October 30, 2026 7:30-10:00PM De Tierra Caliente + Youba Cisshokho at The Black Squirrel Club

 

October 30 @ Black Squirrel
Mischief Night fun w/ De Tierra Caliente & Youba Cissokho
7:30pm, 

Tickets: $25 + $1.50 fee , 1049 Sarah St., Philly

Opening act: Youba Cissokho, a 72nd generation master kora player from Senegal, who will be joined by some members of DTC.

De Tierra Caliente: Latin roots fusion original music in Spanish, English & Portuguese playing rhythms from the Caribbean, South America & North America like Salsa, Merengue, Samba, Forro, & more. Totally danceable, totally inclusive.

Youba will also join in for some spontaneous jams with De Tierra Caliente - bring your friends!

October 30, 2026 7:30PM Arun Ramamurthy Trio & Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio

 

Part of the Arts of India Festival

A special double bill of Penn Live Arts debuts! Violinist Arun Ramamurthy and his trio offer “a beautiful, exotic, ear-opening listening experience” with its fusion of jazz and South Indian Carnatic traditions. Performing music from his latest album, New Moon, as well as other originals and reimagined Carnatic repertoire, Ramamurthy’s set will be followed by the Rudresh Mahanthappa Hero Trio, known for “exceptional vitality and an unmistakable chemistry.” Mahanthappa is one of the era’s definitive alto saxophonists, topping DownBeat’s critics’ polls for eight years with bold reinterpretations of jazz classics and an eclectic mix of songs from across the musical landscape. (All About Jazz)

Tickets: $45 - $93 includes fee

Zellerbach Theater

Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6219

October 30, 2026 7:30PM Juan de Marcos and the Afro Cuban All Stars at Miller Theater

 

Come prepared to dance in the aisles! This legendary band and its leader Juan de Marcos have done more than perhaps any other artistic entity to both preserve and expand the music of Cuba, showcasing its most venerable players and newest stars and earning four GRAMMY nominations along the way. Veterans of world tours, the band grew out of the now classic Buena Vista Social Club, a landmark recording—and musical movement—dedicated to reintroducing the world to the irresistible music of Cuba. 

Surrender to the pyrotechnic, virtuoso, absolutely captivating musical experience that is the Afro-Cuban All Stars! 

Tickets: $44 - $102 includes fees

Miller Theater250 South Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102

October 27, 2026 7:30PM Derek Gripper: Kora Music on Guitar at The Church of the Holy Trinity

 

DEREK GRIPPER
World Music
OCT 27th:
7:30pm | The Church of the Holy Trinity, Rittenhouse Square
1904 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Be transported into the world of West African music with Derek Gripper, the South African guitarist who did what many believed could not be done: translate the intricate, interlocking music of the 21-string Malian kora onto a single six-string guitar. Guitar legend John Williams called the feat "absolutely impossible until I heard Derek Gripper do it."

TICKETS and INFO via: https://concertsinamerica.com/derek-oct

October 26, 2026 7:00-8:30PM Women in Rhythm: A Monthly Moon Drumming Ceremony

 

You're invited to the thriving community that is Philly's Women in Rhythm!

Under October's full moon, tap into your own inherent power and energy through rhythm in community with other women. Expressing ourselves within the brave container we create as a group, we'll each use the tools that speak to us most. Choosing from drums, shakers, your body's movement and more, we'll conjure a shared energy of the divine feminine to uplift our individual and collective voices.

RhythmetriX's own Megan Swindro will lead this gathering monthly on the full or new moons. She'll supply all the instruments and hold space for magic!

Transportation Logistics:
Plentiful free parking is available in the large lot on site.

Location is serviced by SEPTA Bus Routes 53, 65, and 71, plus Regional Rail (Tulpehocken Station).

More Info:
No prior drumming experience necessary to be a part of our circle!
Weather permitting, we'll be outside. If the weather is fussy, we'll be indoors at the same address.

