On Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1:00 - 5:00 pm, the Elfreth’s Alley Association will hold its annual neighborhood celebration, Elfreth's Alley Day: A Neighborhood Fete. This event, which dates back to 1934 (over 90 years!), is when residents of Elfreth’s Alley open their doors to allow visitors a glimpse of 21st century life in these 18th- and 19th-century houses. Discover how generation after generation have continued to preserve, alter and add to these historic structures. This event will occur rain or shine!
At various locations along the Alley, there will be entertainment and history aplenty to enjoy as you walk by/inside the homes on the street. This year we will have musical groups, reenactors, artisan crafters, a costume corner, activities for kids, refreshments, and a cash bar.
This event is a fundraiser for the Elfreth's Alley Association, which works to preserve this historic street and tell the stories of this place through the Elfreth's Alley Museum (at houses 124 and 126) and events throughout the year. All proceeds from ticket sales goes toward supporting preservation of the Alley. Since this is a fundraiser, no ticket refunds will be provided.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How does the event work?
Only ticket holders are allowed onto the Alley during the event. Tickets can be purchased for one of two time slots. 1:00-3:00 or 3:00-5:00. Once you enter the event you can take your time and see the houses at your leisure, no one will boot you out when the time slot is over.
Do I have to see the houses in a particular order?
Not at all! Once you enter the Alley you can visit them in whatever order you want. (Pro Tip: Head to the east end of the Alley, it is usually less crowded.)
Do I have to leave at a certain time?
Nope! You can take your time once you are in. The time slots are to space out entry.
Can I buy tickets in-person at the event?
Yes, you can. You can pay cash at the entrance or use a credit card. But if you purchase your tickets ahead of time at the link above you can cruise past the purchase line and just show your QR code to gain quicker entry.
Will there be food or a bar?
Yes! We will have free lemonade and soft pretzels available for ticketholders and a full cash bar. You can also purchase a commemorative Elfreth's Alley wine mug, and sip and stroll with your beverage!
Is there parking?
There is no parking on the Alley, but steet parking is available in the neighborhood. Two local parking garages are below:
Old City Parkominium (Park America): A 24-hour covered garage easily accessible off 95 and 676. 215 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Old City Parking: 304 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Guests can also park in the garage located by the Independence Visitor Center at 6th and Market Street. The cost is a flat rate of $14 no matter how long you stay. From there, you can either walk up to Elfreth's Alley or take the Phlash bus.
To take the Phlash Bus to Elfreth's Alley:
Board at Stop 13 at the southwest corner of 6th and Market (next to La Columba).
Ride the bus for two stops and get off at Stop 15 (2nd and Market) and walk north on 2nd street to Elfreth's Alley.
Will there be a restroom?
There are no restrooms available on the Alley, but we will have a map to local restrooms in the neighborhood, and your ticket allows you to come and go throughout the entire four-hour window.
Please reach out at information@elfrethsalley.org with any questions!