Here’s a roundup of some events scheduled to take place in West and Southwest Philadelphia as part of the annual Juneteenth celebration. The annual Juneteenth Parade, which starts in West Fairmount Park and concludes at Malcolm X Park (52nd and Pine), will take place on Sunday, June 22. Here are more details about this and other events where you can celebrate and commemorate this historic holiday.

Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom – Free Community Festival

Penn Museum (3260 South St)

Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Penn Museum is inviting all to a festival filled with joyful performance, live DJ sets, captivating storytelling, and hands-on activities for all ages. Guests can support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from local food trucks. The event is free and open to the public. For more information and free registration, go here.

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Film still from Rashaad Newsome’s Assembly, the Closing Night feature film of Under the Stars 2025. Courtesy of The Film Collaborative.

UPDATE: The opening night has been postponed to Saturday, May 24 and changed location. It will take place indoors at the Calvary Center for Culture and Community (801 S. 48th St), beginning at 6:30 p.m. Follow cinéSPEAK on Instagram for updates.

The 5th annual independent film festival, Under the Stars at Clark Park, is returning to 43rd and Chester this Friday, May 23. Every Friday through June 13, cinéSPEAK will present city premieres of independent films from around the world, live music from local artists, viral food pop-ups (including Manna Bakery and Darnel’s Cakes), and more.

This year’s program includes six Philadelphia premieres and a special repertory screening of legendary Palestinian filmmaker Elia Suleiman’s It Must Be Heaven, which makes one of its first U.S. appearances since its festival tour in 2019, and live musical performances in honor of West Philly Porchfest 2025. This year’s themes include Palestinian cultural preservation, Indigeneity and environmental stewardship, and Black and queer liberatory futures.

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The University City District (UCD) has recently announced the dates for its popular summer events, from the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll to Movies in Clark Park. Each summer, UCD partners with local businesses, restaurants, arts and culture organizations and performers to bring these fun events to community members. So mark your calendar with these dates and stay tuned for more details.

• The Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll will return on Thursday, June 5 and Thursday, Sept. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. During this unique event, Baltimore Avenue businesses and community vendors offer $1, $3, and $5 bargains between 40th and 51st Streets.

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Pop-Ups at the Portal returns to Trolley Portal Gardens at 40th and Baltimore on Thursday, May 8. University City District (UCD) is teaming up with local performer and curator Gretchen Elise to present five weeks of free, interactive, all-ages entertainment. Pop-ups will run every Thursday from May 8 through June 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and are fair-weather only.

“Our goal with Trolley Portal Gardens is to bring programming for the neighbors, parents, and commuters who use the space every day,” said Margaret Starke, UCD’s Senior Manager of Events and Community Partnerships.

Denise King, an international jazz vocalist and recording artist, launches the series on May 8.

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Check out some Spring and Easter egg hunts that will be held around the neighborhood this weekend. Do you know of more egg hunts? Please post them in our comments section below.

Saturday, April 19

Clark Park (43rd and Regent)

Renewal Church is holding its annual Easter Egg Hunt again at Clark Park on Saturday, April 19 at 11 a.m. Come for free crafts, games, face painting, and an Egg Hunt! The egg hunt is for kindergarten-age children and younger. Registration is required. See the flyer for more details.

Walnut St. West Library (40th and Walnut)

The annual Spring Egg Hunt will return this year on Saturday, April 19 at the green space on Locust Walk and 40th St. There will be two sessions for different age groups: Ages 6 & under will begin at 2 p.m.; Ages 7 to 10 will begin at 3:15 p.m. Come enjoy a spring-themed story time followed by an egg hunt and book giveaway. Maybe there will even be an Easter Bunny Sighting! Hosted by the Friends of Walnut Street West Library and local college students from Circle K (Kiwanis Club), in association with the library. Note: All the activities will be indoors in the event of rain.

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Power Street Theater (PST), a celebrated organization known for showcasing multicultural artistic talent and hosting free community events, has announced a diverse roster of 2025 free programming in partnership with Esperanza Health Center, Two Locals Brewing, Theatre Philadelphia, Theatre Horizon, Izlas Latin Cuisine, Souletri, and more.

From their popular bilingual “Land and Body” adult theatre classes to their Souletri Open Mics and a brand new contemporary play reading series, PST has something for everyone. Their work brings accessible performing arts to Philadelphia neighborhoods and creates opportunities for connection, play, and healing.

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