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Philadelphia will be the first city in the world to host “Star Wars: The Experience,” a new official exhibition celebrating the franchise’s 50th anniversary.

Spend a summer evening with live music in the shadow of City Hall when Opera Philadelphia performs a free outdoor concert at Dilworth Park on Thursday, July 23.

When you’re looking for a weekend getaway, sometimes the best destination is one that already has your itinerary planned for you. In Crawford County, the calendar stays busy from summer through the holidays with festivals, fairs, outdoor adventures and seasonal traditions, making it easy to build a trip around one signature event while discovering everything else the region has to offer.

Hundreds of HR professionals, business leaders, managers, and workplace decision-makers from across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding region will gather this September for the 2026 SHRM New Jersey Conference & Expo, September 27–29th, 2026, at the Atlantic City Convention Center. The conference is in its 35th year and the theme, The Science of HR: From Innovation to Integration, reflects the profession’s evolving role and will explore how innovative ideas, emerging technologies, and forward-thinking strategies can be successfully integrated into everyday workplace practices. Attendees will earn valuable SHRM, HRCI and HRIP recertification credits while investing in their professional growth. Register now for the 2026 SHRM New Jersey Conference & Expo. Early bird discounts ends July 31st!

College students can experience some of Philadelphia’s museums, historic sites and cultural attractions at no cost during Campus Philly’s CollegeFest, which runs Sept. 14-20. The weeklong event is designed to introduce students to neighborhoods across the city through museums, attractions and special events.

Theatre in the X will present “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf “at Malcolm X Park from Aug. 20-23 as the landmark play marks its 50th anniversary.

Bella Kay is bringing her first headlining tour to Philadelphia this fall.

Manayunk’s Stroll After Hours continues July 16, 23 and 30 with food trucks, live music, local vendors and outdoor movies. The free event runs from 6-10 p.m. each Thursday along Main Street and nearby public spaces.

As America marks its 250th anniversary, Cape May County is celebrating in true “Down the Shore” style with a summer filled with history, music, tradition, and festive coastal fun. From Revolutionary War reenactments on Sunset Lake to patriotic concerts, dazzling drone shows, family festivals, and even surfing Santas, the Jersey Cape is rolling out a vibrant lineup of events that honor the nation’s past while creating new memories along the beach and boardwalk. Whether you’re a history buff, a music lover, or simply looking for classic shore‑town charm, there’s something special waiting for you all season.

Shakespeare in Clark Park is returning this summer with a new take on one of William Shakespeare’s best-known plays.