221 N. Columbus Blvd
Philadelphia, PA
small cover charge after 8:00PM
Monday, June 30, 2025
July 6, 2025 8:00-11:00PM Un Toque de Cache at Morgan's Pier
July 6, 2025 3:00-6:00PM Philly Roda de Samba e Choro at The Black Squirrel Club
Doors open 3pm
1049 Sarah St.
Philadelphia, PA
Sunday, June 29, 2025
July 5, 2025 5:00-6:30PM Intro to Frame Drumming at Studio 34
Would you like to learn the art of the frame drum? In a world full of rushing, disconnection, and chaos, the frame drum – the world’s oldest instrument – can be an amazing antidote. This class will soothe your nervous system, shift you into a more connected way of being, and strengthen your own inner rhythm. Frame drumming together creates a sense of community! This class is an introduction to the upright style of the frame drum, the most ancient way of playing the drum. No musical experience is required. Expect to learn the basic strokes and a couple of rhythms to play.
Workshop runs 90 mins.
Cost to attend: Earlybird $20 until July 1 / $25 Regular
Maximum attendees: 10
Note: Instructor will have frame drums available for use during the class; these can be purchased directly if interested.
Natanya Apfelbaum has devoted herself to studying and playing the frame drum since she discovered it; this instrument connects her to a deep pulse of life. For two years, she studied in Sicily, focusing on frame drumming and dance. She is a deep aficionado of the path of the drum and is excited to build community through this beautiful instrument.
Register:https://events.
Studio 34
4522 Baltimore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19143
July 5, 2025 1:00-3:00PM Famadou Konate Tribute (Drum Class with M'Bemba Bangora) at The Nile Cafe
Famadou Konate Tribute (Drum Class with M'Bemba Bangora)
Sat, Jul 5th, 2025, 1:00 - 3:00 PM EDT
The Nile Cafe, Philadelphia, PA
DRUM CLASS WITH M'BEMBA
Famoudou Konaté is a Malinké master drummer from Guinea. Famoudou Konaté is a virtuoso of the djembe drum and its orchestra. One of only a handful of initiated masters of the Malinké drumming tradition, Famoudou is universally respected as one of the world's premiere djembe master drummers. He has dedicated his life to performing and preserving the music of his people, helping to elevate the djembe orchestra from its traditional roots to worldwide popularity. Famadou is currently 85 years old.
Saturday will include a Master Drum Class with M’Bemba Bangora from 1:00pm-3:00pm $20, 4:00pm-5:30pm a screening of Famadou Konate’s film The King of Djembe, open to the public with donations given directly to Famadou Konate, and from 7:00pm - 8:40pm $20 a drum presentation from Baba Karamogo “Ira Bond’” community drum class and a presentation from M’Bemba Bangora, Malidelphia and the mask Konden. This Ticket Leap is for the concert only.
Tickets: $20 + $1.40 fee
The Nile Cafe
6008 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19144
215 843 6453
July 5, 2025 7:00-9:30PM Famoudou Konaté Tribute at the Nile Cafe
Saturday will include a Master Drum Class with M’Bemba Bangora from 1:00pm-3:00pm $20, 4:00pm-5:30pm a screening of Famadou Konate’s film The King of Djembe, open to the public with donations given directly to Famadou Konate, and from 7:00pm - 8:40pm $20 a drum presentation from Baba Karamogo “Ira Bond’” community drum class and a presentation from M’Bemba Bangora, Malidelphia and the mask Konden. This Ticket Leap is for the concert only.
Tickets for concert $20 + $1.40 fee
The Nile Cafe
6008 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19144
215-843-6453
July 5, 2025 1:00PM Famadou Konate Tribute featuring Baba Ira's Community Class, M" Bemba Bangora, and Malidelphia
Famoudou Konaté is a Malinké master drummer from Guinea. Famoudou Konaté is a virtuoso of the djembe drum and its orchestra. One of only a handful of initiated masters of the Malinké drumming tradition, Famoudou is universally respected as one of the world's premiere djembe master drummers. He has dedicated his life to performing and preserving the music of his people, helping to elevate the djembe orchestra from its traditional roots to worldwide popularity. Famadou is currently 85 years old.
