2026 Red, White, & Blue To-Do

The Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee announces plans for the third annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do celebration, a vibrant event set for July 2, 2025, honoring the day the Second Continental Congress voted for independence and commemorating a day of “pomp and parade,” as declared by John Adams in 1776, encouraging visitors to celebrate independence in the place where it all began. A vibrant celebration, the Red, White, & Blue To-Do transforms the birthplace of American independence. The festivities bring together museums and historic sites creating an unforgettable, all-ages celebration giving everyone a chance to participate in this historic year.