Upcoming Dates for Women in Rhythm:
Monday, October 26: (Full Moon)
Monday, November 9: (New Moon)
Tuesday, December 8: (New Moon)

Have additional questions about Women in Rhythm? Please connect with Megan via email: megan@rhythmetrix.com

Tickets: $20-$40 plus$.50 to $1.00 fee

359 W Johnson St, Philadelphia, PA 19144-3103, United States

October 25, 2026 5:30-9:30PM Tino Serrano Y Su Orquesta at the Fringe Bar

 

VSPICE PRODUCTIONS presents

VIVA LA SALSA featuring live music from TINO SERRANO Y SU ORQUESTA!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25th 2026
@Fringe Bar - 140 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Phila, Pa
5:30-9:30PM

VIVA LA SALSA is a monthly live music and dance social in Philly! Join us on Sunday, October 25th back at FRINGE BAR - for a day party with LIVE MUSIC from Philly favorites TINO SERRANO Y SU ORQUESTA

5:30pm - Cuban Salsa Lesson with PHILLY P'ARRIBA - no partner or experience needed!
LIVE MUSIC from TINO SERRANO Y SU ORQUESTA
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!

October 24, 2026 8:00PM Noche de Cumbia: Mariposas Galacticas and Yeison Landero at Tierra Colombiana Restaurant

 

Mariposas Galacticas is an 8-piece Cumbia Klezmer Punk band based in Philly. Combining band members’ South American and Jewish ancestries, the band creates a unique diasporic sound that gets audiences everywhere dancing with rebellious joy. By honoring their Indigenous Andean musical heritage, blended together with punkified ancient Jewish melodies, the band plays a mixture of original and classic tunes that span different languages, cultures, and genres.

Yeison Landero is on tour from Colombia, and is a leading exponent of *cumbia sabanera*, the vibrant accordion-driven sound born in the Colombian Caribbean. Known as “the heir to cumbia,” he carries on the legacy of his grandfather—the legendary Andrés Landero, acclaimed across Latin America as “the king of cumbia.” Hailing from San Jacinto in the Montes de María region, Landero brings the tradition into the present with an energetic, contemporary style that keeps the genre’s essence alive while connecting with new audiences worldwide. Backed by a powerful band, his concerts are a celebration of rhythm, identity, and Caribbean joy.

Tickets: $30

Tierra Colombiana Restaurant & Bar

4535 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA

October 24, 2026 8:00PM-1:00AM Noche de Cumbia con Yeison Landero y Mariposas Galácticas at Tierra Colombiana Restaurant

 

A night of cumbia live music with Yeison Landero and Mariposas Galácticas!

YEISON LANDERO is on tour from Colombia, and is a leading exponent of *cumbia sabanera*, the vibrant accordion-driven sound born in the Colombian Caribbean. Known as "the heir to cumbia," he carries on the legacy of his grandfather—the legendary Andrés Landero, acclaimed across Latin America as "the king of cumbia." Hailing from San Jacinto in the Montes de María region, Landero brings the tradition into the present with an energetic, contemporary style that keeps the genre's essence alive while connecting with new audiences worldwide. Backed by a powerful band, his concerts are a celebration of rhythm, identity, and Caribbean joy.

MARIPOSAS GALÁCTICAS is an 8-piece Cumbia Klezmer Punk band based in Philly. Combining band members’ South American and Jewish ancestries, the band creates a unique diasporic sound that gets audiences everywhere dancing with rebellious joy. By honoring their Indigenous Andean musical heritage, blended together with punkified ancient Jewish melodies, the band plays a mixture of original and classic tunes that span different languages, cultures, and genres.

Tickets: $30.

https://www.tickettailor.com/.../mariposasgalacticas/2357788

Una noche de cumbia en vivo con Yeison Landero y Mariposas Galácticas!

YEISON LANDERO es uno de los principales exponentes de la cumbia sabanera, el vibrante sonido de acordeón nacido en el Caribe colombiano. Conocido como “el heredero de la cumbia”, continúa el legado de su abuelo, el legendario Andrés Landero, reconocido en América Latina como “el rey de la cumbia”. Desde San Jacinto, en los Montes de María, Landero proyecta la tradición hacia el presente con una propuesta enérgica y contemporánea que mantiene viva la esencia del género mientras conecta con nuevas audiencias alrededor del mundo. Acompañado por una potente banda, sus conciertos son una celebración del ritmo, la identidad y la alegría caribeña.

