Philadelphia and its surrounding counties always have something going on. Whether it’s a film festival, peach festival, African festival or Philly Free Streets, this area is full of fun every weekend in the summer. We’ve found the top (and affordable) choices of what to do this weekend, Aug. 2 to 4, in Philly and New Jersey.
What: BlackStar Film Festival
This film festival features films about the global black experience and films by people of color.
Where: Various locations
When: Through Sunday
Cost: Varies
What: Philadelphia Women’s Theater Festival
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Female-driven performances are featured on stages throughout the city.
Where: Various locations
When: Through Monday
Cost: Varies
What: Shakespeare at the Castle
Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale will be performed outside of the castle for two performances.
Where: Fonthill Castle, 525 E. Court Street, Doylestown
When: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.
Cost: From $15 for adults
What: Philly Free Streets
An 8-mile stretch of North Broad is closed to vehicle traffic so people can bike, walk and play in the street. There will also be booths and activities set up along the way.
Where: North Broad from City Hall to Eerie Avenue, Philadelphia
When: Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Peach Festival
This fruit festival is filled with hayrides, face painting, music, games and pick your own peaches.
Where: Linvilla Orchards, 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media, Pa.
When: Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: Varies
What: Classic Car Show
Restored, vintage and classic cars line the lane at this car show.
Where: Historic Cold Spring Village, 720 Rt. 9, Cape May, NJ
When: Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $14
What: Stone Harbor Arts & Crafts Festival
More than 200 artisans will showcase their work, along with food, live music and kids activities.
Where: Stone Harbor Recreation Field, 8100 Second Ave., Stone Harbor, NJ
When: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: 8th Annual Craft Beer, Music and Crab Festival
Enjoy craft beers, live music, crabs and food trucks at this festival.
Where: Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ
When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
What: 2nd Street Festival
Beer gardens, food, live music, shopping and more fill this six-block long festival.
Where: North 2nd Street between Germantown and Spring Garden, Philadelphia
When: Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
What: ACANA African Festival
Dance performances, music, authentic food and global markets fill this festival focused on African cultures.
Where: Penn's Landing, 101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia
When: Sunday from 2 to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend
What: Free Day of Play
Experience all that this children's museum has to offer, including the temporary exhibit, America to Zanzibar, at no cost.
Where: Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia
When: Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: The Oval+
This pop-up urban park features live music, movie nights, games, fitness classes and festivals throughout the summer.
Where: The Oval, 2451 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia
When: Through Aug. 18
Cost: Free
What: Blue Cross RiverRink and Summerfest and The Midway
Skate on the outdoor roller rink, eat funnel cake, ride the carnival rides and Ferris wheel and enjoy tons of fun at this summer-long fest.
Where: Blue Cross RiverRink, 101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia
When: Through Sept. 1
Cost: Varies
What: Spruce Street Harbor Park
Enjoy lawn games, hammocks, food, floating gardens are more at this summer park filled with fun.
Where: Spruce Street Harbor Park, 301 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia
When: Through Sept. 29
Cost: Free
What: Festival of Fountains
This fantastic fountain show features more than 1,000 jets, vibrant colors, music and more.
Where: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, Pa.
When: Through Sept. 29
Cost: Varies
What: Marvel: Universe of Superheroes
Check out this superhero comics and movies exhibit showing off Marvel’s most iconic memorabilia, like props, costumes, sketches and more.
Where: The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia
When: Through Sept. 2
Cost: Tickets start at $35 for adults and $31 for children
What: Creatures of Habitat: A Gazillion-Piece Animal Adventure
Life-size LEGO brick animals will fill the Philadelphia Zoo during this event in order to tell the story of endangered wildlife. Visitors can learn how human behavior impacts endangered species and be inspired to take action to stem the global change. The Zoo Key, a former local tradition, will also make its return with this exhibit. The Zoo Key will unlock secrets and stories about animals throughout the zoo.
Where: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia
When: Through Sept. 30
Cost: Zoo admission is $16 for child ages 2 to 11 and $19 for any 12 or older
What: PHS Pop Up Garden
Throughout the summer this garden will host creative events, planet exchanges, arts and crafts for the kids and flower crown Fridays.
Where: 15th and South Street, Philadelphia
When: Open through October, Monday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 2 p.m. to midnight and on Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.
Cost: Free to enter
What: Dinosaurs Around the World
Visit with dozens of animatronic dinosaurs as you discover and learn about things like volcano activity and fossils.
Where: The Academy of Natural Sciences
When: through Jan. 20
Cost: From $7 in addition to general admission