Saturday, September 19, 2026

September 26, 2026 7:00PM La Guagua 47 Community Concert at Taller Puertorriqueño

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Taller Puertorriqueño Hispanic Heritage Month Concert Join us for a concert performance in Taller's theater, with a reception to follow. Presented by La Guagua 47 and Taller Puertorriqueño. This is a pay-what-you-can event, open to all.

Taller Puertorriqueño

2600 N. 5th Street

Philadelphia, PA 19133

September 25, 2026 7:30PM Orquesta la Desobediente at The Black Squirrel Club

Primer concierto de ORQUESTA LA DESOBEDIENTE, este viernes 25 de Septiembre en blacksquirrelclub . Música Colombiana, Afrocubana y Hits del Funk, 14 músicos en escena, Tremendo Rumbonnn!!!! No te la pierdas. 

First concert by ORQUESTA LA DESOBEDIENTE—this Friday, September 25th, at blacksquirrelclub. Colombian and Afro-Cuban music,  Funk Hits, 14 musicians on stage, and an incredible party! Don't miss it.

25 Sept
blacksquirrelclub
7:30 pm
$20

Friday, September 18, 2026

September 24, 2026 6:30PM Dance Cuban Salsa! Rueda de Casino classes at Parkway Central Library

Philly P’arriba brings Rueda de Casino (also known as Cuban salsa) to the City of Brotherly Love!

Rueda de Casino combines rich Latin and Afro-Cuban rhythms and was born of a determination to build community in a challenging political climate. The dance consists of high energy calls in a circle of constantly rotating partners, creating a whirlwind of rhythm and laughter.

Philly P’arriba classes are all levels all the time, and they encourage new and experienced dancers alike to join in creating joy, community, and connection through the joy of the rueda.

Come join our circle!

These welcoming, engaging classes are taught by Philly P’arriba instructors. Find them on Facebook: Philly Parriba or drop them a line: Lanacorrales1@gmail.com

Please call the Music Department at 215-686-5316 or email us at music@freelibrary.org if you have any questions.

Music Department
Room 126
215-686-5316

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

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

September 22, 2026 10:30AM-12:30PM PHonk!Phlly presents Samba Foundations

Bom Dia PHamily

Bring ya Mom-Moms & Pop-Pops to Center in the Park (@centerinthepark) Tuesday mornings for Samba Foundations! We’re excited to bring our cultural arts programming to the Germantown community starting September 22nd.

When we transitioned PHonk!Philly to programming in 2023, we had one goal: to share our love of Afro-diasporic carnival and street procession traditions with all corners of Philadelphia — and this new milestone makes it official. We can’t wait to uplift the Germantown community!

South Philly at Hawthorne Cultural Center

West Philly at Jubilee School

Northwest/Germantown at Center in the Park

“Center in the Park is all about Positive Aging: maintaining physical health, mental sharpness, and social connections as you grow older. Our resources help you stay active, engaged, and empowered to live a fulfilling, independent life at every stage of aging.

Our Center programs provide opportunities for adults age 55+ to get active, engage in the arts, develop new skills, connect with others, and have fun!”

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

September 21, 2026 6:00-8:55PM Kulu Mele African Dance Bash with 3 classes at CEC

Ready to move with us? Kulu Mele’s African Dance Bash is back this Monday with three classes, three styles, and one evening of movement, music, and community!

Come catch a sweat with Afro-Beats, turn up the energy with Soca Fitness, and close out the evening with West African Dance. Whether you’re looking for a great workout, want to try something new, or just need a joyful way to release some stress and connect with community, there’s a place for you on the dance floor.

Bring a friend and come experience the joy of movement, music, and community together!

Monday, September 21, 2026
Community Education Center
3500 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia

Class Schedule

6:00–6:55 PM — Afro-Beats with Yusuf Young
7:00–7:55 PM — Soca Fitness with Monisha
8:00–8:55 PM — West African Dance with Zakiya C.

Pricing

Adults: $15 per class or $40 for all three

Children under 16: $10 per class or $25 for all three

Pay at the door — Cash, Cash App, or Zelle.

All levels are welcome. Come for one class or stay for all three!

Come dance, sweat, smile, and share space with our community. We’d love to see you there!

Monday, September 14, 2026

September 20, 2026 5:00-7:00PM Pasion Y Arte Flamenco's Welcome Back Juergaat Overbrook Garage Studio

A flamenco jam session with no line between audience and performer, everyone plays, sings, and dances together. Come channel duende and share it with others.

