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  • September 2025

  • Fri 5
    Two people smiling while standing outside of a new business during a grand opening
    September 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Wonder Food Hall Grand Opening

    Wonder Food Hall 3925 Walnut Street, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Wonder Food Hall, the popular chain that partners with award-winning restaurant partners, is opening its doors in University City at 3925 Walnut Street! On Thursday, September 4, community members are invited to a grand opening to celebrate the variety of restaurant concepts coming together under one roof. RSVP

  • Fri 5
    Promotional graphic for "Purpose" exhibit
    September 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Indications: Teresa Cervantes

    Marvin Samson Museum for Pharmacy History at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy 601 South 43rd St., Philadelphia, Pa

    Please join Saint Joseph's University for the opening reception of Indications: Teresa Cervantes at The Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy. The event will take place on Friday, September 5th from 5 - 7:30 p.m. at Griffith Hall (first floor, 601 South 43rd St.) on Saint Joseph University’s West Philadelphia campus. Free and […]

  • Fri 5
    Promotional graphic for "Purpose" exhibit
    September 5 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Indications: Teresa Cervantes Opening Receptions

    Marvin Samson Museum for Pharmacy History at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy 601 South 43rd St., Philadelphia, Pa

    Please join Saint Joseph's University for the opening reception of Indications: Teresa Cervantes at The Marvin Samson Museum for the History of Pharmacy. The event will take place on Friday, September 5th from 5 - 7:30 p.m. at Griffith Hall (first floor, 601 South 43rd St.) on Saint Joseph University’s West Philadelphia campus. Free and […]

  • Sat 6
    Promotional graphic for baltimore ave food tour
    September 6 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Baltimore Ave Food and History Tour

    Discover the flavors and stories of West Philadelphia on the Baltimore Avenue Food and History Tour! This walker-friendly tour takes you on a journey through the neighborhood, sampling dishes from a variety of international cuisines while learning about the rich history of the area.E-mail shegg910@gmail.com to participate.

  • Sat 6
    September 6 @ 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Jamie Gauthier’s Fall Fest

    Baltimore Ave. Food and History Tour

    4239 Baltimore Ave

    Discover the flavors and stories of West Philadelphia on the Baltimore Avenue Food and History Tour! This walker-friendly tour takes you on a journey through the neighborhood, sampling dishes from a variety of international cuisines while learning about the rich history of the area. Guided by Joe Becton and Gigi McGraw, who bring a combined […]

  • Sun 7
    Flyer invitation to Fall Fest by the Office of Jamie Gauthier
    September 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Jamie Gauthier’s Fall Fest

    Jamie Gauthier’s Fall Fest

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Fall Fest is the annual fundraising event hosted every year to bring the community together in celebration of the year’s accomplishments and to look ahead to the work still to come. Attendees can enjoy food, drinks, and music, all while supporting important initiatives. Tickets are available now, and contributions help ensure participation in the event. […]

  • Sat 13
    Promotional image for Philly Bike Action, featuring 47th st on a sunny day
    September 13 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

    47th St Bike Lane Celebration – Tour de Bike Lane

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join Philly Bike Action to celebrate the new 47th Street Bike Lane in West Philly with a bike ride tour around the neighborhood! They will be joined by council member Jamie Gauthier and start/end at Clark Park. They plan to meet at 9am, and roll at 9:20am. Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52581229 (4 miles on 48th, 47th, Walnut, and Chestnut […]

  • Sat 13
    Root 2 Fruit Promotional graphic
    September 13 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Root 2 Fruit Festival

    cira green 129 S 30th St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Root 2 Fruit is the annual festival put on by Tyra "Crux" Jones-Blain and Stonez the Organic of Forbidden Fruit. This FREE, one-day fest will nurture mind & body with creative energy, with wellness sessions, live performances, free massages, vendors & raffle giveaways, immersive stations, a Digital art gallery + more!

