August 31, 2025 2:00PM the King's Corner Tap Dance Invitational at Broad and South Sts.

 

We will be on the corner of Broad and South on Sunday, August 31st at 2pm!

Sign Up at www.phillytapfest.org/kingscorner

August 30, 2025 11:00AM-5:00PM Indonesian Festival at Fleisher Arts Memorial

 

Indonesian Festival

Celebrate Indonesian Independence Month with Gapura! Enjoy live music and dance, Warung Konsuler services, prize giveaways, and authentic Indonesian merchandise.

August 29, 2025 3:00-7:00PM OIC Philadelphia Alumni Block Party with Urban Guerilla Orchestra and Philly Freeway

 

On August 29, 2025 from 3pm to 7pm come party with us and Freeway at Watts & Girard Avenue for the OIC Philadelphia Alumni Block Party. Our MC for the evening will be Tyronda Thomas of 6ABC.

August 26, 2025 7:30PM Bossa Nova Noites at City Winery Philadelphia

 

City Winery Philadelphia presents Bossa Nova Noites featuring Monique Elen & Larry Williams with Special Appearance by Najee & Special Guests Frank McComb and Robert Irving III live on Tuesday, August 26th at 7:30pm(6:00pm doors)

The “BOSSA NOVA NOITES: BAHIA NIGHTS” concert is presented in three 30 minute parts. We synergize the great legacies of Bossa Nova, Samba and Brazilian popular music and great legacies of Chicago music.

Part 1: “Legado” (legacy) - vocals

• features classic Brazilian songs performed by an all star ensemble of Brazilian musicians led by Quincy Jones and Al Jarreau star arranger LARRY WILLIAMS, and new Brazilian star vocalist: MONIQUE ELEN.

Part 2: “International” (instrumental + vocals)

• features American Jazz star NAJEE, Larry and vocalist Monique with our Brazilian all-stars.

Part 3: “Alquimia” (alchemy) - vocals

• features original songs and Chicago Soul and British Soul classics “set in Brazil” (the current album that is on the charts in U.S., UK, Spain, France, etc.) — performed by Larry, Najee, Monique and our Brazilian all-stars.

Kindly note there is a $25 per person food & beverage minimum in the concert venue. Food and beverages ordered in the restaurant also count towards the minimum. For more information, visit our FAQ page.

Tickets: $35-$58 + fee

990 Filbert St., Philadelphia, PA

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August 24, 2025 7:30PM Pedrito Martinez at City Winery Philadelphia

 

City Winery Philadelphia and WRTI presents Pedrito Martínez live on Sunday, August 24th at 7:30pm.

Pedro Pablo “Pedrito” Martínez was born in Havana, Cuba, Sept 12, 1973 in the Cayo Hueso neighborhood, where rumba is played all day long, and began his musical career at the age of 11, with a foundation in the rumba and Afro Cuban Yoruba traditions. Since settling in New York City in the fall of 1998, Pedrito has recorded or performed with, Paul Simon, Wynton Marsalis, Paquito D’Rivera, Bruce Springsteen, Ruben Blades, Eddie Palmieri, Dave Matthews, and Sting, and has contributed to over 75 albums.

Kindly note there is a $25 per person food & beverage minimum in the concert venue. Food and beverages ordered in the restaurant also count towards the minimum. For more information, visit our FAQ page.

Tickets: $35 - $45 + fee

990 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

August 23, 2025 6:00- 7:30PM Brazilian Night at The Oval

 

Brazilian Night returns to The Oval. Organized by Project Capoeira and Parkway Council, join us for this night of free, family-friendly music, dance, and capoeira celebrating Brazilian culture and kicking-off the Brazilian Day Philadelphia Series www.BrazilianDayPhiladelphia.com.
Schedule:
6 pm - 6:30 pm
Batala Philly, an all-percussion community band that plays Samba Reggae music from Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.

6:30 pm - 7 pm
Samba class with Malaika
Malaika is a skilled samba dancer and teacher. She'll lead a samba class, with live percussion for all ages and abilities.

7 pm - 7: 30 pm
Capoeira Roda with ASCAB Capoeira
Mestre Doutor leads the live music and capoeira games that are fun to watch or join 

Eakins Oval on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway

August 23, 2025 6:00-9:00PM Monthly Noche de Bomba Y Plena Night

 

Come enjoy our monthly Noche De Bomba y Plena where we open our space to the community and other artists to come and join us in an open jam as well as an educational forum for preserving Puerto Rico's traditional music from the island. Family Friendly environment.

We will also have a few baked good, Frozen Limber deserts and other items to raise funds for our center. Looking forward to seeing everyone this Saturday.

Philly Bomba Plena Cultural Center

1801 N 2nd St 1st Floor Suite 2, Philadelphia, PA,

August 23, 2025 12:00-7:00PM Free 3rd District Summer Concert in Wilmington, DE with Urban Guerilla Orchestra and More

 

On August 23rd journey with us to Wilmington DE to Brown -Burton-Winchester Park as we share the stage with Breakwater and Meli'ssa Morgan.

