April 10, 2026 7:00-9:00PM Film Screening : "You Don't Have to Go Home, But...." at Scribe Video Center

 

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(215) 222-4201 //  3908 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104 

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Storyville: You Don't Have To Go Home, But... by Aidan Un Friday, April 10, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Cost: $5, $3 for Scribe Members You Don’t Have To Go Home, But . . . is an ode to dancing bodies, a grimy love letter to Philly, a story about what to do when the DJ has played the last song, the club’s lights come on, and you gotta go . . . somewhere. Following dancers at different stages of their artistic lives, with legendary party Second Sundae as backdrop, this film examines the possibility of spiritual fulfillment in a socioeconomic configuration that ultimately doesn’t value the practices that make us free.  To be preceded by "Hip Hop Life" (USA, 2025, 9 min) by Bernard Cross, Grant Cusaac, Ramon Gilmore Jr., Amina Frink, and Braeden Cross of Scribe's Documentary for History Project for Youth. Aidan Un is a French-Korean filmmaker based in Philadelphia for the past 17 years. When he’s not making films, you can catch him at a Capoeira roda or drumming with Korean Percussion Ensemble 우리얼 (URIOL).

April 7, 2026 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Joanna Pascale and Band

 

ATTENTION!! JOANNA PASCALE AT NOTSOLATIN, 4/7!!

Join us tuesday April 7th, as we welcome one of Philly’s greats: Joanna Pascale!! Joanna brings an all star band in what will undoubtedly be a night remembered for a very long time!! You don’t want to miss it!

Doors at 7, show at 730
No tickets required, $10 suggested donation
1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia Pa

Notsolatin

1440 West Ritner Street

Philadelphia, PA 19145

April 5, 2026 10:00AM-4:00PM Free First Sunday at the Barnes Foundation: Mic'd Up

 

It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. Enjoy fun art activities, performances, and free access to the collection.

April is Philly Jazz Month and we’re excited to spotlight the next generation of artists with performances by Equinox, an instrumental quartet of standout students from the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts. Today’s program is presented in partnership with MIC’d Up (Music Industry Classrooms), a vibrant, community‑rooted initiative that connects accomplished Philadelphia DJs, producers, and musicians with young artists across the city’s public schools.

10am – 4pm

Art Activities

Today’s art activities are led by teaching artists from Fleisher Art Memorial’s ColorWheels. Plus, explore our collection through a scavenger hunt challenge to claim a prize. Perfect for the whole family—ages 2 and up.

10:30 – 11am & 11:15 – 11:45am

Storytime

Join us for an interactive storytime with Thembi Palmer of Imagine More Story Adventures—ages 2 and up.

1pm & 2:30pm

Performances by Equinox presented by MIC’d Up

Started by trumpeter Robert Randolph, Equinox is an instrumental quartet from the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts. The group’s sound is influenced by bebop, Brazilian, and Latin jazz, as well as R&B, funk, and hip-hop. Today’s performance is inspired by jazz legends including Oscar Peterson, Ahmad Jamal, Roy Hargrove, James Jamerson, Calvin Rodgers, and Emmet Cohen. Equinox has performed at the Four Seasons Philadelphia, the Fitler Club, and the Germantown Jazz Festival.

MIC’d Up (Music Industry Classrooms) is the School District of Philadelphia’s music mentorship program. Participating students meet with music industry professionals to discuss their passions for art, music, and technology and to learn more about the business side of music. Participants perform at venues across the city, including a residency at JG SkyHigh at the Four Seasons Philadelphia.

2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
215.278.7000

April 5, 2026 3:00-6:00PM Philly Roda de Samba e Choro at The Black Squirrel Club

 

Samba is a style of music and dance, a community celebration, and a way of life. The “Philly Roda de Samba e Choro” presents samba and choro as they are traditionally performed in Brazil: with friends gathered around a table, playing tunes, singing along, dancing, eating, drinking, and filling the souls of all with joy.

With a core group comprised of Fernanda Bravo (voice/pandeiro), Gregg Mervine (cavaquinho), Rob Curto (piano), Mark Stehle (percussion) and Marcos Oliveira (percussion), the Philly Roda plays every first Sunday at the Black Squirrel Club, and features a guest artist each time.

This has grown into Philly's most amazing Sunday afternoon event! Drink a caipirinha, immerse yourself in beautiful melodies, get swept up in the dance and join the community spirit! Come experience the vibrant culture and pure joy of the Roda!

