This weekend long exhibit of local culinary favorites such as Darling’s Diner, Marabella Meatball Company, Sweet Box Gourmet Lunch Truck, Lil Dan’s Food Truck, and many more will be enhanced with the delightful sounds of the Taste of Philadelphia’s Concert Series, interactive activities for all ages, and a spectacular fireworks show made possible by Adventure Aquarium.
[box] “Taste of Philadelphia continues to be one of Wawa Welcome America’s signature events, and this year’s culinary and musical line-up will deliver the high-caliber experience our visitors and residents have come to expect and enjoy” ~Melanie Johnson, City Representative & Executive Director of Wawa Welcome America![/box]
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All weekend you can enjoy the relaxing views of the waterfront and enjoy interactive activities and music brought to you by Radio Disney and NBA Nation. Guests can enjoy an all-you-can-eat ice cream buffet benefiting the Joshua Kahan Fund (fighting to cure pediatric cancer). Please not a $7 donation is required to enter the Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival, located in the Walnut West parking lot of Columbus Boulevard and Walnut Street.
But wait!- The weekend is jam packed with other festivities for all ages to enjoy!
Friday, June 29th
Taste of Philadelphia’s Concert Series 5:00-9:00pm
Enjoy the soulful sounds of Laura Izibor on the RiverStage of Penn’s Landing as well as popular Philadelphia DJs who will be spinning on the Old City Stage located on the Chestnut Street Bridge.
Saturday, June 30th
11:00am-10:00pm
Wawa Welcome America!’s Singer/Songwriter Competition
A showcase of talented, non-professional artists judged by local music industry professionals
Sultry Jazz Show
As the sun goes down enjoy the sultry sounds of jazz artist Regina Carter and special guest Gerald Veasley.
Fireworks Finale
After the sun goes down enjoy a fascinating fireworks display over the river, sponsored by Adventure Aquarium
Sunday, July 1st
11:00am-7:00pm
Gospel Tribute
Gospel choirs from all over the region will join together in song to perform uplifting gospel music along the waterfront River Stage.
Wawa Welcome America! is a multi-day festival that celebrates America’s birthday in America’s birthplace, Philadelphia, and is produced by Welcome America, Inc. For more information please visit www.welcomeamerica.com .
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