MARIPOSAS GALÁCTICAS es una banda de Cumbia Klezmer Punk de ocho integrantes con sede en Filadelfia. Al combinar las raíces sudamericanas y judías de sus miembros, el grupo crea un sonido diaspórico único que pone a bailar al público de todas partes con una alegría rebelde. Honrando su herencia musical indígena andina y fusionándola con antiguas melodías judías reinterpretadas al estilo punk, la banda interpreta una mezcla de temas originales y clásicos que abarcan diversos idiomas, culturas y géneros.

https://www.tickettailor.com/.../mariposasgalacticas/2357788

Tierra Colombiana Restaurant

4539 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140-1421,

October 24, 2026 1:00-7:00PM El Festival del Jibaro at Norris Square Park

 

October 24, 2026 3:00PM ¡VAMOS A BAILAR! at Esperanza Arts Center

 

Storytime & Activities

TEATRO ESPERANZA

10/24/26, 3:00pm

$5 General Admission, Free for Seniors (60+)

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of storytime, dancing, face painting, and fun activities with author Alyssa Reynoso Morris!

Food and Beverages are available for sale in the Teatro lobby courtesy of Vicki’s Sweets.

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

Rumba 106.1 FM is the official series media partner for EAC’s 26/27 VOCES Series.

This program was made possible thanks to the generous support of the William Penn Foundation, Presser Foundation, NewMusicUSA, and the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.

admission $5: students and seniors free

Teatro Esperanza4261 North 5th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140

October 24, 2026 10:00AM-4;00PM CultureFest! Día de los Muertos at Penn Museum

 

It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are getting ready for one of our most anticipated events of the year. Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a lively holiday blending Indigenous Mexican beliefs and traditions with the Catholic celebrations of All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. With roots in rituals dating back 3,000 years to pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, Día de los Muertos is observed across Latin America and in Latin communities worldwide.

Explore the unique history, traditions, and expressions of this celebration of life and death. Learn about the ofrendas (offerings) at the center of the festivities. These ornate and colorful altars honor the dead (and encourage them to join the party!) with bright yellow marigolds, food, drinks, and photos. Discover the origins of the iconic smiling calacas y calaveras (skeletons and skulls) that are seen on candy, masks, and dolls across parades, vigils, and gatherings.

Tickets: Adults $23

Youths (6 - 17) $14

Seniors $21

College Student $14

Members, Penn students with ID, Penn Faculty/Staff with ID, and children 5 and under are free admission

Penn Museum

3260 South St.

Philadelphia, PA 19104

215 898 4000

October 23, 2026 8:00-10:00PM Fire Museum presents: Inner Spaces at Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery

 

Join us for an extraordinary evening of trans-cultural sound design as Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, in collaboration with Fire Museum Presents, welcomes visionary artists Amir ElSaffar and Lorenzo Bianchi-Hoesch for their collaborative performance, Inner Spaces. Event Details Date: Friday October 23 Time: 8 – 10 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30 p.m.) Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture Gallery 310 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA Admission is on a sliding scale: $15, $25 & Pay As You Wish Capacity is limited for this intimate gallery setting; reserve your seat today to experience this one-of-a-kind sonic collaboration.

Register

October 23, 2026 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Tim Brey Quintet Plays Coltrane

 

Join us as the great Tim Brey and his band pays homage to John Coltrane right here at Notsolatin! We are very honored to host this concert made possible by the folks at @coltrane100philly. Featured along side Tim will be none other than Chris Coles and John Swana! You don’t want to miss this!!!

Doors at 7, show at 7:30
No tickets required, $20 suggested donation
1440 W Ritner St. Philadelphia Pa

October 23, 2026 8:00PM - 11:00PM Afro-Cuban Rumba at iMPeRFeCT Gallery

 

Rumbas are held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month. They are Afro-Cuban percussion jam sessions that celebrate life through song and dance. Rumbas are NOT performances, they're an immersive experience, we share food, drinks and joy! You are welcome to bring anything you would like to share or not.

$10 Suggested Donations are appreciated.

iMPeRFeCT Gallery, 5539 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia PA 19144.

October 23, 2026 7:00-8:30PM Women in Rhythm: A Monthly Moon Drumming Ceremony

 

You're invited to the thriving community that is Philly's Women in Rhythm!

