Philly Zoo Animals to Experience Concert of Lifetime

Celebrated by millions across the globe for his unique sound and special connection with animals, Loris Assadian – better known by his social media name, PLUMES – will visit Philadelphia Zoo as a guest to play his signature pink guitar and sing for the Zoo’s animals. This is the artist’s first appearance at a U.S. Zoo. By regularly singing for animals, PLUMES raises awareness about the beauty of the animal world and the importance of its preservation. This unique opportunity provides additional enrichment for the Zoo’s animals; part of the Zoo’s animal care program includes giving animals opportunities to experience something new, like a performance by a world-famous musician. With his signature style and important message of animal preservation, the Zoo hopes to captivate new audiences to celebrate animals and highlight how to protect the natural world.

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Summer Ale Festival Returns to Philadelphia Zoo

Get Ready for a Roaring Good Time with Seasonal Beverages, Food, Brand-New Music Lineup and Animals!

Philadelphia, PA – After being postponed due to severe weather, Summer Ale Festival returns to Philadelphia Zoo bigger and better than ever on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 6:00-10:00pm (taps close at 9:30pm) with over 100 beers, ciders, seltzers, meads, teas, spirits and non-alcoholic options, which includes 13 new vendors, that will suit any taste. This is the single largest beer event in the Greater Philadelphia Region each summer and this fan-favorite is the only place in the region where you can sip with snow leopards, toast near tigers, and cheers with Andean bears! Performing live this year on the Impala Lawn Stage are Philly-based bands Nik Greeley and the Operators, Echo Kid and Moonroof. This year’s beverage lineup includes newcomers like Ship Bottom Brewery, Good Boy Vodka, Ironbound Cider and NA Beer Club. For tasty bites throughout the night, some of the region’s best local food trucks will be serving up specials to satisfy any appetite. Hours are from 6:00pm to 10:00pm for VIP admission, and 7:00pm to 10:00pm for general admission. All taps will close by 9:30pm. Summer Ale Fest is limited to those 21 or older with valid identification; no children, including infants, permitted. Tickets are available exclusively through the Zoo’s website and will not be available for purchase at the door. This is a rain or shine event.

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Winslow Township Family Day – August 22nd

Enjoy a summer afternoon at New Brooklyn Park for Winslow Township Family Day. Features local vendors, activities, and community fun for all ages.

When: Sat, Aug 22 | 2 PM – 7 PM
Location: 123 New Brooklyn Erial Rd, Sicklerville, NJ

Camden County concert at 6pm featuring Let’s Groove Tonight: Earth Wind & Fire Tribute Band

National Boxing Association to Award Continental Lightweight Championship

Teflon Promotion’s will host their upcoming fight night, RePlay Volume 3, on August 22^nd at The Grand Ballroom, 3801 Market Street, with local undefeated boxer Jibril Noble competing for his first world championship.

Noble, an undefeated lightweight at 9-0 with 7 of the wins coming by knockout will face Wanzell Ellison (11-2-1, 5KO) of Newark, New Jersey for the National Boxing Association’s Continental Lightweight Title.

“I am ready to put on a fight for Philadelphia,” says main event fighter Jibril Noble. “Philly is the city for boxing and I am ready to show the world why. I am not walking out of the ring without the belt in my hand on August 22.”

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Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

The lanterns leave Franklin Square on August 16

Less than three weeks remain to experience the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square. See this year’s all-new larger-than-life lantern displays, live stage performances, Fountain Shows, interactive experiences, demonstrations, food, and drinks before the Festival ends.

LUCKY AUGUST WEEKNIGHT SPECIALS:

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Young Gun Silver Fox Brings the Grooves

Sundown Music Series at Haddon Lake Park

Get ready for an evening of feel-good grooves and laid-back summer vibes as Young Gun Silver Fox takes the stage at Haddon Lake Park on Wednesday, August12th, at 7:30 PM. Blending soulful harmonies, yacht rock influences, and polished West Coast pop, the duo delivers a fresh sound inspired by the timeless music of the ’70s and ’80s.

AAA South Jersey is proud to sponsor the Sundown Music Series at Haddon Lake Park. Visit AAA’s tent at every Wednesday’s concert for a special membership offer – get an entire year of AAA’s trusted roadside assistance for just $20! This offer is only available at the Camden County Summer Concert Series. Plus, stop by to enter to win unique prizes each week, free giveaways, and to learn about AAA’s travel, insurance, discounts, and more.To learn more, Click Here.

Phillies Legends Step Up for Charity

Sluggball, a new baseball-inspired hitting competition, will host its inaugural All-Star Classic featuring retired Phillies legends in a fast-paced 4-on-4 exhibition – no fielding, no baserunning, just hitting.

Charlie Manuel and Larry Bowa will manage the two competing teams that feature Cole Hamels, Mike Lieberthal, Joe Blanton, Aaron Rowand, Kenny Lofton, Mickey Morandini and Sluggball co-founder Ruben Amaro Jr.

Each batter gets eight swings or 35 seconds per at-bat, aiming for designated zones of the field (pull side, up the middle, opposite field, around the horn).

Proceeds of the event will benefit The Darren Daulton Foundation and the Ruben Amaro Sr. Foundation.

Tickets are available at PlaySluggball.com or at the door.

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Stop and Smell the Rose Wine Festival

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 3-6 p.m.

Everything’s coming up rosé! Head on up to the rooftop at Sunset Social for Stop and Smell the Rose Wine Festival.

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Liberty Comic Con at Philly Expo Center

August 7-9, 2026

Attention comic book and anime lovers! Head out to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center this weekend for the fourth annual Liberty Comic Con to meet like-minded pop culture fans, stop by a slew of vendors, and interact with voice actors, artists, writers, cosplayers and more over the three-day weekend.

The event features panels, cosplay performances and contests, gaming tournaments from Video Game Corners, quizzo challenges, and opportunities to meet and greet with voice artists from series like Bleach, Jujutsu Kaisen and more.

Don’t miss: Philadelphia native Aqua Forge visits the festival for meet and greets as the festival’s Featured Cosplayer.

Where: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks, PA

Neighborhoods throughout Gloucester Township are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the 43^rd 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.