Green Philly

Made in Philadelphia Spring Market
2026-04-10 12:00 - 2026-04-12 18:00 (America/New_York) | Dilworth Park, 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Come out and support a lineup of small businesses from Philadelphia and the tri-state area at the Made in Philadelphia Spring Market 2026. Makers and crafters from the tri-state area will bring their handmade artwork, jewelry, home goods, specialty foods, and more to Dilworth Park for a vibrant weekend outdoor market in the heart of Center City.

The Made in Philadelphia Spring Market takes place Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12, 2026. Whether you’re shopping for a thoughtful gift, treating yourself to something handmade, or simply enjoying time outdoors, this free family-friendly market offers something for everyone.

Brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia, in cooperation with the Center City District, the Made in Philadelphia Market Series celebrates local creativity throughout the year at Dilworth Park.

Visit www.madeinphila.com for updates and follow on social media, Instagram @philaholidays and Facebook @madeinphila.

Location: Dilworth Park (West Side of City Hall)
1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Hours: Friday & Saturday 12pm–8pm | Sunday 12pm–6pm

Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Engagement Session
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | PHMC, 4601 Market Street, Philadlephia, PA, United States
Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Toolkit and Engagement Event
April 14, 2026

Philly Unwrapped: Cut Waste. Cut Costs. Protect Public Health and Local Vulnerable Communities.

Philadelphia spends millions every year managing waste.

Almost nothing prevents it.

At the same time, food and beverage businesses are required to purchase single-use packaging that increases operating costs and contributes to pollution that disproportionately impacts Black and Brown communities where waste is processed and incinerated.

There may be a better, less wasteful way — and it saves money and protects public health.

Philly Unwrapped is bringing together restaurant owners, cafés, caterers, corner stores, food trucks, event venues, hospitality operators, community leaders, and public officials to explore practical waste prevention strategies that work in Philadelphia.

What This Is
Join ECHO Systems, The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, Rethink Disposable’s Clean Water Fund and Trash Academy in this informative and engaging community event.

Learn How to Use the Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Toolkit — a free, practical resource designed specifically for local food-sector businesses.

Case studies show that businesses implementing reuse and waste prevention strategies save between $3,000–$22,000 annually, while reducing trash volume, improving operational efficiency, and strengthening customer loyalty.

Attendees will be able to join a funding consortium to demonstrate business need and interest in supporting a just transition toward reuse and waste prevention.

This event includes a community listening session. We want to hear directly from residents and business owners about concerns, barriers, and opportunities as we work to attract funding and build a just transition.

Who Should Attend

Restaurant, café, and food truck owners
Caterers and event operators
Corner store and grocery operators
Hospitality managers
Community leaders and residents
Institutions and neighborhood organizations

We warmly invite City Councilmembers, local representatives, community development corporations, business improvement districts, and neighborhood organizations to join this conversation. Advancing waste prevention presents an opportunity to strengthen fiscal stewardship, support local businesses, and protect public health — and we look forward to working together to explore what that can look like for Philadelphia.

What You’ll Walk Away With

Clear, implementable cost-saving strategies
Access to the free Philly-specific Toolkit
Early information about upcoming grant opportunities and how to participate in the funding consortium
Connections to a growing network of local businesses and partners
An opportunity to help shape future funding and policy priorities

This is not a lecture. It’s a practical working session focused on real-world solutions.

Event Details

Location: PHMC — 4601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Transportation: Free onsite parking available at 47th & Haverford (see attached map) Also walking distance from the L

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM- arrive promptly

Other Details: Light fare + coffee provided

Cost: Free — registration required

Funding provided by EPA Region 3’s Thriving Communities – Green & Healthy Homes Initiative.

With support from the Story of stuff project and a generous match from Jeffery A Miller catering

Coffee provided by High Point Cafe.

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Bird Box Workshop at the Discovery Center
2026-04-17 16:30 - 19:30 | Discovery Center, 3401 Reservoir Dr, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19121, United States
Join Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Glen Foerd in learning how to create a bird box for your own home or green space! Audubon Mid-Atlantic and Glen Foerd both share a mission of maintaining local ecosystems along the Schuylkill and Delaware River, and this is where your stewardship can help.
We will begin the workshop with a bird tour around Discovery Center and discuss why bird boxes (also known as nesting boxes) are essential to birds due to the decline of natural habitats. Then, each participant will have the opportunity to assemble a bird box kit (using hammers and nails) which you will be able to take home at the end of the session! Instructions for mounting and ongoing maintenance will be included as well.
Registration is required, with 20 spots available (if you and a child or friend want to work on one bird box together, you can sign up as one spot).
Click here for Registration

RAIR Flea Market
2026-04-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Revolution Recovery, 7333 Milnor St, Philadelphia, PA, 19136, United States
We are excited to announce our first ever RAIR Flea Market on April 19th from 11am-4pm!

