We normally hate long goodbyes in Philadelphia — but when it comes to summer, we make an exception.
The City of Brotherly Love celebrates Labor Day — aka the unofficial end of summer — with a loooong weekend of awesome things to do, can’t-miss events and only-in-Philly experiences.
In the mood for music? You’ve got plenty of options. At The Dell Music Center, radio personality Patty Jackson hosts her annual Party in the Park with performances from The Whispers, Heatwave and Zapp before Lady B’s Basement Party welcomes throwback acts like MC Lyte, Stetsasonic and C.L. Smooth.
Also on stage in the region this Labor Day weekend: Aerosmith at the Wells Fargo Center, The Lion King at the Academy of Music and Bridges of Madison County at the Bucks County Playhouse.
Thinking more dinner than show? Grab a meal at one of nearly 40 James Beard Foundation-recognized restaurants in the city, snack on iconic Philly staples (you know the ones), or elevate your tastes at one of Philadelphia’s many rooftop bars and restaurants.
If you’re looking for some bonus summer fun, hit Oval Live on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for four free days of summer programming just steps from the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Below, find the best things to do in Philadelphia for Labor Day weekend 2023.
