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Grab your partner and head over to Riverbend’s Spring BARN DANCE! Local musicians Box & String and a caller will be on hand to provide lively music and dancing instructions. Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to do-si-do the night away. Don’t miss an unforgettable night at Riverbend. This event is intended for adults seeking a fun night out! Refreshments including light snacks, beer, and soft drinks will be served.
Bowerbird and LandHealth Institute are pleased to co-present a unique out-of-doors performance by musician-naturalist-philosopher David Rothenberg and the secret sounds of two of Philadelphia’s favorite lakes. Join David Rothenberg, interspecies musician, composer, naturalist-philosopher and author of over a dozen books and forty albums including “Why Birds Sing”, “Bug Music”, and “Survival of the Beautiful”. In 2024, Rothenberg released Secret Sounds of Ponds, a book/music/performance initiative which reveals the unknown music beneath the surface of even the most ordinary pond. Join him for an afternoon of aquatic vibrations, bug solos, and inter-species jamming. David uses hydrophones (underwater microphones) to tune into
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
New Jersey based historical musicians, The Ministers of Apollo, will play 19th-century music in Cliveden's Parlor on Saturday, May 31st, 12pm to 4pm. Tour the first floor of the house and hear a song or two during your visit. The program is free. Music in the Parlor is generously supported by The Haley Foundation. Cliveden is located at 6401 Germantown Avenue, 19144 and can be accessed by private and public transportation. Street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood. For traveling directions, visit https://cliveden.org/visit/.
Support the mission of making music education accessible to all by attending Musicopia's Drumlines at the Symphony: An All-Star 50th Anniversary Celebration Concert on May 31, 2025, from 3:00-4:30 PM, at The Miller Theater. The lineup includes passionate performances by the West Powelton Drummers, the Main Line Symphony Orchestra, and more, as well as an original composition by acclaimed American composer Andrea Clearfield. It's a celebration you won't want to miss! Tickets are now on sale at bit.ly/50th-tix.
River Devil II: The Return by award-winning author Carmen Maria Machado Join us for a chilling cryptozoology-inspired tale where nature fights back as we walk along the banks of the Manayunk Canal. Experience this immersive audio story through TrailOff, a cutting-edge app that syncs audio to your phone’s GPS as you walk. All of TrailOff’s stories are written by BIPOC authors to bring new perspectives to outdoor recreation spaces. Members of the TrailOff team will be on hand to help you get set up. Listen to the story as you walk at your own pace. Bring a charged smartphone and
Rittenhouse Sound, Philadelphia's premier lower-voice a cappella chorus, presents Sing Your Way Home: a concert celebrating harmony, humanity, and belonging. The program features poignant choral works, arrangements of popular tunes like John Denver's "People Get Ready," and classic barbershop favorites like "Over The Rainbow." Sing Your Way Home offers a moment of peace and reconnection—an invitation to breathe, reflect, and recall that home is found not in a place, but in the presence of love and community.
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
Welcome to the Triforce Quartet + Project Fusion: Album Release Show in Philadelphia PA! Join us at the Trinity Center for Urban Life for an evening of incredible music and celebration. Experience the unique blend of classical and video game music as Triforce Quartet celebrates the release their latest album. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that promises to be unforgettable. Get your tickets now and be part of this special night! We're beyond excited to celebrate the release of our new album "Dangerous to Go Alone" with YOU! Live and in person!
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures in the gardens with our new happy hour – featuring extended hours and a full bar. Receive discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! Want to add a little learning to your happy hour? Check out our evening
Curtis Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025–26 series with a dynamic program tracing the evolution of orchestral music. The evening opens with Overture to The School for Scandal, Curtis alumnus Samuel Barber’s witty and fast-paced overture inspired by Sheridan’s 18th-century comedy. Grammy-winning conductor Christoph Eschenbach leads Krzysztof Penderecki’s Concerto Grosso for Three Cellos, featuring Curtis alumni Nicholas Canellakis, Yumi Kendall, and Christine Jeonghyoun Lee—a striking work that blends lyrical beauty with bold dissonance and rhythmic intensity. The program culminates in Anton Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 3, a sweeping and heroic masterpiece that unfolds in waves of majestic brass chorales, soaring themes,
Cliveden offers free house tours every second Saturday of the month, May to October, as part of their Second Saturday programming. House tours are available 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour in the Cliveden Barn, located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is a one-hour experience. Visitors will view our current exhibit, The Turmoil of Transition: The mid-nineteenth century at Cliveden: 'Enter Cliveden as it was in the mid-nineteenth century - a household in turmoil and mourning over the death of husband and father, Benjamin Chew, Jr. This
Rushadicus the infamous Cello Goblin from the land of Sneth jicks forth with his immersive, experimental - cello and kazoo fueled - performance art extravaganza. An evening of cello metal, masterful goblin tricks, virtuosic multi-instrumental feats, and chaotic merriment. With local support from Null. 21+
Esperanza, Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed Partnerships, and TreePhilly invite you to plant a free tree in your yard! This Registration form is exclusively for planting addresses in the following Zip Codes: 19120, 19124, 19134, 19140, 19149 For information about all of TreePhilly’s giveaway opportunities, visit TreePhilly.org. To sign up for a free tree planted between the sidewalk and the street, go HERE The yard tree pick-up event will take place at the Police Officer Lauretha Vaird Boys and Girls Club, 4800 Whitaker Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124, on November 1st, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Registration is open through Wednesday,
Start off the Holiday Season with a festive concert and share in the magic of live holiday music! A perfect way to kick off the season with friends and family. Join us for our annual Holiday Chamber Concert on November 30th. Under the direction of guest conductor Joe Lorini, talented Delaware County Symphony musicians will present a delightful program featuring various small ensembles performing classical arrangements of beloved seasonal favorites. The concert promises an atmosphere of warmth, joy, and community spirit as the audience is invited to join in a cheerful sing-along of Leroy Anderson’s A Christmas Festival to close
The Delaware County Symphony invites audiences to a special concert on Saturday, December 7, celebrating the powerful influence of immigrant composers who brought their talents and traditions to America. The concert opens with Antonín Dvořák’s American Suite, a charming and lyrical work inspired by the composer’s time in the United States. Acclaimed cellist Branson Yeast, principal cello of both Opera Philadelphia and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, joins the Symphony as guest soloist for Erich Korngold’s Cello Concerto- a work that bridges the worlds of European romanticism and Hollywood film music. The program concludes with Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances, a
Join Rittenhouse Sound, Philadelphia’s premier a cappella chorus, at our upcoming “Sounds of the Season” concert on Sunday, December 7th, 2025. We’re spreading holiday cheer for all to hear, with chapter quartets and special guests The Penn Pipers. See you at 4PM at the Philadelphia Ethical Society on beautiful Rittenhouse Square!
Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable afternoon of music, dance, winter garden tours, ornament-making and more! Explore the beauty of winter interest throughout the gardens with exclusive off-season access before enjoying two sets of some of the most exciting performers in acoustic and traditional music: the dynamic Charm City Junction, beloved father-son duo Ken & Brad Kolodner, and legendary members of Helicon, including wooden-flute virtuoso Chris Norman and hammered-dulcimer master Ken Kolodner. Blending Celtic, Bluegrass, Old Time, and global folk influences, these artists create a sound that is both timeless and joyfully alive. Expect driving fiddle tunes,
Join us at Bloomsday for gingerbread house decorating! We'll provide pre-assembled gingerbread houses & an assortment of seasonal candy for you to create your very own festive (and delicious) holiday house. Your ticket price includes a glass of wine, beer or signature mocktail. No grinches allowed-- this event is perfect for a gal’s night, a second date or even a team-building activity!
Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable afternoon of music, dance, winter garden tours, ornament-making and more! Explore the beauty of winter interest throughout the gardens with exclusive off-season access before enjoying two sets of some of the most exciting performers in acoustic and traditional music: the dynamic Charm City Junction, beloved father-son duo Ken & Brad Kolodner, and legendary members of Helicon, including wooden-flute virtuoso Chris Norman and hammered-dulcimer master Ken Kolodner. Blending Celtic, Bluegrass, Old Time, and global folk influences, these artists create a sound that is both timeless and joyfully alive. Expect driving fiddle tunes,
Live music blends with classic film in this movie-concert by France’s Alcoléa & cie. A Philadelphia debut, Right in the Eye celebrates Georges Méliès, a pioneer of the cinema and inventor of special effects, by adding an original, multi-layered score to complement and interpret 12 of his otherwise silent films. A trio of musicians play an extraordinary range of 50 instruments, from the classics to the obscure, evoking the technical wizardry and playful creativity that defined Méliès’ work. This unique production puts music and film in perfect harmony to reimagine cinema’s early years.
Embark on a musical odyssey with renowned Finnish conductor Osmo Vänskä. The evening begins with Missy Mazzoli’s Sinfonia (for Orbiting Spheres), a swirling, celestial work inspired by planetary motion and the roiling drone of the medieval stringed instrument, the hurdy-gurdy. Henry Dorn’s powerful Transitions follows, a deeply personal tone poem reflecting on loss, transformation, and resilience. The program features the world premiere of a new concerto for woodwinds and orchestra by David Serkin Ludwig, performed by Grammy-winning quintet and Curtis faculty Imani Winds. The concert concludes with Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra, a virtuosic showcase that transforms each section of the
East Passyunk After Hours is here! East Passyunk comes alive at night! We’re taking over a business storefront at EPA & Mifflin and throwing a DIY show on Thursday, January 29th! Groove with us and explore your neighborhood while supporting late-night business and a vibrant East Passyunk at all hours. Lineup: @sugdaniels_ @blush.philly @coneillmusic VENUE: Capri Dessecker REMAX, 1842 East Passyunk Ave ARTWORK: @mydogspider DOORS 7PM SHOW 7:30PM END BY 10PM $15 ADV $20 DAY-OF NOTAFLOF (no one turned away for lack of funds) ALL AGES ARTIST BIOS Sug Daniels Sug Daniels is a Delaware born, Philadelphia based, ukulele player,
CAMERATA PHILADELPHIA - continues its 2025/2026 Center City Season at Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square (1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103) on Saturday, March 21 @ 1:00 PM. Led by Music Director & cellist Dr. Stephen Framil, the program includes Robert Schumann's 5 Pieces in Folk Style for Cello & Piano Op. 102, Clara Schumann's 6 Lieder Op. 23, Brahms' Piano Quartet No. 2 in A Op. 26; and features Opera Philadelphia violinist Gared Crawford, No Name Pops violist & media content writer Sarah Sutton, Washington Opera mezzo-soprano Kyle Engler, and Washington Adventist University music department chair &
Walk Around Philadelphia’s Spring Concert & Celebration at Cherry Street Pier with Batala Philly & West Philadelphia Orchestra Join Walk Around Philadelphia for a Spring Celebration & Concert to mark the completion of this season’s winter perimeter walks and the 10th anniversary of the project. Sunday, March 22 2:00–5:00 PM Cherry Street Pier 121 N. Columbus Blvd This free, family-friendly gathering brings together walkers, neighbors, and partners from across the city to celebrate a winter season of exploring Philadelphia’s edges together, even through some of the most challenging weather that we've ever faced. We’ll welcome spring with live music from
Our season ends with an exciting and engaging program for choir, orchestra, and organ. Experience a vibrant variety of music—from opera overtures, works for choir and organ, Dvorák’s rarely performed monumental Psalm 149, plus the epic finale of Saint-Saëns’s Organ Symphony - just to name a few. With over 150 musicians participating, this carefully curated concert promises a thrilling afternoon of music, presented in a way that only MCCO can. Sunday, April 19, 2026 3:00 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church 1000 W Main St, Lansdale, PA 19446 General Admission: $25 Group Discount (6 or more): $20 Students: $5.00 Children 12
Celebrate Philly Jazz Month with an unforgettable evening of rhythm, creativity, and community along the Delaware River. Join us on Friday, April 25 at 6 PM at Borski Park for a live performance by internationally recognized percussionist Dendê Macêdo and his innovative Recycled Sounds project. This unique musical experience transforms everyday objects into instruments, creating vibrant Afro-Brazilian rhythms while sharing a powerful message about sustainability, creativity, and the value of reusing materials. Using handmade instruments crafted from found and repurposed materials—everything from buckets and bottles to tires and scrap metal—Macêdo layers sounds live using a loop pedal to build rich,
