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Agenda.

Tonight, this weekend, free stuff, date night, and whatever is actually worth leaving the house for.

09SEPTEMBER2026

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01—07SEP

Featured · Family · THIS WEEK

Final week: Universal Theme Parks — The Exhibition

The last chance to explore the Franklin Institute’s interactive look at how major theme-park attractions are designed and built.

WHENTimed admission; museum opens 9:30 a.m.WHEREThe Franklin InstitutePRICETicketedTICKETSOfficial details ↗

Confirmed · SEPTEMBER 2026

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CONFIRMED THIS MONTH

SEP01TUE

City

Free beginner tai chi at FDR Park

A weekly beginner session led by Kirsten Erwin, built around movement, relaxation, and a complete low-key morning workout.

WHEN10–11 a.m.WHEREFDR Park Welcome CenterPRICEFree
SEP04—06DATE RANGE

Culture

Made in Philadelphia Market

WHENNoon–8 p.m. Fri.–Sat.; noon–6 p.m. Sun.WHEREDilworth ParkPRICEFree to browse
SEP05—26DATE RANGE

Culture

52 Weeks of Firsts: September Saturdays

WHENTimes and locations varyWHEREHistoric sites across PhiladelphiaPRICEFree programs
SEP08—27DATE RANGE

Arts

2026 Philadelphia Fringe Festival

WHENTimes vary by performanceWHEREVenues across PhiladelphiaPRICEFree and ticketed events
SEP–OCT13—25DATE RANGE

City

Open Streets: West Walnut

WHEN10 a.m.–5 p.m.WHEREWalnut and 18th streetsPRICEFree
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Philadelphia City Hall and Center City public space
Photo credit ↗Photo: AbhiramJuvvadi · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Tuesday, September 1 · City

Free beginner tai chi at FDR Park

FDR Park Welcome Center · 10–11 a.m.

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