Fireworks, parties and events to ring in 2026 in the Philadelphia area

A New Year’s Eve concert and fireworks show will take over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia this year, but that’s not the only show in town. From the city to the shore, here are just a few of the celebrations planned for Dec. 31.

Fireworks in Philadelphia

There will be multiple fireworks shows in the city this New Year’s Eve.

Benjamin Franklin Parkway: A concert on the parkway will start at 8 p.m. Wednesday, followed by fireworks at midnight. Gates open at 6 p.m.

LL Cool J headlines the concert with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Adam Blackstone, Dorothy and Technician The DJ. The event is free and open to everyone…

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