  • Mon 15
    Promotional image of Philly Track Jawn
    September 15 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Marathon Monday with Philly Track Jawn

    Two Locals Brewing 3675 Market Street Suite 100, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    🚀 PTJ Marathon Monday 🚀Come through om Monday, September 15th at 6pm as Philly Track Jawn kicks off Marathon Mondays at Two Locals Brewing in West Philly (37th and Market).Because they know that not everybody is out here training for a marathon, they've got options to get y’all out the crib and moving:- 2K Jog […]

  • Wed 17
    LA21 Open Office Hours promotional graphic
    September 17 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

    LA21’s Open Office Hours

    LA21 (Lancaster Avenue 21st Century Business Association, CDC) 3500 Lancaster Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Join LA21 and local entrepreneurs at the monthly Open Office Hours. Event is in-person at LA21's location, 3500 Lancaster Avenue, 2nd floor. B2B networking, light bites, giveaways. Speaker at the event will be Robin Miles from Philly VIP. Learn about the legal resources and legal workshops provided for the small businesses in the Philadelphia region. […]

  • Wed 17
    Promotional Graphic for University City MIX
    September 17 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    University City MIX: Networking Happy Hour

    University City AKA's level28 Level 28 2929 Walnut Street, philadelphia, pa

    Join University City District for an exclusive opportunity to enjoy AKA University City's Level28 Club (2929 Walnut Street) for networking and drinks! Guests will arrive at the lobby and be directed to the 28th floor to enjoy complimentary Keystone Lemonade cocktails courtesy of Union Forge Vodka and pay-as-you-go beer, wine, and other drinks all evening long.

  • Sat 20
    Traditional japanese sashiko mending done with white string on indigo fabric
    September 20 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    West Philly Skill Share: Sashiko Mending

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Come learn the Japanese art of mending with Sarah Tremain, a local textile artist and seamstress. Sarah Culbertson, founder of sustainable fashion brand Sarah Tremain, transforms mending into a practice of healing, creativity, and community care. Take home a free sewing kit, while supplies last. No prior experience necessary.

  • Sun 21
    Image of the exterior of a historic West Philadelphia home
    September 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    Garden Court Walking Tour: Presented by The Philadelphia Chapter of the Society of Architectural Historians

    Preservation Alliance Executive Director Paul Steinke will lead a walking tour of his former neighborhood! The brainchild of developer Clarence Siegel, Garden Court took shape in the 1920s, occupying in a tiny sliver of undeveloped land in the midst of West Philadelphia’s older streetcar suburbs. A planned community of detached, semi-detached and row homes rose […]

  • Fri 26
    Promotional graphic with pink background and red text
    September 26 @ 8:00 am - September 29 @ 5:00 pm

    2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Penn Alexander School 4300 locust, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    🌸 Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration! 🌸 All are welcome on September 26–28, 2025 at Penn Alexander School, University City, Philadelphia for three days of joy, heritage, and community spirit. 🎉 ✨ Experience the vibrance of Bengal through: 🎶 Traditional music & dance 📖 Storytelling & art 🍲 Community cuisine 🌍 […]

  • Fri 26
    Abstract image of an archaeological site. Features yellow geometric shapes
    September 26 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Kolb Senior Scholars Colloquium at the Penn Museum

    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Archaeological science forms the core of any research into ancient societies. This colloquium commemorates the institution of the CAAM curriculum and research facilities—focusing on ceramic analysis, archaeobotany, archaeometallurgy, zooarchaeology, and digital archaeology—and its achievements over the last ten years. Looking both within and outside the Museum, we’ll examine how laboratory-based analysis opens exciting new vistas […]

  • Fri 26
    Promotional graphic for uCity Sq Block Party
    September 26 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    uCity Square Block Party

    The uCity Square Beer Garden at The Lawn 37th and Cuthbert, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Come celebrate new and old friends at our community block party! Featuring local food, music, games, and activities for the whole family. Kids sessions from 2pm-5pm, family and adult fun and games from 5pm-8pm. Activities include: 10-Minute Chair Massage with Reset Bar Massage & Wellness Chair massages provided by licensed massage therapists available to attendees that […]

