PHILADELPHIA PA – Philadelphia is expected to announce details at a news conference Tuesday afternoon to allow for events to be held once again within the city limits. The announcement is expected to lay out a plan which will allow for permits to be granted once again with-in the city limits for large-scale events, such as concerts, festivals, and parades.

 

The announcement comes after Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf announced that beginning April 4, indoor restaurants and bar seating rules will increase to 75% capacity. However, according to the governor's administration, social distancing and mask-wearing will still be in place.

According to a spokesperson for the health department, Philadelphia has separate restrictions. The city will review the changes and whether the city will lift restrictions to match the state guidelines.