The 18th year of this destination event returns to West Fairmount Park on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. All ages will enjoy and participate in an exciting afternoon of music, dance, spoken word, artmaking, and much more. As the event presenter, West Park Cultural Center brings together a host of arts, cultural, and community partners to create a unique collaboration bringing people together across Philadelphia neighborhoods and beyond. A family-friendly event with easy access, free admission, rain-or-shine. Located on South Concourse Drive near the Please Touch Museum, the West Park Arts Fest features a music mainstage, a showcase stage with dance and spoken word, and activities for children of all ages provided by our event partners. The partners to date include Highmark Mann, Please Touch Museum, Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia, Global Philadelphia, Philadanco, Philadelphia City Rowing, Millcreek Neighborhood Partnership, Painted Bride, Tree House Books, There is still time to submit to be a vendor or a showcase talent. Visit the event webpage to see more and submit an application https:www.westparkcultural.org/west-park-arts-fest Music Mainstage Kicking off the Arts Fest will be a performance in front of the music stage by Kyo Daiko sponsored by the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia. Confirmed bands on stage include SoundEVR, De Tierre Caliente,Tubey Frank, and Next Measure sponsored by Highmark Mann. Carlo Campbell returns as the ever energetic and popular MC. Showcase Stage (to date) This stage features student and seasoned performers who provide a colorful display of dance, spoken word, and other performances. Featured performances include danceLogic®, Philly’s Got Dance, Philadanco 3, Isa Latin Rhythms, Hestonettes, Ballet Folklorico Yaretzi sponsored by Highmark Mann, and Poet Laureate, Raina Leon, sponsored by the Painted Bride. We are still accepting talent. Narrated Historical Trolley Tour by Kathy Lee Board the trolley at 2:00 p.m. for a 1-hour tour of the Fairmount Park Centennial District, discovering the area’s history going back to the 1876 World’s Fair. The tour begins and ends at Arts Fest, with stops along the way including the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden. You can reserve your seat on Event Brite. Art/Craft Marketplace The art/craft vendors are key to creating a vibrant West Park Arts Fest selling beautiful creations and interacting with festival goers. Food, Access, and Getting There Enjoy a diverse selection of cuisines from the event’s food trucks. The festival entrance is located at Parkside Avenue and East Memorial Hall Drive in West Fairmount Park. The site is accessible by SEPTA, biking, and car, with free on-street parking available. The West Park Arts Fest is an invitation to gather, celebrate, and experience the arts in a welcoming outdoor setting. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends, family, lawn chairs, and a love of community. Event Details at a Glance Event: West Park Arts Fest 2026 Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: West Fairmount Park (near the Please Touch Museum) Admission: FREE Rain or Shine More Information Website: westparkcultural.org Email: info@westparkcultural.org Phone: 215-473-7820 About West Park Cultural Center West Park Cultural Center is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit dedicated to enriching lives through arts and education, serving youth, families, and the broader community through year-round programming and cultural events.