October 11, 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!

When: First Sunday of every month. Except October (2nd Sunday) and November (3rd Sunday)

Doors: 2 PM 

Music: 3-6 PM

Where: Black Squirrel Club 1049 Sarah Street (Fishtown, Philadelphia)

Tickets: $12

1049 Sarah St, Philadelphia, PA, 19125, US

https://www.blacksquirrelclub.com

*****This event is 21+*****

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.

Reserve Paid Parking Here (lot 1 block from venue)

There is also free parking available at the Rivers Casino parking lot (3 blocks).

******ALL TICKET PURCHASES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE EXCEPT IN THE EVENT OF CANCELATION******

October 11, 2026 12:00PM Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol at FDR Mercado Latino

 

FDR Park Mercado Latino presents Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble CRISOL, teaching Latin dances and performing Salsa and a variety of folk and traditional music genres from all over Latin America and the Caribbean.

FREE and open to the public.

Picnic Sites 13 & 14 (across from the Skate Park), Mercado Latino on Google Maps (Pattison Ave)

October 11, 2026
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Mercado Latino, 1500 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145, USA

Join us for Friends of FDR Loteria with prizes an a live salsa band and lesson with Tris Crisol at Mercado Latino FDR Park on Sunday, October 11th! Loteria is from 10am-12pm and Live Salsa dance lesson and Salsa band after 12:30pm!

October 6, 2026 5:00PM Patricio Acevedo Performance at South Philadelphia Library

 

Patricio Acevedo's music evokes the echoes of the tradition of his native country Chile, fluent in poetry and vibrants melodies. Folks of all ages are invited to enjoy this special free performance as we reveal our Hispanic Heritage banner created by our after school community.

South Philadelphia Library

1700 South Broad Street

Philadelphia, PA 19145-2392

Broad & Morris Sts.

October 6, 2026 6:00PM Daniel de Jesús & Friends | I Am Hispanic Philadelphia at Parkway Central Library

 

 Tue, October 6, 2026 6:00 P.M.
Parkway Central Library

Fourth floor, rooms 405/406. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, The Free Library of Philadelphia, The Literary Cafe Books & Events, and Literary Events & Projects will present an artistic banquet that showcases some of the creative talents in the Hispanic community.  The 4-part series will present members from the art, music, cuisine and dance communities who are an integral part of the rich tapestry of Philadelphia's cultural landscape.

Daniel de Jesús,  classical cello musician, music education and community relations director.  He is also the Executive Director for Artistas y Músicos Latinoamericanos.  He will share how he and others are using their musical journey to develop the next generation of musician in Philadelphia.

Parkway Central Library, rooms 405/406
1901 Vine Street (between 19th and 20th Streets on the Parkway)
Philadelphia, PA 19103-1189
1-833-TALK FLP (825-5357)

October 4, 2026 3:00-8:00PM Not So Latin presents: Philly Tango Lab at the Philadelphia Ethical Society

 

Philly Tango Lab

at the

Philadelphia Ethical Society

Click here to reserve your spot!

Philly Tango Lab is a small group of volunteers that aims to create events in which tango dancers, musicians and general audience can experience the full extent of tango culture, as it is still alive in Buenos Aires, not only on Milongas (tango dances), but in small cafes in which singers connect with a devout audience, in the long rehearsals of the "Orquestas Típicas" (the tango Big Bands), in the connection between the musicians, dancers and audience, and, most of all, like it's enjoyed among friends in a party.

We aim to contribute to the promotion of tango music by teaching the fundamentals of tango playing to musicians and creating Tango ensembles directed by musicians with known expertise on Tango music.

On our monthly event at the gorgeous premises of the Ethical Society pf Philadelphia on Rittenhouse Square, we offer a workshop for musicians, from 3 to 5pm, and a concert open to those who want to listen and/or dance to Tango music, featuring the Maestros, the ensemble, and special guests, as well as a mini jam session.

Registration for the workshop can be done writing to the musical director, Alejo de los Reyes: contacto@alejodelosreyes.com
Scores for the workshop are available for all instruments

This month we'll have the visit of Rodrigo Ávalos (bandoneón), recenlty moved to New York from Buenos Aires.

General admission is $30, there's paid parking around the area.

Philadelphia Ethical Society

1906 Rittenhouse Square

Philadelphia, Pa

October 3,4, 10 &11, 2026 2:00-5:00PM Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops with Dende Macedo

 

October 3, 2026 5:00-8:00PM Bethlehem and Sad Patrick at Benefit for Hansberry Garden

 

Join Bethlehem and Sad Patrick and Almanac Dance Circus Theatre from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 for Rooted in Germantown, an unforgettable evening at Hansberry Garden & Nature Center, where community, nature, and connection come together. Exciting raffle baskets, delicious food and beverages, and great company..The Hansberry Garden, 5150 Wayne Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USA

Note: In case of rain, Rooted in Germantown will be at the Waldorf School of Philadelphia, 6000 Wayne Ave.
General admission $45

Duo Bethlehem and Sad Patrick blend blues, jazz, folk and soul into songs of love and other struggles. Combining Bethlehem’s soaring vocals and driving percussion with Sad Patrick’s sparse guitar, they deliver powerful songs about being in and out of love, keeping your head up in the city, struggling to make your way, and seeking peace on the margins. Sad Patrick’s hybrid of folk, blues and jazz playing supports Bethlehem’s “vocussion” – her powerful singing, remarkable improvisations and nuanced melodies riding atop her tarima stomps and body percussion.

