmers market hosts cooking demos, tastings, and seasonal celebrations throughout the year. Always worth a visit for the atmosphere alone.

The restored pier at Cherry and Columbus Boulevard hosts fall market days, maker events, food pop-ups, and live music on the riverfront, with the city skyline and Benjamin Franklin Bridge as a backdrop. A great weekend stop next to Old City and Society Hill.

One of the country's most beloved open-air food markets, the Southeast Asian Market fills FDR Park's Boathouse Row every weekend with family recipes, street food, produce, and goods from Southeast Asian vendors. Named one of the best food markets in America, it is a joyful South Philadelphia weekend ritual in full swing through the end of October.

A Center City farmers market on the Jefferson healthcare campus with regional produce, baked goods, and prepared foods for weekday lunches and grocery runs. A convenient, cheerful stop in the heart of Washington Square West.

The market at historic Christ Church brings local farms, bakers, and food artisans to the heart of Old City every Wednesday afternoon through November. Pick up dinner ingredients and enjoy one of America's most historic squares.

A beloved Kensington market at Norris Square, with fresh produce, community vendors, and neighborhood programming every Saturday at the heart of a lively community garden. A beautiful, community-rooted way to shop and gather in North Philadelphia.

The Made in Philadelphia market returns to Dilworth Park for the holidays, filling Center City's grand plaza with local makers, artists, and small businesses from across Philadelphia's neighborhoods. Shop one-of-a-kind gifts, crafts, and food made right here in the city, with the ice rink and City Hall tower as a backdrop.

Sample hundreds of wines, craft spirits, and bites from regional restaurants and makers at the fall edition of the Philadelphia Wine Festival in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. A relaxed evening out for wine lovers of every level, steps from the stadiums.

One of Reading Terminal Market's tastiest traditions: a one-day-only lineup of scrapple specialties, Pennsylvania apples, cooking demos, and live entertainment under the historic market shed. A food-lover's highlight of October in Center City.

East Passyunk Avenue's own restaurant week showcases the corridor's celebrated dining scene, from wood-fired pizza and BYOBs to Mexican, Vietnamese, and Italian favorites. Multi-course menus at set prices make it easy to eat your way down one of America's great food streets.

A neighborhood brewery in the Callowhill shadow of the rail tracks hosting weekly trivia, live music, and food truck pop-ups. A relaxed gathering spot for Fairmount, Spring Garden, and Center City neighbors.

The fifth annual Philadelphia Street Food Festival brings the city's best food trucks and iconic restaurants under one roof at Stateside Live in Center City. A hungry weekend of townie favorites, live entertainment, and one very full plate.

Philly Taste Fest pours two days of culinary samples, wine, and spirits tastings into one big celebration of the region's food-and-drink scene. Tickets include tastings from restaurants and makers across Greater Philadelphia, a delicious fall date-night and group outing.

Chestnut Hill Brewing Company stretches its Oktoberfest into a month-long celebration of Festbier, German-inspired dishes, Oktoberfest BINGO, and Hammerschlagen. Cozy, community-minded fall fun in one of Northwest Philadelphia's most charming shopping districts, steps from the Wissahickon.

The Inquirer's food festival brings tastings, chef demos, and conversations about the region's restaurant scene to The Fillmore in the Callowhill neighborhood. A delicious way to meet the people and places behind Philadelphia's food renaissance, with bites from restaurants across the city and suburbs.

The fourth annual Philly Flannel Fest fills The Braid Mill in Germantown with local food trucks, craft cocktails, live music, and a handmade marketplace, all in the warm glow of fall. A cozy, community-minded way to spend a Sunday in Northwest Philadelphia.

Comedian, actor, and improviser Ben Schwartz brings his freewheeling stand-up and improv night to The Met on North Broad Street, with surprise guests and plenty of audience banter. A big-laugh night out in the Fairmount and Spring Garden neighborhood vicinity.

Art galleries, design studios, and boutiques along 2nd and 3rd Streets open their doors for free receptions on the first Friday of every month. It has been a Philly cultural institution for decades and remains one of the best ways to discover emerging artists in one of America's most historic neighborhoods.

A car-free street activation on West Walnut Street stretching from Rittenhouse Square toward University City. Seven blocks closed to cars with live music, street performers, a family zone, pop-up vendors, and bike and pedestrian freedom through one of Philadelphia's most elegant corridors.

Part of a statewide public art exhibition with America250PA and Mural Arts Philadelphia, the city displays 27 custom-painted fiberglass Liberty Bells across its neighborhoods. Each bell is designed by local artists to reflect the history and identity of its community, a neighborhood-by-neighborhood scavenger hunt through the fall.

