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🏙️ Billy Penn City Guide
✏️ Philly Quizzo guide
🎭 Philly Fringe Fest guide
🛍️ Novelty stores guide
🍁 Fall festivals guide
🍓 Farmers market guide
✊🏾 Black history in Philly guide
🍦 Vegan ice cream guide
🥕 CSA farmshare guide
☕ Philly coffee shop guide
🚶🏽♀️ Alt Philly history walking tours guide
🎭 Philly’s comedy scene
🎤 Philly Record Store Guide
🛍️ Thrifty in Philly guide
📚 Book lovers’ guide to Philly
🍹 Non-alcoholic Philly
😋 Dining in Philly
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
NOTE: This list will be updated throughout the week.
Monday, September 28
The Mapping of Philadelphia – (6 p.m.)
Join us in the Skyline Room (on the 4th floor of the Parkway Central Library) to hear Christopher W. Lane discuss the changing cartographic picture of Philadelphia. Centuries of maps form a fascinating series of snapshots of Philadelphia’s evolution from a “green country towne” to a modern metropolitan center. FREE.
Tuesday, September 29
Salsa Night – (6 to 10 p.m.)
Philly Fusion presents Timba Tuesdays with salsa, bachata, timba y más at Wissahickon Brewing’s Olde Kensington location. $5 cover. At 1526 N. American Street.
Wednesday, September 30
WHYY Youth Town Hall – Your Voice, Your Choice, Your Vote! – (5:30 p.m.)
Explore a mock voting booth, test your knowledge with an interactive voter trivia game, visit local nonpartisan community organization vendors, and experience a fun student-voter photobooth. Guests can also enjoy popcorn, cotton candy, and other refreshments while connecting with organizations focused on issues important to young people. A featured young keynote speaker will share their story and inspire the next generation to get involved in their communities and participate in the civic process. Free and open to young people and students. Registration is encouraged.
Thursday, October 1
Fairmount Neighbors Night – (5 to 8 p.m.)
Live music from 1818 Shakedown Street bringing the Grateful Dead jams, plus Brewery Techne, Taqueria Dos Hermanos, and Frios Pops. All at Brown Street Lawn! FREE.
Friday, October 2
Neighborhood Jawnts Tour Series: North Philly Proud – (2 p.m.)
A tour through North Philly’s history going back to 1684 to the present. Explore the rich cultural legacy of North Philadelphia through the artists, musicians, educators, activists, and institutions that transformed the neighborhood into a national center of Black history and achievement. From legendary performance venues and influential churches to inspiring public art and landmarks of civil rights and community empowerment, this tour celebrates the people and places whose impact continues to resonate throughout Philadelphia and beyond. FREE with registration. Meet at Independence Visitor Center.
The Late(ish) Poetry Show – October Edition – (8:30 to 10:30 p.m.)
Like the Tonight Show & Def Poetry had a baby that grew up to be your favorite Friday night in Philly. Poetry, interviews, games & music. Come watch some of Philly’s best poets and join the livest audience in the city for a night of poetry, open mic, music, games and more. Hosted by Philly Pigeon, at PhilaMOCA. $28.52 tickets.
Saturday, October 3
Neighborhood Jawnts Tour Series: North Philly Proud – (10 a.m. + 2 p.m.)
A tour through North Philly’s history going back to 1684 to the present. Explore the rich cultural legacy of North Philadelphia through the artists, musicians, educators, activists, and institutions that transformed the neighborhood into a national center of Black history and achievement. From legendary performance venues and influential churches to inspiring public art and landmarks of civil rights and community empowerment, this tour celebrates the people and places whose impact continues to resonate throughout Philadelphia and beyond. FREE with registration. Meet at Independence Visitor Center.
31st Annual Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival
Food, dancing, lantern parade, live performances, martial arts demos, lion dancing and more! FREE. Pay-as-you-go.
Sunday, October 4
Neighborhood Jawnts Tour Series: North Philly Proud – (10 a.m. + 2 p.m.)
A tour through North Philly’s history going back to 1684 to the present. Explore the rich cultural legacy of North Philadelphia through the artists, musicians, educators, activists, and institutions that transformed the neighborhood into a national center of Black history and achievement. From legendary performance venues and influential churches to inspiring public art and landmarks of civil rights and community empowerment, this tour celebrates the people and places whose impact continues to resonate throughout Philadelphia and beyond. FREE with registration. Meet at Independence Visitor Center.
Open Streets: West Walnut – (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Open Streets once again converts Center City streets into car-free thruways across an eight-block span for its fall run. From Broad to 19th streets, and along 18th Street from Chestnut to Locust streets. 8 Sundays through October. FREE.
Through October
A People’s Exposition!
Join us for a citywide exhibit and engagement series to take a critical and honest look at key issues shaping Philadelphia today, to envision a more just and equitable future for our city, and to act on solutions that address our greatest challenges. At the Kensington Engagement Center.
Into November
Dia de los Muertos tribute to Isaiah Zagar
“Viviendo a través de la Muerte” will remain on view at the Philadelphia Magic Gardens through the Day of the Dead, Nov. 1, before closing on Nov. 8.
Roach Show – (5 to 8 p.m.)
Featuring roach-inspired roach-sized art by 30 local Philly artists, including sculpture, painting, mixed media, fiber art and bolo ties! At STITCH AND DESTROY, 523 S 4th Street. The exhibit ends November 1.