Sunday, September 20 · 5:00 to 7:00pm
Overbrook Garage Studio, 6411 Overbrook Ave, Philadelphia

Free · BYOB and bring a snack to share

September 20, 2026 5:30-9:30PM Viva La Salsa with Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express at Fringe Bar

VSPICE PRODUCTIONS presents

VIVA LA SALSA featuring live music from JIMMY JORGE AND THE LATIN EXPRESS!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th 2026
@Fringe Bar 140 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, Pa
5:30-9:30PM

VIVA LA SALSA is a monthly live music and dance social in Philly! Join us on Sunday, September 20th back at FRINGE BAR - for a day party with LIVE MUSIC from Philly favorites JIMMY JORGE + THE LATIN EXPRESS!

5:30pm - Salsa Lesson with Jose+Isa of Ritmos Unidos Dance Studio - no partner or experience needed!
LIVE MUSIC from JIMMY JORGE + THE LATIN EXPRESS
DJ sets from DJ VSPICE
Hosted and presented by DJ Vspice Veronica MJ
video/photo by whisper.shutter photography!

$15 ticket price only available at the door BEFORE 6pm // $25 general admission, at the door after 6pm
ARRIVE BEFORE 6PM ON SUNDAY SEPT 20th FOR $15 ADMISSION!

www.vivalasalsaphilly.com

*PARKING INFO* there is discounted parking ($13) available at the PARKOMINIUM lot located just around the corner from Fringe Bar! 231 N. 2nd St
Bring your ticket to the host stand at Fringe Bar and get it stamped for discounted parking!

Sunday, September 13, 2026

September 19, 2026 3:00PM The Siempre Salsa All Stars at Esperanza Arts Center

¡BAILE! Salsa

EAC’s VOCES Series spotlights a different facet of Latin American culture and traditions each season. This year’s VOCES Series will feature dance traditions from Latin America, the Latin Caribbean, and the Latin Diaspora.

Elba Hevia y Vaca, Teatro Esperanza Artist in Residence

Priscila Bell Lamberty, Galeria Esperanza Artist in Residence

SALSA

Ashley Rivera & Elian Gomez, Dancers

Siempre Salsa All Stars

featuring vocalist Carlos Sanchez,

and four-time Grammy winning artist, Willie Torres

TEATRO ESPERANZA

9/19/26, 3:00pm

$20 General Admission, Free for Students & Seniors (60+)

September 19 @ 3:30 am - 04:00 pm

Teatro Esperanza
4261 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

Tel: (215) 324-0746

September 19, 2026 11:00AM-3:00PM Free Fall Arts Fest at the Kimmel Center

Kick off the 2026-27 arts and culture season and our 25th anniversary celebration of the Kimmel Center!

Experience live performances and interactive activities featuring our Resident Companies and regional arts and cultural organizations. Enjoy exclusive 50% off ticket offers, fun giveaways, tours of Marian Anderson Hall, a kids’ activity zone, and more.

Our annual kickoff to Philadelphia’s arts and culture season doubles as a birthday party for the Kimmel Center as we celebrate its 25th anniversary!

Plaza Stage

Perelman Theater

Rendell Room

Marian Anderson Hall

September 19, 2026 3:00PM Esperanza Arts Center's Spotlight on Dance Traditions of Latin America: Salsa!

ESPERANZA ARTS CENTER’S 2026–2027 SEASON SPOTLIGHTS DANCE TRADITIONS OF LATIN AMERICA

Galería Esperanza features a new exhibition, residency, and commission by Priscilla Bell Lamberty

¡BAILE!

Esperanza Arts Center’s 2026–2027 season features the origins and evolution of diverse dance traditions across Latin America, the Latin Caribbean, and the Latin Diaspora. Throughout the season, audiences will explore cultural expression through movement and music from Puerto Rico, Brazil, Spain, Cuba, Argentina, Bolivia, and the Dominican Republic through interactive performances and workshops, as well as in-depth conversations and Q&As with internationally celebrated dancers and musicians.

In addition, for the first time since its inception in 2018, EAC will connect programs on the Teatro stage with exhibitions in Galería Esperanza through a newly commissioned work by Galería Artist-in-Residence Priscilla Bell Lamberty, inspired by Latin American dance traditions.

The centerpiece of EAC’s 2026–2027 season will be folkloric, popular, classical, and contemporary dance performances and choreography by Ashley Rivera & Elian Gomez, Sarah Chung & Damian Lobato, La Lengua del Tambor, Pasión y Arte de Flamenco, and Philadelphia Ballet, including world premieres by Christina Castro Tauser and Suzzette Ortiz, and Teatro Esperanza Artist-in-Residence Elba Hevia y Vaca.

