August 3, 2024 2:00-8:00PM Afro-Asiatic Peace Concert at Church of the Crucifixion

 

Day 2 of a three-day event celebrating the revolutionary James Baldwin's 100th birthday in Philadelphia (Aug. 2, 3, 5).

Join us for an afternoon of music, dance, and art as we celebrate James Baldwin's 100th birthday. Cultural performances will include Palestinian music & dance, jazz, Chinese opera, Indian dance, African drums, Korean dance, and more.

Saturday, August 3rd | 2-8 pm | Church of the Crucifixion, 807 Bainbridge St, Philadelphia

This August, the people of Philadelphia will come together to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of JAMES ARTHUR BALDWIN (Aug. 2, 1924 – Dec. 1, 1987) with three days of music, dance, art, film, and discussion. We honor Baldwin as GOD'S REVOLUTIONARY VOICE: a literary, philosophical, cultural, artistic, and ideological genius, whose contributions to the revolutionary remaking of world humanity are bearing fruit today — as America and the world's people journey through a transition of epochs. We invite all to join us in answering Baldwin's revolutionary call for peace, and embracing his great task of achieving our nation.

Free and open to the public. More info at YearOfJamesBaldwin.org

You can find the other days of this three-day celebration on our Facebook page.

Organized by the Saturday Free School for Philosophy and Liberation, in partnership with the Education, Philosophy, and Religion Department of the Free Library of Philadelphia

Free and open to the public

Church of the Crucifixion

807 Bainbridge St.

Philadelphia, Pa

August 3, 2024 11:00AM to Sunset Johnny Brenda's Bodega Sound System Fest with Guachinangos

 

BODEGA SOUND SYSTEM FEST 

+++ SATURDAY AUGUST 3RD +++

Join us for the first BODEGA SOUND SYSTEM FEST, brought to you by GUACHINANGOS at Johnny Brenda's on Sat. August 3rd. starting at 11AM!

 

Street vendors via EL MERCADO CULTURAL, food & drink specials - downstairs DJ sets by DJ Metamorfo & Friends. Venue doors at 7PM, followed by performances by DJ METAMORFO, DE RAIZ and GUACHINANGOS! Music all day and night, til the bar closes!

VENDORS via EL MERCADO CULTURAL - IGs: @lacalacaflacaphilly @fleisherart
El Mercado Cultural is a Fleisher Art Memorial initiative with the purpose of supporting Latinx merchants as a collective with free resources and new vending spaces in the Philadelphia area. These artisanal markets showcase and strengthen the identity of their cultures and traditions by sharing with us the arts and crafts from their homelands. 

Maxi Little Shop - Centerpieces with everlasting flowers and hair bows and crochet - IG: maxi_little_shop

ArtesinA - Contemporary artisanal jewelry, accessories and art - IG: @artesinaphilly

Artesanías Sangre Azteca - Preserving Aztec culture through modern wares. - IG: venenodulce28

Princesa LLC - Women’s clothing and jewelry - IG: @princesa.llc

Ana Mariana Ramirez - Traditional Guatemalan wares - IG: artesania_guatemalteca_de_ana

IN THE VENUE  |  7PM DOORS / $15-18 / 21+

 

GUACHINANGOS
Cumbia with a Mexican Jarocho flavor, Guachinangos features members from diverse cultural backgrounds. The band fuses Mexican son jarocho with Colombian cumbia and other Latin American rhythms.

guachinangos.com

DE RAIZ
From the vibrant music scene of New York City, the Latin alternative band DeRaiz has been captivating audiences for over 10 years with their fusion of traditional Latin rhythms and modern indie rock. Formed in 2013, the band blends elements of cumbia, salsa, and champeta with influences from rock, funk, and hip-hop.
IG: deraizband 

Website: https://deraizmusica.com/

DJ METAMORFO 
Metamorfo was born dancing in the rhythmic diversity of Queens, New York City, and it shows in his musical selections, from Old School Salsa, to Cumbia, Breakbeats and beyond.

IG: @michaelnoonang

 

Tickets for inside venue: $15 + $3.65 fee

August 3, 2024 7:30-10:30PM Tracks at the Vale w/ Francis Mbappe and Ryan Tennis

 

Please join us for the final Tracks at the Vale Concert of the summer on Saturday, August 3rd at the Vale, a pluricultural hideaway in Mt. Airy, Philadelphia!