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Black Squirrel Club has a full bar but does not sell food. You are welcome to bring your own food in to the venue or have something delivered and re-entry is permitted if you want to run out and grab food at any time.

Tickets: $14.64 ($`12.00 + 2.64 fee)

Black Squirrel Club

1049 Sarah St.

Philadelphia, PA

April 4, 2026 7:00-9:00PM 4th Annual Indigenous and Andean Carnaval

 

We are thrilled to invite you to our 4th Annual Carnaval, a celebration of Indigenous and Andean traditions! Hosted by Quechua at Penn and Andean Representation, this event is dedicated to honoring our youth, families, Pachamama, and the hope for a fruitful harvest.
Join us for an exciting lineup featuring:
🎤 @inkarayku 
💃🏽 @acuarelasdelperuny.usa
📅 Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 7 PM – 9 PM
📍 Location: 3601 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (Arch 208)
💌 Traditional clothing encouraged!
This year’s celebration will highlight Carnaval traditions across the Andes, with cultural representations from Peru, Ecuador, Argentina, and Bolivia, showcasing the diversity and richness of our communities. Carnaval is more than just a celebration; it’s an expression of our cultural pride, resilience, and the spirit of community. We welcome everyone to join in the joy of Carnaval!

April 4, 2026 8:00-10:00PM Bomba & Plena at Izlas Latin Cuisine with Los Bomberos de la Calle

 

Experience the vibrant rhythms of Bomba y Plena this Easter weekend!
Join us for an unforgettable night of live Puerto Rican music, dance, and culture.

 Date: Saturday, April 4th, 2026
 Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 Location: 2725 North American St, Philadelphia, PA 19133

Bring your instruments, your energy, and your friends — it’s going to be a night full of rhythm, color, and community!

April 4, 2026 7:30-9:00PM Harold Smith, Didgeridoo with Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble at The Clef Club of Jazz

 

PNC Arts Alive Jazz Cultural Voices Series is extremely proud to present a unique performance featuring celebrated didgeridoo player Harold E. Smith with accompaniment by Philadelphia’s own Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble. 

Mt. Airy’s own Harold E. Smith has carved out a rare and remarkable niche as Philadelphia’s premier didgeridoo player—perhaps the only one. The didgeridoo, an ancient Aboriginal instrument traditionally made from eucalyptus hollowed by termites, produces a deep, resonant tone that Smith transforms into an astonishing range of sound: meditative drones, pulsing rhythms, even playful barks.

A lifelong jazz musician, Smith discovered the didgeridoo nearly three decades ago, blending world music traditions with the improvisational spirit of jazz. His performances have taken him from Philadelphia’s Sedgwick Cultural Center to collaborations with acclaimed artists such as Byard Lancaster, Steve Turre, and Badal Roy. His self-released album, In the Valley of Sacred Sound, earned praise from DownBeat magazine for the “surprising versatility” of his didgeridoo sound—at once earthy, spiritual, and sonically rich.

Originally from Pittsburgh, Smith began as a jazz drummer, studying with the legendary Elvin Jones and performing alongside innovators like Sam Rivers and Joe McPhee during New York’s avant-garde loft era. A knee injury in the early 1990s ended his drumming career but opened the door to a new creative path. The didgeridoo became his voice—an instrument through which he channels both ancient traditions and contemporary jazz innovation.

Today, Harold E. Smith’s performances are more than concerts—they are transcendent journeys into rhythm, sound, and spirit. Smith, along with Apreggio, will fill the Clef Club stage with boundless musical energy and will undoubtedly immerse you in the soul and very essence of contemporary jazz innovation. 

TICKETS HERE $35.09

Philadelphia Clef Club of Jazz and Performing Arts

736 S. Broad St.

Philadelphia, Pa  19146

(215) 893-9912

April 3, 2026 10:00PM Philatino Fest with David Rivera Y La Bámbula at The Fringe Bar

One of Puerto Rico's rising stars, David Rivera brings his unique blend of salsa, RnB, and funk to Philadelphia for the very first time.

David Rivera y la Bámbula is a high-energy Afro–Caribbean ensemble led by master percussionist, composer, and cultural bearer David Rivera. Rooted in Afro-Puerto Rican bomba and plena, and electrified with Afro-Cuban, jazz, and global rhythms, the band delivers performances that are both ancestral and fiercely contemporary.

Driven by thunderous hand drums, call-and-response vocals, and irresistible grooves, la Bámbula transforms every stage into a communal celebration—where history, dance, and spirit converge. Rivera’s leadership blends deep scholarship with raw performance power, honoring the African diaspora while pushing rhythmic boundaries forward.

