Red, White & Blue To-Do

The Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee’s 2026 Red, White, & Blue To-Do celebration will take place on July 2, 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.