DOORS: 7:00pm, Music at 7:30pm, hard stop at 10:30pm.
ENTRANCE: $20 advance, $25 day-of show (To reserve your spot, Venmo @ryantennismusic, PayPal ryantennismusic@gmail.com, or zelle @rytennis59@gmail.com)
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Headlining will be world-renowned Cameroonian bass player/vocalist, Francis Mbappe, and his fantastic band. Mbappe has performed with Herbie Hancock, played with Fela Kuti at his compound in Nigeria, and was Manu Dibango’s music director for 8 years. His sound blends various West African music traditions with R&B, Funk, and Jazz. Bring your dancing shoes!

Ryan Tennis (your host) will open the night. His music is all about dismantling boundaries and bringing people together. Genre-defiant by nature and with diversity at its core, his rousing songs are infused with the rhythms from the many countries he’s visited during his extensive tours. While his performances are dynamic and danceable, Tennis’ voice and songs have a disarming sweetness that lowers your defenses and lets you breathe easy.

CLOVER & SUNDREAM mix sultry soul, sweet harmony, and bop-your-head grooves for a musical elixir that goes down smooth. Inspired by legends like Carole King and The Beatles alongside contemporaries like Maggie Rogers and Mac DeMarco, they have a timeless sound that weaves storytelling with catchy melodies. Their songs touch on

Drinks and light snacks will be provided. Entrance is $20 if you purchase in advance and $25 at the door.

To reserve your spot, DM me here and Venmo $20 to @ryantennismusic or PayPal to ryantennismusic@gmail.com.

Doors 7pm, Music 7:45pm, hard stop at 10:30pm.

***PARKING: PLEASE PARK ON CRESHEIM ST., which is just a block from my house, and not on Sedgwick St.***

When coming and going, please be respectful of our neighbors and keep conversations at a reasonable volume.

229 W. Sedgwick St. 

August 2, 2024 7:00-10:00PM Orquesta del Barrio Salsa Dance Party at Love Park

 

LOVE Park goes "live" this Friday (8/2) with ORQUESTA DEL BARRIO and Honorary Co-Hosts, DAVID PINA (Tamalex Restaurant and Grill, 122 Lombard Street) and EDGAR RAMIREZ (Philatinos Radio). Free event for all ages.

August 2, 2024 9:30PM Brazilian Fridays with Dendê & Band at World Cafe LIve

 

Doors Open: 6:00 PM

Get ready to drink, dine, and dance the night away at our free first Friday dance party! The night kicks off at 8:30pm with a curated mix of Brazilian dance favorites to get you warmed up. Live music starts at 9:30pm with house group Dendê & Band, showcasing their unique flavor of Afro-Brazilian, Samba, and Funk. Vamos dançar!

Admission is FREE! RSVP does not guarantee entry. To make a reservation and guarantee a seat, click here or call 215-222-1400.

VENUE INFO - PLEASE READ!

• You must make a table reservation in addition to your RSVP 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.com 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.
• See FAQ for more information.
• World Cafe Live
• 3025 Walnut St.
• Philadelphia, Pa

July 31, 2024 5:00-8:00PM Garden Jams at Penn Museum: Guachinangos

 

Unwind to world music by local Philly bands. Grab small bites and sips from food trucks and a garden bar fully stocked with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic refreshments. Feel free to BYO blanket and picnic essentials (just no alcohol please) and find your spot amid a hidden and historic urban oasis under the sky

Cool off inside the Museum in between sets. Admission is included with your Garden Jams ticket, and galleries stay open until 8 pm.

Please note: Concerts move indoors during inclement weather. No concert July 3.

tickets: $15 GENERAL     $5 PENNCARD HOLDERS     FREE FOR MEMBERS

Get ready to groove with Guachinangos, where Mexican son jarocho meets Colombian cumbia for a Latin fusion like no other. With electrifying stage energy and irresistible rhythms, they'll have you singing and dancing into the night.

July 30, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Bethlehem Roberson the Vocussionist

 

“I make music with my whole body. I use my voice, my hands, my feet, my legs - my entire body. From this expression, I came up with a term called ‘vocussionist.’ And more than a singer...a vocussionist...that’s what I am.” - Bethlehem.