August 23, 2025 12:00-8:00PM Community Appreciation Day featuring Urban Guerilla Orchestra

 

Join us on August 23, 2025 as we perform for Councilam Kenyatta Johnson's Community Appreciation Day at Point Breeze and Tasker Street in South Philly.

August 22, 2025 6:00PM La Maña Brava Residency and Open Mic at Izlas Latin Cuisine

 

La Maña Brava Is hosting a residency at Izlas Latin Cuisine !!!!! Every Friday nights starting next Friday !!!! Open mic 

 for those who want to participate and network with some of the top musicians in the game

Izlas Latin Cuisine/Bar

2725 N American street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania

(267) 314-5644

June 23 - September 26, 2025 Los Bomberos de la Calle Summer Class Schedule

 

August 20, 2025 7:00-9:00PM Bethlehem and Sad Patrick at Char & Stave

 

Join us for coffee, cocktails, and some new tunes at one of our favorite spots.

From the Philadelphia Inquirer:

"The folk-jazz duo of Bethlehem & Sad Patrick are one of the Philly music scene’s under-appreciated treasures. Bethlehem Roberson is a skilled, subtly emotive vocalist who met guitarist Patrick Arkins when the guitarist was hosting an open mic at a cafe in Germantown. Their 2023 album, This Is What We Do, is a minimalist delight, displaying Roberson’s impeccable timing as a vocalist on top-notch Arkins originals like “Because It Rhymes with Sin” and “Starving Kind of Love,” as well as an arresting cover of “House of the Rising Sun.” (Dan DeLuca)"

Char and Stave - 8441 Germantown Avenue

August 20, 21, & 22, 2025 6:00-8:00PM and 12:00-2:00PM Dabke Workshops with El-Funoun Palestinian Dance Troupe

 

Dabke Workshops with El-Funoun Palestinian Dance Troupe August 20, 21 & 22 at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture We are SO excited to be hosting three Dabke workshops with the incredibly talented dance troupe, El-Funoun! Dancers from El-Funoun will be touring the United States in August 2025 to carry out a series of dabke workshops for beginners and advanced dancers. These gatherings promise to provide an inspiring opportunity for participants to learn more about Palestinian dabke, develop dabke skills, and make connections with community members. Further, they will support the work of a vital Palestinian cultural institution to remain steadfast in the face of overwhelming attempts by Israel to silence, suppress and erase Palestinian society and culture.  The workshops will be held on August 20 (6 - 8 PM), 21 (6 - 8 PM) and 22 (12 - 2 PM). Use the buttons below to register for one (or two, or three ) of the workshops. We expect spots to fill up quickly, so make sure to register asap.

August 20 Registration - CLICK HERE

August 21 Registration - CLICK HERE  Al Bustan Seeds of Culture, 310 Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, United States

August 19, 2025 9:00PM-12:00AM York Street Hustle at Bob & Barbara's

 

YSH is making our debut performance on the #BobAndBarbaras stage Tuesday, 8-19 -- and yes, baby, free is the word! We're up from 9-12 so drop on in anytime to catch up with us and oil up those knees!!

Bob and Barbara's Lounge

1509 South St.

Philadelphia, PA  19146

August 18, 2025 8:00PM-12:00Midnight Orquesta del Barrio at LIVE! Casino

 

900 Packer Ave.

Free Parking after 8:00PM

August 17, 2025 3:30-9:00PM Viva La Salsa at Fringe Bar with Live Music from Funk Salsa Urban

 

SPICE/STOPPER PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

VIVA LA SALSA at FRINGE BAR’s 0NE YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!!

VIVA LA SALSA is a monthly live music and dance social at Fringe Bar! Join us for our very special ONE-YEAR CELEBRATION on Sunday, August 17th!

SCHEDULE:
-4PM- Join Edward+Vspice for a salsa workshop like you've never experienced before! We're bringing our "Philly Fusion" style straight to you! Come find out what it's all about!

-5PM- Laurel Card Latin Dance brings you a REPARTO workshop! Cubatón vibes all day!

LIVE MUSIC from FUNK SALSA URBAN!

SPECIAL GUEST DJ KELITA (NYC)

$15 // IN ADVANCE before August 15th

$25 // Aug 15-17

 www.vivalasalsaphilly.com

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

Fringe Bar

140 N Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2001, United States

August 17, 2025 12:00-8:00PM Caribbean Festival at Cherry Street Pier

 

August 16, 2025 6:00-8:00PM Magdaliz Roura and Her Latin Ensemble Crisol at Pretzel Park

 

Friends of Pretzel Park presents Magdaliz and Her Latin Ensemble CRISOL, performing a variety of folk and traditional music genres from all over Latin America and the Caribbean.

FREE concert open to the public.

