At vigil for Charlie Kirk in Northeast Philly, a call for healing
A large crowd of over 100 people gathered at a vigil for the controversial conservative political activist Charlie Kirk in Northeast Philadelphia, six days after the 31-year-old was shot and killed at an event on Utah Valley University's campus.
This vigil was the second in three days in Philadelphia, and the first in the Northeast, the most conservative voting block of the city. It was marked by calls for unity. Continue reading ...
An art show featuring six neurodivergent artists is coming to Philadelphia today. The show, LOOK HERE, takes place at Haverford College's Cantor Fitzgerald Gallery and highlights the work of artists from the Philly area with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The space is designed to be as inclusive as possible to all types of people. And the art itself is accessible to everyone. Continue reading ...
* Immigrants in Philadelphia and its four collar counties have staved off population loss and fueled economic growth in recent decades, per a Welcoming Center report. Here are six key takeaways. [WHYY]
* Racial bias remains a potential roadblock for homebuyers and homeowners in Philadelphia's predominantly Black neighborhoods, according to new federal data. Meanwhile, Philly luxury home sales remain on the rise amid affordability crisis. [WHYY's PlanPhilly x2]
* Philadelphia tests out 'cool pavement' in Hunting Park to combat summer heat. [WHYY]
* The Sixers unveiled their 2001 throwback court design to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the team's Conference Championship season. [Fox29]
* Artist Shepard Fairey debuts a new mural over LOVE Park, at the former DA's Office. Titled 'Uplift Justice,' it prompts viewers to consider America's future. [PhillyVoice]
Mayor Parker, members of City Council and other elected officials will join the Streets Department for a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the completion of work on the Martin Luther King Bridge, at the Schuylkill Banks Pergola, near MLK Drive and Eakins Oval. (2 p.m.)
🍂 Autumn festival lineup
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🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
Through Sunday, Sept. 21: 2025 Making Time festival
In its fifth year, Making Time ∞(Forever) will showcase more than 120 performing artists and DJs at Philadelphia's Fort Mifflin. $114 to $265 tickets. (1 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily)
Friday, Sept. 19: Nutmeg Presents - Monster Macabre
A night of frightful fun and chilling, non-alcoholic beverages. $12.51 tickets. (7:30 p.m.)
Friday to Sunday, Sept. 19-21: Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Show
Founded by artists in 1928 and run by a committee of artists today, this is the oldest outdoor art show in the country. Steeped in rich history and tradition, there is absolutely no other show like it. 140+ artists and eight categories.
Saturday, Sept. 20: South Philly Sausage Fest & Flea Market
Along West Passyunk Avenue and Broad Street, to 16th Street, enjoy a vintage flea market, food trucks, live music, crafts and beer garden. Dog-friendly. (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: 10th Uhuru One Africa! One Nation! Book Fair and Marketplace
Live music, poetry, free education resources, giveaways, a Children's Circle, special activities for families, food, and over 100+ marketplace vendors in Clark Park. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: West Park Family Field Day
A fun-filled day at the Rugby Fields at Welsh Fountain in West Fairmount Park. All-ages youth sports including soccer, flag football, rowing, and Learn to Ride classes. The event will also have music, prizes, free face-paint, pay-as-you-go food trucks, and more. Free registration recommended. (10 a.m. to noon)
Saturday, Sept. 20: Three Mile Vision Tour
A street-level tour that explores the past, present, and future of the Rail Park, highlighting the potential for this project to connect thousands of Philadelphia residents and visitors to green space and each other. Three miles. Starts at 2700 Pennsylvania Ave and ends at 1100 Callowhill Street. $9 to $20 tickets. (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.)
Saturday to Sunday, Sept. 20-21: 6th annual Seeds Philly + Powwow Celebration
Saturday opens with a powwow, while Sunday features a full stage schedule of music, dance, and culture sharing. Visit with fine artists, try corn husk doll-making, experience live painting, chat with actor Gregory Norman Cruz, and view short films from the podcast From Here, With a View. Free at Cherry Street Pier. (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: Chaos and Kisses: A Grand Opening Parade for Calder Gardens
A free public parade, conceived by acclaimed artist, composer, and musician Arto Lindsay. Featured artists include Sun Ra Arkestra, Pig Iron Theatre, Almanac Dance Circus Theatre, Mad Beatz Philly, and PHonk! Begins at LOVE Park's William Penn statue crafted by Calder's grandfather. Finale concert at Maja Park. (12 to 2 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: Market of the Macabre
Peruse all things magical and morbidly curious at the annual event at Laurel Hill East. Feat. 100+ vendors with handmade wares and ceramics, assorted oddities and taxidermy, antiques, jewelry, spiritual goods, clothing, original artwork and more. $5 in advance; $10 at the door. (12 to 5 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: Oktoberfest at Human Robot
Live music, food trucks, competitions at 1710 N. 5th Street. (12 to 5 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: Jammin in the Garden2025
An evening of live jazz at the Johnson House Historic Site. Proceeds benefit preservation efforts, educational programming, and historic restoration projects. $81.88 tickets. (4 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 20: "Gladiator" at Carpenters' Hall
This play about an enslaved gladiator seeking his freedom was a massive success in 1831. The play became a rallying cry for the abolitionist movement and was hailed as "decidedly the best drama ever written in this century." $15 tickets. (6 p.m.)
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Sunday, Sept. 21: An Architecture Hangout
Benita Cooper Design and The Rowhouse City host this casual walk through Old City, snapping photos and doing quick sketches, talking all things architecture, design and art. Meet at Old City Coffee at 9:30 a.m. Free to hangout. (9:30 a.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 21: 2nd annual Harvest Jawn 2025
South Philly Food Co-Op's autumnal festival, taking place on Juniper St. Between Snyder & Mckean. A block party with vendors, food trucks, craft fair, pie eating contest, live music, and more fun. (12 to 4 p.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 21: The Soul Selects: Yoga & the Poetry of Emily Dickinson -Solitude & the Inner World
Part 1 in a three-part yoga series at the Rosenbach Museum & Library. Attendees explore her life and work through movement, breath, and reflection. Each session will weave selected poems into a gentle and meditative yoga sequence, inviting you to embody Dickinson's themes of solitude, transformation, and wonder. $30 tickets. (2 to 3:30 p.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 21: Fall Equinox and Meditation Walk
Join Laurel Hill West Arboretum Manager Aaron Greenberg with Energy Guide and Therapist Asia IrgangLaden for an arboretum walk that looks at seasonal change amongst the trees as we are guided in short meditations that engage with transformation and how to hold energy, warmth and light. $10 to $20 tickets. (3 to 5 p.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 21: Philly Sake Club
3 tacos from Tu Rinconcito + 4 hand-selected paired sakes from Chef Jacob Trinh, who guides attendees through sake, stories, history, and tasting notes. At Maisy's Meeting House. $85 tickets, ages 21+. (5 p.m.)
Sunday, Sept. 21: Kampar x Tequilas
A collaborative $75 four-course menu in support of Kampar to showcase Hakka, Malaysian, & Mexican flavors. Three seatings: 7:30, 7:45 and 8 p.m.