This year, Pennsylvania takes center stage for several of the nation’s most high-profile sporting and cultural events — including the FIFA World Cup 26™, MLB All-Star Game, and America250PA ― bringing world-class moments to cities and towns across the Commonwealth. These events will also bring millions of visitors to Pennsylvania.

This web page features helpful region- and event-specific resources, along with event maps dedicated to monitoring traffic conditions on primary travel routes to each event.

Fifa World Cup
FIFA World Cup
(Philadelphia Stadium)

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Fifa Fan Festival
FIFA Fan Festival
(Lemon Hill)

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As the heart of the FIFA World Cup experience for visitors and residents alike, Fan Festival will be free and open to the public. On match day, fans can expect watch parties, food and beverage offerings, world-class entertainment, and unforgettable activations, while non-match days will offer ticketed concert experiences.
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Philly 250 Celebration
(Benjamin Franklin Parkway)

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Philadelphia250, a program of the Philadelphia Visitor Center, is leading the charge to celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday — right here in the birthplace of independence!
MLB All-Star Game
MLB All-Star Game
(Citizens Bank Park)
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FIFA World Cup – Travel Tips

FIFA World Cup - Travel Tips
Suggested Directions
How are you traveling to the event? Driving Transit
From the North
  • Take I-95 South towards Philadelphia.
  • Exit at Broad Street / Pattison Avenue (Exit 17).
  • Use nearby parking lots; parking passes must be purchased in advance. 
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to Suburban Station and transfer to B Line (Broad Street Subway) Southbound to NRG Station.
From the East
  • Use Walt Whitman Bridge or Ben Franklin Bridge approach.
  • Merge to I-95 South, then exit at Broad Street / Pattison Avenue (Exit 17).
  • Avoid local streets near stadium due to congestion on event days 
  • Take PATCO Speedline to 12th/13th and Locust, then transfer to Broad Street Line Southbound to NRG Station.
From the South
  • Take I-95 North towards Philadelphia. Exit at Broad Street / Pattison Avenue (Exit 17).
  • Use stadium parking, parking passes must be purchased in advance 
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to Suburban Station and transfer to B Line (Broad Street Subway) Southbound to NRG Station.
From the West
  • Take I-76 East (Schuylkill Expressway), continue towards the Sports Complex and use Broad St - Sports Complex / Exit 349.  
  • Take I-476 South and I-95 North towards Philadelphia. Exit at Broad Street / Pattison Avenue (Exit 17).  
  • Use stadium parking, parking passes must be purchased in advance.
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to Suburban Station and transfer to B Line (Broad Street Subway) Southbound to NRG Station.
From Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Take I-95 North from the airport, exit at Broad Street / Pattison Avenue (Exit 17).
  • Use stadium parking (parking passes must be purchased in advance).  
  • Take SEPTA Airport Line to Suburban Station, then transfer to B Line (Broad Street Line) southbound to NRG Station.
From Amtrak N/A
  • Arrive at Philadelphia 30th Street Station, a major hub with strong transit connections.
  • There are multiple ways to connect to the Broad Street Line (for service to NRG Station):
    • SEPTA Regional Rail: Take Regional Rail from 30th Street Station to Suburban Station (free with same-day Amtrak ticket). Present your ticket at the faregate and to the conductor for verification.
    • Market-Frankford Line: Board at Drexel Station (30th St) and travel to 15th St / City Hall, then transfer to the Broad Street Line.
    • SEPTA Bus Route 31: Runs along Market Street from 30th St to 15th St, near City Hall.
    • Walking: Approximately a 1-mile walk along Market Street to reach Broad Street Line stations.
From Intercity Bus Facility (1001 Filbert Street) N/A
  • From Center City, walk to a nearby Broad Street Line station (e.g., Lombard-South, Pine/5th St, or City Hall station).
  • Take the B Line (Broad Street Line) southbound to NRG Station (Pattison Ave).
FIFA World Cup - Travel Tips
No matter how you’ll get there, here are some travel suggestions!
Transit
  • Use SEPTA’s Broad Street Line for the most direct subway access to the stadium (NRG Station).
  • For easier access to SEPTA routes, electronic payment is the preferred and quickest option.
  • Purchase tickets in advance to avoid lines.
  • Check schedules for game/event day service changes.
Driving
  • Parking passes must be purchased in advance.
  • Arrive early to avoid traffic congestion.
  • Avoid local streets near stadium due to congestion on event days
Rideshare / Taxi
  • Use official dropoff/pickup zones to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Consider shared rides to reduce costs and congestion.
  • Expect surge pricing during events.
  • Available at designated airport pickup points.
  • Request drop-off at Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) rideshare zones.
  • Allow extra time for airport traffic and event congestion.
Amtrak
  • Arrive at Philadelphia 30th Street Station, a major hub with good transit connections.
  • Use SEPTA B Line (Broad Street Line) southbound for direct access.
  • Plan arrival times to avoid peak event congestion.

