January 5, 2025 3:00-6:00PM Roda de Samba e Choro at The Black Squirrel Club

 

Está Chegando! For Brazilians, Samba is much more than a form of music. It is a celebration of community and a way of life. Join us Sunday afternoon in our cozy and intimate back lounge and experience the debut of this very special cultural happening! “Philly Roda de Samba e Choro” brings together some of the area's finest Choro and samba musicians for a festive evening of music making. Come, immerse yourself in the rhythm, flavors and joyous energy of Brasil!

Special guest for January is singer Rose Moraes!
3-5 samba e choro
5-6 forró pé de serra

All are welcome to bring an instrument and sit in with our core group of musicians:

@ernestosclub
Fernanda Bravo (voice/pandeiro)
@GreggMervine (cavaquinho/percussion)
@RobCurto (accordion)
@GabrielFurtado (violão)

January 5, 2025 7:30PM Urban Guerilla Orchestra at City Winery Philadelphia

 

City Winery Philadelphia presents Urban Guerilla Orchestra live on Sunday, Jan 5 at 7:30pm.

The URBAN GUERILLA ORCHESTRA is simply untouchable. Consummate professionals with decades of experience, World class musicians that record and tour with major label artists. Undoubtedly they are one of the best bands performing throughout the United States today. Directed by trumpeter Henri McMillian, The URBAN GUERILLA ORCHESTRA is comprised of instrumentalists and vocalists who have worked with artist such as Michael Jackson, Quincy Jones, Aretha Franklin, Boyz II Men, Alicia Keys, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Kool & the Gang, The Roots and countless others.

City Winery

990 Filbert Street

Philadelphia, Pa  19107

Tickets: $28-$45 + fee

January 4, 2025 8:00PM Breakwater at World Cafe Live

 

Saturday, January 04, 2025

Doors: 8pm | Show: 8pm

$37-$40 advance + day of show

 Music Hall at World Cafe Live

Back by popular demand, Philadelphia’s powerhouse, Breakwater brings it’s fusion of funk, R&B and jazz to the stage. Breakwater formed in 1971
and seven years later were signed to Arista Records by music mogul Clive Davis. After two successful albums that featured hits such as “Say You Love
Me Girl”, “Work It Out” and “Release the Beast”, the legendary Philadelphia rhythm & blues funk jazz horn band has reunited and are splashing
down at the World Cafe Live for a concert you won’t want to miss.

Tickets

World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

215-222-1400

January 3, 2025 8:30PM Viernes Calientes: Juntas Chicas at World Cafe Live

 

Born from the creative vision of multi-genre performers Julia del Palacio and Claudia Valentina, Juntas Chicas is a groundbreaking female-fronted project that merges traditional Mexican music with contemporary influences, reflecting the duo's experiences in New York’s diverse cultural landscape. Juntas Chicas unites New York’s finest jazz and folk musicians to blend son jarocho, rancheras, and norteño with jazz, cumbia, and flamenco. The result is a captivating musical tapestry that celebrates a rich diversity of musical traditions while pushing boundaries into exciting new territory. Cultures cross-pollinate and creative expression transcends boundaries. By infusing the folkloric heritage they inherited with the boundless influences of the artistic melting pot they call home, Juntas Chicas has forged a bold, refreshingly modern sound that is unmistakably their own. Learn more at www.juntaschicas.com.

Friday, January 03, 2025

Doors: 6pm | Show: 8:30pm

 The Lounge at World Cafe Live/3025 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA

This event is FREE, no tickets required! Reservations are highly encouraged.

VENUE INFO – PLEASE READ!

• You must make a table reservation to guarantee seating. Without a reservation, seating will be first-come, first-served if available. There is standing room by the bar area.
• The Lounge is a full-service restaurant – our full food & drink menu is available when doors open.
• If you require accessible seating, please contact us at boxoffice@worldcafelive.org or 215-222-1400 prior to

December 31, 2024 7:00, 9:00, and 11:00PM New Year's Eve with Chelsea Reed & The Fairweather 9 at Chris' Jazz Cafe

 

New Year’s Eve with Chelsea Reed and Fairweather 9

Ring in 2025 with your choice of shows!  Come early or late and get the best that Chris' has to offer as we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome a new year.

General Admission ~ includes a la carte menu:  $50
Dinner & Show package ~ includes 3-course dinner:  $140
VIP Dinner & Show package ~ includes 3-course dinner and stage-front seating:  $160
(Beverages not included)

Dinner & Show fees include server gratuities.

