Why You Should Make it Down to Citizens Bank Park This Summer

The Phillies are back in business and you have to get down to South Philly to catch a glimpse. Here are some reasons to go to Citizens Bank Park (CBP) this summer: 

1. It's affordable. Phillies tickets are starting as low as $6 nowadays! 
2. It’s a social activity. Get drinks, dance, yell, celebrate with the fans around you, heck maybe even get on the jumbotron. 
3. Theme nights. Go on a specific theme night to get deals, free giveaways, or support a cause. Go to the last dollar dog night of the season on Sept. 21st, where hot dogs are only $1. 
   
   
   
   
   
4. See a united city. Whether the Phillies are winning, losing, or in a close one, the fans will be cheering, booing, or biting their nails in unison. 
5. They are on a winning streak. After firing their head coach, the Phillies have won 15 out of 18 and have a lot of energy and excitement around them. 
6. Bryce Harper. See the 2021 MVP and Philly’s heartthrob live!
   
   
   
   
   
7. Chickie’s and Pete’s crab fries. Enough said.
8. Pass and Stow. Head to Pass and Stow, the stadium’s social hub, for a drink and a vibe. 
9. Nightlife around the ballpark. After the game, make your way to Penn’s Landing, South Philly, or other cool areas that are a quick Uber from the ballpark.
10. See the sunset. If you go to a night game this summer, you will see the sun set over left field as the sunny day makes way for a nice summer night.
    
    
    
    
    

Here are some of the best games to go to this summer:

• July 1st or 3rd: St. Louis Cardinals at Phillies  (Fireworks Night) 
• July 24th: Chicago Cubs at Phillies (Zach Wheeler jersey giveaway)
• July 26th: Atlanta Braves at Phillies (Tote Bag Giveaway)
• Aug 19th: New York Mets at Phillies (I Love the 90s Postgame Concert)
• Aug 20th: New York Mets at Phillies (Hat Day) 
• Aug 28th: Pittsburgh Pirates at Phillies (J.T Realmuto Cooler Bag Giveaway)
• Sept. 21st: Toronto Blue Jays (Hatfield Phillies Franks Dollar Dog Night) 
• Sept. 24th or 25th: Atlanta Braves at Phillies

Philly on a Budget

There’s a ton to do in Philly, that’s no secret. Having a fun day downtown without spending any money though, that’s a challenge. Well, I’m here to help. Below are some great ways to enjoy Philadelphia without spending a dime.

If you want to spend a relaxing day downtown, head to some of Philly’s parks and piers. Make your way down to Spruce Street Harbor Park, find a hammock and enjoy the breeze off the water. Take a stroll in Rail Park or Valley Forge National Historical park and enjoy the fresh air and abounding greenery. You can even meander your way to Rittenhouse Square Park with nothing more than a blanket and a good book. There are many more relaxing, public areas in the city including Cherry Street Pier, Bardascino Park, John F. Collins Park, and Race Street Pier.

I am sure you have seen some of Philly’s iconic murals, but did you know that there are nearly 4,000 pieces of public art in the city? Mural Arts Philadelphia (MAP) created a digital public arts map that makes it easy to plan out a self-guided tour of these public art pieces. This is a great way to check out different neighborhoods, get a feel for the city and connect deeper with the culture of Philadelphia, all without a cost of admission. 

If you’ve never done it, go and see the Liberty Bell. One of the most iconic symbols for the city of Philadelphia, the Liberty Bell is a must-see for any Philadelphia resident and is completely free. The museum grants access on a first-come, first-serve basis from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day. It's a quick, free trip that will leave you feeling a little more connected to the history of the nation's first capital. And while you’re down in the historic district, take a stroll down America’s oldest continuously inhabited street, Elfreth’s Alley. There are many other historic sites to check out like The President’s House, Carpenter’s Hall, and Independence National Historic Park, to name a few. 

If your thirst for science is so great that a graduate degree in health sciences can’t even quench it, then you should visit a few of Philadelphia’s free science attractions this summer. The Franklin Institute offers highly interactive exhibits that are truly fun for the whole family. They have free admissions from 5 to 8 p.m. on community nights. The first hospital in the United States, The Pennsylvania Hospital has a 13,000-volume library, the nation's oldest surgical amphitheater, herb gardens, and more all for free. The Science History Institute and the Wagner Free Institute of Science both also have free admission and are worth a visit. 

The student schedule and budget can be very restricting so I hope that this will give you some ideas for free, fun things to do in your limited free time.