Overview

• Delaware River Waterfront programming runs Aug. 29–Sept. 1 across Cherry Street Pier, Spruce Street Harbor Park, and RiverRink Summerfest, with the pier hosting a camp‑themed slate that changes daily.
• The Museum of the American Revolution offers free admission for children 12 and under Aug. 30–Sept. 1, with crafts, performances, and in‑gallery talks.
• The DroneArt Show lights up Sweetbriar Fields in West Fairmount Park Aug. 29–30 with more than 20,000 candles and 500 drones set to classical music; tickets are required.
• Sesame Place in Langhorne features a patriotic Elmo photo op and a fireworks show on Sunday, Aug. 31, with fireworks scheduled for 8 p.m.
• Philadelphia public pools are closing on a rolling schedule through Sept. 1, with spraygrounds and splash pads remaining open through the holiday weekend.