Chris' Jazz Cafe

1421 Sansom St.

Philadelphia, PA

(215) 568-3131

December 31, 2024 8:00PM - 1:00AM West Philadelphia Orchestra New Year's Eve Party at The Black Squirrel Club

 Make Black Squirrel Club part of your New Years Eve plans with West Philadelphia Orchestra. A Philadelphia institution, the premier avant village folk brass party band continues their longstanding tradition of bringing in the New Year with their non-stop, high energy blend of balkan dance beats, Klezmer, New Orleans brass, hip-hop, soul, frevo and ska! They'll curate a full evening of entertainment with appearances by The Frenetic Hanukkah Freylekhs, top tune selectors and a drunken sing-along for all around the stunning Black Squirrel Steinway piano to wrap up the night after we blast in the New Year! You won't want to miss this rollicking good time with Philadelphia's most distinctive party band matching the fantastical vibes of the city's most distinctive venue. It's a Dance Party For The End of Time!

8 PM till 1 AM 2025!

9:00 Frenetic Hanukkah Freylekhs

10:30 Dance Party For The End Of Time

12:30 Drunken Piano Sing-Along

Get your tickets now!

Black Squirrel Club

1049 Sarah Street Philadelphia, PA 19125

December 29, 2024 5:00-9:00PM Urban Guerilla Orchestra in Free Concert at Community Education Center

 

December 27, 2024 6:00-9:00PM Los Bomberos de la Calle Toy Drive with LIve Music

 

Soft opening December 27th; doors open at 6pm Music begins 7-9 pm. This will be our last toy drive for our 3 kings Parrandon Toy giveaway happening on January 5th 2025.

Each adult would need to bring 1 gift Children are free.

Noche De Bomba y Plena - Come enjoy some beautiful Afro- Puerto Rican Rhythms and dance with LosBomberos De la Calle and friends at our next location.

400 East Allegheny Ave.

Philadelphia, PA 19134

December 26, 2024 7:00-10:30PM Greg Moore & Actual Proof with Tonya Lynette at Julz

 

Join us for an incredible night of soulful Jazzy R&B featuring Greg Moore & Actual Proof with the amazing vocalist Tonya Lynette! ✨

📅 Tuesday, December 26th
🕖 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
🚪 Seating begins at 5 PM
📍 JULZ (Former Philly Platinum Grille)
7719 Crittenden Street (Market Square Shopping Center)

✨ Free Parking | No Cover Charge

Bring your friends and enjoy a night filled with smooth grooves, soulful vibes, and live entertainment. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening! 

Julz 

7719 Crittenden St, Philadelphia, PA 19118, USA

December 21, 2024 7:30-10:00PM Mervin Toussaint Quintet at The Black Squirrel Club

 

Toussaint Saturday, December 21 Don't miss the return of saxophonist/composer/bandleader extraordinaire, Mervin Toussaint. This band is no joke; composed of a diverse blend of Philadelphia's most creative and adventurous musicians; a mix of highly accomplished and up-and-coming artists. Come hear all these talented voices as one at the Squirrel! Toussaint's music draws from the rhythms and vibes of his Carribean roots and Haitian church music, then adding the influences of Philly nurtured jazz, R&B and neo-soul; we're in for a distinctively fresh musical journey. Lonnel Johnson III (piano), Morgan Walbridge (vibraphone), Micah Johnson (bass), Julian Miltenberg (drums) Tickets: $15 + $1.75 fee The Black Squirrel Club 1049 Sarah St. Philadelphia, PA

December 21, 2024 10:30PM-1:00AM Ernesto's Club with Tom Moon at Cellar Dog Philly

 

Ernesto's Club trio is bringing Brazilian Choro and Samba to the newly opened Cellar Dog in Philadelphia. With special guests Josh Machiz on bass and Tom Moon on saxophone and flute!

$10 cover charge

Cellar Dog Philadelphia

258 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

December 20, 2024 6:00-8:00PM Parranda en la Cinco at Marz Auto Central

 

¡Alegre vengo de la montaña, de mi cabaña que alegre está! Join us for a festive parranda on Friday, December 20th, from 6 to 8 PM at Marz Auto Central, located at 4518 N 5th St.

Bring your instruments and voices as we come together to sing traditional Puerto Rican aguinaldos and celebrate our culture. Enjoy free food and live entertainment in the spirit of the season.

This is a night you won’t want to miss. Gather your friends and family and join the celebration!

Marz Auto Central

4518 N. 5th St.

Philadelphia, Pa  19140

December 20, 2024 6:00-9:00PM Noche de Bomba Y Plena Toy Drive and Opening of Philly Bombaplena Cultural Center

 

This will be an evening of Bomba and Plena music and dance this event will be a soft opening of our new location as well as a toy drive for our 3 kings parrandon coming this January 5th 2025.
Come and enjoy and celebrate an evening of culture and don’t forget to bring a gift to donate for ages 5-10 yld. Looking forward to seeing all of you there.

400 E. Allegheny Ave.

Philadelphia, Pa  19134

December 19, 2024 6:00PM Mambo Legends: The Music Never Ends at Esperanza Arts Center

 

MAMBO LEGENDS: THE MUSIC NEVER ENDS

WHYY/EAC Latin Rhythm & Reels Miniseries

Latin Food, Live Music, Screening, and Conversation 

12/19/24, 6:00pm

Gran Salon & Plaza

FREE

The Mambo Legends Orchestra is committed to keeping the sounds of the great Afro Cuban bandleaders Machito, Tito Puente, and Tito Rodriguez alive for future generations. Comprised of several former members of these legendary orchestras, The Mambo Legends provide a link to the golden era of music in New York in the early 1940s, when the Machito Orchestra fused the big-band sound of popular music with the rhythms of Africa, Cuba, and Puerto Rico to create an enduring musical genre beloved around the world.

