Fourth of July in Philly: an hour-by-hour guide

All Eyes On Philly On the Fourth

THIS ARTICLE ORIGINALLY APPEARED IN FUNTIMES MAGAZINE. IT APPEARS BELOW WITHPERMISSION Pomp and patriotism is the prevailing theme, as America gets ready to blow out all 250 candles on its fancy big birthday cake. Ring in the milestone this hot July with some cool (free or low-cost) entertainment featuring parades, fireworks, freedom celebrations, block parties,...

Fourth of July in Philly: an hour-by-hour guide

Photo by Kasey Shamis | The Triangle Yep, the time is almost here. This Saturday, get ready to celebrate the city’s biggest summer event: Independence Day, the Fourth of July, America’s Semiquincentennial — or whatever else the holiday is being called this year.  From the morning festivities to the night’s fireworks, The Triangle has put together an hour-by-hour guide to Independence Day events across Philadelphia.  10-11 a.m. Celebration of Fre…