All items available for purchase were directly pulled from the waste stream at our host recycling facility, Revolution Recovery, 7333 Milnor Street in Tacony. BYOB (bring your own bag) to hold all your RAIR finds.

Funds raised will directly support RAIR 2026-2027 programming! ?

We can’t wait to see you there ? Click the event link for more information!

*This event is rain or shine – we will relocate to one of the warehouses at the recycling facility in case of inclement weather. Please follow us on Instagram (@rair_philly) for updates as it gets closer to the event.

Pennsylvania Piedmont: The Wildlands of Southeastern PA
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00 | The Conference Center at Penn State Great Valley, 30 East Swedesford Rd, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Celebrate Earth Day and National Parks Week with ecologist Roger Latham! Presented in partnership with Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens and Valley Forge Park Alliance.

Step into the Pennsylvania Piedmont with ecologist and conservation biologist Roger Latham to uncover the unique geology and ecology that make Southeastern PA’s wildlands truly special. Explore freshwater tidal marshes, mafic glades, forests on diabase soils, and serpentine barrens–all home to many state-endangered species. Learn about the natural history and ongoing stewardship of these ecosystems, found nowhere else in the state.

Roger Latham has worked as a research ecologist, conservation biologist and environmental planner since 1973. He earned his Ph.D. in biology at the University of Pennsylvania and conducts applied research and planning for the National Park Service, The Nature Conservancy, Natural Lands Trust, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Audubon, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and other organizations and agencies involved in wildland restoration and management and endangered species recovery.

Earth Day Outdoor Film Showing
2026-04-22 20:00 - 22:00 | PA
Join us at the Crossroad’s Women’s Center for an outdoor showing of films for Earth Day. This event is one in a series of events leading up to the Project Rummage Runway Fashion Show where the theme is Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Repair.

Evil Genius x Clean Water Action Earth Day Happy Hour
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | PA
You can’t have good beer without clean water. Join Clean Water Action and Evil Genius Beer Company for a post–Earth Day happy hour at the Evil Genius taproom in Fishtown. Members of our Philadelphia team will be there to chat about our state and local campaign efforts. Join us for this post Earth Day celebration and help evil do good for our environment and health.

$1 from every beer sold supports our work to end illegal dumping, reduce flooding through community green spaces, and protect families and firefighters from toxic PFAS.

Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Thomas ave and C obbs Creek Parkway, at the playground/park area at Thomas Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway just north of Whitby Ave. , Philadelphia
Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day will celebrate its sixth year running on Saturday, April 25th 2026 from 10am-2pm at the playground/park area at Thomas Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway just north of Whitby Ave.

Brought to you by Clean Air Council and the Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition, this free event will kick off at 9:30am with a WeWalk to explore the paved Cobbs Creek Trail. Beginning at 10:00am attendees can interact with over two dozen exhibitors offering family friendly games, resources, information, education, and activities for residents to connect with including sharing ideas for the upcoming Little Nature Playgrounds on Cobbs Creek Trail. The event will conclude with a raffle and a chance to win prizes. Thanks to Healing Through The Land for providing snacks and refreshments for participants.

The day’s schedule is filled with free activities including horseback riding, a birding walk, fishing, book giveaway, and more. See the complete event schedule below, help spread the word to friends, family, and neighbors to come out and enjoy Cobbs Creek Park together. Stay updated by following the Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition Facebook and Instagram pages.

Astronomy Day 2026 at The Franklin Institute
2026-04-25 11:00 - 15:00 | The Franklin Institute, 271 N 21st St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute. Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory.

