Some of the most interesting things happening across the region from Thursday, May 23rd to Friday, May 31st. Share your event by tweeting us @citywidestories or tagging us on Facebook.
Throwback Thursday in Spring Arts
Thursday, May 23rd
5:30 – 7:30pm
Spring Arts
1000 Nectarine St
Cost: Pay as you go
Kick off your Memorial Day weekend and summer 2019 with an old-school painting event on the back of the Union Transfer building in the 1000 block of Nectarine Street. Celebrate graffiti legends: Lady Pink, Crash, and Daze! Local Artists, Blur and Adam Crawford, will be painting alongside the world-renowned artists. See the finished artwork, dance to DJ Lil’ Dave, and enjoy a popsicle from Purposeful Pops on Nectarine Street from 5:30 to 7:30 pm or check out the after party across the street at Love City Brewing.
Opening: Summer 2019 Exhibitions at AAMP
Friday, May 24th
6 – 8:30 pm
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch St
Cost: Free
Two exhibitions will be opening. DO or DIE: Affect, Ritual, Resistance featuring works by Fahamu Pecou (on view from May 25 through August 25, 2019), and Self-Evident by Sonja Clark (on view from May 25 through September 8, 2019). This celebration is free and open to the public, and includes complimentary wine and music.
Assemblage Closing Party
Friday, May 24th
6 – 8pm
Leonard Pearlstein Gallery
3401 Filbert St
Cost: Free
Featuring a performance by one of the artists in the show, Shasta Geaux Pop! Assemblage features works created by artist collectives and looks at the question of authorship and defying categorization. Curated by local artist Maori Karmael Holmes who is the Artistic Director and Founder of the annual Blackstar Film Festival.
Liberty Flea at Cherry Street Pier
Saturday, May 25th
10 am – 5 pm
Cherry Street Pier
121 N Columbus Blvd
Cost: Pay as you go
Shop for your summer wardrobe from vintage clothing vendors, discover new and unusual decor for your home and shop for artisan goods made here in Philly that you can’t find anywhere else.
Artist Bash: Bring It
Saturday, May 25th
8 – 11 pm
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Cost: $10
Artist Bash invites you to bring it—your voice, your energy, your vibe—to help create one-of-a-kind art. Get ready for another power packed lineup of performances: Step into a photobooth and become part of a living portrait by Amber Art and Design, a community-driven arts collective. Listen to Yolanda Wisher & The Afroeaters. Yolanda’s vivid words and soaring vocals will be set to the lively sounds of her band the Afroeaters. Jump in with Hip Hop Fundamentals, high-energy performers drawing on the rich history of hip-hop dance. Glbl Vllg ends the night with a concert where the audience is the headliner. Take a turn on the mic, show your dance skills, or just cheer on the performers. Tickets include access to the Barnes’ permanent collection.
Almanac’s Fit Fest
Sunday, May 26th
12 – 10 pm
Penn Treaty Park
1301 N Beach St
Cost: Free
This free festival will have something for everyone, including participatory workshops, demonstrations, local performances, plus a special encore performance of Communitas: 5 years Later.
Yoga on the Pier/Memorial Day
Monday, May 27th
9:30 – 10:30 am
Race Street Pier
121 N Columbus Blvd
Cost: Free
Get a healthy start to Memorial Day by partaking in morning yoga at the pier. Get there on time to grab a prime spot for your yoga mat.
Memorial Day Cookout
Monday, May 27th
12 – 10 pm
Love City Brewing
1023 Hamilton St
Cost: Pay as you go
Love City will open EARLY on Memorial Day for another fabulous brewery barbecue. Let them do the grilling for you – they’ll have $1 hot dogs and $2 burgers (while supplies last)! Enjoy cornhole in the brewery, and all your favorite beers on draft.
Networking at Phillies
Wednesday, May 29th
5 – 8 pm
Citizens Bank Park
1 Citizens Bank Way
Cost: $15-50
Catch a game and network with industry leaders from the area. Network runs from 5 to 7 pm in the Linc parking lot, across from Mcfaddens. Watch the Phillies game after 7. An upper level ticket to the game is included. Meet many new business leads and contacts, all in the relaxed atmosphere of Citizens Bank Park.
Philly Beer Week: Opening Tap 2019
Friday, May 31st
6:30 pm
2300 S. Swanson St
Cost: $46-66
Check out the kickoff party for Philly Beer Week featuring more than 60 breweries including local, national, and brand-spanking new in the Philly beer scene. There will also be live band karaoke with Pat Finnerty & the Full Band!