A Philadelphia native, Bethlehem has been singing since she was a child - singing by herself and vocalizing with her musical cousins. Performing around the region for over 15 years, she is in an-demand professional who has worked with numerous Philly artists and musicians, sung in churches and cafes to notable Philly venues/events including TEDx Philadelphia,The Kimmel Center, Sistah’s Attune and The Philadelphia Jazz Project.

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

$10 donation at the door

July 30, 2024 8:00PM Reyna Tropical at The Lounge at World Cafe Live

 

Reyna Tropical, the solo project of trailblazing guitarist and songwriter Fabi Reyna, blends dreamy guitar riffs and soft vocals with Congolese, Peruvian, and Colombian rhythms.  Her debut album, Malegria, explores themes of cultural traditions , queer love, and feminine sensuality.  

Tickets: $19 + fee

World Cafe LIve

3025 Walnut St.

Philadelphia, PA  19104

Doors Open: 7:00 PM

VENUE INFO - PLEASE READ!

• This is a ticketed event. Everyone must have a ticket for entry.
• You must make a table reservation in addition to your ticket purchase 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.com 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.
• See FAQ for more information.

July 28, 2024 3:00-7:00PM Urban Guerilla Orchestra at Germantown Social***postponed until Aug 25***

 

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who graced the Last Sunday Dance in June with their presence, making it an unforgettable evening filled with joy and camaraderie.

We are thrilled to announce that due to popular demand, we are hosting another spectacular Last Sunday Dance Party on July 28th at the prestigious Germantown Social, located at 220 W. Chelten Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144.

Join us for an evening of music, dance, and merriment. Secure your tickets for this exclusive event priced at $30 by contacting us at 267-283-7434 or simply purchase them at the door.

 Let's create more beautiful memories together on the dance floor!

July 25: postponed until August 25!!!

July 27, 2024 10:30AM-12:00PM Venezuelan Music Class For All

 

Learn the basics about Venezuelan songs and rhythms with your instrument, no matter what it is, cuatro, ukulele, guitar, maracas, your voice!

This class is open to all experience levels and ALL AGES.

Church of the Crucifixion

807 Bainbridge St.

Philadelphia, Pa

Donation $20

July 27, 2024 5:00-9:00PM Philly Latino Unity Fest at Taller Puertorriqueño

 

July 27 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We’re collaborating with Mijente, Juntos, and The Fela Cintron Foundation to bring an unforgettable night of entertainment, food, art, and insightful local political chisme.

Live Performance by Mariposas Galácticas & Dale Con To’

Dive into a night filled with vibrant performances as Mariposas Galácticas and Dale Con To’ take the stage. Known for their dynamic and powerful artistic expressions, they celebrate and uplift the voices of the Latinx community through music and dance.

Silk Screening and Live Banner Painting with Juntos

We’ll also be featuring a hands-on art session where you can participate in silk screening and live banner painting with our compas from Juntos, a community-led, Latine immigrant organization in South Philadelphia fighting for our human rights as workers, parents, youth, and immigrants.

With all that we’re up against, gathering together to chismear, to celebrate, and to stand strong is essential. We’re ready to get real about what’s ahead in November, highlight the organizing power we’re building at the local level, and have a good time while we’re at it. We can’t wait to see you there, to share this space, and show the strength of nuestra gente.

FREE EVENT

Taller Puertorriqueño 

2600 N 5th
Philadelphia, PA 19133United States

215-426-3311
View Venue Website

July 27, 2024 5:00-8:30PM iMPeRFeCT Gallery Block Party

 

Come one, come all! Let’s celebrate the diversity in our city and in our country, the diversity that makes us strong and resilient, the diversity that shows us our shared humanity. Mark those calendars!

Right on our 5500 block of Germantown Ave (bet Schoolhouse Ln & Armat St), we’ll have food trucks and vendors from different corners of the world, a place to celebrate the contributions of our immigrant friends and neighbors so they feel welcomed and supported. What would our nation be without Tacos, Sushi, Ceviche, Pierogies, Pho, etc?!?!
🌮🍱🥡🍜 Also, do you know how hard it is to pack all your stuff or nothing at all and just move to another country and leave everything and everyone behind?!?!
It’s very hard…

To top it all off, we’ll be playing world music to make us all vibe and we maybe some musical guests!

