Going to college in Philly, we’re so often bombarded—on social media and IRL—with seemingly endless options for how to spend our free time. So, I’m delighted to announce that Street has done the hard part for you: We’ve rounded up what we think are the can’t–miss events for the month in one convenient place. If I’ve done my job right, there’ll be something in here for every one of our readers, no matter what you like to do with your weekends.
—Catherine Sorrentino, Print Editor
Beginning Aug. 25: Firing the Imagination: Japanese Influence on French Ceramics, 1860-1910 @ The Philadelphia Museum of Art
Calling all pottery lovers! The Philadelphia Museum of Art has a new exhibition highlighting Japanese–inspired European pieces. Known as “Japonisme,” this era of ceramic art combines traditional Japanese imagery with modern (at the time) techniques. With beautiful sculpted vases and detailed statuettes—all vibrantly colored—this collection is not one to miss.
Free with admission, 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy.
Every Saturday and Sunday beginning March 30: Southeast Asian Market @ FDR Park
A hallmark of West Philly’s vibrant food landscape, the Southeast Asian Market comes alive each weekend with delectable, home–cooked dishes from Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Lao, and Khmer cuisines. You’re certain to leave the park with a full heart and belly.
Free entry with costs varying by vendor booth, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., 1500 Pattison Ave. and S. Broad Street.
Sept. 5: Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll
A twice–a–year event perfect for the broke college student, the Baltimore Avenue Dollar Stroll is a night of cheap, good eats. From 40th to 51st streets on Baltimore Avenue, enjoy a variety of local vendors while exploring the West Philly community.
$1-5, 4300 Baltimore Ave.
Sept. 5-29: Philadelphia Fringe Festival
If you’re looking for an all–in–one arts experience, the Philly Fringe Festival has you covered. Festival events will include film screenings, theater and dance performances, installation and gallery artwork, immersive workshops, and much more.
$15 Curated Fringe Festival tickets, $5 off Independently Produced Fringe Festival tickets with student ID if original price is $15 or more, 140 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Sept. 6: Cage the Elephant @ TD Pavilion at The Mann Center
After five years of silence, the iconic indie rock band is back with their latest album Neon Pill. Catch them live for one night only in Philly, because who knows when you’ll get to see them next.
Tickets starting at $52, 5201 Parkside Ave.
Sept. 7-8: Kennett Square Mushroom Festival
Kennett Square is allegedly the “Mushroom Capital of the World.” If you’ve ever wanted to try dozens of mushroom food items and learn about the lore of these luscious fungi, this is your chance. We can say with certainty that you don’t want to miss this chance to check out these gourmet shrooms.
Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sept. 8, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., $5 to enter, cash only.
Sept. 7: Philadelphia Honey Festival
A sweet treat for the whole gang, the Philadelphia Honey Festival features honey tastings, plenty of snacks, and a chance to extract your own honey.
Free entry, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 6026 Germantown Ave.
Sept. 7: An Evening With Fran Lebowitz @ Miller Theater
If you’re sick of Netflix stand–up comedians populating your feed, it might be time to get out of the house and return to the context of all in which modern comedy is situated—and by that, we mean none other than the good old commentary of Fran Lebowitz.
Tickets starting at $35, 250 S. Broad St.
Sept. 9: Beabadoobee: This Is How Tomorrow Moves Tour @ The Met
Kicking off at The Met Philadelphia, Beabadoobee is set to perform her newly released album of the same name: This Is How Tomorrow Moves. If Beabadoobee devouring “Take A Bite” is any indication of what to expect from performances of the album, you won’t want to miss attending her captivating performance of delicate guitar meshed with silky voice.
Tickets starting at $50, 858 N. Broad St.
Sept. 12: Everything but the Kitchen Sink Mosaic Workshop @ Magic Gardens
The famous mosiac–covered gallery is letting us in on their art secrets. In this beginner–friendly workshop, learn how to create mosiacs like a pro while exploring the all–encompassing beauty that Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens has to offer.
Tickets starting at $45, 1020 S. Broad St.
Sept. 19: The Try Guys: Eat the Menu Tour @ The Fillmore
Keith and Zach from The Try Guys bring a live version of Keith Eats Everything to Philadelphia. Head over to the Fillmore for a live mukbang and a chance to meet two of the Try Guys!
Prices vary, 29 E. Allen St.
Sept. 21-22: We Are the Seeds Philly, PECO Multicultural Series @ Cherry Street Pier
Celebrate Indigenous arts and culture with September’s entry for the PECO Multicultural Series. Hosted at Cherry Street Pier, enjoy this two–day market while taking in live performances, painting, and panels over the waterfront.
Free entry, 12-9 p.m., 121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Sept. 25: SWEAT Tour: Charli XCX and Troye Sivan @ The Wells Fargo Center
The music writers at Pitchfork may have declared Brat summer to be over, but what they don’t know is that the SWEAT renaissance is on the horizon. For those of us who have been shuffling between Troye Sivan’s Something To Give Each Other and Charli XCX’s Brat, this joint tour is the best thing since gay marriage was legalized. Between this power duo and their opening act Shygirl, this is a night of music you won’t want to miss.
Prices vary, 7:30 p.m., 3601 S. Broad St.
Sept. 27: Remi Wolf @ The Fillmore
Street’s learned a thing or two from Remi Wolf’s raspy voice singing about making babies on the company dime. Wolf’s latest album Big Ideas is a tromp through jazzy, soulful pop numbers—it’s got perfect grooviness. Get your tickets and get ready to dance.
Tickets starting at $110, 29 E. Allen St.
Sept. 28: Mural Arts Fest: Roots and Reimagination
Philly’s artsiest nonprofit is celebrating its 40th year of transformation. Watch the magic escape the walls and leap onto the streets with performers, dancers, and DJs at Love Park. Grab a friend, a brush, and paint the town with fun!
Free entry, 2300 S. Swanson St.
Sept. 28: Vampire Weekend: Only God Was Above Us Tour @ TD Pavilion at The Mann Center
When it comes to Ivy envy, we as Penn students haven’t really been envying Columbia students, but we’ll be the first to admit that we really wish we could say that cool indie band Vampire Weekend was formed at Penn. As a consolation prize, we’ll probably find ourselves at the band’s Philly tour stop, wishing that we could trade some of Penn’s finance bros for just an indie rock boy or two.
Tickets starting at $55, 7:30 p.m., 5201 Parkside Ave.
