Top Things to Do in Philadelphia This August

Just because summer is winding down doesn’t mean the fun is over. August finds Philadelphia keeping those lazy summer vibes going with tons of fun things to see and do. From a sky-high robot to naked bike riding, here are just a few of our favorite end of summer events in Philadelphia.

“BeBot” at Piazza Pod Park

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1. Piazza Pod Park All month This new space opens with tasty bites and “BeBot,” a sky-high Burning Man robot. 1075 Germantown Ave., www.piazzapodpark.com

2. Philly Free Streets Aug. 3 Pedestrians highlight the city’s walkability by taking to the streets. Broad St. from City Hall to Butler St., 215.686.5552

3. BlackStar Film Festival Through Aug. 4 One of the largest festivals in the country devoted to black cinema screens at venues all around town. 267.603.2755

4. 2nd Street Festival Aug. 4 Eclectic Northern Liberties comes alive with music and crafts. 2nd St., from Girard Ave. to Green St., www.2ndstfestival.org

5. Peach Festival Aug. 10-11 Sweet and savory dishes highlight the summer fruit, while deals entice shoppers. Peddler’s Village, Bucks County, Pa., 215.794.4000

6. Night Market Aug. 15 The Food Trust brings its popular after-hours dining caravan to Fairmount. 15th St. & Fairmount Ave., 215.575.0444

7. Jonas Brothers Aug. 18 Fans get ecstatic over the sibling pop stars’ fi rst tour in a decade, “Happiness Begins.” Wells Fargo Center, 215.336.3600

Lenny Kravitz

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8. Lenny Kravitz Aug. 22 The multiple Grammy Award winner, actor and designer rocks out at the historic Met. 215.309.0112

9. Naked Bike Ride Aug. 24 Riders (mostly) in the buff tout body positivity and biking while touring the town. Check website for location. www.philadelphianaked bikeride.wordpress.com

10. Made in America Aug. 31-Sept. 1 Travis Scott and Cardi B headline this summer music blowout. Benjamin Franklin Parkway, www. madeinamericafest.com