July 26, 2024 6:30-8:00PM Guachinangos at Eakins Oval

 

Guachinangos:

Cumbia with a Mexican Jarocho flavor, Guachinangos features artists from diverse cultural backgrounds. The band fuses Mexican son jarocho with Colombian cumbia and other Latin American rhythms. Their exciting instrumentation and electrifying stage energy invites anybody to enjoy, sing and move to the rhythm of the music.

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 2024 Oval is co-organized by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and the Parkway Council.

Eakins Oval on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway

July 26, 2024 7:30PM A Contratiempo Ensemble at Church of the Crucifixion

 

A CONTRATIEMPO ENSEMBLE is one of the most versatile bands on the current music scene. They fuse a wide range of world music and electronic elements with their native Afro-Venezuelan roots to create a fresh and original urban sound, with a Latin heart.

The group uses conventional instruments and experiments with unconventional music and the elements of jazz improvisation, achieving unique beauty and spontaneity.

On that occasion they bring a super special concert to the city of Philadelphia, where they will be sharing the most select of their repertoire with the audience.

A CONTRATIEMPO ENSEMBLE is made up of Ángel Tolosa in the Arpa Venezolana, and José Luis Tolosa in the Cuatro Venezolano.

Suggested donation $15

Church of the Crucifixion

807 Bainbridge St.

Philadelphia, PA  19147

July 26, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: CECILIA ZABALA

 

CECILIA ZABALA AT NOTSOLATIN!!!! Friday, July 26th!!

Guitarist, singer, composer and songwriter. She has expressed her musical creativity using her guitar and voice, creating original compositions that blend sensitivity, emotion, technique and intuition. Her music draws on a rich mixture of influences, from Argentinian folklore, jazz, tango, and Brazilian music.

You don’t want to miss her!

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

July 26, 2024 6:30-8:00PM Guachinangos at Eakins Oval

 

This performance is part of Parkway Presents and is sponsored by the Parkway Council as part of The Oval 2024. Presented in collaboration with Parkway Presents.

Guachinangos:

Cumbia with a Mexican Jarocho flavor, Guachinangos features artists from diverse cultural backgrounds. The band fuses Mexican son jarocho with Colombian cumbia and other Latin American rhythms. Their exciting instrumentation and electrifying stage energy invites anybody to enjoy, sing and move to the rhythm of the music.

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 2024 Oval is co-organized by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation and the Parkway Council.

Eakins Oval on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway

July 25, 2024 5:00-7:00PM The Drummer's Journey at Ubuntu Fine Art Gallery

 

Experience the healing and therapeutic power of drumming

Join BuildaBridge and a world-class cadre of drummers and shake loose the summer's heat. For two hours, you'll learn and experience the power of drumming. Expect to join as individual and leave as a valued member of a drumming community (and much more).

The session will be facilitated by:

Robert Kenyatta

Bobby Conga

Omomola Iyabunmi

Sam Zolten

as well as BuildaBridge teaching artists. Feel free to bring your own drum or borrow one from BuildaBridge. There's no obligation to play either. Come to play. Come to enjoy. Come as you are.

Donations are tax-deductible and will support future BuildaBridge programming! BuildaBridge provides hope-infused art-making to trauma-affected youth and their communities. ANY AMOUNT HELPS! Your gift keeps BuildaBridge going and supports the resilience, self-efficacy and hope-infused futures of Philadelphians.

July 24, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: The Todd Marcus Quintet featuring Virginia MacDonald

 

TODD MARCUS AND VIRGINIA MACDONALD AT NOTSOLATIN!!!!! Prepare yourselves for a night of unbelievable musicianship as bass clarinetist Todd Marcus joins forces Clarinetist Virginia MacDonald, Wednesday, July 24th!

Since 2022, Baltimore bass clarinetist Todd Marcus and Toronto clarinetist Virginia MacDonald have been performing and touring together across the United States and Canada with their quintet. Their work together presents a lush ensemble that showcases the range of beauty and power by the clarinet in a modern jazz context, with repertoire comprised of original compositions by both bandleaders. They have performed at jazz festivals and prominent venues internationally and will release their debut album as co-leaders in 2025.

Their musical partnership showcases the versatility of the bass clarinet and clarinet, and captures audiences with a new and unique musical experience.

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

July 24, 2024 5:00-8:00PM Garden Jams at Penn Museum: Glenn Bryan and Friends

 

Unwind to world music by local Philly bands. Grab small bites and sips from food trucks and a garden bar fully stocked with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic refreshments. Feel free to BYO blanket and picnic essentials (just no alcohol please) and find your spot amid a hidden and historic urban oasis under the sky

Cool off inside the Museum in between sets. Admission is included with your Garden Jams ticket, and galleries stay open until 8 pm.

Please note: Concerts move indoors during inclement weather. No concert July 3.

TICKETS: $15 GENERAL  $5 PENNCARD HOLDERS   FREE FOR MEMBERS

July 24: Glenn Bryan and Friends Dive into Glenn Bryan's dynamic sound, a fusion of diverse influences spanning jazz, classical, R&B, and Latin vibes. With over 30 years of stage experience alongside musical icons, Glenn Bryan and Friends deliver an original musical journey, blending rich textures and classical training on piano, organ, and keyboards. Get ready to groove with a one-of-a-kind experience that's as authentic as it is unforgettable.

Penn Museum

3260 South St.

Philadelphia, PA  19104

215-898-4000

July 23, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: Martina Lecaros

 

MARTINA LECAROS AT NOTSOLATIN!!! Tuesday July 23rd!!

Martina Lecaros is a Chilean singer-songwriter, arranger and multi-instrumentalist. Her career to date includes three of her own albums (“Sintiendo” from 2010, “Araucaria” from 2012 and “Estelar” from 2018), as well as concerts in Brazil and Mexico. As a composer and lyricist, she has worked with names like Álvaro López (López) and Denisse Rosenthal. Her musical proposal began with soul and bossa nova, and over the years she added influences from Latin American music, pop and Rn’B.

It all starts at 7, music at 730. See you there.

$10 suggested donation at the door

July 21, 2024 7:00PM Not So Latin Concerts: The Chronicles

 

Kicking off the second half of the Notsolatin season with some of Philly’s finest, the Chronicles!!! Its sure to be an explosive night of music! We’ll be back to our weekly schedule all the way until Christmas.

Doors at 7, show at 7:30. See you there.

1440 W Ritner Street, Philadelphia PA

$10 suggested donation at the door

July 21, 2024 7:30-10:00PM Bahar Badietabar, Niloufar Shiri, & Martin Shamoonpour at The Maas Building

 

Bahar Badieitabar:

Bahar Badieitabar is an Iranian Oud player and composer, recently graduated on a full scholarship with a double major in composition and performance from Berklee College of Music. At the age of 12, Bahar began her musical training at the Tehran Music School, where she earned her high school diploma in music. She studied under notable oud players, including Siavash Roshan, Negar Bouban, and Yurdal Tukcan. Bahar won first place at the Iranian Youth National Music Festival for two consecutive years at ages 16 and 17. She has performed as both a performer and composer at numerous venues, including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, MCG Jazz, and Groton Hill Music Center, as well as at music festivals in Iran and the United States, collaborating with musicians of diverse backgrounds.

Niloufar Shiri:

Kamancheh player and composer Niloufar Shiri began her musical journey at the Tehran Music Conservatory in Iran. She later immigrated to the USA and pursued her studies in composition at the University of California, San Diego, and Integrated Composition, Improvisation, and Technology (ICIT) at the University of California, Irvine.

Martin Shamoonpour is an autodidactic multi-instrumentalist, composer, actor, and visual artist from Tehran, Iran. Martin plays daf, tombak, flute, and Iranian folk woodwind instruments, and has performed in galleries and theaters throughout Iran. To date, Shamoonpour has composed and performed music for close to thirty theater productions in The City Theater of Tehran and has written, directed and performed his own one-man-show, Qatinu the Hero, at many of Iran’s most prominent artistic theaters.

accessibility: space is on the second floor up a flight of stairs.

Tickets: $10-$20 sliding scale

Maas Building

(1325 N Randolph St, Philadelphia, PA 19122)

July 20, 2024 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

July 20, 2024 12:00-7:00PM Lancaster Avenue Jazz & Arts Festival

             

Join us for a beautiful day of live jazz music!

Headliner:
Jamaaladean Tacuma Quintet featuring Odean Pope

Performances by:
Deborah Smith
Mollie Ducoste
Glenn Bryan & Friends
Timothy Vaughan Inside Outside Ensemble
Joe Block Quintet

Saunders Park Greene
39th & Powelton Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19104