Featured Programming:

Solar Viewing in Science Park: Safely view the sun with telescopes and custom solar-viewing tents.
Space Suit Show: Do you have what it takes to visit space, or at least dress the part? Learn the ins and outs of a space suit to prepare you for your future travels.
Explosive Trash Can Rocket Launch Finale: See science performers launch a 40-gallon trash can into the sky using our favorite ingredient, liquid nitrogen.
Special Guest: Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts

Camerata Philadelphia - Season Finale
2026-04-25 13:00 - 14:30 | The Church of the Holy Trinity, Rittenhouse Square, 1904 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
CAMERATA PHILADELPHIA – concludes its 2025/2026 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square (1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103) on Saturday, April 25 @ 1:00 PM.
Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Beethoven’s Serenade in D for String Trio Op. 8, Francis Poulenc‘s Sonata for Cello & Piano FP 143, Brahms’ Trio in E-flat for Violin, Viola (Horn) & Piano Op. 40; and features Opera Philadelphia violinist Gared Crawford, No Name Pops violist & media content writer Sarah Sutton, and The College of New Jersey piano professor Dr. Tomoko Kanamaru.
Free admission open seating. Suggested donations: $25 General, $10 Seniors, $5 Students. For more information: visit www.camerataphiladelphia.org, e-mail info@camerataphiladelphia.org, or call 610-716-5737.
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Earth Day Organizational Fair
2026-04-26 02:00 - 10:30 | Philadelphia Ethical Society Building, 1901 S. Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, 19103, United States
Come join us at the Philadelphia Ethical Society’s Earth Day Organizational Fair this April 26th from 10:30-2:00 pm at the Society’s beautiful building on Rittenhouse Square, co-hosted with Net Impact Philly. There will be around 15 organizations from Philadelphia present (see list below). The focus of this event is on connecting to each other and our organizations. We are also celebrating the 100th anniversary of Camp Linden, which serves hundreds of youth from Philadelphia every year with free environmental and swimming education.

Bring a water bottle to avoid generating trash!

Net Impact Philly
Circular Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Fibershed
Center for Social Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania
Camp Linden (project of the Philadelphia Ethical Society
Historic Fairhill
Philly City Repair
Philly Bike Action
Glitter
Vegan Runners
Center City Residents Assoc. Green Team
Echo Systems
and more!

Basic Program

9:00 to 10:15 Tabling orgs setup
10:15-10:45 Guests arriving
11:00 AM Introduce Philadelphia Ethical Society and Camp Linden
Go around intros of each org
11:30 to 2:00 PM Tabling, Networking, Relationship building

Goals for the event:

to provide local residents with connections to environmental and groups that they might join or support

create awareness around our space on Rittenhouse as a friend of environmental programming

drum up energy and support for Camp Linden’s 100 year anniversary

2026 Temple University Bike Tour
2026-04-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Temple University Ambler, 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler, PA, 19002, United States
2026 Temple University Bike Tour

Sunday, April 26, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Register now at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour.

General Fee: $35 (Ends April 15)

Student Fee: $15 (Ends April 15)

Bike Rental Fee: $15 (for Temple Students)

Bike Rental Fee: $30 (for general public)

Start: Temple University Main Campus (Diamond Lot), 1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
End: Temple University Ambler (Ambler Arboretum of Temple University), 580 Meetinghouse Road, Ambler PA 19002

It’s time to fly with the Owls! Join us for the 2026 Temple University Bike Tour on Sunday, April 26. Register now and learn more at https://ambler.temple.edu/biketour! Registration for the Temple University Bike Tour will close on Wednesday, April 15. There will be no on-site registration.

Funds raised during the Bike Tour will support Temple University Ambler.

Cyclists will travel a beautiful 22-mile route from Main Campus to Temple Ambler on April 26, touring the Greenway through Fairmount Park, Wissahickon Valley Park’s Forbidden Drive and Fort Washington State Park.

At the finish line, Bike Tour participants, family, friends and the general public are invited to a celebration including activities for the whole family, information from Bike Tour sponsors and tours showcasing the unique experiences available at Temple Ambler!

No Bike? No Problem!

Bike rentals are available to all Temple University Bike Tour participants who need one, now through April 15, 2026. Thanks to our partners at Fairmount Bicycles, we’re able to offer rentals at a significantly reduced rate for this event. Bikes will be delivered to the Diamond Lot on Temple’s Main Campus for pickup at the starting line and may be returned at the finish line at Temple’s Ambler Campus.

Fox Chase Cancer Center, Chestnut Hill Hospital, Absolutely Apropos, RDS Vending, Bergey’s Ford, Piscitello Bicycle Law Advocates, Schiel Family Foundation, The Larry DiFranco Team at Elfant Wissahickon Realtors, the Temple University Alumni Association, MJ Kirkpatrick and Dr. Vicki Lewis McGarvey also proudly sponsor the Temple University Bike Tour.

If you have any questions about the Bike Tour or the Ambler Campus Celebration, please contact us at templebiketour@temple.edu.

Temple Bike Tour Website: https://ambler.temple.edu/community/temple-university-bike-tour

Calendar listing: https://now.temple.edu/events/2026-04-26/2026-temple-university-bike-tour

Story Link: https://ambler.temple.edu/news/2026/03/greenway-getaway-join-temple-university-bike-tour-april-26

RESCHEDULED Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day
2026-04-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Cobbs Creek, Thomas Ave and Cobbs Creek Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, 19143, United States
Due to the forecasted weather Celebrate Trails Day has been rescheduled to Sunday, April 26th 10-2pm. This community event is the perfect time to get outside on Cobbs Creek Trail. Come join neighbors and local organizations for a day of free activities as we #CelebrateTrails together!

Cobbs Creek Celebrate Trails Day will celebrate its sixth year running on Sunday, April 26th 2026 from 10am-2pm at the playground/park area at Thomas Ave & Cobbs Creek Parkway just north of Whitby Ave.

Brought to you by Clean Air Council and the Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition, this free event will kick off at 9:30am with a WeWalk to explore the paved Cobbs Creek Trail. Beginning at 10:00am attendees can interact with exhibitors offering family friendly games, resources, information, education, and activities for residents to connect with including sharing ideas for the upcoming Little Nature Playgrounds on Cobbs Creek Trail. The event will conclude with a raffle and a chance to win prizes.

The day’s schedule is filled with free activities including horseback riding, fishing, and more. Help spread the word to friends, family, and neighbors to come out and enjoy Cobbs Creek Park together. Stay updated by following the Cobbs Creek Watershed Coalition Facebook and Instagram pages.

City Nature Challenge at The Woodlands
2026-04-26 11:00 - 12:30 | The Woodlands, 4000 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
Join us for an exciting City Nature Challenge on Sunday, April 26 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at The Woodlands!

In partnership with Green Philly, The Woodlands, Feminist Bird Club Philly, Andrew the Arborist, Disability Pride PA, the Philadelphia Mycology Club and City Nature Challenge participants will use the app iNaturalist to explore the biodiversity of The Woodlands (an incredible green space located in West Philadelphia) all while participating in community science! Community science data collected through iNaturalist observations is key to help monitor urban biodiversity health.

What is the City Nature Challenge?

This annual four-day global bioblitz is held annually at the end of April, where cities collaborate to see what can be accomplished when we all work toward a common goal. During a set period of time at a set location, participants focus on finding and identifying as many species as they can.

How do I participate?

Please download* the app iNaturalist (it’s free!) to your smart phone, create an account, and learn the basics of how to upload an observation. iNaturalist is an app that allows everyone no matter their skill level to find and identify species they come across, from an unknown plant to a cool bird!

iOS Download

Android Download

*Please note if you do not have a smart phone, we can group up and take turns!

Why should I join?

First, it’s FUN! Second, this hands-on event offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature (and others who are interested in urband wildlife) while contributing valuable data to ongoing conservation efforts! And finally, we are contributing to the 2026 City Nature Challenge where cities around the world collaborate to share observations of nature!

Whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or a curious beginner, all are welcome to participate in this accessible, engaging, educational experience. Spaces are limited so RSVP to learn more about the urban wildlife in your neighborhood!

Please note: The BioBlitz will coincide with the West Philly Craft Fest, so parking won’t be available on-site. Visitors must park in the surrounding neighborhood, but The Woodlands is easily accessible by public transit, with the 40th Street Trolley Portal right across from the gates.

U.S. National Squash Championships
2026-04-29 00:00 - 2026-05-02 23:59 | Arlen Specter US Squash Center, 25 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, Arlen Specter US Squash Center, 25 N 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, United States
Watch the nation’s top squash professionals compete for the title of U.S. National Champion for free! Be in the stands as future Olympians take to the glass court at the world-class Arlen Specter US Squash Center, home of Team USA Squash and US Squash.

