Fireworks and Bob Dylan: What's Happening in July

Looking for something to do this summer? Here are some of the bigger events happening in the Philly area in July.

Philly 4th of July Jam

• Where: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia
• When: July 4, 10:30 p.m.
• What: A live concert and fireworks display, featuring the Roots, John Mayer, Demi Lovato, Ne-Yo and more. Get the full information here.

Bastille Day Festival

• Where: Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia
• When: July 13, 4 p.m.
• What: A block party in celebration of Bastille Day, featuring reenactments, food and drink specials, a working guillotine and a Philly-version of the famous line, “Let them eat cake.” Get the full story here.

Bastille Day in Downtown Media

• Where: State Street, Media
• When: July 13, 6 to 10 p.m.
• What: Media will shut down State Street for the night with a celebration of food, crafts, musicians, actors and more in celebration of Bastille Day. Read more here.

XPoNential Music Fest

• Where: Wiggins Waterfront Park, Camden, NJ
• When: July 26-28
• What: A three-day outdoor festival on the Camden Riverfront, hosted by WXPN radio. The show will feature performances by Bob Dylan, Wilco and My Morning Jacket. Get more information and ticket prices here.

Taste of Philadelphia

• Where: Penn’s Landing
• When: July 5-7
• What: Philadelphia-area restaurants will be giving out samples of their wares in a weekend long celebration of Greater Philly’s food. Get the full story here.