  • Fri 26
    Promotional graphic with pink background and red text
    September 26 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    Durga Puja 2025: Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Penn Alexander School 4300 locust, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration Durga Puja! The centerpiece of their celebration is a cultural practice that has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, celebrating the values of creativity, unity, and resilience that define the Bengali identity. This event showcases traditional music, dance, storytelling, community […]

  • Fri 26
    People sitting on the front step of a row home smiling. Many of the people wear traditional clothing and are celebrating the annual Bengali Cultural Celebation
    September 26 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Penn Alexander School 4300 locust, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration Durga Puja! The centerpiece of our celebration is a cultural practice that has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, celebrating the values of creativity, unity, and resilience that define the Bengali identity. This event showcases traditional music, dance, storytelling, community […]

  • Fri 26
    Promotional graphic for Karaoke in the Cemetery
    September 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    A Night of Grief Karaoke

    The Woodlands Cemetery & Mansion 4000 Woodland Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Karaoke in the Cemetery invites everyone to gather in the cemetery to sing, listen, dance, or make a raucous or emotional mess together, shattering cultural expectations that grief should be kept silent. This event is hosted by The Woodlands, artist Leigh Davis, and Past Present Projects. Pre-registration required. You do not need to sing to […]

  • Sat 27
    People sitting on the front step of a row home smiling. Many of the people wear traditional clothing and are celebrating the annual Bengali Cultural Celebation
    September 27 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 pm Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Penn Alexander School 4300 locust, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration Durga Puja! The centerpiece of our celebration is a cultural practice that has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, celebrating the values of creativity, unity, and resilience that define the Bengali identity. This event showcases traditional music, dance, storytelling, community […]

  • Sat 27
    A group of people talking and socializing in a large, airy greenhouse
    September 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    POP Learning Orchard: Open Orchard Hours

    The Woodlands Cemetery & Mansion 4000 Woodland Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Everyone is welcome to come out to the Woodlands to explore the POP Learning Orchard! The orchard will be open to visitors from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM and we invite you to come see what’s growing. Take a self-guided tour and try our Tree Finder Map to learn more about the specific tree varieties. […]

  • Sat 27
    September 27 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    Last Day of Pentridge Season 2025

    Pentridge Station 5110-5120 Pentridge S, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Celebrate the closing day of Pentridge Station’s 2025 season! Join them one last time this year for good food, drinks, and community in our garden space. It’s a chance to soak up the summer atmosphere, connect with neighbors, and toast to another memorable season at Pentridge.

  • Sun 28
    People sitting on the front step of a row home smiling. Many of the people wear traditional clothing and are celebrating the annual Bengali Cultural Celebation
    September 28 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 pm Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Durga Puja 2025: 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration

    Penn Alexander School 4300 locust, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Sharanya Inc. presents the 2nd Annual Bengali Cultural Celebration Durga Puja! The centerpiece of our celebration is a cultural practice that has been officially recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, celebrating the values of creativity, unity, and resilience that define the Bengali identity. This event showcases traditional music, dance, storytelling, community […]

  • Mon 29
    Headshot of author Alyssa Reynoso-Morris. She sits at a tble with arms crossed, wearing a colorful flowery shirt and smiling
    September 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    How to Write and Publish Picture Books

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Join Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, author of Plátanos Are Love, for an interactive workshop on how to write and publish picture books. Discussion topics include pathways to becoming an author, creativity, publishing, and finding an agent. This program is meant for adults and teenagers. Alyssa Reynoso-Morris is a queer Afro-Latine/x Dominican and Puerto Rican award-winning storyteller, author, […]

  • Tue 30
    September 30 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Adjunctions Networking Happy Hour

    Adjunctions, the platform dedicated to connecting and supporting adjunct and non-tenured faculty, is hosting a happy hour to celebrate and connect educators. Attendees can register for the platform on-site to receive a free drink ticket and appetizers, while meeting peers and building connections within the adjunct community.

