Hey Philly, happy Tuesday! This is the perfect week to get out there and see the city! There’s a plethora of different events for all sorts of people. Whether it’s music, anime, or live entertainment, there’s something for everyone this week:
Tuesday, May 26
- Nine-time Grammy Award®-winner Wynton Marsalis is bringing a celebration of the great Duke Ellington, with the help of over a dozen of the best jazz soloists in the country; it promises to be a concert for the ages. Buy your tickets here.
- It is Ms. Lauryn Hill’s birthday, and how else to celebrate than a Karaoke Paint and Sip at ARTrageous Brush & Flow. Get tickets here.
Wednesday, May 27
- Play a game of Pickleball, grab a cocktail, and network all in preparation for the upcoming Roots Picnic at the Courtside & Cocktails Networking Happy Hour. Buy your tickets here.
- Get ready for some hijinx at BI-JINX: A Bisexual Social Meetup for Anybody Into Everybody. The event goes from 6-9 pm at Franky Bradley’s. Learn more here.
Thursday, May 28
- Whether you’re Team Shonen, Shojo, or Studio Ghibli, an Anime Rave is coming to Philly before this weekend’s convention. Grab your best cosplays and head to NOTO from 8 pm to 1 am. Get your tickets here.
- Brooklyn Bowl is holding Bowling With The Homies tonight, complete with half-priced bowling, food, and drink specials starting at 6pm. Spots are first come first serve or reserve a lane here.
Friday, May 29
- Every month, the Philadelphia Film Society projects a mystery 35mm project leading up to the 35th Philadelphia Film Festival in October. Get tickets for Surprise 35 here.
- Every Friday, the Infusion Lounge holds Cocktail Making Classes. This week, attendees will learn about Chocolate and Espresso Martinis. Enjoy a free welcome drink and three expertly mixed drinks taught by Mixology Specialists. Buy tickets here.
Saturday, May 30
- The 10th Annual West Philly Porchfest returns with a bang. This free, community-built music festival is taking place today from 12-6 pm. Find more information here.
- It’s time for The Roots Picnic again! Headliners for 2026 are Jay-Z and Erykah Badu, with performances by Mariah the Scientist, T.I., Kehlani, Brandy, and more. Buy tickets here.
Sunday, May 31
- Sunday is the final day of the Philadelphia Fan Expo. The Convention Center will be packed with gaming, celebrity photo ops, cosplays, and so much more. Buy your tickets here.
- Silk City is holding Hot Box Office: a Burlesque and Drag Tribute to HBO. The event showcases a new look at classics like The Sopranos, Westworld, Game of Thrones, and many more. Get your tickets here.