The Kensington Spring Garden Tour
2026-04-29 00:00 - 2026-05-02 23:59 | PA
Event Details:

The Kensington Spring Garden Tour is a neighborhood-wide celebration of community gardens and green spaces across Kensington, hosted by NKCDC (a Mrs. Meyer’s Lots of Compassion grant recipient) in partnership with local growers, gardeners, and community organizations. The event includes yoga, garden activities, block parties, raffles, a bike tour, and a guided walking tour. It also marks the transition from indoor planning activities to outdoor community engagement as part of the Co-Creating a GreenPrint for Kensington community planning process.
When: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Yoga: 9 to 10 AM
Bike Tour: 11 AM to 2 PM
Guided Walking Tour: 11:30 AM to 2 PM

Where: Kensington Engagement Center, 3000 Kensington Ave, with activities across Kensington

About New Kensington Community Development Corporation

New Kensington Community Development Corporation (NKCDC) is a community-driven, trauma-informed, and equity-focused non-profit. They provide a wide range of services—real estate development, housing counseling, small business assistance, corridor cleaning, workforce development, nutrition education, community health resources—to residents and businesses across the Kensington, Port Richmond, and Fishtown neighborhoods of Philadelphia.

What is Lots of Compassion?

The Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day program transforms vacant lots across the country into thriving community gardens through a five-year commitment contributing up to $1 million from sales of Compassion Flower product through 2027. Since launching in 2023, Lots of Compassion has transformed more than 110,000 square feet of garden space, supported by the program’s 30 garden grants to date, and benefited more than 45,000 community members nationwide. Through partnerships with local organizations and leaders, the initiative continues to turn underused spaces into vibrant places where neighbors gather, learn and grow together.

The Kensington Spring Garden Tour
2026-05-02 00:00 - 23:59 | Kensington Engagement Center, 3000 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, IL, 19134, United States
The Kensington Spring Garden Tour is a neighborhood-wide celebration of community gardens and green spaces across Kensington, hosted by NKCDC (a Mrs. Meyer’s Lots of Compassion Grant Recipient) in partnership with local growers, gardeners, and community organizations. The event includes yoga, garden activities, block parties, raffles, a bike tour, and a guided walking tour. It also marks the transition from indoor planning activities to outdoor community engagement as part of the Co-Creating a GreenPrint for Kensington community planning process.

Programming throughout the day, including:

Yoga from 9 to 10 AM at the Kensington Engagement Center
A bike tour from 11 AM to 2 PM
A guided walking tour from 11:30 AM to 2 PM
Garden activities and raffles
Learn more about Lots of Compassion.

Third Act Philadelphia Meeting
2026-05-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Third Act Monthly Meeting, 1845 Walnut Street, 25th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Philadelphia Hub of Third Act PA will meet on Tuesday, May 5, at 1 p.m. to talk about how we can influence the state legislature to support solar power, mobilize voters for the fall election, and build support for our work on the climate. We will also hear about the campaign to push PGW toward renewable energy, in line with the City of Philadelphia’s commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.

The meeting will be in person at 1845 Walnut Street, 25th floor, with an option to attend by Zoom. To get the Zoom link, register here.

EcoPhilly 5th Annual Summit
2026-05-09 08:00 - 15:30 | Villanova University – Pick-up/Drop-off at Connelly Center, 800 East Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA, 19085, United States
EcoPhilly will host its fifth annual EcoPhilly Summit, From Hope to Action, on Saturday, May 9, at the Connelly Center at Villanova University, 800 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova, PA 19085. The summit will bring together parish, school, and institutional leaders from across the Catholic Church of Philadelphia to deepen and advance care for creation inspired by Pope Francis’ landmark encyclical, Laudato Si’.

The day will feature a keynote address by Joshua van Cleef, Director of the Office of Peace and Justice of the Diocese of Lexington, who will share insights from the diocese’s transition toward net-zero emissions by 2030.

A breakout session on the impact of AI will be led by EcoPhilly co-founder Nicholas Collura, Program Director of the Radius Program and a chaplain in the Office of Religious, Spiritual, and Ethical Life (ORSEL), at MIT.

Additional highlights include sustainability exhibitors, a youth art contest, musical selections by the CLEAR Project, and a complimentary lunch. Mini-grant awards will also be presented to parishes and schools for projects that foster eco-spirituality and environmental action.

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m., with programming running from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A suggested donation of $5 will be accepted at the door. On-campus parking is available, and the venue is accessible via SEPTA Regional Rail at Villanova Station.

The event is co-sponsored by Villanova University’s Office for Sustainability and the Ambassador’s Fund for Catholic Education.