A stellar collection of musical ensembles will highlight the inextricable and often complex connection between dance and music, with performances by Siempre Salsa All Stars, Timbalona Collective, Network for New Music, Oscuro Quintet, Grupo Opcion, Philly Rhoda de Samba e Choro, and a dance-inspired Latin Jazz program curated by Grammy Award-winner Pablo Batista.

Major support for EAC’s 2026–2027 season is provided by William Penn Foundation, The Presser Foundation, Philadelphia Cultural Fund, Musical Fund Society, Creative Philadelphia, Steven R. Gerber Trust, NewMusicUSA, PECO, NAMM Foundation, and the Institute of Museum & Library Services.

EAC is thankful for our season partners and sponsors: Artistas y Músicos Latino Americanos, Philadelphia Ballet, Artcinia, Free Library of Philadelphia, Piffaro, Philadelphia Film Society, Philadelphia Classical Guitar Society, Network for New Music, Tamo en Cine, and Rumba 106.1 Philadelphia.

Food and beverages are available for sale in the Teatro lobby throughout the season courtesy of EAC’s official concession partner, Helados Chupi Chupi.

Ashley Rivera & Elian Gomez, Dancers
Siempre Salsa All Stars
Featuring vocalist Carlos Sanchez and four-time Grammy-winning artist Willie Torres
TEATRO ESPERANZA

4261 N. 5th St.

Philadelphia, Pa 19140
September 19, 2026 | 3:00 p.m.
$20 General Admission | Free for Students & Seniors (60+)

Saturday, September 12, 2026

September 18, 2026 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Laura Lizcano

Join us as we welcome back the incredible Laura Lizcano and her band this friday, September 18th! This will be a very special performance as she is release her new single “Sálvese Quien Pueda.” You don’t want to miss this show filled with great music and great vibes. See you there!

1440 W. Ritner St., Philadelphia, PA

Doors at 7p / Show at 7:30p

$20 suggested donation

Friday, September 11, 2026

September 17, 2026 8:00PM Bakithi Kumalo and the Graceland Experience at The Newtown Theatre

One of the highest-rated shows ever at the theatre, this concert will feature Graceland Experience, a tribute band that includes Bakithi Kumalo, best known for his fretless bass playing on Simon’s 1986 “Graceland” album.

The band features Kumalo and friends performing the entire “Graceland” album, along with a selection of world music.

The Newtown Theatre

120 N State St, Newtown, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 18940

Tickets:

General Admission Seating

General Admission (All Fees Included)

$40.00

Newtown Theatre Members (All Fees Included)

$34.99

VIP Seating (First 5 Rows + 1 Free Drink)

VIP Seating (All Fees Included)

$53.00

VIP Seating - Newtown Theatre Members (All Fees Included)

Thursday, September 10, 2026

September 16, 2026 3:00-8:00PM Live Music from Mariachi El Mau at Blue Corn Mexican Restaurant and Bar

Celebrating Mexico’s Independence!

Join us for a special day featuring a Chile en Nogada prix fixe menu and live music by Mariachi El Mau.

: Wednesday September 16th

940 S. 9th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147

We are accepting reservations from 3:00pm - 8:00pm Call

: 215-925-1010 to make yours today!

Come celebrate Mexican culture, tradition, and flavor with us!

Monday, September 7, 2026

September 13, 2026 12:00-5:00PM Feria del Barrio

ARE YOU READY FOR FERIA?!?!?

GET READY for the Latine community celebration of the year! Experience live music, art, culture, food, and community as el Bloque de Oro comes alive.

From Isabela, Puerto Rico, Chuwi is redefining the island’s sound with a bold fusion of plena, indie, and Caribbean rhythms. With over 10 million monthly listeners and their hit collaboration with Bad Bunny on “WELTiTA,” they’re bringing their unforgettable energy to North Philly for one incredible afternoon. 

 Chuwi is headlining Feria del Barrio 2026! 

 Alongside Chuwi we’re bringing an incredible lineup of artists, musicians, and cultural dance groups to el Bloque de Oro:
Tino Serrano with Angel Rios
Los Pueblitos
Son Colombia Maribel Egea
Bachata Tropical
Kulu Mele African Dance
Segunda Quimbamba
& MORE!

Come be part of a  bigger, better, and more unforgettable Feria than ever! It’s going to be a party!

2600 North 5th Street between Huntingdon & Somerset  Sunday, September 13, 2026  12 PM–5 PM

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