Third Thursday & Navy Yard Night Bring Energy to the Navy Yard

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Last Thursday, community members, employees, residents, and visitors gathered at Chapel Plaza for a special edition of Third Thursdays that served as the perfect kickoff to Navy Yard Night at Citizens Bank Park. As attendees arrived in Phillies gear, Chapel Plaza turned into a lively pregame destination with local vendors, food trucks, live music, and

A Summer Guide to the Navy Yard

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Summer has arrived at the Navy Yard, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and countless opportunities to get outside and explore one of Philadelphia’s most unique waterfront destinations. Whether you’re looking to unwind after work, stay active, discover something new, or spend time with family and friends, the Navy Yard comes alive during the summer months,

Event Recap: Third Thursdays

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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

Event Recap: Bring Your Child to Work Day

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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

Witness History at the Screening of “Invisible Warriors” at the Navy Yard

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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

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

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.

Get to Know the Ladies Behind Our Urban Homestead-ish Programming

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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

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

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,