Philadelphia250, a program of the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation, is the lead entity overseeing neighborhood and commercial corridor programs for the city's semiquincentennial. The mission of Philadelphia250 is to uplift and showcase the vibrancy of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods, cultures, and small businesses and give both residents and tourists fun and meaningful ways to commemorate the semiquincentennial.
In support of Mayor Cherelle Parker's vision for a "united city" and a semiquincentennial celebration that reaches all neighborhoods and residents, the City of Philadelphia is making a series of neighborhood-level investments and supporting citywide cultural programming in 20 locations across the city. The goal of these investments is to expand economic growth for local businesses, enhance civic pride for communities, and build the capacity of community development organizations who steward these spaces.
We are working in close collaboration with several city agencies, including the Commerce Department, the Office of Clean and Green, Parks and Recreation, the Streets Department, as well as City Council, this public-private partnership enables us to leverage funds we have raised from the private sector against City funding committed by the Parker administration and City Council.
A yearlong calendar of cultural festivals, attractions and experiences rooted in community.
Local event planners will partner with community organizations to create or enhance cultural festivals along key commercial corridors. These events aim to engage residents, attract visitors, boost local businesses, and strengthen community capacity. More info here.
Enhancing Commercial Corridors with Physical Improvements
Selected commercial corridors will undergo physical improvements to support small businesses, enhance residents’ quality of life, and attract new development. Design experts will collaborate with community organizations to set priorities and guide investments. More info here.
Philly’s Stories, Voices, and Culture on Full Display
Ring It On will bring the 250th directly into neighborhoods through a series of engaging public programs designed to spark joy, elevate local culture, and deepen civic engagement.
Founding Sponsors
Comcast NBC Universal
Independence Blue Cross
City of Philadelphia
Funder Collaborative for the Semiquincentennial
Legacy Sponsors
Wells Fargo
Fulton Bank
Ring it On! Sponsors
Beautification Sponsor
Aramark
Block Party Bonanza Presenting Sponsor
Comcast NBC Universal
Block Party BBQ Sponsor
ShopRite/The Fresh Grocer
Bells Across PA Co-Sponsors
PCOM
Bellwether District / HRP
Neighborhood Tour Series Presenting Sponsor
Fulton Bank