A major exhibition exploring Philadelphia's legacy as a center of the Arts and Crafts movement, featuring decorative arts, furniture, metalwork, and textiles from the city's golden age of craftsmanship. On view at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in Fairmount through October 18.

A groundbreaking collaborative exhibition between the Philadelphia Museum of Art and PAFA showcasing American art from colonial times to the present. Two museums, one story, and a powerful argument for Philadelphia as the birthplace of American art.

Philadelphia is the mural capital of the world, and October celebrates that legacy with tours, talks, and new mural unveilings through the Mural Arts program. Guided tours take you behind the scenes of the city's most iconic public art across every neighborhood.

The Philadelphia Film Society's signature festival returns for its 35th year with a month of film screenings, premieres, director Q&As, and special events at venues across Center City and beyond. One of the largest and most anticipated film events on the East Coast.

Hundreds of Philadelphia artists open their working studios to the public across two fall weekends, from Fishtown and Northern Liberties east of Broad to South Philly and University City. A free, behind-the-scenes look at the city's thriving maker community.

The Philadelphia Orchestra performs Carl Orff's soaring Carmina Burana at Marian Anderson Hall on Broad Street, a spine-tingling highlight of the fall classical season in Center City.

The Barnes Foundation on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway pairs its celebrated collection with new fall exhibitions, gallery talks, and free admission on select First Sundays. A cornerstone of Philadelphia's cultural district on the Parkway.

A gem in Chestnut Hill focused exclusively on the art and artists of Philadelphia, with rotating exhibitions, artist talks, and family programs in a beautiful historic setting.

A traditional 17th-century-style Japanese house and garden in West Fairmount Park. Autumn programming includes moon viewing, cultural festivals, and garden tours, a peaceful seasonal escape within the city.

The historic Bok Technical High School turned creative hub hosts gallery openings, maker markets, and community programs throughout the fall. Meet the artists, designers, and small businesses keeping South Philadelphia creative, and catch the rooftop skyline views.

The feel-good ABBA musical Mamma Mia! dances onto the stage of the historic Academy of Music on Broad Street for a multi-week run. Glitter, singalongs, and pure joy in one of America's oldest and most beautiful opera houses.

The acclaimed stage musical Marvin celebrates the life and music of Marvin Gaye with the acclaimed production playing The Met on North Broad Street over Halloween weekend. A powerful blend of soul classics and storytelling for music lovers of every generation.

Mural Arts Philadelphia kicks off its fall season with the Vámonos pa'l monte community celebration, pairing neighborhood murals with music, dance, and shared storytelling in a joyful procession from City Hall. An art-filled way to see public art come alive across Center City and beyond.

The Museum of Art stays open late on Art After 5 Fridays with live music, cash bars, and after-hours access to the galleries. A beloved Fairmount ritual for unwinding with art, music, and friends as the evenings grow cooler.

The Italian Market's beloved Día de los Muertos celebration fills South 9th Street with art, music, food, ofrendas, and community activities honoring loved ones, organized with Fleisher Art Memorial. A vibrant, family-friendly South Philly tradition that welcomes everyone.

The Delaware River Waterfront's beloved winter tradition returns with an outdoor ice rink under the skyline, cozy heated cabins, fire pits, seasonal snacks, and festive lights. Opening weekend lands right after Thanksgiving, steps from Old City and Society Hill, and it stays open all winter.

Hundreds of dogs compete across seven groups at the National Dog Show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, a beloved family weekend broadcast nationally on Thanksgiving morning. Meet the breeds, watch the rings, and bring the whole family for a short drive from the city.

Chestnut Hill's Woodmere Art Museum piles hundreds of straw bales into a towering maze on its lawn each fall, with family-friendly hours, art activities, and plenty of autumn color in Northwest Philadelphia. A low-key, joyful outing for kids of every age.

Over 20 free outdoor movie screenings at parks across Philadelphia through the fall. Upcoming screenings at neighborhood parks citywide, including the free Hamilton screening at Independence Mall. Bring a blanket and make it a night.

America's first zoo runs seasonal events from summer celebrations to Pumpkinfest in fall, plus the KidZooU children's area and the famous Big Cat Falls. A family favorite in West Philadelphia's Fairmount Park.

One of the most magical play spaces in the city, Smith Memorial Playground offers a 16,000-square-foot indoor play house and 5.2 acres of outdoor playground year-round, beloved by families across Philadelphia.

America's first zoo transforms into a family-friendly Halloween celebration with trick-or-treat stations, costume parades, pumpkin putt-putt, and a not-too-spooky atmosphere. A beloved fall tradition for families across Philadelphia, running every weekend through the season.

