Events

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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!

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, […]

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

The wait is almost over. Rise & Ritual (1439 N 52nd St) is ready to pour its first cups next weekend, January 31 to February 1, and invite you into a space made for slowing down and reconnecting. Come breathe in the herbs, sip something healing, and celebrate a brand rooted in intention, wellness, and […]

The Penn Museum (3260 South Street) welcomes the Year of the Horse with its 45th annual CultureFest! Lunar New Year, one of the longest-running cultural celebrations in the country. The daylong festival features live dance performances, storytelling, art-making, educational workshops, Tai Chi, a cultural marketplace, and a Lion Dance finale that has become a family […]

Jump into the world of homeownership with Perfect Place Real Estate and Rate's First Time Homebuyer Workshop! This in-person event is perfect if you're ready to learn the ropes and make your dream home a reality. We'll cover all the basics, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about taking that big step. Don't […]

Two Locals Brewing is closing out its anniversary week with a party this Sunday, February 1! All are welcome to join Philadelphia's first black-owned brewery to wrap up a full week of celebration! From 2 to 7 PM, expect BBQ from @meatzbymeez, DJ sets from @macwondo and @nuvoreesh, and $3 anniversary beers flowing all afternoon. […]

They first met in the late 1960s amidst the folk revival, and since then, Loudon Wainwright III and Chris Smither have each made an indelible mark on the contemporary singer-songwriter scene. With influences from folk, country, jazz and rock, Wainwright’s music is rich, candid and witty, as he “wrings more human truth out of his […]

Feeling the winter blues? Join Manzanita Philly for a cozy weekend celebrating platonic love with Sip & Shop vibes, mulled wine, and love songs on Friday and Saturday, February 13 and 14. And on Saturday from 1–4 PM, settle in for tarot readings with the Astral Botanica!

All are welcome to come out to First Friday at Plant & People, a Black-owned plant shop and café, as we launch Philly Homegrown, a new section highlighting local makers, artists, and creatives. Browse unique, locally made goods while enjoying free wine, live music, and an easygoing, community-centered atmosphere. Stop by, support local talent, and […]

Join a discussion about the remarkable career of photographer Leandre Jackson, in conversation with curator Dr. Samir Meghelli. This event is free and open to the public. From James Baldwin to Jay-Z, from Maya Angelou to Muhammad Ali, from Prince to Patti LaBelle, and from Fela Kuti to Coretta Scott King, photographer Leandre Jackson has […]

Tyshawn Sorey, MacArthur Fellow, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and professor of music at Penn, pays tribute to jazz pioneer Max Roach and his 1968 album, Members, Don't Git Weary, a recording with context embedded in one of the most pivotal cultural periods of the 20th century. For this Philadelphia premiere, Sorey’s new arrangements wink at the originals, […]

West Philly Bizarre is popping up at Jezabel’s Cafe with a cozy, cabin-fever–breaking mix of vintage, art, home goods, and handmade finds. Swing by weekends Feb 7–8 and 14–15 to shop local makers, then treat yourself to Jezabel’s empanadas and Argentinean sweets while you’re there. Consider this your Valentine’s season excuse to browse, snack, and […]

Drop by The Soapbox to print your own letterpress Valentines and spend some time making something truly by hand. During this open studio event, participants can jump in anytime to print a set of six cards using designs created by this year’s fellows—each year’s designs are completely new. Come play with ink, paper, and presses, […]

Join us at the library for a journey throughout African American history with Mlajeni Magical Theater! Local storyteller Mr. Q will host a special storytime featuring puppets, magic, and crafts.

Celebrate Black History month with a week of live theatre! Starting February 7, Curio Theatre Company will present Sojourner, a one-woman show written by Richard Lamonte Pierce and starring award-winning actress Zuhairah McGill. McGill portrays Sojourner Truth, born Isabella Baumfree, sharing the stories and experiences of the abolitionist, women’s rights activist, and author. The play explores Truth’s […]

Friends of Clark Park invites you to join us for a festive Dickens celebration in the park. We’ll gather at Elmwood Methodist Church for the main program, then walk together to the Dickens statue for a short ceremony and dancing with the Kingsessing Morris Dancers. Afterward, we’ll keep the celebration going with pizza at Clarkville, […]

This Sunday, come hungry and thirsty. Cesily will be popping up at Two Locals for one day only, serving her signature Love Meals during the Big Game. If you’ve had her food before, you already know. If you haven’t, this is the moment. Service starts at 3 PM and runs until sellout, so don’t wait […]

Join Gather on Tuesday, February 10, from 4–6 PM at Bulletin Bar for a Hornitos Tequila Tasting, presented by Southern Wines! Stop by to sample tequila and cocktails, enjoy great company, and take advantage of our Happy Hour from 3–6 PM. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, meet some new people, and hang out after work. Plus, enjoy free merch giveaways while supplies last! […]

An inclusive open jam where hip hop bars/lyrics, spoken word prose, and freestyle cypher flows intersect with live and digital instruments.Every 2nd Thursday!! (and open jams EVERY thursday at Dahlak!)

Discover the indulgent flavors of Argentina with Jezabel’s in this immersive, hands-on Alfajor class led by Chef Jezabel Careaga. You’ll learn the secrets to perfect alfajor dough, explore classic dulce de leche and alternative fillings, and practice filling and assembling your own cookies with expert guidance. All ingredients and equipment are provided, and you’ll leave […]

The Pink Gym is celebrating Galentine’s with a special edition of its Mat Pilates class, featuring a few thoughtful touches for the occasion. Guests are encouraged to wear pink or red, move together, and stay after class for light bites. Classes take place February 14 and 15 at 10 AM, included for members with drop-in […]

Known for raw, intensely physical and cinematic choreography, Compagnie Virginie Brunelle performs in Philadelphia for the first time with the U.S. premiere of Fables. This full-length work for 10 dancers and a pianist offers a poetic yet sometimes harsh vision of women’s ongoing struggle. Against the backdrop of a world in chaos, a series of evocative […]

This Sunday, February 22, Walk Around Philadelphia is setting out from Overbrook toward Baltimore Ave for one of its beloved winter segments. Participants will meet at the Overbrook station, hop on the 8:19 AM train from Center City, and spend the morning walking Philly’s sidewalks and wooded trails with a great group of people. It’s […]

Thinking about buying your first home? Join our online workshop where we break down the homebuying process in a simple, friendly way. Learn tips, tricks, and what to watch out for to make your journey smooth and fun. Perfect if you're feeling a bit lost or just want to feel more confident about taking that big step. […]

University City MIX Happy Hour returns with optional *MUSIC BINGO* Thurs., Feb. 26 at Gather Food Hall & Bulletin Bar (3025 Market Street). Our Happy Hour event series University City MIX is heading to the new Gather Food Hall and Bulletin Bar (3025 Market Street) on Thursday, February 26th from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. Join University City District for an […]

The Arts League, West Philadelphia’s longstanding center for arts education and community building, is pleased to announce its 2026 Artist Convening Weekend, a multi-day celebration of artistic practice, collaboration, and support for expanding access to the arts. The weekend begins on Friday, February 27, 2026, with The Arts League Auction, a free community art auction […]