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Summer in Philly is lit! Get excited with a TON of free or cheap events to attend throughout the months of June, July, and August.
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See also: NYC Frugality Guide: 99 Free or Cheap Things to do in NYC Summer 2016
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Festivals & Chill
Mix up your usual Netflix & Chill routine with these fun and free festivals and movies.
PECO Multicultural Festival Series
Irish American Festival – June 26, 2016
Hispanic Fiesta – July 9-10, 2016
Islamic Heritage Festival – July 23, 2016
ACANA African Festival – August 7, 2016
Festival of India – August 20, 2016
Caribbean Festival – August 21, 2016
qFLIX Philadelphia – July 5-10, 2016; $13-15 tickets
Blobfest 2016 – July 8-10, 2016
Street Fair – July 9, 2016
The Blob and this Island Earth – July 9, 2016; $8 for students
The Blob and Queen of Blood – July 9, 2016; $8 for students
The Blob and the Late Night Double Feature – July 10, 2016; $8 for students
Bastille Day Festival – July 16, 2016
Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival – July 16, 2016
BlackStar Film Festival – August 4-7, 2016; $8 per film
2nd Street Festival – August 7, 2016
Bug Fest – August 13-14, 2016
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The Cultured Approach: Museums and landmarks
Explore the city and let art and history come alive with visits to these famous museum and landmarks (for free/cheap!)
The Museum at Chemical Heritage Foundation
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
2016 Democratic Convention Politifest – July 22-27, 2016; $5 admission with ID
Daily Wanamaker Organ Concerts
The Happy Rooster Karaoke nights – Thursdays
Monday Jazz Jam – Monday nights
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Get Sweaty, not poor: Free and cheap work-outs
Gym memberships aren’t exactly great for a college student’s budget. Here are a few free alternatives to get sweaty and reach your fitness goals!
Free daily yoga on Race Street Pier – all summer long
Night yoga at the art museum – Wednesdays
Run with the Lululemon Walnut Street Run Club – Sundays
Philly Dance Fitness – times vary; $12 per class
Urban Defense Center – times vary; $15 per class
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The Land of the Free: 4th of July Events
Celebrate your American pride with these 4th of July events.
Orchestra Neighborhood Concert and Fireworks – July 1, 2016
U.S. Army Band Performance and Fireworks – July 2, 2016
Historic Philadelphia Block Party – July 3, 2016
POPS! On Independence – July 3, 2016
Celebration of Freedom Ceremony – July 4, 2016
Independence Day Parade – July 4, 2016
Party on the Parkway – July 4, 2016
Wawa Welcome America Concert & Fireworks – July 4, 2016
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A breath of fresh (free) air
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors with these wonderful summer attractions. Bonus: most of these locations offer great entertainment and food throughout the summer. Check out their websites for the details!
PHS Pop Up Gardens – South Street and Viaduct Rail Park
Schuylkill River Waterfront/Boardwalk
Mango Men – July 4, 2016
Craig Bickhardt, Beaucoup Blue – July 10, 2016
Gaelic Storm – July 17, 2016
Lauren Hart, Jimi Kendrick – July 24, 2016
Trout Fishing in America – July 31, 2016
Farmer’s Market at Dilworth Park – July 6, 2016
Outdoor free movie series (click this link for many more besides what is listed below!)
Dirty Dancing – June 30, 2016
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – July 13, 2016
Inside Out – July 21, 2016
Big Hero 6 – July 28, 2016
Star Wars: The Force Awakens – August 4, 2016
Creed – August 11, 2016
E.T. The Extra Terrestrial – August 17, 2016
The Radio 104.5 Summer Block Parties – July 10 and August 7, 2016
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