Rock Out to the Sounds of Springsteen at Lindenwold Park
An unforgettable summer night of live music awaits! Celebrate summer with an evening of legendary rock as No Surrender: The Ultimate Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band takes the stage at Lindenwold Park tomorrow, Friday, August7th, at 7 PM. From iconic anthems to fan-favorite hits, this high-energy performance captures the unmistakable sound and spirit of “The Boss”.
Please note that the Classic Car Show, originally scheduled alongside the concert, has been postponed to Friday, October 9th. The music is still on, so bring your lawn chairs, gather your family and friends, and enjoy another memorable night of free summer fun with Camden County. To learn more, Click Here.
Commissioner Al Dyer and Commissioner Colleen Bianco Bezich will join Camden Mayor Victor Carstarphen and community partners and volunteers for a community cleanup at Martha Wilson Park, 4th Street & Washington Park, Camden at 9 a.m.
“Caring for our neighborhoods is a shared responsibility, and creating clean, welcoming spaces ensures our kids have safe places to play,” Commissioner Dyer said. “I commend the mayor for his leadership in organizing these clean-ups, and it’s inspiring to see the real progress made after each event.”
Throughout the 2026 cleanup season, the City of Camden Department of Public Works will be on-site to pick up debris including large bulk trash items. Camden residents will be able to obtain information relating to recycling, e-waste, trash disposal, and litter prevention in addition to other city programs. The Camden Strong initiative will continue throughout spring and summer with a series of 11 neighborhood cleanups and a cemetery cleanup.
On Saturday, August 22 from 9am to 11am, Jefferson Stratford Hospital will host a free community food pantry and health fair on their campus at 18 Laurel Road East, Stratford, NJ 08084.
Designed to help local families prepare for the start of a new school year, the food pantry and health fair will provide access to nutritious food boxes donated by the South Jersey Food Bank, free school supplies (pencils, notebooks, erasers, highlighters, scissors and rulers) donated by Jefferson-East employees and access to healthcare resources, including representatives from Jefferson Health’s departments of primary care, weight management, infection prevention, food and nutrition, obstetrics & gynecology, Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation and the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centers.
Neighborhoods throughout Gloucester Township are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 43rd Annual Night Out (NNO) crime/drug prevention event. National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and co-sponsored locally by the Gloucester Township Police Department and will involve communities from all fifty states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities, and military bases around the world.
On Saturday, August 22 from 9am to 11am, Jefferson Stratford Hospital will host a free community food pantry and health fair on their campus at 18 Laurel Road East, Stratford, NJ 08084.
Designed to help local families prepare for the start of a new school year, the food pantry and health fair will provide access to nutritious food boxes donated by the South Jersey Food Bank, free school supplies (pencils, notebooks, erasers, highlighters, scissors and rulers) donated by Jefferson-East employees and access to healthcare resources, including representatives from Jefferson Health’s departments of primary care, weight management, infection prevention, food and nutrition, obstetrics & gynecology, Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation and the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centers.
Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia Zoo is partnering with ODUNDE365 to bring a weekend of African culture, dance and crafts to the Zoo! This event, hosted Saturday, August 8 11:00am-3:00pm, continues the celebration of South Philly’s Annual Odunde Festival, the largest African American street festival and celebration of its kind in the country. Guests are welcome to attend special performances, crafts and learn how to play a drum during a Odunde365 drumming class! The Reading Captains will also be in attendance giving out themed books during the event. African Culture Fest is included with Zoo admission or membership.
Hundreds of runners will take on the most iconic bridge in America to raise money for Students Run Philly Style. After attracting hundreds of runners and raising money earlier this spring, Yards Brewing and Philadelphia Distance Run are teaming up again for the last Yards Bridge Run of the year on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Runners of all faces and all paces are invited to join this special night of community, running, giving back and food/drink. Founded in 2014 by longtime Yards employee Keith Zonderwyk, the Yards Bridge Runs have spent more than a decade bringing together runners, beer lovers, and members of Philadelphia’s vibrant fitness community. What began as a casual gathering among friends has grown into a beloved local tradition, combining exercise, community, and philanthropy.
Philadelphia’s largest neighborhood summer festival is back and bigger than ever! The Northern Liberties Arts & Commerce Alliance announces the 16th Annual 2nd Street Festival on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 12:00pm Noon to 10:00pm. Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with 250+ restaurants, food trucks, beer gardens, family fun, live music, artists, pop-up shops and entertainment. Street food and summertime sips will be available from a giant list of 50+ restaurants, bars, breweries and food trucks, including 10 outdoor beer and cocktail gardens. Get ready to dance (and rock) in the street with live music and DJs on two main stages. Enjoy 14 blocks of non-stop activities along N. 2nd and connecting side streets, from Spring Garden all the way to Girard. Look for food, drink and retail specials at merchants along the famed commercial corridor. The event is no charge and open to the public. 2nd Street Festival is family friendly, and four-legged friends that are well-behaved and on leashes are also welcome. For more information, visit 2ndstfestival.org and follow @2ndstfestival. Thank you to City of Philadelphia (Philadelphia Neighborhood Celebration Grant), Beam Suntory, Red Bull, La Colombe, Xfinity and NRG for supporting this year’s event.
“2nd Street Festival is back and bigger than ever in Northern Liberties,” said Standard Tap owner and festival co-founder William Reed. “It is the true grand finale for a historic summer in our city with a non-stop, ten-hour celebration of local food, beer, art and music. We have been working for months and months to bring back this beloved event and we can’t wait to see everyone back on N. 2nd Street this summer! Look for a special 250th nod this year – and lots of fun surprises.”
The Classic Experience at Famous 4th Street Delicatessen — Photo by S. Reis
July 24 – August 9, 2026 (excluding Saturdays)
Deals on deals on deals! Queen Village Restaurant Week returns to celebrate the bumping South Philly neighborhood’s many diverse dining destinations with delicious meal deals on prix fixe-style menus. (Huzzah!)
Feast on $25-or-less lunch specials and $40 to $60 dinner deals at one of the neighborhood’s favorite restaurants and bars, like Famous 4th Street Delicatessen, Puyero Venezuelan Flavor and Mahalo Hawaiian BBQ. Check out the full list of over 20 participating eateries on the official website.
Get ready for an unforgettable summer concert featuring Stealing Savanah! Join us for a patriotic drone show and a special appearance by Santa as we celebrate Christmas in July. It’s going to be an evening filled with fun!
The concert will take place on the “Great Lawn” at Connolly Park, located at 605 Centennial Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043, beginning at 7:00 PM. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs, relax, enjoy the playground facilities, and have an enjoyable evening with friends and family.
All events offer free parking and admission, with food trucks and Courtyard Pub. Please note that the dog park will be closed during all events. Additionally, pets, alcohol, smoking, and vaping are not permitted.
We extend our gratitude to our sponsors, whose support makes these events possible. We encourage attendees to patronize these sponsors. For those interested in learning more about the Voorhees Township Sponsorship Program, please email abarone@VoorheesNJ.com. Visit our sponsorship Linktree https://linktr.ee/sponsorship26 for sponsor information.