From festivals and concert halls to community gatherings, David Rivera y la Bámbula doesn’t just perform music—they ignite it, inviting audiences to feel the heartbeat of the African Caribbean world and move with it.

Fringe Bar

140 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Advance tickets: $23.18 includes fee

April 3, 2026 7:30PM De Tierra Caliente with Humano Imperfecto at The Black Squirrel Club

 

DE TIERRA CALIENTE: Tour Homecoming Show! 
Dance the night away as De Tierra Caliente returns to Philly for their FIRST U.S. show of 2026!

Fresh off a tour of Colombia, the band is back to bring tropical heat to the Black Squirrel Club. Get ready for a high-energy fusion of Salsa, Samba, Merengue, Son, Bachata, and more—delivered in a seamless blend of Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

 Featuring Special Guests: Humano Imperfecto
Opening the night is Philly’s own Humano Imperfecto. This new alternative band blends the roots of Latin America and the U.S. into a sound that is both hybrid and visceral. Expect raw stories of identity and emotion driven by guitars, heart, and pure energy.

 EVENT DETAILS
WHERE: Black Squirrel Club | 1049 Sarah St., Philadelphia

WHEN: Doors at 7:30 PM

ADMISSION: $25 + $1.50 service fee

Don't miss this night of movement, culture, and rhythm. Grab your friends and let’s fill the dance floor! 

March 31, 2026 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Novos Caminhos

 

GET READY FOR NOVOS CAMINHOS!!! TUESDAY, 3/31!!!

Novos Caminhos is more than a show, it’s an artistic manifesto celebrating the continuity and evolution of Brazil’s rich musical heritage, inviting listeners on a journey through roots and possibilities that bridge generations and cultures. Their performances aim to deliver a live experience that is deeply Brazilian yet open to the world, captivating diverse audiences from traditional fans to those eager for new sounds.

Ian Coury - Mandolin
Bill Ward - Piano

Seba Ramirez - Drums

You don’t want to miss this!!

1440 W. Ritner St.

Philadelphia, PA

Donation at the door

March 29, 2026 7:00PM Not So Big Band Concerts: The Narrative BigBand

 

THE NARRATIVE BIGBAND AT NOTSOLATIN!!! 3/29!

Its the notsolatin debut of the Narrative Bigband, Sunday March 29th!! This exciting new bigband has been tearing it up across the Philadelphia area and is composed of some of the brightest young musicians around. They’ll be playing the classics from Basie, the Thad as well as some original arrangements! You don’t want to miss this!!!

Doors at 7, show at 7:30
No tickets required, $10 suggested donation
1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia Pa

March 28, 2026 1:00-3:00PM Timbalona Collective at Art Exhibit "The Playing of the Music Boxes at Taller Puertorriqueño

 

The Timbalona Collective is a dynamic percussion ensemble rooted in the vibrant traditions of Afro-Caribbean and Latin American folk music. This performance will realize Jorge Luis Rodriguez’s long-held dream of seeing his sculpture series, The Music Boxes, played as musical instruments.

Taller Puertorriqueño

2600 N. 5th St.

Philadelphia, PA 19133

Register here for free admission

March 28, 2026 7:00-9:00PM Bethlehem & Sad Patrick New Songs at Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room

 

Bringing the new songs out to play, introducing them, telling their secrets. Playing some old favorites too.
Saturday, March 28 | 7:00 - 9:00
Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room
6350 Germantown Ave., Philly, 19144
RSVP | YA Cider Website
Pass the Hat - Suggested donation - $10-$20

March 27, 2026 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Loreto Pelayo

 

LORETO PELAYO AT NOTSOLATIN!!! FRIDAY, 3/27!

All the way from Belize, welcome the great Loreto Pelayo and his band back to Notsolatin! Loreto has performed throughout Belize as a solo instrumentalist, bandleader, as well as a sideman. Loreto regularly visits New York City and Philadelphia to immerse himself in the living jazz tradition. You don’t want to miss this!!

Doors at 7, show at 7:30
No tickets required, $10 suggested donation
1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia Pa

March 26, 2026 6:00-8:30PM Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol at Bolo

 

Live music alert!  Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol take the stage at Bolo tonight!
Catch us from 6:00 PM–8:30 PM.
Arrive early for Bolo's famous Happy Hour from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM. Great food, better drinks, and even better tunes! 

 Happy Hour: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Live Music: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM-ish
 Location: 2025 Sansom St, Philadelphia

No cover