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Historic Germantown and Germantown United CDC Launch Second Saturday: G-Town Gatherings Event Series

June 13 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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GERMANTOWN, PHILADELPHIA — Historic Germantown, in partnership with Germantown United CDC, is launching Second Saturday: G-Town Gatherings—a vibrant series of pop-up events hosted in some of Germantown’s most unique and historic spaces. Running monthly from May through October, these gatherings will transform the neighborhood’s green spaces and cultural sites into lively hubs of music, food, and local commerce.

 

The inaugural event is set for Saturday, May 9th, in Vernon Park, running from 12–4pm. The day will begin at 11am with a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Germantown Bell outside Coleman Library, in partnership with Philadelphia250.

Each Second Saturday event runs from 12-4pm and will feature:

  • Live music from local performers
  • A rotating lineup of small business vendors
  • Food trucks offering a variety of cuisines
  • Free, family-friendly activities in welcoming outdoor settings

 

Featured Vendors for the May 9th Kick-Off Event: The first event will proudly host many exciting local businesses, food trucks, and artists! Guests can enjoy a diverse food court featuring Liege waffles, fusion tacos, and gourmet BBQ alongside a curated market of jewelry, upcycled fashion, and handmade crochet accessories. The lineup highlights holistic wellness through herbal rituals and skincare services, complemented by live caricatures, tarot readings, and local art. From a mobile bookshop featuring diverse authors to innovative family tools and spiritual essentials, this event offers a vibrant mix of community-rooted art, healing, and flavor.

Upcoming Second Saturday Dates:

The series continues on the second Saturday of each month through the fall at different historic locations throughout Germantown!

  • June 13 at Market Square
  • July 11 at Wyck
  • August 8 at Johnson House
  • September 12 at Grumblethorpe
  • October 10 at Hood Cemetery

 

These events are free and open to the public, designed to bring neighbors together, celebrate Germantown’s rich history, and support the local business community.

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