Notsolatin Concert Series
hosted by
Alejo de los Reyes and Shinjoo Cho
The Argentine Jam at Notsolatin is back! Alejo de los Reyes and Shinjoo Cho host a peña, which brings together musicians of a wide range of experience to partake in playing music from Argentina and beyond. Bring your instrument and come play!
$10-25 suggested donation.
Enjoy an evening of art, live music, film, cocktails, and light fare at our monthly First Friday mixer. This month’s event is presented in partnership with the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival (PHLAFF), which celebrates the extraordinary work of emerging and established Latine/x/a/o filmmakers, musicians, and artists. The program features music by Yasser Tejeda as well as short films from this year’s festival and includes access to our second-floor collection galleries.
Yasser Tejeda is an award-winning Dominican composer, guitarist, vocalist, and producer. Tonight he will perform music from his latest album, La Madrugá—Afro-Caribbean compositions that fuse traditional styles with merengue, jazz, and rock. Later in the evening, DJ Bobby Flowers will play a set on the West Terrace.
Live music: 6:30pm (Annenberg Court)
DJ set: 7:30pm (West Terrace)
PHLAFF film screenings: 7:45pm (Comcast NBCUniversal Auditorium):
World Cafe Live - The Lounge
3025 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA
Free admission
This event is FREE, no tickets required! Reservations are highly encouraged.
VENUE INFO - PLEASE READ!
The Hustler of Culture Show is a curated open mic, featured performer variety show. Poets, MC’s, Comedians and Vocalists take to the stage to provide the ultimate entertainment experience! Happening at Kanvas Lounge in Philly, the evening is hosted by E the poet-emcee w /DJ Stacey Dowling of Dowling’s Palace and Live Band.
The Hustler Of Culture Show!
Tuesday June 3rd
Notsolatin Concert Series
$10-25 suggested donation.
We hope to see you there!
Small cover charge after 8pm
Morgan's Pier
221 N. Cobumbus Blvd
Philadelphia, Pa
Sunday, June 1st, 3-6pm. Philly Roda returns with a special celebration of Festas Juninas.
3-4:30 samba e choro. 4:30-6 forró pé de serra.
Event is now 21+. We apologize to all of the families who have been enjoying our monthly event.
Cover charge $10
1049 Sarah St.
Philadelphia, PA
It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. Enjoy fun art activities, performances, Spanish-learning storytimes, and free access to the collection.
This month, we're celebrating the rich musical traditions of bomba and plena with special performances by Los Bomberos de la Calle. The talented group returns to the Barnes after their captivating 2023 performance with an expanded lineup that promises to get crowds up and moving! Join us for an interactive and immersive performance that honors the vibrant musical heritage of Puerto Rico.
Registration opens Thursday, May 29, at 10am.
Art Activities
Enjoy art-making activities and explore the Barnes collection through scavenger hunt challenges to claim your prize! Perfect for the whole family—ages 2 and up.
Storytime: Canticuentos with Ana Atach
Canticuentos are fun Spanish-language storytime and sing-along sessions. Local storyteller Ana Atach teaches words for animals, colors, and more through movement and song. Discover the beauty of the Spanish language and culture. Ideal for the entire family (ages 2 and up), including those with and without Spanish-language knowledge.
Celebrate the musical heritage of Puerto Rico with Los Bomberos de la Calle. This dynamic Philly-based dance group has been blending traditional and contemporary styles of bomba and plena music for the past 13 years. Led by founder and director Anthony Mendez, they have shared their soulful music at venues like the Mann Center and Kimmel Center, as well as local events such as the Hispanic Heritage Festival, Mummers Parade, and Feria del Barrio Festival. Their mission to preserve Puerto Rican traditions continues at the Philly Bomba Plena Cultural Center, where they raise funds and offer community programming.
The Performance Garage
1515 Brandywine St.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Batala Philly (in photo) performs 4:45-5:15 at 4823 Hazel Ave
De Tierra Caliente performs at 5:15 at 4823 Hazel Ave.
West Philly Porchfest is an annual do-it-yourself music festival, featuring musicians of all kinds playing free shows on porches throughout the neighborhood. Created by and for West Philadelphia residents, the festival seeks to represent and celebrate the community’s broad musical and cultural diversity.
Fandango to follow! List of performers with times and addresses
Map of performance locations
The Fallser Club
3721 Midvale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19129
Tickets: $20
The Roots Picnic returns to the Mann in Fairmount Park for two days of music, art, and culture on Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1!
Multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning R&B titan D’Angelo will headline the landmark festival alongside The Roots, marking the Black Messiah musician’s return to Roots Picnic. Meanwhile, 4x GRAMMY Award-winning artist and all around multi-hyphenate icon Lenny Kravitz will take the stage to perform hits across his decades-spanning oeuvre as well as his latest studio album Blue Electric Light. Philadelphia legend Meek Mill will also make his first appearance on the Roots Picnic stage.
Roots Picnic will also welcome Memphis raptress GloRilla, fresh off the success of her album Glorious. Known as a spirited hub of boundless collaboration and unfettered creativity, the festival will bring together more icons from across the globe including Tems, Latto, Kaytranada, Jeezy, Pusha T, 2 Chainz, Musiq Soulchild, Kur, Elmiene, Jagged Edge, Backyard Band featuring CeeLo Green, Crystal Waters, Lay Banks, and Laila!. More Roots Picnic performers will be announced in the coming weeks.
In addition to high-octane performances each day, Roots Picnic will keep the party going all weekend with a newly-established day party lineup. Attendees can catch their favorite DJs and dance into the night with the likes of Trap Karaoke, Chill Vibes featuring DJ Active, Doo-Wop …That R&B Party, Dear Summer Festival, Kirk Franklin’s Sunday School w/ DJ Mal-Ski, Philly Black Pride, and more.
