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Philadelphia’s “one-stop shop” for the planning and permitting of special events.
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The Office of the City Representative & Special Events is proud to continue our mission of helping Philadelphians celebrate their communities through event permitting, planning, and resource support. 

We’ve built on that success by promoting Philadelphia as a world-class host city and recruiting major events that bring visitors, economic opportunities, and excitement to our city.

In the first 1,000 days of the Parker Administration, we’ve processed more than 5,500 event permits, from major festivals to neighborhood gatherings. Different events, one shared purpose: bringing Philadelphians together to celebrate the people, places, and communities that make our city special. ♥️💙 taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by @phillymdoevents
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🔔 Our new Bells Across Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt invites residents and visitors to find artist-designed Liberty Bell replicas installed in neighborhoods across the city.

📲 Download the 2026 Access Philly app, find the bells, and unlock chances to win prizes including tickets to the biggest shows, sporting events, and attractions in Philly!
 
🔗 Learn more at phila.gov Bells Across Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt. by @phillymdoevents
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2 months ago
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✨ Chinatown Mural Scavenger Hunt Launch Tonight! 🎨🔍
Tonight (October 8th) from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, come explore the vibrant energy of the Philadelphia Chinatown Night Market! I am so excited and honored to launch our brand-new Chinatown Mural Scavenger Hunt, created in collaboration with @chinatownpcdc 🎉
This special scavenger hunt kicks off tonight, putting a spotlight on my newly created FIFA World Cup / America 250th anniversary-themed murals 🌍. It also includes the popular LeBron James mural and several other cultural and historical murals that celebrate the heart and heritage of Chinatown. Join us in exploring these hidden gems, rediscovering the neighborhood through art, and bringing wonderful energy and foot traffic to our local businesses! 💛💜
🗺️ 【How to Play & Rewards】
1. Explore: Follow the map across Chinatown (stretching from 9th to 11th St and Vine to Arch St, marked with different flags and countries).
2. Snap & Post: Snap photos of all 20 FIFA World Cup-themed murals and share them on your Instagram (tagging @chenlin.cai and @chinatownpcdc) or WeChat Moments.
3. Claim Your Prize: Collect all 20 World Cup mural check-ins to receive a FREE exclusive World Cup postcard gift set valued at $40 (comes as a 2-pack/10 postcards per set)! Grab your friends and make it a fun night out! 🎁
📍 【Visit Booth #56】 Swing by our studio‘s exclusive booth at Booth #56 (located at the intersection of 10th & Spring St — look for the ”Super Mario“ spot on the map)! We will be showcasing original artwork and postcards created by my students and me and my wife @xingzi_liang. Come say hi, hang out, and pick up your scavenger hunt rewards here!
🗓️ Date & Time: Tonight, October 8th | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 Booth Location: Booth #56 (10th & Spring St) 🗺️ Hunt Area: Chinatown (9th–11th St, Vine–Arch St)
See you all in Chinatown tonight! 👋✨
🌞☔️🌛🌠🎆
#phillychinatown #phillynightmarket taken in China Friendship Gate by @phillymdoevents
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10 days ago
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🏃 Tomorrow is the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge, and we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know, including road closures, parking restrictions and more!

🚧 Commuters and travelers, plan ahead! The race course will close to traffic beginning at 6 p.m.

🔗 Full course map, detours and additional details are available in our press release linked in bio.

🏃 Tomorrow is the J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge, and we’ve got you covered with everything you need to know, including road closures, parking restrictions and more!

🚧 Commuters and travelers, plan ahead! The race course will close to traffic beginning at 6 p.m.

🔗 Full course map, detours and additional details are available in our press release linked in bio.

Race Day Schedule and Festival

5 PM - event site opens and party access opens
6 PM - road closures begin
6:15 PM - start line opens
6:45 PM - race starts! 
7:30 PM - award presentation
10 PM - event concludes! 

The 3.5-mile race is open to all companies in all industries that have an interest in forging meaningful connections and cultivating healthy workplace cultures over the shared experience of fitness, friendly competition, and advanced workplace camaraderie. The race begins at 6:45 p.m. along the northside of Eakins Oval. 

The post-race celebration will take place at Eakins Oval and will offer participants hospitality services including food and beverage.

The 3.5-mile race is open to all companies in all industries that have an interest in forging meaningful connections and cultivating healthy workplace cultures over the shared experience of fitness, friendly competition, and advanced workplace camaraderie. The race begins at 6:45 p.m. along the northside of Eakins Oval. 

The post-race celebration will take place at Eakins Oval and will offer participants hospitality services including food and beverage.