The event participation and guidance from M'Bemba Bangora. Born in Guinea, West Africa, M'Bemba Bangoura began drumming at a very young age. He learned the traditional music and dance styles of his village early in his life, and it has remained the primary focus of his life for over 50 years. By the age of fourteen, he had displayed such a high level of skill and artistry that he was invited to join the nation’s capital city ballet, The Ballet of Conakry. The ballet was a formal training ground for him where he became lead drummer and was recognized as a rising star in the city’s drumming community. M'Bemba was excited to be a part of this project to give honor to Famadou, whom he has much respect.
Saturday will include a Master Drum Class with M’Bemba Bangora from 1:00pm-3:00pm $20, 4:00pm-5:30pm a screening of Famadou Konate’s film The King of Djembe, open to the public with donations given directly to Famadou Konate, and from 7:00pm - 8:40pm $20 a drum presentation from Baba Karamogo “Ira Bond’” community drum class and a presentation from M’Bemba Bangora, Malidelphia and the mask Konden.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
July 2, 2025 2:00-6:00PM Free Musical Street Performances in Eight Locations
The Philadelphia Historic District will come to life with a carefully curated lineup of musical street performances in eight locations on the afternoon of July 2 between 2 and 6 pm.
Museum of the American Revolution, 101 South 3rd Street
3:15 - 4:00 pm Youba Cissokho (Manding griot)
4:15 - 5:00 pm Sonqo (Andean folk)
5:15 - 6:00 pm Apsara Angels Dance Inc. (Traditional Cambodian drumming & dance)
National Liberty Museum, 321 Chestnut Street
3:15 – 4:00 pm Los Bomberos de la Calle (Puerto Rican bomba y plena)
4:15 – 5:00 pm Austin Marlow Trio (jazz)
5:15 - 6:00 pm Barakka (Traditional Turkish music- acoustic)
Carpenters' Hall, 320 Chestnut Street
3:00 - 3:45 pm Dan Blacksberg’s Freilachs Music (klezmer)
4:00 – 4:45 pm Son Revoltura (son jarocho)
5:00 - 5:45 pm Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancers (Chinese lion dance)
Arch Street Meeting House, 320 Arch Street
3:15 – 4:00 pm Mariachi Flores (mariachi)
4:15 – 5:00 pm Polkadelphia (polka)
5:15 - 6:00 pm Project Capoeira (Brazilian Capoeira)
African American Museum in Philadelphia, 701 Arch Street
3:30 – 5:30 pm Mad Beatz Drumline Hip Hop Block Party (drumline and live hip-hop)
Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch Street
3:00 - 3:45 pm Rubble City String Band (old time)
4:00 – 4:45 pm Karter Jaymes (soul)
5:00 - 5:45 pm Ursula Rucker and Little Lives (Poetry and music)
Elfreth's Alley, 126 Elfreth's Alley Rear Garden
3:15 – 4:00 pm Amadou Kouyate (Manding griot)
4:15 – 5:00 pm The Misfortunes (Irish music)
5:15 - 6:00 pm Dolphin and LaPrelle (Appalachian ballads and songs)
National Constitution Center, 525 Arch Street
3:00 - 3:45 pm Spirit Wing (Native American music of the Eastern Woodlands)
4:00 – 4:45 pm Ami Yares (Mediterranean Americana)
5:00 - 5:45 pm Sug Daniels (Black Americana)
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
July 1, 2025 7:00-10:0PM MAAS Presents: Nic Gareiss + Simon Chrisman
Nic Gareiss + Simon Chrisman
Nic Gareiss (he/they, percussive dance, vocals) and Simon Chrisman (he/him, hammer dulcimer, vocals) met in 2007 at a fiddle festival in the Californian redwoods and have been exploring sound and movement together ever since. Both leading innovators within their practices, Nic and Simon melt their unique approaches, weaving traditional percussive dance, instrumental tunes, improvisations, traditional songs, and new compositions through interlocking rhythms and dynamic textures.