Esperanza, Tookany/Tacony Frankford Watershed Partnerships, and TreePhilly invite you to plant a free tree in your yard! This Registration form is exclusively for planting addresses in the following Zip Codes: 19120, 19124, 19134, 19140, 19149 For information about all of TreePhilly’s giveaway opportunities, visit TreePhilly.org. To sign up for a free tree planted between the sidewalk and the street, go HERE The yard tree pick-up event will take place at the Police Officer Lauretha Vaird Boys and Girls Club, 4800 Whitaker Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19124, on November 1st, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Registration is open through Wednesday,
City Winery Philadelphia presents The Klezmatics We Were Made For These Times "40th Anniversary Tour" live on June 2nd at 7:30pm. Dine At Your Show 🍽️ We provide food and beverage service directly to your table in the venue. Or, for an expanded menu and more relaxed experience, arrive early and enjoy a meal in our restaurant before the show. When dining in the restaurant, reservations are encouraged and can be made via Resy starting one month before the show. View Our Concert Dining Menu. Wine At Your Table Reserve your preferred wine by filling out this form and have
Rittenhouse Sound, Philadelphia’s premier lower-voice a cappella chorus, invites you to “Looking For America: A Soundscape of Democracy” on Saturday, June 13th at 4:00 PM, Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square. “Looking For America” is about rediscovering patriotism through a soundscape of song and the spoken word of great American thinkers, poets, and dreamers. The concert will use iconic music and beloved narratives to take the community on a journey through the triumphs, struggles, and promise of America in this semiquincentennial year. The diverse program opens with the Star Bangled Banner’s questioning “O, say can you see?” and closes with
Celebrate the longest day of the year and welcome summer at Riverbend! Did you know that on summer solstice the sun makes its longest journey across the sky making it the longest day of the year? This day has been celebrated by many cultures throughout history and marks the beginning of summer! Join us on Riverbend’s preserve for summer fun! We’ll have a wine garden for the adults, activities for the kids, pretzels and water ice, a bonfire and s’mores, and live music. Groups are welcome to bring a blanket or lawn chair and pack their own picnic dinner. At
Ready to turn up the heat on the dance floor? Siempre Salsa is bringing the music, movement, and nonstop energy to the Rail Park. Curious about salsa dancing but never knew where to start? This is your moment. No partner needed. Just come ready to move, laugh, and maybe surprise yourself. Expect lively music, easy-to-follow steps, plenty of encouragement, and a whole lot of fun along the way. Siempre Salsa is a beginner-friendly dance experience designed for anyone who wants to learn something new and connect with others through rhythm and movement. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for
Stop at Cliveden between 12 pm and 4 pm on Sunday, June 28th to hear New Jersey based historical musicians, The Ministers of Apollo, perform music of the Revolutionary era featuring the harpsichord in Cliveden's parlor. The program is free and open to visitors of all ages. This program is generously supported by The Haley Foundation.
The Grange Estate Invites the Community to Picnic at the Grange on July 27 Spend a relaxing summer evening at The Grange Estate during the next Picnic at the Grange on Monday, July 27th, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Guests are invited to enjoy live music, the beautiful grounds of the historic Grange Estate, and a laid-back evening with family and friends. The event has been extended until 7:30pm, giving visitors even more time to unwind and enjoy the atmosphere. Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic dinner, bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and settle in for an
The Grange Estate Invites the Community to our final Picnic event of the season! Spend a relaxing summer evening at The Grange Estate during the final Picnic at the Grange on Monday, September 14th, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Guests are invited to enjoy live music, the beautiful grounds of the historic Grange Estate, and a laid-back evening with family and friends. Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic dinner, bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and settle in for an evening outdoors. Light snacks will also be available for purchase during the event. Admission is free, and while