🚧 ROAD CLOSURES | Beginning at 6 p.m. until the race concludes

📍 Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Eakins Oval to 22nd Street

📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive from Eakins Oval to Sweet Briar Drive

📍 Kelly Drive inbound traffic will be detoured to Fairmount Avenue

📍 Spring Garden Street Bridge, with local access maintained by @phillymdoevents
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11 days ago
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Wrapping up Day 3 at IFEA! 💡 

Endless takeaways, incredible people, and fresh ideas to elevate the future of our events. Ready for what’s next! taken in Tucson, Arizona by @phillymdoevents
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11 days ago
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Day 2 at the IFEA Convention in Tucson was packed with inspiration! 💡 Highlights included Maayan Ziv’s impactful session on accessibility, diverse perspective-sharing in affinity breakouts, and connecting with world-class event vendors at the Expo. taken in Oro Valley, Arizona by @phillymdoevents
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12 days ago
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Day 1 of the International Festivals & Events Association Convention in Tucson! 

We’re excited to represent Philadelphia as we connect and share best practices with event professionals from around the world.

Day 1 was jam-packed with workshops covering sustainability, risk management and more, including a session led by our friend Michael DelBene highlighting the incredible lineup of events that made 2026 such a historic year for Philadelphia.

And we’re coming home with an award! Philadelphia has officially been named an IFEA World Festival & Event City, joining an incredible group of cities from across the U.S. and around the world:

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Historic Kailua Village, Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i
Port St. Lucie, Florida
McAllen, Texas
Pattaya City, Chonburi, Thailand
Muju-gun, Jeonbuk State, South Korea

We can’t wait to see what Day 2 has in store! by @phillymdoevents
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13 days ago
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Following the success of the FIFA Fan Festival, the City of Philadelphia is excited to begin the next phase of investments that will build on this momentum and enhance the park for the community for years to come.

We will be celebrating the start of construction with a community event and tree planting on Monday, October 5th, at 3:30 pm! 

The project will include: 
-New playground, including a 43,500-square-foot inclusive playspace 
-Basketball court renovation
-Baseball field renovation
-Historical stairway masonry restoration
-Mansion HVAC improvement
-New trees and plantings 
-Lighting improvements 
-New picnic pavilions – Two ADA-accessible pavilions with seating and views overlooking the Philadelphia Museum of Art and skyline.
-New wayfinding signage
-Security bollards to protect walkways and planting beds from vehicle encroachment taken in Lemon Hill Park by @phillymdoevents
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16 days ago
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Orgullo boricua en alto! 🇵🇷✨ 

En este Mes de la Herencia Hispana, la bandera de Puerto Rico ondea con fuerza en Filadelfia para darle el arranque oficial al fin de semana de la Parada Puertorriqueña y el Salsa Fest. taken in Philadelphia City Hall by @phillymdoevents
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23 days ago
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Ayer la comunidad Mexicana en Philadelphia celebró el el Día de la Independencia de México en un acto repleto de alegría, bailes y el izamiento de su bandera frente al City Hall. by @phillymdoevents
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a month ago
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Feria del Barrio 2026 is officially in the books, and El Bloque de Oro showed out like always. ✨

This year felt even more special as part of Philadelphia’s official 250th anniversary celebrations, honoring the deep history, culture, and lasting impact of this neighborhood.

The celebration featured a live set by @chuwi_pr , traditional food, and local artists and vendors showcasing their work, while neighbors gathered outside @tallerpr to celebrate culture and community. La Feria del Barrio was the perfect way to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month. ❤️🤍💙 taken in Taller Puertorriqueño by @phillymdoevents
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This summer in Philly was one for the record books! From unforgettable events to big moments across the city, relive some of our favorite memories from an incredible summer in Philadelphia. 💙

The Roots Picnic kicked off the summer at a brand-new venue with deep Philadelphia roots: Belmont Plateau.

Philadelphia Pride Festival expanded to the Parkway.

The ribbon cutting and grand opening of the FREE 39-day FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.

Celebrating African and African American culture at ODUNDE Festival, the largest African American street festival in North America.

The Rocky Steps became a gathering place for soccer fans from around the world!! 

Philadelphia played host to six incredible FIFA World Cup matches. 

The energy at the FIFA Fan Festival whenever the USA played was unmatched! 

Experiencing the tradition of soccer fan marches on the way to the stadium. 

The incomparable Idina Menzel took the stage with The Philly POPS on Independence Mall. 

Concilio’s annual Hispanic Fiesta was a daylong celebration of music, food, and culture! 

Mayor Parker welcomed mayors from across the country to celebrate the nation’s 250th in the birthplace of America.

Free Fan Festival concerts took over Lemon Hill, including a show from The All-American Rejects! 

The annual Red, White & Blue To-Do invited visitors to explore Old City, its history, and its local shops! 

The Philadelphia 250 Commercial Corridor Celebrations brought communities together as part of the citywide Ring It On! celebrations. 

The 38th annual Liberty Medal was presented to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV for his lifelong work promoting religious liberty and freedom of conscience. 

Celebrating 100 years of the Ben Franklin Bridge and a century of connecting Philadelphia and Camden.

MLB All-Star Week took over Philadelphia with a sold-out Home Run Derby, All-Star Game, and star-studded Red Carpet at Independence Hall.

The One Philly Unity Concert and Fireworks Grand Finale lit up the Parkway in celebration of Independence Day! 

The Philadelphia Cycling Classic made its return to the streets of Philadelphia after a 10-year hiatus! by @phillymdoevents
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