For more information or to register, visit ecophilly.org/summit.

Philly Area City Nature Challenge Identification Day !
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Laurel Hill West, 225 Belmont Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004, United States
City Nature Challenge is an annual initiative that invites people around the world to find and document wildlife in their own cities. Join us on May 9 along with naturalists, hobbyists and professionals as we learn how to identify species in the cemetery and arboretum. Bring the whole family for ID app tutorials, interactive games, basic exploration of taxonomy and classification, snacks, and conversation about the importance of biodiversity and environmental literacy.

Presented in partnership with the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

This event is being hosted in coordination with Love Your Park Week, a citywide celebration of Philadelphia’s parks and public spaces. Learn more at loveyourpark.org/events/lyp-week-2026
COST: PAY WHAT YOU WISH!

Firstival: First Mother's Day
2026-05-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives, 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Join Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives for a Saturday Firstival on May 9th, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., celebrating the First Mother’s Day as part of 52 Weeks of Philly Firsts, a citywide celebration marking 250 years of Philadelphia innovation and fun. Follow @52FirstsPhilly or visit 52firstsphilly.com for all the weekly events.
Come make Mother’s Day cards and wax seals, listen to performances and learn about the history of Mother’s Day!
The 52 Weeks of Firsts is a citywide, yearlong celebration honoring Philadelphia’s legacy of innovation produced by the Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee. To honor these groundbreaking inventions and firsts, the Philadelphia Historic District is holding a year’s worth of free events to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. The 52 Weeks of Firsts will take place every week of the 2026 semiquincentennial year across the City of Philadelphia in more than a dozen neighborhoods.

Philly Foodworks Open House
2026-05-09 11:00 - 15:00 | philly foodworks, 1978 W. Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19140, United States
Philly Foodworks invites you to celebrate Spring in style at our 4th annual Open House. We’re excited to invite you into our space and celebrate our customers & vendors! We have a full lineup of activities:

build your own bouquets (with locally grown flowers)
popup vendor fair (sampling and products for purchase)
music
kids games
warehouse tours
build your own salad station (made from all PFW items!)

Come celebrate the season with us and meet some of our fantastic vendors and staff in person! We hope to see you there!

Now + Then Marketplace Fishtown Fair
2026-05-09 11:00 - 18:00 | 1201 Frankford Ave & the surrounding block, 1201 Frankford Ave & the surrounding block
Now + Then Marketplace takes over the heart of Fishtown, hosting over 50 local vendors on the triangular block that’s home to neighborhood institutions like Johnny Brenda’s & Two Robbers, Saturday 5/9 from 11am to 6pm. Food & drink specials are available from all restaurants & bars on the block including Pizza Shackamaxon & Kismet Bagels. Vendors vintage finds locals like Do Good Vintage & art Sidewalk Press. The fair is free to attend, dog & kid friendly. 21+ to drink

Spring Concert Series
2026-05-09 14:00 - 15:30 | Harold Prince Theatre at the Annenberg Center for Performing Arts, 3680 Walnut Street ?, Philadelphia, PA, PA, 19104, United States
Philadelphia’s own all-women tap company, The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble, “is a powerhouse of technique, joy, and passion.” (ThINKingDance) The 2026 Spring Concert Series features innovative choreography by Lisa LaTouche and Caleb Teicher, company repertoire, and a world premiere by NYC-based guest choreographer Dre Torres. In the group’s 15th season, “The Lady Hoofers not only can spark the floor, they take tap in unexpected directions.” (The Dance Journal)

Virtual Philly Unwrapped Community Waste Reduction Engagement Session II
2026-05-11 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual, via Zoom
Back by popular demand, Join us for our second Philly Unwrapped Community Waste reduction engagement session.

Philly Unwrapped is a coalition-driven initiative working to establish a city-wide reuse system in Philadelphia. Our work is focused on reducing single-use waste, protecting public health, and creating the conditions for reuse to become standard practice across our city’s businesses, institutions, and communities.

We invite you to register for our second virtual session on May 11th from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (A zoom link will be sent out when you register).This gathering is part of a six-part series that includes two additional in-person sessions. Each convening is an opportunity to deepen our collective understanding, strengthen partnerships, and move this work forward together.

This session will focus on two areas:

First, we will examine the business case for reuse. Participants will share real examples of organizations transitioning away from single-use packaging and serviceware, including the financial savings, operational considerations, and the impact on customer health and community trust.

