After a two-year break, Philadelphians are again invited to celebrate July 4th at the “Wawa Welcome America” festival, which includes a concert at the Mann Center for Performing Arts (5201 Parkside Ave) and fireworks on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

The concert will be held at TD Pavilion at the Mann Center, beginning at 7 p.m., and will feature Bebe Rexha, Flo Rida, and a special performance by the Philly POPS. Gates open at 4 p.m. The concert is free, but tickets are required (click here). Those who can’t make it to the concert or are not ready to mingle with crowds yet can watch it live on NBC10 and TeleXitos.

The fireworks will kick off at 9:30 p.m. and guests are welcome to gather from Eakins Oval to Logan beginning at 8 p.m. For more information, go to: welcomeamerica.com.

Folks in West Philly can enjoy the fireworks without crossing the Schuylkill. One of the great locations where you can watch the fireworks is Drexel Park at 31st and Powelton. Just bring a blanket/chair and picnic!

SEPTA has released information on their July 4th schedule. SEPTA buses, trolleys, the Broad Street and Market Frankford lines will operate on a Sunday schedule on July 4th, but there will be additional Broad Street and Market Frankford Line service for the Parkway Fireworks. Go here for more details.