We’re joining Philadelphia’s Historic District to celebrate the first annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do!
On Tuesday, July 2nd, America’s most historic square mile will host the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade, musical performances, special extended hours at neighborhood museums and historic sites, restaurant specials, and so much more!
Schedule of Events
9 - 11 am
The fun begins with flag raisings, museums, and historic sites openings, special recognitions, and the Children's Naturalization Ceremony at the Betsy Ross House (9 a.m.)
11 am
Red, White, Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade kicks off at the National Constitution Center, traveling along Independence Mall (Pre-registration to march in the Pomp & Parade is required. Stay tuned to the website for information)
11 am - 3 pm
Welcome America's Go 4th and Learn: Carpenters' Hall 250th Anniversary
12 pm
Parade arrives at the endpoint at Carpenters' Hall
2 - 5 pm
Musical performances at four locations throughout the Historic District (Arch Street Meeting House, African American Museum in Philadelphia, National Liberty Museum and Elfreth's Alley)
Musical Performances at Arch Street Meeting House:
2:15 – 3:00 pm Philly Suns Lion Dancers (Chinese Lion Dance)
3:15 – 4:00 pm Rubble City String Band (old-time)
4:15 – 5:00 pm Project Capoeira (Brazilian Capoeira)
4 - 7 pm
Extended hours and special events at various historical sites and food and specials throughout Old City
Philadelphia Historic District Partners
African American Museum in Philadelphia
American Philosophical Society
Arch Street Meeting House Preservation Trust
Athenaeum of Philadelphia
Betsy Ross House
Carpenters’ Hall
Elfreth’s Alley
Franklin Square
Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania
Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historical Trust
Independence Seaport MuseumMuseum of the American Revolution
National Liberty Museum
National Constitution Center
Old City District
Independence Visitor Center
Science History Institute
Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History
Old City Specials
Neighborhood restaurants will be showing off their red, white, and blue spirit as well with a variety of discounts, treats, or specialty cocktails. Participating businesses include:
3J's Cafe
AMINA
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
Forsythia
Khyber Pass Pub
Kick Axe Philadelphia
Las Bugambilias
Malooga
Royal Boucherie
Sassafras
Vanderwende Farm Creamery
For a complete list of restaurants and their offered specials, visit oldcitydistrict.org.