2025 Philly Opener

2025 Philly Opener

Join the Philadelphia Visitor Center's 2025 Philly Opener celebration and help us kick off tourism season in Philadelphia.

Date and time

Monday, May 12 · 6 - 8:30pm EDT

Location

Independence Visitor Center

599 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19106

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Paid venue parking

Join the Philadelphia Visitor Center's 2025 Philly Opener celebration presented by Highmark Blue Shield and Visit PA on Monday, May 12!

Count on a pep rally atmosphere with festive food, Philly-centric libations, and live entertainment!

Howie Roseman, Executive Vice President/General Manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, will receive the Most Valuable Philadelphian (MVP) Award. Presented by Comcast Spectacor, this award goes to an individual who has raised Philly’s global profile and exemplifies all that is good about our beloved city.

This annual fundraiser is a don't miss event for anyone passionate about tourism in the City of Brotherly Love. Click here for more information.

See you there!

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities still available! Contact Colleen Murphy at cmurphy@phlvisitorcenter.com.

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect?

Celebrate the city and state’s iconic destinations with live performances and photo moments from the Visitor Center and Visit PA. See what it's like to be a tourist in Philadelphia and get the full visitor experience leading into the 2025 tourism season.

Will there be food and drink?

Enjoy some of the best food Philly has to offer-- with vendors dedicated to represent two iconic food scenes: the Old City District and Reading Terminal Market. Plus beverages generously provided by Gem Life Collective, Union Forge, Mijenta Tequila, Victory Brewing, and Wissahickon Brewing Company.

What are the best parking options?

The AutoPark at Independence Mall (41 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106) is a 24-hour, fully enclosed and secure self-park garage operated by the Philadelphia Parking Authority located underneath the Independence Visitor Center.

What accessibility offerings will be available?

The Independence Visitor Center is wheelchair accessible, offers a nursing room, and welcomes service animals. Our speaking program will include a Sign Language interpreter and closed captioning on live video screens. Please email cmurphy@phlvisitorcenter.com to request additional accommodations.

What should I wear?

The event’s attire is festive casual, we encourage you to wear your Philly pride!

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