Under October's full moon, tap into your own inherent power and energy through rhythm in community with other women. Expressing ourselves within the brave container we create as a group, we'll each use the tools that speak to us most. Choosing from drums, shakers, your body's movement and more, we'll conjure a shared energy of the divine feminine to uplift our individual and collective voices.

RhythmetriX's own Megan Swindro will lead this gathering monthly on the full or new moons. She'll supply all the instruments and hold space for magic!

Transportation Logistics:
Plentiful free parking is available in the large lot on site.

Location is serviced by SEPTA Bus Routes 53, 65, and 71, plus Regional Rail (Tulpehocken Station).

More Info:
No prior drumming experience necessary to be a part of our circle!
Weather permitting, we'll be outside. If the weather is fussy, we'll be indoors at the same address.

Upcoming Dates for Women in Rhythm:
Monday, October 26: (Full Moon)
Monday, November 9: (New Moon)
Tuesday, December 8: (New Moon)

Have additional questions about Women in Rhythm? Please connect with Megan via email: megan@rhythmetrix.com

October 23, 2026 7:00-10:00PM Mixed People performs at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

 

It’s the final Twilight in the Gardens of the year!

Grab some friends and BYOB for a captivating evening at the Magic Gardens Museum! In our glittery courtyard enjoy a live performance by Mixed People! This new age funk band lead by Paulette Branson is guaranteed to get you dancing.

At the art tables join Teaching Artist Avery Demarest in creating “bug taxidermy!” As the year shifts from lively summer into serene autumn, we can embrace the natural world by capturing life and making it our own. In this workshop, participants will create their own faux mounted bug, using plastic bugs decorated to your heart’s content. Make this creature your own, and go home with a wall hanging that fits your decor or a new pet for your desk. Keep it silly or make it sleek; there is no prior experience needed to join!

Attendees can also enjoy self-guided tours of our rarely-seen mosaicked basement, and can view our exhibition, “Viviendo a través de la muerte: Obras de Ivette Chaires/Living Through Death: Works by Ivette Chaires” in our galleries.

OCTOBER SCHEDULE:

7:00 – 10:00 PM – Bug Taxidermy with Avery Demarest
7:00 – 10:00 PM – Self-Guided Tours of PMG’s mosaicked basement
8:00 – 9:00 PM – Live Performance by Mixed People

ABOUT THE MUSICIAN:
Paulette Branson is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, who founded the band, Mixed People. “Mixed People” is a funky, soul, fusion band with hints of rock and world music…or as they like to call it – new age funk. Versatile musicianship, raw lyrics, and full vocal harmonies create a genuine, mixed musical experience. The name, Mixed People, derived from colors that bloomed out the whole funk and nothing but the funk. It embraces the love of self and others regardless of our differences and celebrates the beauty in us all. Paulette’s music is progressive, and the energy and emotion behind her sound will get you dancing on your feet and singing along.

$30/ Adults
$25/ Students
$20/ Members
BYOB

Buy Tickets

Magic Gardens Museum

1020 South St.

Philadelphia, Pa

215 733 0390

October 22, 2026 7:00-10:00PM AIRLFT: Final Commodore Barry Show of 2026

 

Join us for our last Commodore Barry show for 2026. Come Celebrate with us. Celebrate what? Halloween; Elliott's Birthday; Your Sol Invictus Holiday of Choice; Change; the New Year. Oh, and the release of our new album SPATIAL RECOGNITION on @577 Records. Diehl, Levin, Lawson, Lavelle, Hotep, Marquez, Dennis, Lowery - Philly’s deep rooted sonic omnivores. Philly's advanced creative music lab. It's FREE!
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Super stoked to announce AIRLFT’s debut album “Spatial Recognition.” It drops on October 16, 2026 on 577 Records as a double CD and digital!
You can preorder here:
https://577records.bandcamp.com/album/spatial-recognition
or hit the links for more!
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BUT LIVE… Please join Philly's super collective of composers, improvisors and sonic healers as our incubator session continues at the Commodore.
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Take SEPTA Rt. 23 bus; RR Chestnut Hill West to Carpenter; Carpool!. The AIRLFT series is EVERY 4th THURSDAY - PHOTO: @John Hubbard
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