Gran Salon & PlazaEsperanza Arts Center, 4261 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

December 17, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Oatts and Oatts Quintet

 

THE OATTES ARE BACK!!!! FIRST TIME SINCE JAN ‘22

Join us on Tuesday, 12/17 as we present the incredible quintet of Chris and Dick Oatts!!

This will be the last tuesday night show of the year, don’t miss it!!

Doors at 7, show at 730

December 16, 2024 9:00-11:00PM Rhythm and Flow Skate Workshop at Urban Movement Arts

 

Must have your own skates!

Coming up!! Skate workshop in the mix with this man @bowtiebartender247 !! The sk8 party is always rockin' when he's in the bldg!! Come and learn rhythm and flow on December 16th with us. It's about to be so much fun!!!! Pls follow @bowtiebartender247. He's pulling up, and we are about to act out! Ya'll know the vibes are infectious. #cali #philly #skate Inbox me if you have questions   You can pay at the door upon arrival or $indiefive00 cash app @India- bernardino venmo Name and 12/16 in the txt

December 15, 2024 12:00-2:00PM Latin Music Happy Hour Brunch with Magdaliz Roura at Al Pastor Havertown

 

Come join Magdaliz Roura for a Live Latin Music Happy Hour Brunch from 12:00pm until 2:00pm.
The full menu will be available as well.
FAMILY FRIENDLY!

Al Pastor Havertown
13 W Benedict Ave, Havertown, PA 19083
484-455-4585

December 15, 2024 7:00PM Not So Big Band Concerts: Chelsea Reed and Fairweather Nine and Josh Lee and the Extended Family

 

ITS CHRISTMAS TIME AT NOTSOLATIN… BIGBAND STYLE!!!! 🎄🎄

Together, live and in concert, for one night only, it’s Chelsea Reed and the Fairweather Nine AND Josh Lee and the Extended Family!!!! Join us Sunday, December 15th for a very special last Notsobigband of the year jam packed with all your holiday favorites! The Fairweather Nine will go and first with the Extended Family closing the night with Duke Ellington’s Harlem Nutcracker. So much great music, so many great musicians, you don’t want to miss this.

Doors at 7, show at 730pm. See you there

December 15, 2024 3:30-8:00PM Viva La Salsa with Orquesta del Barrio at Fringe Bar

 

Vspice Productions presents

VIVA LA SALSA at FRINGE BAR!

VIVA LA SALSA returns ! Join us on Sunday, December 15th at Fringe Bar for those day party vibes, this time featuring ORQUESTA DEL BARRIO and VERY SPECIAL GUEST DJ JOSE RODRIGUEZ!

3:30pm - Lesson with Eddie Alba of Albasario Dance Company
4:30-8pm - live music and DJ sets with ORQUESTA DEL BARRIO and DJ JOSE RODRIGUEZ

$20 // advance
$25 // at the door
TICKETS:
https://www.eventbrite.com/.../viva-la-salsa-featuring...

This is a family-friendly event! Just remember to bring ear protection for the little ones!

>PARKING INFO: Discounted parking is available at PARKOMINIUM located at 231 N. 2nd St, just a few blocks from Fringe Bar

December 14, 2024 7:00-8:30PM Alex Moreno & Los Panas Band "My Christmas Songbook"

 

El sábado, 14 de Diciembre, a las 7pm, tendrás la oportunidad de escuchar los clásicos navideños que todos conocemos, de la voz de @alexmorenosinger acompañado por Los Panas Band, en un concierto inolvidable, que tiene como objetivo recaudar fondos para las actividades de la @crucifixion_episcopal_church y @gdvphilly .

Este es un evento familiar, en uno de los espacios más hermosos del sur de Philadelphia. Además habrá venta de comida, bebida y vendedores locales para que puedas hacer tus compras navideñas.

¡No te lo pierdas! ¡Corre a comprar tus entradas en el link que está en nuestra biografía!

On Saturday, December 14th at 7pm, you’ll have the chance to hear the Christmas classics we all know, from the voice of @alexmorenosinger accompanied by Los Panas Band, in an unforgettable concert, which aims to raise funds for the activities of the @crucifixion_episcopal_church and @gdvphilly.

This is a family event, in one of the most beautiful spaces in South Philadelphia. There will also be food, drinks and local vendors for sale so you can do your Christmas shopping.

Don’t miss it! Hurry to buy your tickets at the link in our bio!

Sat, December 14, 2024 07:00 PM - 08:30 PMEST

807 Bainbridge St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Tickets: $25

children under 12 yrs $10