FIFA Fan Fest – Travel Tips

FIFA Fan Fest World Cup - Travel Tips
Suggested Directions
How are you traveling to the event? Driving Transit
From the North
  • Take I-95 South toward Philadelphia.
  • Use exits toward I-676 West / Center City (Exit 22).
  • Locate parking garage in center city for parking.
  • Expect heavy congestion near park entrances and limited local access. 
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to 30th Street Station.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From the East
  • Access Center City Philadelphia via Ben Franklin Bridge  or Walt Whitman Bridge approaches. 
  • Locate parking garage in center city for parking.
  • Expect heavy congestion near park entrances and limited local access.
  • Take PATCO to 8th & Market Street Station.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From the South
  • Take I-95 North toward Philadelphia.
  • Exit toward I-676 West / Center City (Exit 22).
  • Locate parking garage in center city for parking.
  • Expect heavy congestion near park entrances and limited local access. 
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to 30th Street Station.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From the West
  • Take I-76 East (Schuylkill Expressway) into Philadelphia.
  • Exit toward Benjamin Franklin Parkway / Art Museum area.
  • Locate parking garage in center city for parking.
  • Expect heavy congestion near park entrances and limited local access.  
  • Take SEPTA Regional Rail to 30th Street Station.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • Take I-95 North toward Philadelphia.
  • Exit toward I-676 West / Center City (Exit 22).
  • Locate parking garage in center city for parking.
  • Expect heavy congestion near park entrances and limited local access.  
  • Take the SEPTA Airport Line to 30th Street Station.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From Amtrak N/A
  • Arrive at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia’s main transit hub.
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
From Intercity Bus Facility (1001 Filbert Street) N/A
  • From Center City, use shuttle bus to Lemon Hill fanfest area.
FIFA Fan Festival - Travel Tips
No matter how you’ll get there, here are some travel suggestions!
Transit
  • Use SEPTA Regional Rail and bus connections or rideshare for access to Fairmount Park.
  • For easier access to SEPTA routes, electronic payment is the preferred and quickest option.
  • Expect additional walking or short last-mile connections into Lemon Hill.
Driving
  • Access to Lemon Hill is limited during events, follow posted detours and signage.
  • Locate available paid parking decks and utilize the bus shuttle, rideshare, or walking.
  • Use 511PA, Waze, or Google Maps for real-time traffic updates and closures.
Rideshare / Taxi
  • Use designated drop-off/pick-up areas near Lemon Hill access points.
  • Expect congestion and delays near event start/end times.
  • Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
  • Allow extra time for pickup after events due to restricted roadway access.
Shuttle Service
  • Shuttle service will operate between City Hall and Lemon Hill during event operations.
  • Expect increased passenger volumes before and after major events.
  • Arrive early to avoid delays and allow additional travel time.
  • Follow posted signage for designated boarding and drop-off locations.

Philly 250 Celebration – Travel Tips

Philly 250 Celebration - Travel Tips
No matter how you’ll get there, here are some travel suggestions!
Amtrak
  • Arrive at 30th Street Station, Philadelphia’s primary rail hub.
  • From 30th Street Station, transfer to SEPTA Regional Rail for direct access into Center City.
  • Take Regional Rail to either Jefferson Station or Suburban Station, then walk (~10–15 minutes) into the Historic District and Independence Hall or to the parkway celebrations in front of the Art Museum.
  • Expect heavy ridership and allow extra time for transfers and pedestrian traffic near the event area.
Driving
  • Major routes into Philadelphia include I-95 and I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) approaches depending on direction of travel.
  • Expect heavy congestion in and around Center City and the stadium district during event days.
  • Parking must be purchased in advance where available, on-site availability will be extremely limited.
  • Consider parking farther away and using transit or rideshare for the final leg into event areas.
  • Use navigation apps such as 511PA, Waze, or Google Maps for real-time traffic and closures.
Transit
  • Use major transit lines to reach a SEPTA Regional Rail connection point in Center City or a nearby station.
  • For easier access to SEPTA routes, electronic payment is the preferred and quickest option.
  • Disembark at Jefferson Station or Suburban Station, then walk to Independence Hall or parkway celebrations.
  • Expect high passenger volumes and plan for additional travel time before and after events.