Philly is gearing up for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration filled with fireworks, delicious food, and festive activities. Whether you’re looking to watch the fireworks from a prime location, indulge in special holiday menus, or enjoy a unique experience, here is a short list of where you can embrace your patriotic side.
Assembly Rooftop Lounge offers scenic views of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, City Hall, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, making it an excellent spot to celebrate the Fourth of July. On Thursday, July 4th, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., guests can enjoy a four-hour open bar, light bites, live music, and breathtaking fireworks views. The new menu includes Crab Rangoon Spring Rolls, Duck Buns, and Vegetable Pakora. The four-hour deluxe bar will offer select beer and wine and feature cocktails like the Watermelon Rickey and Classic White Sangria. Tickets are $120 per person.
Bucks County’s Stella of New Hope is another spot to view the Visit New Hope’s Summer Series Fireworks on Friday, July 5th. Guests can enjoy dinner and drinks on the large outdoor patio, and the newly unveiled outdoor bar offers expanded riverfront seating and a new bar menu.
Celebrate the 4th of July at Patchwork in the Hyatt Centric Hotel with a special Frozen Firecracker Cocktail priced at $16, available until July 7th. This delightful cocktail consists of vodka, Meyer Lemon, Cherry, and Curaçao, paying homage to the nostalgic Firecracker ice pops.
The Red Owl Tavern offers two festive cocktails, the Declaration of Spritz and the Watermelon Rickey, from July 4th through the weekend. On July 6th, they are also launching their Smoked Out Saturdays Summer BBQ series.
Uptown Beer Garden will host a lively grill-out on the 4th of July from 2 p.m. to midnight, featuring $3 Hotdogs, $6 Hamburgers, and a live Phillies game-watch party. Don’t forget to participate in their festive yard games with a refreshing frozen berry daiquiri dressed in red, white, and blue.
48 Record Bar, located above Old City’s Sassafras, is a wonderful spot for pre or post-fireworks cocktails. The bar offers festive drinks such as the Kiki Noelle, Pimm Pom, and the 1794, all carefully crafted to complement the lively ambiance and provide a memorable Fourth of July celebration.
Stratus Rooftop Lounge at Kimpton Hotel Monaco offers a range of exquisite cocktails, such as Midsummer Night, Copacabana, and Photosynthesis, all priced at $17. Guests can enjoy these drinks while admiring the stunning city views and celebrating events like the Fourth of July, complete with fireworks.
Chef Yun Fuentes’ Bolo in Rittenhouse Square offers a diverse menu, including ceviches, snacks, and skewers. Notable menu items include Tuna Con Coco, Chicken Pastelillos, and Gamba y Chorizo. The extensive cocktail selection includes drinks like Cafecito, Mosquito Bay, and Flamenco.
For a unique experience, join City Cruises on Saturday, June 29th, 2024, for the 4th of July Fireworks Signature Dinner Cruise aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia. Enjoy a front-row seat to the fireworks display, delicious food, and gorgeous views.
Philly offers many options to celebrate the 4th of July in the city where it all began. Happy 4th! Now go forth and be patriotic.
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