February 13
Philadelphia Mandolin and Guitar Ensemble – At 7 p.m. at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 923 Christian St. The Philadelphia Mandolin and Guitar Ensemble will perform Latin and Italian standards ahead of Valentine’s Day. $15 presale at pgmeconcert.eventbrite.com. $20 at the door
February 14
Yacht Rock Gold Experience – Set sail on a romantic Valentine’s voyage with the Yacht Rock Gold Experience at the Live! Event Center. Enjoy the soulful sounds of Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan and more. Tickets can be purchased at Philadelphia.LiveCasino.com.
February 14-15
My Jazzy Valentine – Jazz lovers will celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend with one of the most beautiful voices in jazz at Chris’ Jazz Café. Vocalist Joanna Pascale and her trio take the stage for two nights and five shows. Set times are 6:30, 8:30 and 10:30 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, and 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. on Feb. 15. General Admission, which includes an a-la-carte menu, is $40. Chris’ Dinner & Show package includes a 3-course prix fixe for $130 plus tax and gratuity; VIP Dinner & Show package includes a 3-course dinner and stage-front seating for $150 plus tax and gratuity. 215-568-3131 or https://www.ChrisJazzCafe.com.
February 15
Benjamin Ingrosso – At the Theatre of Living Arts on South Street, Swedish pop and multi-billion-streamed artist Benjamin Ingrosso’s Pink Velvet Theatre North American Tour. Tickets at LiveNation.com.
February 15-17
Presidents’ Day Weekend at the Museum of the American Revolution – Explore the life, leadership, and legacy of our nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people with whom he interacted. Through hands-on demonstrations, discovery carts, pop-up talks, crafts and more, discover lesser-known stories from Washington’s 18th-century world. Gallery Highlights Tour tickets can be purchased at www.amrevmuseum.org. All other Presidents’ Day Weekend activities are included with regular Museum admission. Save $2 per adult ticket by purchasing online. Kids ages 5 and under are always free. All tickets are valid for two consecutive days. Visit www.amrevmuseum.org.
March 1
Philly Beer Fest – At Philadelphia’s historic 23rd Street Armory, the event brings together beer enthusiasts to indulge in a diverse array of craft brews and local flavors. Set against the backdrop of Philadelphia, the festival features breweries from across the region and beyond, offering attendees the chance to sample everything from hoppy IPAs to smooth stouts and crisp lagers. Participants can choose between two sessions featuring pours from PA breweries, along with some beers from other parts of the country, beverages, food and more. It’s a celebration of craft brewing culture and an occasion for friends and beer lovers to gather to toast to the city’s beer scene. Tickets, session details and additional information can be found at www.phillybeerfest.com/buynow.
March 1-9
Philadelphia Flower Show – at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s 2025 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show’s “Gardens of Tomorrow.” Renowned for its floral displays, garden landscapes and plant and botanical art competitions, this year’s exhibits invite you to explore the future through the eyes of visionary designers, expert gardeners and passionate green enthusiasts as they merge nature’s brilliance with human ingenuity. Guests will experience designs, ideas and inspiration on how to cultivate the possibilities of tomorrow through gardening. Tickets are on sale at tickets.phsonline.org.
March 14
Jay Pharoah – Comedian, actor and impressionist Jay Pharoah is bringing his “Grown Ass Kid Tour” to the Live! Event Center at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia. Pharoah is best known for his six seasons on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” where he showcased his array of celebrity impressions, including former President Barack Obama, Will Smith and Denzel Washington. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets start at $24.99 and available for purchase at Philadelphia.livecasinohotel.com, AXS.com and at Shop Live! in the hotel lobby.
March 29
Philly Cocktail Festival – Set to make its debut this spring at Philadelphia’s historic 23rd Street Armory, promising an unforgettable celebration of the city’s finest cocktails and mixology talent. Guests will get to try up to 15 unique cocktail samples, each designed to delight the senses and celebrate the art of mixology. Philly Cocktail Festival has partnered with The Trauma Survivors Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals affected by trauma through comprehensive mental health services and specialized training for first responders and healthcare professionals. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly. Visit www.phillycocktailfest.com.
March 30
She Got Soul – At the Kimmel Center, Capathia Jenkins brings her voice and presence to She’s Got Soul, the next concert of The No Name Pops, featuring the greatest hits of soul and R&B. With unforgettable music from such legendary leading ladies as Whitney Houston, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan and Adele, the performance takes place at 3 p.m. in Marian Anderson Hall in the Kimmel Center. Joined by a trio of professional backup singers, it will be conducted by Lucas Waldin, a popular American Pops conductor. Tickets range in price from $121 to $51 and are available at https://nonamepops.org/events.
April 5
Sonja Morgan: Sonja in your City – At 8 p.m. at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, an unfiltered cabaret comedy show. Morgan is the star and fan favorite of hit Bravo TV series “The Real Housewives of New York City” and Peacock’s “Welcome to Crappie Lake.” Tickets start at $19.99 and are available at Philadelphia.LiveCasinoHotel.com, AXS.com and at Shop Live! in the Hotel Lobby.
April 17
Mary J. Blige – Grammy and Emmy award-winning and Oscar-nominated, “Queen of Hip-Hop Soul,” at the Wells Fargo Center. Tickets at LiveNation.com.
April 23
Mandolinist and Songwriter Chris Thile – The Philadelphia Orchestra will welcome Chris Thile for a one-night-only performance of ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra at 7:30 p.m. in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Thile’s biographical composition utilizes his expertise in mandolin performance paired with a full symphonic orchestra to illuminate personal stories from his life and career. Tickets available at philorch.org.
April 26
Monster Jam – At Lincoln Financial Field, enjoy big-time family fun at Monster Jam, where the world’s best drivers and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. Tickets at https://www.lincolnfinancialfield.com/events/monster-jam/.
May 5
Kendrick Lamar and SZA – At Lincoln Financial Field as part of a 19-stadium tour across North America. Tickets at grandnationaltour.com.
May 15
Rauw Alejandro – Latin Grammy award-winning and 4-time Grammy-nominated Puerto Rican singer and songwriter at the Wells Fargo Center. Tickets at LiveNation.com.
May 17-18
S. 9th Street Italian Festival – For seven city blocks, the 2025 Festival will be a celebration of culture, gastronomy, art and music. Featuring over 100 area vendors showcasing a range of cuisine and beverages. Visitors will have the opportunity to sample and purchase culinary delights. In addition to the food, the Festival will feature a wide range of music, services, souvenirs, jewelry, artists and crafters.
May 25
Post Malone – At Citizens Bank Park, nine-time diamond-certified Grammy Award-nominated global superstar Post Malone is set to embark on his biggest headlining tour to date with Post Malone Presents: The BIG ASS Stadium Tour. Tickets at LiveNation.com.
June 8
Odunde Festival – covering 16 city blocks and with 2 stages of live entertainment, Odunde will be celebrating its 50th year in the traditional South Philadelphia location near 23rd and South Street.
October 25
SPHS Class of ’68 Celebrates Turning 75 – South Philadelphia High School’s Class of 1968 will have a luncheon at noon on Oct. 25 at the Waterfall Room, 2015 S. Water St. The event is open to all classes and formal invites will be emailed in March. Call Arleen Liberi 609-922-2419, Maria Leati 856-287-3734 or Stephen Michielli 267-252-2740.