Well-known for his work with the groundbreaking new acoustic string bands Kittle & Co. and the Bee Eaters, Simon's music combines "chamber music’s finely calibrated arrangements with bluegrass’s playful virtuosity and pop music’s melodic resourcefulness." (Boston Herald).
One of Dance Magazine's "25 to Watch," Nic Gareiss has been hailed for his "dexterous melding of Irish and Appalachian dance" (New York Times). Together, Nic and Simon adventure into the world of time and timbre to create a breathtaking evening-length performance of song, instrumental music, and percussive dance.
Monday, June 23, 2025
June 29, 2025 12:00-4:00PM B[l]ok Party outside the Bok Building
Our spin on the classic summer-in-the-city block party, the B[L]OK Party brings the neighborhood together to celebrate all things Bok and South Philly. Now in its 9th year, this event attracts hundreds of families to take part in the festivities — and of course get in a few jumps in the bounce house! Join us on Mifflin St. between 8th + 9th for performances by local dance groups, activities for kids, live music, craft vendors, and drinks by Bok Bar for a joy-filled day that embodies the community spirit of Bok and of our wider neighborhood!
location
1901 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PAPerformances
Batala Philly 3:00PM
CAGE
DJ Global Master Groove
Nuuxakun
Sunday, June 22, 2025
June 28, 2025 2:00-9:00PM El Concilio's Hispanic Fiesta in LOVE Park
IT’S OFFICIAL! 
@ivyqueendiva — La Reina del Reguetón — is headlining Concilio’s Hispanic Fiesta 2025! 
Get ready for a historic day of Latin pride, power, and pure energy at LOVE Park!
Saturday, June 28
LOVE Park | 16th St & JFK Blvd
2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
FREE & FAMILY-FRIENDLY!Alongside Ivy Queen, we’re bringing an incredible lineup of artists, musicians, and cultural dance groups to the heart of Philly:
Rika Swing Astrid Sanchez Music Palante Dance Company Asereco Dance Company Ritmos Unidos Dance Studio AMLA Blazeborn HS Rock Band Estilo Dance Studio Pueblitos Dance Team Bonilla Baile Folklorico...and more to come!
Tag your crew. Bring your flags. Be presente.Let’s celebrate our culture together—louder, prouder, and bigger than ever!
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June 27, 2025 7:00-10:30PM Tracks at The Vale w/ Branch Station, donnie & eric, and Ryan Tennis
Please join us for a beautiful evening of music on Friday, July 27thth at the Vale, a pluricultural hideaway in Mt. Airy, Philadelphia!
DOORS: 7:00pm, Music at 7:30pm, hard stop at 10:30pm.
ENTRANCE: $20 advance, $25 at the door (To reserve your spot, Venmo @ryantennismusic, PayPal ryantennismusic@gmail.com, or zelle @rytennis59@gmail.com)
229 W. Sedgwick St, 19119
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Headlining the show will be Branch Station, an R&B/Hip Hop/Soul group with a host of vocalists and a wave of positivity and groove that is absolutely undeniable! I saw them at the after-party for West Philly Porchfest and was absolutely caught up in their vibe!
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Headlining the show will be Branch Station, an R&B/Hip Hop/Soul group with a host of vocalists and a wave of positivity and groove that is absolutely undeniable! I saw them at the after-party for West Philly Porchfest and was absolutely caught up in their vibe!
Opening with be Donnie & Erik, a Germantown based psychedlic folk duo that has been touring all over the country over the last year. Their bring a powerful presence and an undeniable chemistry that will captivate you!
I (Ryan Tennis) will host the show and perform a couple tunes of my own throughout the night.
Drinks and light snacks will be provided.
$20 advance/$25 at the door.
Space will be limited, so if you’re interested in reserving a spot, DM me here and Venmo $20 to @ryantennismusic or PayPal to ryantennismusic@gmail.com.
Doors 7pm, Music 7:30pm.
***PARKING: PLEASE PARK ON CRESHEIM ST., which is just a block from my house, and not on Sedgwick St.***
When coming and going, please be respectful of our neighbors and keep conversations at a reasonable volume.
229 W Sedgwick St, Philadelphia, PA 19119-2540,
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