Almanac Dance Circus Theatre is an award-winning, Philadelphia-based, contemporary circus company dedicated to original works of genre-defying art. Almanac company members come from a range of backgrounds including theatre, dance, circus, gymnastics, education, event production, and advocacy. Through hybrid experimentation, deep narratives, and open environments of circus learning, Almanac gives audiences access to a little bit (or a lot of) everything so they can experience the vicarious thrill of performance without barriers.

Food and beverages will be provided by these generous local businesses:

• Cupbearer Coffee

• Das Good Café

• D’Griot Café

• Gennaro’s Famous Pizza

• Lily of the Valley Cupcakery

• ShopRite of Fox Street

• Weavers Way

October 3, 2026 7:00PM Native Trees, Sonic Roots: Nature in Neighborhood at Bennett Compost

 

October 3, 2026 6:45-9:15PM Underground at Ron's #78

 

Ron Kravitz
Sarah Paz Hyde
Frances Crowhill Miller

Kath Weider
Michael London
Amy Naylor

(If spaces were to fill up, park in the Professional Center
lot at the top of the hill on Flourtown Ave.)

Music in the Moment Community Improv Gathering
We request that you PLEASE REMOVE rings, bracelets & wrist watches, if you are playing any of the "house"
drums/instruments, to prevent damage from happening to an instrument, hand or jewelry.

Environment
This is also fragrance free environment!  Due to my sensitivity to perfumes, colognes, after shaves, cigarette's, etc.,  please attend without a presence of those on your clothes, body, hair, breath, etc.
 

October 3, 2026 1:00-5:00PM Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival

 

October 3, 2026 6:00PM Jorge Luis Pacheco Trio Live from Havana at City Winery Philly

 

Jorge Luis Pacheco Trio Live from Havana

Experience an unforgettable musical journey with the Jorge Luis Pacheco Trio, led by the internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist, composer, and vocalist Jorge Luis Pacheco.

Renowned for his breathtaking virtuosity, explosive energy, and captivating stage presence, Pacheco brings a fresh and innovative voice to contemporary jazz while remaining deeply rooted in the rich traditions of Cuban music.

Jorge Luis Pacheco-piano, vocals

Gerson Lazo-Quiroga-bass

Reinier Mendoza-drums

Tickets: $42-$60

The Loft at City Winery Philadelphia

990 Filbert St

Philadelphia 19107

United States

October 3, 2026 12:00-4:00PM Mt. Airy Arts Festival

 

We're so excited for this weekend! The Mt. Airy Arts Festival is back for its 4th year and will again take place on the beautiful Allens Lane Park grounds.

Join us this Saturday, October 3 for a day of celebrating and appreciating the arts in our neighborhood!

Here are some suggestions from our Planning Committee for having the best day at this year's Festival.

• This is a RAIN-OR-SHINE event! Please bring your umbrellas!
• Allens Lane Art Center and the Park will be closed to traffic, and you'll need to park in the neighborhood and walk into the festival. 
• ADA drop-off point at Greene and Allens Lane.
• We'll be set up on Allens Lane, our driveway, parking lot, and tennis courts! (See our Festival Map Below).
• Get your creative juices flowing with a variety of free hands-on art-making stations. We recommend wearing clothes you don’t mind getting a little paint or clay on!

Don’t Miss the Exciting Lineup on Our Outdoor Stage!

Get ready for a full day of music, art, and community fun! Eemcee DJ, Kyle Bey will kick off the music at 11:00 a.m. and be on deck throughout the afternoon to keep the energy high and the beats flowing between sets—so come early and enjoy the music all day!

Outdoor Performances Begin at 11:45 a.m.:

• 11:45 AM – Saophonist Hiruy Tirfe gets things started with classic jazz and hip-hop fusion
• 12:30 PM – Funky, feel-good vibes from vocalist Gretchen Elise and her band
• 1:15 PM – Energetic walk-through from Philly Rhythm Varsity Drumline
• 2:15 PM – Eclectic sounds from Caleb Cliff
• 3:00 PM – Wrapping up the afternoon with bold funk and R&B grooves, Unfinished Business delivers an upbeat, energetic close to our outdoor performances.

October 3, 2026 7:30PM Daniel DeJesus Album Release Celebration at Studio 34

 

OCTOBER 3 • 7:30 PM

OUT OF THIN AIRES

Album Release Celebration

Studio 34

4522 Baltimore Ave., Philadelphia

Tickets: $20 + $2.29 fee for general admission: $30 + $2.79 fee for addmission + CD: Pay What You Wish also available

If you like Indian flute and vocal music, extraordinary piano, cello and violin, along with beautiful harp, rav drum and fingerstyle guitar…all manifesting in a deep meditative yet fun loving musical flow, then please join us in celebrating the CD release of “ Out of Thin Aires”

Suzzette Ortiz: piano, harp and rav drums
Amira Dvorah: bansuri bamboo flutes and guitars
Daniel De Jesus : Cello and violin
Deepak Kumar Pareek : Voice and harmonium

Amira and Suzzette first got together as the musical accompaniment for a gallery event focused on the mystical poetry of Jalaluddin Rumi.

They met five minutes before the start of the scheduled concert and what happened next was an hour of completely improvised harp, bamboo flute , guitar and rav drums… manifesting out of thin air, riding on the inspired sacred words.

They decided to go into the studio, keeping that  improvisational  creative energy close to heart, to record the album, “Out of Thin Aires”.

Deepak Kumar Pareek was able to add his velvety voice just a day before leaving on a trip to India.

Daniel De Jesus was able to brilliantly add cello and violin from his home studio.

Two years later, the album is here, and even more exciting is that all four widely busy and touring musicians are able to be together in one room for this one evening!  Don’t miss it!

Accessibility Note: Studio 34 iis located on the second floor up a flight of stairs