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  • January 2026

  • Thu 1

    Realign & Renew: Gentle Yoga and Intention-Setting for 2026 

    January 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join Monica Fauble, Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Yoga Teacher, for a gentle yoga class alongside journaling practices to help you start the new year with clear and purposeful intent. Monica will guide you through supportive yoga postures to help you sense what you might want to manifest in 2026. She will then provide guided journaling […]

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  • Wed 7
    mind and body event promotional graphic by penn medicine. shows woman carrying a yoga mat and smiling

    Mind & Mood Recharge Powered By Penn Medicine

    January 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Mind & Mood Recharge Powered By Penn Medicine
    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Unwind in the galleries with an uplifting array of health-centric happenings during the popular Penn Medicine after-hours wellness series, now in its third year. Get centered with all-levels yoga, sound bath, and meditation from local practitioners. Slow down and savor a mindful gallery exploration or spark creativity by dropping in to an artmaking session. Explore […]

  • Wed 7
    A group of multicultural people stand in a crowd, singing karaoke. They smile and share microphones

    Karaoke Every Wednesday at Bulletin Bar

    January 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Karaoke Every Wednesday at Bulletin Bar
    Gather Food Hall 3025 Market St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sing your heart out every Wednesday night at Bulletin Bar inside Gather Food Hall. Hosted by In the Mix Bar Scene, this weekly karaoke night runs from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and brings big energy, crowd favorites, and an open mic for anyone ready to grab it.

  • Wed 7
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    Spirituality on Tap

    January 7 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Spirituality on Tap
    Dahlak Paradise 4708 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Calvary Church hosts Spirituality on Tap, an informal monthly gathering to discuss - not debate - questions related to spirituality, theology, religion, etc. While SOT is not explicitly an interfaith group, and some discussions may be specific to a Christian context, all faith and religious/non-religious backgrounds and identities are welcome. Drinks and food optional, and […]

  • Fri 9
    A black and white image of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

     MLK Day – Youth Celebration of Legacy & Dreams

    January 9 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Join the Kinnect Collective for a joyful and engaging MLK Day youth event that honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through storytelling, creativity, and reflection. Children will explore Dr. King’s life, celebrate the power of community, and imagine their own dreams for the future. This interactive program features a read-aloud, hands-on crafts, […]

  • Sat 10
    An adult and two children participate in a plant workshop at bartrams garden. They smile as they pick up various kinds of pine

    Seed Cleaning Volunteer Day

    January 10 @ 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Help prepare Bartram's Garden for spring by pitching in on a relaxed, hands-on seed cleaning day. Volunteers will learn traditional techniques like hand-threshing and winnowing, then help pack cleaned seeds for future planting and sale in the Welcome Center. This family-friendly activity is usually done seated at a table, making it a calm, social way to support […]

  • Sat 10

    Gather Food Hall x Soup.PHL Bring Host Music, Vendors, and Creative Community

    January 10 @ 6:00 pm - January 11 @ 2:00 am
    Gather Food Hall 3025 Market St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Looking for a high-energy, community-driven night out? Head to Gather Food Hall for a free, all-night celebration of music, creativity, food, and connection on Saturday, January 10 from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM. In partnership with Soup.PHL, a creative Philly Collective, the event will transform Gather Food Hall into a late-night hub of live entertainment, […]

  • Tue 13

    Improvised Musical Theater Workshop Series

    January 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    The Arts League 4226 Spruce St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    Improvised Musical Theater Workshop Series (for ages 18-180!)Tuesdays Jan 13- Feb 17, 20266-7:30 pm @ The Arts League, 4226 Spruce Street, West PhillyClass Show: Sun, Feb 22 at 11 am Learn to love the spontaneous, the unplanned, and the surprising as we improvise entire musicals from scratch! Through improv exercises and songful games, we’ll create […]

  • Fri 16
    Jezabel Careaga standing inside her namesake Argentinian restaurant at 206 S. 45th Street

    Empanada Masterclass & Happy Hour

    January 16 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Jezabel's 206-208 S 45th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Join Jezabel's Cafe (206-208 S 45th St.) for a hands-on empanada-making experience inspired by the flavors of Northwest Argentina. Guided by the chef, guests will learn to make empanadas from scratch, then enjoy their creations alongside Argentine-inspired happy hour tapas in a candlelit setting. All ingredients and equipment are provided. BYOB, with free street parking available nearby!

  • Sat 17

    Spoon: Outwest & Swags Cappuccino

    January 17 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    5127 Walnut Street 5127 Walnut Street, philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    SPOON is a cozy, ticketed night out on Saturday, January 17 from 5 to 8 pm at 5127 Walnut Street, presented by Out West and Swags Cappuccino. Expect affogatos, matcha floats, house-made pastries, and small bites, plus ice cream by Cuzzy’s and food from Down North Pizza. Come for the sweet sips and soft scoops, […]

  • Mon 19
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    BOGO at Insomnia Cookies

    January 19 @ 9:00 am - January 22 @ 1:00 am
    Insomnia Cookies 3417 Spruce St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sweeten your weekend plans. Stop by Insomnia Cookies (3417 Spruce St.) on January 19 for buy one, get one free brownies, brookies, and blondies. Consider this your sign to grab dessert twice!

