Vectorized image of attendees at June’s Parks on Tap in Fern Hill Park.

The summer is dawning, 250 celebrations are ceasing, and the youth are gearing up to head back to school. 

From top to bottom, August is filled with events encouraging neighbors to connect, but also plenty of events looking to support families in starting the school year off successfully.

The Germantown Info Hub has compiled a list of free and low-cost events this month that neighbors can be on the lookout for.

In Germantown

August 1: Attic Brewing Co. hosts a summer market in its Beer Garden at its home base (137 Berkley St.) from 4–9:00 p.m. It features a diverse range of local vendors.

August 1: Queer Game Night returns to Young American Hard Cider (6350 Germantown Ave.) from 7–9 p.m. for a summer patio edition hosted by Curator Chan for $10. Enjoy music, drinks, bites, and classic games like UNO, cards, and Mancala, with room to bring your own games, friends, or just yourself. Tickets here.

August 4: The 4th Annual 39th District and Friends of Fernhill Park National Night Out will run from 2–8 p.m. at Fernhill Park, Wissahickon and Roberts avenues. Enjoy free food, a fire truck display, a kickball tournament, face painting, line dancing, live music by DJ Jus, raffles and more. Limited parking is available.

August 8: G-Town Radio will host the opening reception for All Roads Lead Back to G-Town Radio from 6–9 p.m. at 24 Maplewood Mall. The window installation launches Tieshka K. Smith’s four-month #10YearsOfRacismIsASickness residency, revisiting the original project through photography, mapping, memory, and community dialogue.

August 8: Join Philadelphia Parks and Rec for a volunteer cleanup at Fernhill Park from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Bring good energy, and they’ll provide the tools. You can register through the QR code or link on the event page.

August 8: Second Saturday: G-town Gatherings brings neighbors and visitors together at Johnson House from 12–4 p.m. with live music, food trucks, and local vendors. Hosted by Germantown United CDC and Historic Germantown, it’s a community-centered way to spend the afternoon in Germantown.

August 8: Love Portal will host a free Germantown Block Party from 4 to 9 p.m. at Maplewood Mall. The event will feature DJs and live performances from Oluwafemi, DJ Massiah, Damiana and Nah Mean?, along with food, local vendors and more.

August 14: Work Successphilly offers one-on-one time with a human resources professional at  Joseph E. Coleman Library (68 W. Chelten Ave.) from 1–3 p.m. Hosted by Neighborhood Community Action Center 8 (NCAC8), it’s a monthly event with additional dates running through December. If you miss this one, the following is September 1 at the same time.

August 15: EcoFest Block Party at The Water Shed celebrates sustainability, creativity, and Germantown pride with hands-on activities, art-making, food trucks, a DJ, and community vendors. The free family-friendly event runs from 12–6 p.m. at 5300 Wayne Avenue. RSVP here.

August 15: The 6th Annual HOG Philly Community Block Party takes over 5245 Germantown Ave from 12–3 p.m. with free food pantry items, fresh produce, clothing, school supplies, music, and family fun. Hosted by House of Glory Philadelphia, it’s a free community celebration with health and wellness resources too. RSVP here.

August 15: Community Wellness Health Fair at Lonnie Young Rec Center runs from 1–5 p.m. and is free and open to all ages and genders. Expect resources, food, giveaways, and family-friendly activities on the football field at 1100 E. Chelten Ave. Looking to vend? Want more info? Text (267) 819-7441 or email lonnieyoungadvisory19138@gmail.com.

August 16: First United Methodist Church of Germantown will host a Back-to-School End-of-Summer Event from 2–4 p.m. at 6001 Germantown Ave. Families can enjoy free school supplies, food, water ice, music, prizes and more. For more info, visit FUMCOG.org.

August 18: Neighborhood Community Action Center: Water Department at the Coleman Library offers drop-in office hours from 1:00–4:00 p.m. Representatives from the Philadelphia Water Department can help with water service, billing questions, meter appointments, service issues, and water bill assistance.

August 22: The Colored Girls Museum will present Keepers of a Movement, a conversation with Black art collectors and Dr. Myrah Brown-Green, author of the book of the same name. The event begins at 3 p.m. at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery, 5423 Germantown Ave.

August 22: Sweet Juice Fest 2026 brings artists, musicians, healers, and dreamers together at The Farm at Awbury Arboretum (6336 Ardleigh St.) from 2:30–9:30 p.m. Tickets start at a $10 minimum suggested price, with proceeds supporting the artists, venue, and guest experience. Kiddos under five attend free of charge.

August 22: Germantown Unity Day will honor boxing champion Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and recognize Derrick ‘Bozy’ Ennis at Freedom Square Shopping Center, 5825 Germantown Ave. The celebration will include the announcement of “Ennis Way,” with a parade beginning at noon, food and refreshments, and vending opportunities. For more info, contact Michael Wise at (267) 592-8809.

August 29: Saint Harmony Cafe will host Community Cafe Live from 1–6 p.m. The “Sip, Gather, Grow” event will feature floral décor, fresh bites, live performances, local food trucks and a community tea talk at 3 p.m. Registration includes reserved seating, handcrafted beverages and a tea-party treat buffet. Tea-party attire is encouraged, and the event is a pay-what-you-wish fundraiser. Get your tickets here; tickets are donation-based.

Near Germantown

August 7–8: Nicetown CDC will host its 24th Annual Give Back Festival at Nicetown Park, on the 4300 block of Germantown Ave. The two-day community celebration will feature live music, food trucks, children’s activities, health and wellness resources, local vendors, giveaways and more. For information, call (215) 329-1824 or email info@nicetowncdc.org.

August 14: The Philly Kroc Center will host a Back-to-School Backpack Event from 4–7 p.m. at 4200 Wissahickon Avenue. Families can receive free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last, along with family-friendly activities. Questions can be sent to veda.brown@use.salvationarmy.org.