The 18th annual Scarecrow Walk at Morris Arboretum in Chestnut Hill fills the garden paths with creative scarecrows, story times, and autumn family programs. A friendly, colorful stroll in Northwest Philadelphia.

Franklin Square goes spooky-but-sweet with a haunted-style nighttime mini golf course under the lights, family-friendly frights, and seasonal treats in one of Center City's oldest parks, steps from Old City and Chinatown.

Just outside Philadelphia in Delaware County, Linvilla Orchards celebrates fall with pumpkin picking, hayrides, apple cider donuts, a corn maze, and kids' activities. A classic family day trip that has been a region favorite for generations.

A classic Greater Philadelphia harvest playground with u-pick sunflowers and pumpkins, a five-acre corn maze, wagon rides, fire pits, and weekend events at Shady Brook Farm in Yardley. A beloved autumn escape from the city.

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum hosts its free family harvest festival with hayrides, live music, crafts, games, a s'mores pit, farm stand, and a beer garden in the trees of Northwest Philadelphia. A gentle, community-rooted way to welcome autumn with kids.

University City District pops up a playful pumpkin patch at the Trolley Portal gardens, with carving, games, photo spots, and fall treats for families, students, and neighbors alike in West Philadelphia. A quick, cheerful fall stop on the 40th Street trolley line.

The fourth annual Friends of FDR Park Fall Fest is free family fun in South Philadelphia with costumes, live music by School of Rock, trunk-or-treating, a hayride, and arts and crafts. A warm, welcoming October afternoon in one of the city's great green spaces.

Franklin Square throws a free family Halloween afternoon with trick-or-treating, games, and seasonal fun in one of Center City's oldest parks. Pair it with the square's Spooky Mini Golf, open with family-friendly hours through November 1.

A free, gently spooky celebration for little ones at one of the city's most beloved play spaces, with costume-friendly fun across the playground's green acres in East Fairmount Park. Designed to be just the right amount of Halloween for young families.

A family-friendly autumn celebration at East Falls' historic Laurel Hill Cemetery with seasonal crafts, live music, and all-ages activities along the Schuylkill. A gentle, beautiful way to spend a fall Sunday on the river.

The Delaware River waterfront turns into a family pumpkin wonderland with 10,000-plus pumpkins, carnival games, scarecrow archery, a pumpkin-smashing zone, seasonal food, and skyline views. A playful riverside fall outing steps from Old City and Society Hill.

The Franklin Institute gets a gently spooky makeover with Halloween-themed science activities, hands-on experiments, and family fun across the museum in Logan Square. A smart, playful way for kids to celebrate the season.

The Philadelphia Zoo's long-running pre-Thanksgiving tradition offers a 5K, a family walk, and kids' races through America's first zoo in Fairmount Park, with proceeds supporting animal care and conservation. A cheerful, welcoming run for the whole family.

Various running and cycling groups meet along the Schuylkill River Trail for regular group runs and rides from Center City up to Manayunk. A great way to meet people and explore the riverfront corridor.

The Birds host the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, October 18, and a Monday Night Football showdown with the Dallas Cowboys on October 26, followed by a November 8 matchup with the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field. Football Sundays in South Philadelphia are made for tailgating with the faithful.

Hockey season is in full swing at Xfinity Mobile Arena with home games on October 17, 19, 24, and 27 ahead of a busy November slate at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Grab tickets early for the electric Broad Street atmosphere of Flyers hockey.

Collegiate football returns to the Linc as Temple University hosts Charlotte on Saturday, October 17. Fall Saturdays in North Philadelphia are made for tailgating with the Cherry and White faithful.

Sixers basketball is back at Xfinity Mobile Arena, with a preseason home game against the Celtics on October 16 ahead of the October 22 home opener against Cleveland. Milwaukee, Detroit, and New York follow before Halloween. A thrilling way to welcome basketball season back to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.

One of the country's great marathon weekends: the Dietz & Watson Half Marathon and Rothman Orthopaedics 8K on Saturday, November 21, and the TIAA Philadelphia Marathon and Kids Run on Sunday, November 22, winding past the Art Museum, through Center City, and along the Schuylkill. Community cheering stations and an electric finish-line festival make it a citywide celebration.

A family-friendly fall race at the Navy Yard with a scenic course and a well-earned hot chocolate and finisher gear at the end. A fun, welcoming goal for runners of every pace in South Philadelphia.

Start the holiday on the right foot with one of the many neighborhood turkey trots held Thanksgiving morning, from South Philadelphia and Chestnut Hill to Manayunk and the Main Line. Fun, family-friendly runs that raise money for local causes.