  • October 2025

  • Wed 1
    A group of four undergraduate student curators study a Lapis Lazuli rock, shaped into an axe-head
    October 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Into the Blue Exhibit at Penn Museum – on view through spring 2026

    Into the Blue Exhibit at Penn Museum – on view through spring 2026

    Penn Museum 3260 South St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    A new exhibition curated by undergraduate students from the University of Pennsylvania explores the deep human history associated with a popular hue that has stood the test of time—Into the Blue: The Pursuit of a Color opens Saturday, March 29, 2025 at the Penn Museum. Unlike today, blue was not easy to produce nor acquire in the ancient past. The relentless […]

  • Wed 1
    Exterior of Dahlak paradise
    October 1 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Spirituality on Tap

    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 […]

  • Sat 4
    Volunteers help remove the flooring at the Walnut Hill Playground
    October 4 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Volunteer Day at Walnut Hill Community Playground

    Walnut Hill Community Playground 4700 Sansom Street, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    We are excited to invite community members to a volunteer day at the Walnut Hill Playground! These efforts will kick off phase 2 of the playground renovations.  After installing a new retaining wall with seating, we hope you'll join us to install plants in the garden bed, so that next spring the space is alive […]

  • Sat 4
    Group of people sitting around a workshop table
    October 4 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Repair Fair at West Philly Tool Library

    West Philly Tool Library 1314 S 47th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Welcome to our repair fair at WPTL! Bring one item that need to be repaired. This item should be a handheld power tool or small appliance. We have limited experience/equipment to handle lithium batteries or gasoline/combustion engines, so we don't recommend bringing those items in. Get hands on as a pro helps YOU diagnose and […]

  • Sat 4
    West Philly Artist Yard Sale
    October 4 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    West Philly Artist Yard Sale

    Black Hound Clay West 715 S 50th St, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    The West Philly Artist Yard Sale is back! Join Black Hound Clay West on Saturday October 4 from 12-4 for the best art yard sale out there! supplies, discounted art, handmade items and other weird stuff 🏷️ More deets to come!

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    All Means All Anniversary Benefit Concert: Songs of Justice & Inclusion

    Calvary United Methodist Church 801 S. 48th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    In celebration of its 130th anniversary (and 40th as a Reconciling Congregation, publicly committed to the full inclusion of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities), Calvary Church is hosting a special benefit concert featuring renowned musician and composer, Mark Miller, and a community choir! The concert is free, but donations are encouraged (whether you […]

  • Sat 4
    Graphic listing dates for a number of West Philly Skill Share events
    October 4 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    West Philly Skill Share: Paper Cutting

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    Come learn the art of paper cutting with Erik Ruin! Erik Ruin is a Michigan-raised, Philadelphia-based printmaker, shadow puppeteer, paper-cut artist, etc., who has been lauded by the New York Times for his "spell-binding cut-paper animations."

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    HMS School Fourth Annual Community Day

    HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy 4400 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    All are welcome to the HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy for the Fourth Annual HMS Community Day at its campus at 4400 Baltimore Ave! This free community event is celebrating World Cerebral Palsy Day and HMS’s 143 years of exceptional service in specialized education supporting children and young adults with cerebral palsy and […]

  • Tue 7
    Traditional matcha bowl with matcha in it
    October 7 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

    Make Your Own Matcha Bowl (chawan) at West Philly Tool Library

    West Philly Tool Library 1314 S 47th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    In this class, we'll be making matcha bowls, also known as chawans, which are the traditional ceramic bowls used for making and drinking matcha. Each student will learn about the different sizes, shapes, and aesthetics of traditional matcha bowls and then build their own! This class is open to all levels of clay, and is […]

  • Thu 9
    A trail on a fall afternoon , with red leaves on the ground
    October 9 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group at Bartrams Garden

    WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group at Bartrams Garden

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday […]

  • Sat 11
    Interior of a greenroom while a person tends to the plants
    October 11 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

    Horticulture Volunteer Day at Bartram’s Garden

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, invasive species removal, and support greenhouse maintenance. Registered volunteers will meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is […]

  • Sun 12
    October 12 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Fall Flea Market

    St. Ignatius School Hall 617 N. 43rd St., Philadelphia, Pa

    Fall Flea Market, food, vendors, shopping! All are welcome!

