Community
May 30, 2026
Event Recap: Third Thursdays
Chapel Plaza came alive on Thursday, May 21, as community members, residents, employees, and visitors gathered for the launch of Third Thursdays, a new event series designed to bring people together through food, music, and local experiences. Despite the rain, the inaugural event, held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., transformed the open retail space
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May 12, 2026
Event Recap: Bring Your Child to Work Day
On Thursday, April 23, we had the pleasure of welcoming families to our 7th Annual Bring Your Child to Work Day! The day was filled with energy, curiosity, and plenty of hands-on fun as kids got a close-up of the Navy Yard and participated in a variety of engaging activities. We kicked off the day
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March 25, 2026
Third Thursdays Event Series
We’re excited to introduce a brand-new way to gather, celebrate, and enjoy our community this season—Third Thursdays at the Chapel Plaza. May to Oct • 4—7 PM • Chapel Plaza Beginning this May and continuing through October, we’ll be transforming our new plaza into a lively outdoor gathering space on the third Thursday of every
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March 3, 2026
Explore, Build, & Play: Bring Your Child to Work Day Is Back
Mark your calendars! The Navy Yard’s annual Bring Your Child to Work Day returns on Thursday, April 23, from 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM, on the Marine Parade Grounds, giving kids plenty of space to run, build, create, and explore. From interactive workshops to high-energy activities, the day is designed to spark curiosity and give
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November 4, 2025
Campus Comes Together for Navy Yard 5k
The Navy Yard was alive with excitement as runners, walkers, and supporters gathered for this year’s Navy Yard 5K. Under clear blue skies and crisp fall air — the kind of weather every runner dreams of — hundreds of participants laced up and took to the course for a fun, fast, and community-filled afternoon. The
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July 7, 2025
Witness History at the Screening of “Invisible Warriors” at the Navy Yard
During World War II, over 40,000 people worked at the Philadelphia naval yard, building and repairing ships as part of our nation’s war effort. Women were part of this vital workforce and were affectionately known as “Rosie the Riveters.” But some Rosies haven’t received the recognition they deserve: the African American women who served on
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January 29, 2025
Exciting February Events
Don’t Miss These Exciting Local Events Coming Up! Get ready for an action-packed February! Whether you’re interested in community networking, enjoying some live music, or just looking for fun ways to spend your lunch break, we’ve got you covered with an incredible lineup of events that will bring excitement and inspiration to your week. Check
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August 8, 2024
Join Us for Our Second Annual Free Navy Yard Night Festival
Attendees can enjoy live music, delicious food, Swoop! prize opportunities, and more fun for all ages We’re excited to announce that the Navy Yard is bringing back its highly anticipated Night Festival on Thursday, September 12 from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Crescent Park. This all-ages event promises to be an unforgettable evening filled
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July 3, 2024
Navy Yard Events & Programming Schedule – July 2024
June is the perfect time to #discovertheyard. There is so much going on like our first-ever #NavyYardFamilyFest, free fitness classes, hive tours, learn how to make your own tea, classic theater showings, charity 5Ks, and MORE! Read our blog at for more information or visit navyyard.org/events to learn how you can participate.
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June 28, 2024
Creative Mornings With Anne Ishii
In the Creative Mornings session held June 28 at the Navy Yard, Anne Ishii delivered an insightful discourse on the inherent importance she ascribes to each endeavor she undertakes. Her journey, which began in publishing and advertising, initially brought her happiness but left her searching for deeper fulfillment. After navigating roles at various startup companies
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June 25, 2024
Support the Navy Yard Back-to-School Drive
The Navy Yard will be collecting school supplies to support two local elementary schools. F. Amedee Bregy Elementary School and D. Newlin Fell School are both K-8 elementary schools located in South Philadelphia. The collection will take place Tuesday, July 16 through Wednesday, August 21 with drop-off locations throughout the Navy Yard campus. Being part
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June 13, 2024
Get to Know the Ladies Behind Our Urban Homestead-ish Programming
In 2016, Pamia Coleman received a box of seeds from her cousin, who had discovered it outside an abandoned business. Knowing Pamia’s desire to start a garden, her cousin urged her to take the seeds, which Pamia later shared with her friend Latiaynna Tabb. Wasting no time, that summer Pamia and Latiaynna co-founded Black Girls
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June 6, 2024
Navy Yard Kicks Off Summer with First Ever Family Fest
Summer officially started with the inaugural Navy Yard Family Fest June 1. Thousands of kids, adults, and kids at heart came to the Navy Yard’s award-winning park – Central Green – for a fun-filled and unforgettable start to summer. Attendees were immersed in magical day of Navy Yard entertainment by sampling delicious food from the
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June 5, 2024
Local Students Celebrate End of School Year at The Navy Yard
Students from F. Amedee Bregy Elementary School (Bregy Elementary) and D. Newlin Fell School (Fell Elementary) celebrated the end of the school year with a fun day of activities at The Navy Yard May 31. Students from both schools brought their school spirit out for friendly competition in several different events including tug-o-war, water carry,
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June 5, 2024
Sub & Surface Toastmasters Reaches 65 Years of Shaping Lives
A celebratory meeting will be held to mark the club’s anniversary on June 12 Sub & Surface Toastmasters will mark its 65th anniversary on June 12, announced the club’s President, Grisel Velazquez. In honor of the occasion, a celebratory meeting will be held that day at the Chapel of Four Chaplains (1201 Constitution Ave). Members
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