Second, Trash Academy will lead a community engagement session where participants are invited to share their own questions, barriers, and considerations around reuse adoption. This is an important part of our process. Building a system that works for Philadelphia requires honest input from the organizations and communities who will be part of it.

We are asking anchor institutions, businesses, neighborhood associations, CDCs, BIDs, chambers, and community organizations to register, attend, and stay engaged. This work depends on sustained participation from across the city.

Partners and Collaborators,

ECHO Systems

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia

Trash Academy

Rethink Disposable, a project of Clean Water Fund

And the Philly Unwrapped Coalition

Funding support provided by EPA Region 3 Thriving Communities.

3C @ 3B: Climate, community & conversations
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Triple Bottom Brewing, 915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19123, United States
Talk sustainability research and climate advocacy opportunities over sustainable brews. Address issues you care about together in community.

TripleC @ TripleB: Promoting equity in urban forestry by addressing barriers to participation
We will hear from Temple Professor of Geography, Environment, and Urban Studies, Dr. Hamil Pearsall, Ph.D., who will speak about her research on advancing equitable urban forestry. After discussing Hamil’s research in this area, we will be joined by Asha-Lé Davis, the Education and Outreach Manager for the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS), who will speak about the work that PHS is leading to implement solutions and reduce barriers to urban forestry here in Philadelphia.
About Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS)
PHS, an internationally recognized nonprofit organization founded in 1827, uses horticulture to advance the health and well-being of the Greater Philadelphia Region. PHS programs create healthier living environments, increase access to fresh food, expand access to jobs and economic opportunity, and strengthen deeper social connections between people. PHS’s work spans 250 neighborhoods; an expansive network of public gardens and landscapes; year-round learning experiences; and the nation’s signature gardening event, the Philadelphia Flower Show. PHS provides everyone with opportunities to garden for the greater good as a participant, member, donor, or volunteer. For information and to support this impactful work, please visit PHSonline.org.

EcoFair
2026-05-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Cherry Street Pier, 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Embark on an immersive journey into sustainability at EcoFair, Green Philly’s third annual family-friendly event showcasing the region’s eco-resources and initiatives driving positive change. Enjoy a day packed with eye-opening insights and actionable ideas with:

Bring up to 5 old t-shirts to recycle for a chance to win an upcycled bag from Stich & Destroy, get clothing repairs from HNI Collective, free 5-minute bike tune-ups from Mittens Pop Up Shop, bring your household batteries to recycle with E-Force, and get custom screen-printed Green Philly merch with The Hope Symbol!

For kids and kids-at-heart you have to explore the Kids Discovery Zone with live educational animals from Elmwood Park Zoo, fungi fun with Philadelphia Mycology Club, and paint-by-number with Walls for Justice. Join a FREE pop-up mobility fitness class (registration required), too!

PLUS, shop the Sustainable Marketplace featuring eco-friendly vendors, local businesses, and community organizations.

Schedule of events:

12-4 PM Vendor Tables

12:30 PM – Mobility Fitness Class

1-3 PM: Animals with the Elmwood zoo

Meet and network with other sustainably-minded friends.

Whether you’re passionate about making a positive impact on the planet or simply looking for a fun and educational experience, EcoFair has something for everyone. Secure your spot now and be part of the movement towards a greener future!

Winetober Fest Spring Edition
2026-05-16 12:00 - 17:00 | PA, United States
Enjoy the vibrant spirit of spring as we bring the full excitement of the season to life. This event showcases some of Pennsylvania’s finest wineries and distilleries, complemented by a variety of food trucks and abundant shopping opportunities.

? Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
? Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
? Location: Skippack Village, 4039 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA 19474

reFlea Spring 26
2026-05-16 12:00 - 17:00 | The Resource Exchange, 1701 N. 2nd St., Philadelphia, PA, 19122, United States
The Resource Exchange’s reFlea is Philadelphia’s vendor market uniquely focused on local remakers, vintage & secondhand refurbishers, upcyclers and DIY creatives. If you are interested in sustainability, creative reuse, and contributing to Philly’s circular economy, then come join us for a day of deals!

Make a Mother's Day Card!
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Historic St. George’s Museum & Archives, 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Create your own cards and wax seals for the best mother who ever lived—your mother! PLUS, learn about the history of Mother’s Day, and view our collection from its founder, Anna Jarvis.
