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Note: this list will be updated throughout the week.
Monday, May 11
Budget 101: Center City – (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
Join People’s Budget Office and Neighbors Across Market (NAM) for a Budget 101 Workshop, where you’ll explore the basics of the city budget, understand how the budgeting process works, and discuss your community’s priorities. At Arch Street United Methodist at 55 N. Broad Street.
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World – A Live Reading – (7 to 9 p.m.)
“Bread makes you fat?! You know what doesn’t make you fat? A Theatre Contra Live Reading, that’s what! We’ve got 7 evil exes to defeat while avoiding a stalker, confusing roommate, and our sister. So grab those coins, whip out a warhammer, and get ready to witness SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD live at Tattooed Mom!” Pay-what-you-can at the door; first-come-first-served.
Tuesday, May 12
No Arena Open Mic Night – (5 to 7:30 p.m.)
Come read or sing or perform something from your heart, inspired by the No Arena movement. Didn’t get to speak your testimony at city council? Read it at the open mic! Wrote a poem about how people can overcome billionaires? Bring it to the “podium”! The No Arena Open Mic Night is a night to uplift the voices of so many people who were impacted by this powerful struggle. Sign up to be added to the list! Light refreshments from Chinatown will be provided. Free to attend. At Asian Arts Initiative.
Becoming American: Philadelphia’s Story – Official Premiere and Panel Discussion – (6 p.m.)
This film explores the founding of the U.S. through the lens of Philadelphia, America’s first capital. From Indigenous people and enslaved Africans to lawmakers and artisans, the film, from Bear House Media, reveals how diverse communities shaped a new nation. Though rooted in Philadelphia, this is a shared American story whose debates, ideals, and consequences still resonate today. Please join WHYY for a screening of the film, followed by a panel discussion with the filmmakers and hosted by Cherri Gregg – the co-host of WHYY’s Studio 2. At the Philadelphia Film Society Center at 1412 Chestnut Street. Free ticket registration.
The Moth Storyslam: I Got It From My Mama – (7:30 p.m.)
Punch Line Philly hosts this storytelling slam on a theme. $22.05 tickets plus 2 beverage minimum. Ages 21+.
Dancing With The Stars: Live! – 2026 Tour – (7:30 p.m.)
Tickets are $66+ at the Met Philly for this national tour of the popular ABC reality dance show.
Wednesday, May 13
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Thursday, May 14
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Friday, May 15
The Philly Killer – Investigating an Outbreak: A Conversation with The Pulse at WHYY – (5:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
You are invited to an in-depth conversation at the Mütter Museum on how a disease outbreak crippled Philly 50 years ago. WHYY Host Maiken Scott leads the conversation on “The Philly Killer: Investigating an Outbreak with The Pulse at WHYY.” The gathering includes a preview to a new exhibition and a discussion exploring how Legionnaires disease spread across Philadelphia during the summer of 1976. $10 tickets.
Saturday, May 16
Lower Moyamensing 2026 Spring Flea Market – (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Now held on its rain date! At South Philly High School. Free to attend.
Philly Wine Fest! Spring Edition – (12 to 6:30 p.m.)
Specially curated wineries serve patrons tastings over a multi-session vino experience. At the Philadelphia Zoo. $68 to $79 tickets.
Sunday, May 17
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Through June 9
Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking, Launch Celebration – (2 to 5 p.m.)
The exhibition features 19 public art poems by Germantown community members about healing from the impacts of gun violence. Celebrate these poets with remarks, food, poetry activations, guided tours, and community. At the Friends Free Library (5418 Germantown Ave) and Ubuntu Fine Art (5423 Germantown Ave), directly across the street from each other. Art includes a collage poster series, video installations, augmented reality constellations, interactive floral offerings, a stained glass panel installation on a SEPTA bus shelter, a wrapped SEPTA bus, and more.
Through July 11
El Mercado Cultural at Cherry Street Pier – (11 a.m. to 5 p.m)
A series of spring and summer markets presented in collaboration with Fleisher Art Memorial. Shop from vendors, savor tasty bites, and enjoy the rotating entertainment. Occasional Saturdays: April 18, May 30 and July 11.
No Arena: Making a Movement – (2 to 6 p.m.)
On the occasion of America’s 250th Anniversary, “No Arena: Making A Movement” highlights a decentralized grassroots movement that was led by people of color, serving as a model for what our democracy can be. Interactive with events programming through July. Gallery is open Thursdays through Saturdays.