Pretzel Park, 4300 Silverwood St, Philadelphia, PA 19127

Bring refreshments, a chair, and your dancing shoes 

August 16, 2025 6:00-9:00PM Arte en las Calles Summer Party at Esperanza

 

Arte en las Calles 
Fiesta de Verano
Featuring
Dendê & Band
Forrópera (Chrystal E. Williams & Felipe Hostins)
Blaze Born (AMLA Rock Band)
Hosted by Rumba 106.1’s Johanny Rodriguez
 
Saturday, August 16, 2025 
6:00pm-9:00pm

Esperanza Parking lot (4th & Bristol)

This summer, feel the rhythm, flavor, and joy – Latino style! Join us this August for a vibrant celebration featuring Latin food, live music, dancing, a local merchant fair, balloons, and fun for all ages.

Public Transportation:Esperanza is located along SEPTA Bus Line 47.

Parking: Free parking available at 4th and Bristol

August 16, 2025 12:00-7:00PM Festival of India at Cherry Street Pier

 

August 15, 2025 7:00-10:00PM Combo Melaza Latin Dance Party at LOVE Park

 

August 15, 2025 6:30-10:30M Jimmy Jorge and The Latin Express at The Lighthouse Sports Bar

 

Join Jimmy Jorge and the Latin Express at THE BARN located at the Lighthouse Sport and Entertainment Complex at Front St. and Erie Ave for a night of Hot Live Music on Friday August 15th from 6:30-10:30 pm. Brought to you by The Lighthouse 1893 and sponsored by Pristine Home Care.

August 15, 2025 5:00-9:00PM Black Music City Showcase at Rec Studios

 

The wait is over! The 2025 Black Music City Showcase is officially set for Friday, August 15th at REC Studios. 

In partnership with @recphilly, @wxpnfm, and @wrtimusic, this year’s program awarded over $130,000 in grants to Black visionaries bringing their powerful ideas to life across music, visual art, and performance.

Join us for an honorable night that celebrates Philly’s creative energy and uplifts the artists shaping the future of Black music and culture. #BlackMusicCity

Visit blackmusiccity.com to register FREE!

August 15, 2025 6:30-7:30PM Las Mariposas Galácticas at Eakins Oval

 

This free performance is part of Parkway Presents and is sponsored by the Parkway Council as part of The Oval 2025. Presented in collaboration with Parkway Presents.

Las Mariposas Galácticas:

Las Mariposas Galácticas is a 8-piece Cumbia Klezmer Punk band based in Philadelphia. Drawing on the members’ South American and Jewish roots, the band creates a unique diasporic sound that gets audiences dancing with rebellious joy. Honoring their Indigenous Andean musical ancestries and blending it with punkified ancient Jewish melodies, they perform a mix of original compositions and classic tunes that span languages, cultures, and genres. Las Mariposas have toured the East Coast and collaborated with international acts such as the legendary Argentinian Tropi-punk band Kumbia Queers and the renowned Indigenous Mexican rock band Los Cogelones. They’ve headlined the L.A.T.I.N. PunkFest in both Philadelphia and New York City, and continue to support their communities’ struggles for liberation—from prominent stages to cultural, activist, and grassroots community spaces.

The Parkway Council , a not-for-profit organization, works to accelerate the transformation of Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin Parkway into a great urban park for all.

Additional information about the Oval:

The Oval pop-up festival returns to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway this July and runs for seven weekends. The family-friendly event features eight acres of food, drink, public art, games, and entertainment. The fun takes place at Eakins Oval, across from the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s famous steps. The 2025 Oval is co-organized by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and the Parkway Council.

Eakins Oval is a traffic circle in Philadelphia. It forms the northwest end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway just in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, with a central array of fountains and monuments, and a network of pedestrian walkways.

August 14, 2025 8:00PM Santiago Cruz - Quince de Caminos Tour at World Cafe Live

 

Santiago Cruz is one of the most important pop artists in Colombia. Throughout his twenty-year career, the four-time Latin GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter has cemented himself in the international pop music scene. Cruz’s music is noted for its social commentary, which he conveys through thoughtful lyrics and catchy melodies.

Tickets $2 - $85.65 including fees and taxes

• This is a ticketed event. Everyone must have a ticket for entry.
• Join us before the show for dinner & drinks in The Lounge, our full-service restaurant & bar on the upstairs level which opens at 6pm. View menu & make a reservation.
• Mezzanine ticket holders are seated on the balcony overlooking the main stage, with access to a private bar, restrooms, and dining area where you can order from The Lounge menu.
• If you require accessible seating and none is available online, please contact us at boxoffice@worldcafelive.org or 215-222-1400 prior to the show so we can best accommodate your needs.
• Join the WCL Fan Club for priority entry, food & merch discounts, exclusive offers, and more. Mega & Ultimate Fan levels include 24-hour presale access and no ticket fees.
• World Cafe Live is a nonprofit independent venue where artistry meets social impact. Every purchase helps support our music education & community programs.

World Cafe Live

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA

215 222 1400