Spring Garden Civic Association upcoming events

Rose Night at Bar Hygge (July 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Rosé Night at Bar Hygge on Wednesday, July 22nd

Bar Hygge will present "Sip Session: Rosé Night" on Wednesday, July 22nd, from 6:30pm to 8pm in their Hygge Lounge. The event is hosted by RJ Arnold from Wine Merchant, and will feature 5 Rosé wines perfect for these hot summer days.

Tickets are currently available, and include guided tastings of the featured wines, 5 lite bites paired with each tasting, and a special Hygge wine glass and wine key as a bonus gift. Get your tickets today, and discover the versatility and charm of this warm-weather favorite

SGCA General Meeting featuring City Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson (July 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Upcoming SGCA General Meeting and "Quality of Life" Town Hall

The SGCA is proud to welcome Philadelphia City Councilmember At-Large Katherine Gilmore Richardson as the guest speaker at our next General Meeting on Thursday, July 23rd, at 7pm at Old Zion Lutheran Church at Broad & Mt Vernon Streets.

Councilmember Gilmore Richardson has played a crucial role in passing legislation to address "nuisance businesses" and their role in the sale of unregulated recreational drugs that have become a problem throughout the City, including sections of the Fairmount Ave, Girard Ave, Spring Garden Street, and North Broad Corridors.

A social hour will begin at 6pm, and Old Zion Church Hall will be open for those who would like to view the impressive space and its collection of beautifully detailed stained glass windows.

Adult Field Day and Sports Night (July 25, 2026)

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Adult Field Day and Sports Night at Eastern State next Saturday

Eastern State Penitentiary will host an Adult Field Day and Sports Night as part of their Summer Nights programming next Saturday, July 25th, from 6pm to 9pm.

The event will highlight the power of sports in fostering a sense of belonging in Eastern State's history and in prisons today, as well as offer opportunities to engage in some fun on a sports-themed scavenger hunt and on ESP's historic baseball field and bocce court.

Tickets are available for $10, with free admission for current Eastern State members ⚾️

Baseball, boxing, bocce, and more— get up and moving with us and learn about the power of sports and recreation in fostering a sense of belonging throughout Eastern State Penitentiary's history and in prisons today.

Mini Tour: Race, Baseball, & The Legend of Charles "Jack" Blackburn
Hear the fascinating story of a renowned boxing champion turned Eastern State Penitentiary baseball player.
Baseball Pop-Up Talks & Home Run Hits
Step onto the penitentiary's historic baseball field where you'll learn more about the impact of baseball in prisons, past and present, from one of our Educators. Then, step up to the "plate" and see how far you can hit a wiffle ball toward Eastern State's tall perimeter wall.
Bocce Court
Challenge your friends to a game of bocce on the penitentiary’s original bocce court. Learn how to play the ball-throwing, precision game that was popular with people incarcerated at Eastern State.
Sports & Recreation Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a packet and complete this sports-themed scavenger hunt to receive an exclusive sticker prize!

"Quality of Life" Town Hall Facilitated by 5th District Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. (August 12, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

We are proud to welcome 5th District Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr. for a "Quality of Life" Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, August 12th, from 6pm to 8pm at the Community College of Philadelphia.

Representatives from various City departments will accompany Councilmember Young to address pertinent issues affecting the Spring Garden and surrounding communities. More details will be provided closer to the meeting date.

Yoga in the Garden (August 17, 2026)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Yoga in the Garden

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Monday, May 18

Monday, June 15

Monday, July 20

Monday, Aug 17

Monday, Sept 28

Dîner en Vert (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Dîner en Vert

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Join Us For A Food Truck Night!

Food Available for Purchase from Deke’s BBQ, Humpty’s Dumplings. Drinks Available for Purchase from Bar Hygge. Mister Softee will be stopping by!

No BYOB. No Pets. (Rain Date: 8/26)

Donations Appreciated.

Financial Literacy Workshop for Kids (August 24, 2026)

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Board Meeting of the SGCA (August 25, 2026)

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Spring Garden Sunflower Festival (September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

3rd Annual Spring Garden Sunflower Festival set for September 12th

The 3rd Annual Spring Garden Sunflower Festival is set for Saturday, September 12th, from Noon to 8pm on the 1700 & 1800 blocks of the Fairmount Ave Commercial Corridor.

Presented by the SGCA and Councilmember Jeffery Young Jr, the marquee event offers fun for the whole family, with 50+ vendors and service providers, a Kids' Zone with crafts, a beer garden with adult games, and live entertainment throughout the day.

Opportunities to sponsor the event and to volunteer at the festival are available, and there are a limited number of vendor spots still open. Apply today and join us in September as we celebrate the end of summer in style

Parks on Tap (September 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Parks on Tap

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Save the Date for the return of Parks on Tap at The Spring Gardens!

https://www.parksontap.com/

Yoga in the Garden (September 28, 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT