June 7
Point Breeze Night Market – From 4-10 p.m., a family-friendly outdoor food experience stretching from the 1200 to 1400 blocks of Point Breeze Avenue. Live entertainment, food vendors and a fun festival atmosphere.
June 11
Odunde Festival – At 23rd and South streets, the festival attracts up to 500,000 people annually and is the largest African American street festival held in the country. The Odunde festival, whose concept originates from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, West Africa, celebrates the coming of another year for African Americans and Africanized people around the world. It is an occasion highlighted by a colorful procession from 23rd and South Street to the Schuylkill River where an offering of fruit and flowers is made to Oshun, the Yoruba goddess of the river. Odunde is also known for its authentic African marketplace featuring vendors from around the world selling merchandise from African nations, the Caribbean and Brazil.
June 11
Flavors on the Avenue – Originally scheduled for April 30, the East Passyunk festival will now take place on June 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The outdoor street festival showcases South Philadelphia’s finest culinary offerings, as well as boasting live entertainment, 100+ craft vendors, stellar sidewalk sales, fun-filled family-oriented activities, and much more. This all-ages event is free to attend and spans from Broad Street to Dickinson Street.
June 11
For Earth’s Sake – at 3 p.m. at the Kroc Center on Wissahickon Ave. in Mount Airy, a performance by PhilHarmonia on boundaries of climate change awareness. The concert will be free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $20 per person with 20 percent of the proceeds donated to Conservation Voters of Pennsylvania. Executive Director Molly Parzen and other members of CVPA will be present to talk about their work and to address any questions audience members may have regarding the issues broached in the composition.
June 14
Flag Day – From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., celebrate Flag Day at the Museum of the American Revolution and discover Revolutionary-era flags of “all kinds of colours” with flag-themed pop-up talks, discovery carts and other activities for the whole family. Throughout the day, all guests will receive a free handheld version of George Washington’s Headquarters Flag to take home, based on the flag in the Museum’s collection that is said to have marked his presence throughout the Revolutionary War. All Flag Day activities are included with regular Museum admission. Tickets to the Museum can be purchased by calling 215-253-6731, at AmRevMuseum.org or at the front desk. Save $3 per adult ticket by purchasing online. Kids ages 5 and under are always free. All tickets are valid for two consecutive days.
June 17
Sista Strut – At 8 a.m. at Xfinity Live!, the sixth annual “Sista Strut” breast cancer walk will benefit the American Association for Cancer Research. “Sista Strut” aims to raise awareness for breast cancer screenings, especially for women of color, as well as provide information on community resources to help fight the disease. The event also recognizes the strength of survivors, their family and friends and all other people affected by breast cancer. Radio personalities Frankie Darcell, Patty Jackson, Mimi Brown, Loraine Ballard Morrill, Roxy Romeo, Cappuchino and more will be onsite. To register or learn more about the event, visit https://wdasfm.iheart.com/featured/sista-strut-philadelphia/.
June 20
The Amazing Mr. Q – At 4 p.m. at the Whitman Library, an interactive show featuring Mr. Q’s blend of storytelling, comedy, magic and puppets. This 45-minute show will be followed by 15 minutes of balloon twisting from Mr. Q. No groups of more than 10 people.
June 23
Twilight in the Gardens – from 7-10 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. A live musical performance by Vincenca and guided art workshop by Joyce Mercer. Every month features a different genre of music and new teaching artist who helps guests create a work of art to take home.
Tickets are available at www.phillymagicgardens.org or via phone (215-733-0390, Ext. 119) two weeks prior to each event and are $25/adults, $20/students and seniors and $16/PMG members. Space is limited. Purchase ahead of time.
July 12
Garden Party Happy Hour – From 5-8 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St., enjoy a happy hour and crafting event in the colorful mosaicked wonderland. All drinks are included with admission, so guests can enjoy a cold beer, delicious wine from Chaddsford Winery and tasty beverages by Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Whiskey. Popcorn and pretzels along with treats from Ramona Susan’s Bakeshop will also be offered. After attendees are done making art they can try out the “tile bingo” game, and listen to a DJ from BridgeSet Sound on hand to spin vinyl tunes.
Tickets are $25/adults and $16/PMG members, and attendees must be 21 years of age or older. Proceeds from these events help support education and outreach programs. Space is very limited, so guests are encouraged to register as soon as possible via http://phillymagicgardens.org/.
July 28
Twilight in the Gardens – from 7-10 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. A live musical performance by Wind Music for Movement and guided art workshop by Soyan Unkow. Every month features a different genre of music and new teaching artist who helps guests create a work of art to take home.
Tickets are available at www.phillymagicgardens.org or via phone (215-733-0390, Ext. 119) two weeks prior to each event and are $25/adults, $20/students and seniors and $16/PMG members. Space is limited. Purchase ahead of time.
August 2-6
12th edition of the BlackStar Film Festival – the festival is an annual celebration of the visual and storytelling traditions of the African diaspora and of global communities of color, showcasing films by black, brown and indigenous artists from around the world. Once again hybrid, this year’s festival will offer opportunities for in-person attendance in Philadelphia and virtual participation online. Select in-person screenings will take place at the Perelman Theater at the Kimmel Center Cultural Campus, Suzanne Roberts Theatre and Lightbox Film Center. For ticket info, visit www.blackstarfest.org.
August 12
3ICE North American Tour – At 1 p.m. at the Wells Fargo Center, three-on-three professional North American ice hockey league makes a stop in South Philly. Each stop on the tour features four of the eight league teams, comprised of professional ice hockey players competing in three-on-three format for two eight-minute periods with a running clock. The single-elimination format includes two first-round games, a consolation match and a title game, for a total of four games each night. Individual tickets on sale at wellsfargocenterphilly.com.
August 25
Twilight in the Gardens – from 7-10 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. A live musical performance by Rego and guided art workshop by Jihan Thomas. Every month features a different genre of music and new teaching artist who helps guests create a work of art to take home.
Tickets are available at www.phillymagicgardens.org or via phone (215-733-0390, Ext. 119) two weeks prior to each event and are $25/adults, $20/students and seniors and $16/PMG members. Space is limited. Purchase ahead of time.
September 22
Twilight in the Gardens – from 7-10 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. A live musical performance by Daniel de Jesus and guided art workshop by Brijette Zachary. Every month features a different genre of music and new teaching artist who helps guests create a work of art to take home.
Tickets are available at www.phillymagicgardens.org or via phone (215-733-0390, Ext. 119) two weeks prior to each event and are $25/adults, $20/students and seniors and $16/PMG members. Space is limited. Purchase ahead of time.
October 11
Garden Party Happy Hour – From 5-8 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St., enjoy a happy hour and crafting event in the colorful mosaicked wonderland. All drinks are included with admission, so guests can enjoy a cold beer, wine from Chaddsford Winery and beverages by Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Whiskey. Popcorn and pretzels along with treats from Ramona Susan’s Bakeshop will also be offered. After attendees are done making art they can try out the “tile bingo” game and listen to a DJ from BridgeSet Sound on hand to spin vinyl tunes.
Tickets are $25/adults and $16/PMG members, and attendees must be 21 years of age or older. Proceeds from these events help support education and outreach programs. Space is very limited, so guests are encouraged to register as soon as possible via http://phillymagicgardens.org/.
October 27
Twilight in the Gardens – from 7-10 p.m. at Magic Gardens, 1020 South St. A live musical performance by Black Butterfly and guided art workshop by Emily Smith. Every month features a different genre of music and new teaching artist who helps guests create a work of art to take home.
Tickets are available at www.phillymagicgardens.org or via phone (215-733-0390, Ext. 119) two weeks prior to each event and are $25/adults, $20/students and seniors and $16/PMG members. Space is limited. Purchase ahead of time.
November 24
Southern Class of 1973 50th Reunion – from 7-11 p.m. at the IATSE Ballroom, 2401 S. Swanson St. Tickets are $85 per person. Cash bar, buffet dinner, door prizes, 360 Video and Photography. Visit https://sphs1973.my.canva.site/.
