Fourth of July 5K, Parade, Picnic Among Weekend Events [Get Out]

There are lots of things happening this holiday weekend. It's a weekend full of community events. Celebrate American's birthday in the park, at a parade, run a 5K or have a picnic. The Rose Tree Park Summer Concert Series also continues with a Beatles/British tribute band (bring your American flag too, why not?)

Check out Patch's best bets for this weekend. What do you have planned?

Broomall Rotary Club's Firecracker 5K

• When: Thursday, July 4, race begins at 9:25 a.m. 
• Where: Broomall Fire Co. on West Chester Pike
• Why Go: Run, walk or cheer on the runners in this race that is open to anyone who can complete the course in less than one hour. The race benefits the Broomall Rotary's charitable service projects. Cool down after your run and watch the parade. 
  

Marple Newtown Fourth of July Parade

• When: Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m. 
  
• Where: West Chester Pike in Broomall
• Why Go: The parade route will float down the westbound lanes of West Chester Pike, beginning at St. Albans Circle and ending at Broomall Fire House. Be sure to bring your American flags and wave as the red, white and blue march on. 
• Cost: Free
  

• When: Thursday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to noon
• Where: Barrall Field, State and Edgemont streets in Media Borough
• Why Go: Celebrate America's birthday with food, fun and live entertainment for the kids. Wear your red, white and blue and have fun on the water slide, doing arts and crafts and playing games. Find more information here. 
• Cost: Free

• When: Thursday, July 4, parade begins at 9 a.m. 
• Where: Parade marches from Springfield High School then proceeds to West Leamy Ave. to Powell Road, left on Powell to Saxer Ave., left on Saxer to Springfield Rd., left on Springfield Rd. to Memorial Park
• Why Go: Watch and wave as the parade marches on and then enjoy activities at Memorial Park. In case of inclement weather, cancellation information will be broadcast on KYW 1060 AM. 

• When: Thursday, July 4, from noon to 4 p.m. 
  
• Where: Sandy Bank Road in Media 
• Why Go: Adopt a pet and ring in the Fourth with a new four-legged friend. The Delco SPCA will offer discounted adoption fees all day on select animals.
• Cost: Varies

Independence Day at  Bon Air Fire Co.

• When: Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m.  
• Where: Bon Air Fire Co., at 541 Royal Avenue in Havertown
• Why Go: Decorate your bike, wear your red, white and blue and stroll down the parade route to Hilltop Field. There will be prizes, races, games and raffles.  

British Invasion

• When: Friday, July 5 at 7:30 p.m. 
  
• Where: Rose Tree Park, Route 252, in Upper Providence Township
• Why Go: Enjoy this live tribute show that is more than just the Beatles. Enjoy the classics by The Zombies, The Moody Blues and Dave Clark Five, too. Find the full schedule of the concert series here.
• Cost: Free

• When: Sunday, July 7 at 11:30 a.m. 
  
• Where: First Presbyterian Church in Springfield, 1710 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown
• Why Go: Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and celebrate the new carillon bells, Independence Day, and community.
  
• Cost: Free