  • Mon 19
    Malcolm X Park on a sunny day. The park has a playground surrounded by trees

    MLK JR Day of Service at Malcolm X Park

    January 19 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Malcolm X Park 5100 Pine St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join UCGreen for a Day of Service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as we come together to care for our community and environment. This volunteer day is rooted in Dr. King’s call to action—transforming remembrance into meaningful service. This is an opportunity to serve together, learn together, and strengthen community through collective […]

  • Tue 20
    A studio headshot image of director Spike Lee. H e wears his signature director cap and round glasses while smiling at the camera

    25th MLK Jr. Social Justice Lecture & Award (SOLD OUT)

    January 20 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
    Zellerbach Theatre 3680 Walnut St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Join us as we honor the legendary director Spike Lee The MLK Jr. Social Justice Lecture & Award celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. King, featuring a speaker of African descent who is distinguished for social justice advocacy. This year we will be honoring the legendary director Spike Lee who will be in conversation with Heather […]

  • Fri 23
    A person lies on a yoga mat, with their eyes closed.

    Rest & Restore: Winter Restorative Yoga Workshop

    January 23 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join Monica Fauble, Licensed Acupuncturist and Certified Yoga Teacher, for a special seasonal alignment restorative yoga session. Restorative yoga is a style of yoga that encourages rest and relaxation. Using props to minimize tension in the body, we will invite greater ease in the spirit and the nervous system.In this special seasonal alignment workshop, we […]

  • Sat 24
    Volunteers sanding in front of a truck full of sticks, trees, and trash they collected during a volunteer day at the Woodlands Cemetery

    Volunteer Site Work Day

    January 24 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    The Woodlands Cemetery & Mansion 4000 Woodland Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    The Woodlands Cemetery is taking the opportunity to give the grounds a much-needed winter spruce-up. Join us on Saturday, January 24th for a volunteer clean-up session, and read on for what you can do at The Woodlands to keep the grounds beautiful, whenever you may be visiting. What they’ll be doing: Collecting fallen sticks and […]

  • Mon 26
    Exterior image of Cornerstone bed & breakfast

    Fantasy Reader’s Retreat at Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast

    January 26 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast 3300 Baring St,, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    The Fantasy Reader’s Retreat is a cozy weekend escape for fantasy lovers, hosted February 20–22, 2026 at the Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast in Philadelphia. Guests will enjoy comfortable shared or private rooms, decadent breakfasts, and plenty of time to relax, read, and explore the city. The weekend includes tarot readings, book-themed crafts, trivia, fireside author […]

  • Mon 26

    Young Artist Summer Camp: Made to Wear, Made with Care: Functional & Wearable Art

    January 26 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    The Arts League 4226 Spruce St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    Our youngest designers create simple jewelry, paint on fabric, and craft wearable items such as crowns, capes, and accessories. They'll explore color, pattern, and personal style while learning that art isn't just for walls; it can be worn, shared, and carried with you wherever you go. Blooms (3rd-5th): Wear Your Art Middle-level artists learn beading […]

  • Mon 26
    Exterior shot of the Rotunda in West Philadelphia

    The Orator: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    January 26 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    The Rotunda 4014 Walnut St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    University of Pennsylvania African American Resource Center presents The Orator: Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Orator is a true story, highlighting the journeyof K Rose, a gifted child orator, growing up in the city of Philadelphia underthe influence and tutelage of her mother. While her home life shaped heroratorical gift, […]

  • Tue 27

    A World in the Making: The Shakers at the ICA

    January 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Institue of Contemporary Art 118 S 36th St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join the ICA on Friday, January 30th, as we celebrate the opening of A World in the Making: The Shakers. Don’t miss this special opportunity to explore our new exhibition alongside artists, curators, and other ICA community members. The evening will feature live music and light refreshments throughout, with an opening set by Hudson Rivers, […]

  • Wed 28
    A group yoga class at Studio 34

    Beginner Yoga at Studio 34

    January 28 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Studio 34 4522 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    This welcoming yoga class at Studio 34 offers a thoughtful introduction to the practice, perfect for beginners or anyone looking to reconnect with the fundamentals. The slower, more intentional pace focuses on clear, safe alignment in foundational poses, creating space to build confidence and body awareness. Expect a supportive, low-pressure environment where you can learn, […]

  • Wed 28
    Community members participate in a Garden Court Association community mtg

    Garden Court Community Association: Community Meeting

    January 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Global Leadership Academy Southwest 5200 Pine St., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Community members are invited to provide feedback on the 52nd Street Commercial Corridor Improvement Project as the city continues working on the conceptual design. Launched in 2024, the project aims to bring improvements to the portion of the street between Arch and Pine, which would make the corridor “safer, cleaner and greener” for all. The […]

  • Fri 30
    Promotional graphic for "The Shakers" at the ICA

    A World in the Making: The Shakers: Opening Celebration

    January 30 @ 7:00 pm
    Institue of Contemporary Art 118 S 36th St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join the ICA on Friday, January 30th, as we celebrate the opening of A World in the Making: The Shakers. Don’t miss this special opportunity to explore our new exhibition alongside artists, curators, and other ICA community members. Light refreshments will be provided. A World in the Making: The Shakers explores the design legacy of […]

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