  • Sun 12
    Indigenous People's Day Celebration
    October 12 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Indigenous People’s Day Celebration

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Celebrating Indigenous culture, history, and resilience with co-host Ollin Yoliztli Calmecac. Enjoy live performances, vendors, workshops, and more. More details TBA.

  • Tue 14
    Two women smiling, holding pumpkins at the 40th St Trolley Portal
    October 14 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Trolley Portal Pumpkin Patch

    40th St Trolley Portal Trolley Portal Gardens at 40th and Baltimore, Philadelphia

    University City District is hosting a laid back, family-friendly fall event at Trolley Portal Gardens (40th and Baltimore) on Thursday, October 16th from 4 to 6 PM. Come by and get a free pumpkin (while supplies last), enjoy a family-friendly performance by local musical duo Ants on a Log, make slime and meet the Slime Monster with our friends from NOMASTER, and enjoy free refreshments from Renata's […]

  • Thu 16
    Parent Cafe promotional image
    October 16 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

    Parent Café: Building a Circle of Safety: Home, School, and Community

    Samuel Gompers Elementary School 5701 Wynnefield Ave., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    A parent café is a place where parents of all types can gather and share their stories, their experiences, their worries, their fears, their wisdom, and find community and strength together. ... Parent cafés also provide an opportunity for you to help connect parents to resources to help solve problems they might face.

  • Thu 16
    A trail on a fall afternoon , with red leaves on the ground
    October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group at Bartrams Garden

    WeWalk PHL Thursday Walking Group at Bartrams Garden

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Come out for a walk in the park! Join neighbors for a free, easy 1-hour walk on the Bartram’s Mile Trail with a group. Come every week or just when you can! All walks will be led by a trained We Walk group leader from the community and will meet at the Welcome Center. Thursday […]

  • Fri 17
    Images of ceramic mugs on a table
    October 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Handbuilding Mugs Workshop – Date Night @ West Philly Tool Library

    Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library

    In this class, we'll be making mugs, perfect for coffee, tea, soup, or anything really! Choose to make a larger soup mug or a set of two mugs. This class is open to all levels of clay, and is super approachable for beginners. I hope to see you at class!  Each ticket is for (1) […]

    $100
  • Sat 18
    Image of traditional cider in a glass jar
    October 18 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

    SWWAG Workshop: Fire Cider Making at Bartram’s Garden

    Bartram's Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Learn about the history of this medicinal cider and its health benefits, as well as how to prepare and store it. This workshop takes place at Mill Creek Farm (4901 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19139) Register Here Formalized in 2018, SWWAG represents a coalition of local farmers and growers, led collaboratively by the Urban Tree Connection, the […]

  • Sat 18
    Homemade bookcase
    October 18 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Build your own Bookcase at West Philly Tool Library

    West Philly Tool Library 1314 S 47th St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to design and build your own custom wooden bookshelf using basic woodworking tools and techniques. Perfect for beginners and intermediate DIYers alike, this workshop covers measuring and cutting lumber, drilling, assembly, sanding, and finishing. Participants will leave with a sturdy, functional bookshelf and the skills to tackle future […]

    $70
  • Sat 18
    Promotional graphic for parktober in Clark Park
    October 18 @ 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Parktober at Clark Park

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Ave, PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

    Mark your calendars! Parktoberfest is happening Saturday, October 18, from 2–8 PM at Clark Park. A family-friendly fundraiser with live music from local bands, craft beers from neighborhood breweries, and the best company—our amazing community. 🌳✨ Want to support or donate? Visit short-url.org/1b2SZ

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