If there was ever a moment to bring your group to Philadelphia, this is it. The city is gearing up for America’s 250th birthday in 2026 with brand-new museums, blockbuster exhibits, and can’t-miss events that make group travel not only easy and educational but also purely unforgettable.
Philadelphia will be a major sports hub in 2026. The city will host six FIFA World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field—including a Round of 16 match on July 4. Philadelphia will also host the 2026 MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park and welcome the return of March Madness, with NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament first- and second- round games at the Wells Fargo Center.
Opening September of this year, Calder Gardens will join Philadelphia’s Museum Mile. This one-of-a-kind destination celebrates artist Alexander Calder through indoor and outdoor installations set in a tranquil, garden-inspired landscape.
Groups can also look forward to “The Declaration’s Journey,” opening in October at the Museum of the American Revolution, which explores the history and global impact of the Declaration of Independence. And, in 2026, The Franklin Institute will debut a world-premiere exhibition in partnership with Universal Destinations & Experiences—a behind-the-scenes look at how your favorite theme parks come to life.
Philadelphia will celebrate the nation’s Semiquincentennial all year long with “52 Weeks of Firsts.” This citywide series will spotlight a new “first” each week in 2026, with events honoring innovations and milestones that began in Philadelphia—from the first Thanksgiving Day Parade to Benjamin Franklin’s many inventions.
Whether your group is interested in history, art, sports, or science, there is no better time to visit Philadelphia. Start your planning today at discoverphl.com.
Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau
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