Rittenhouse

Experience the power of AILEY - a cultural force that transcends dance. With every performance, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates the African American spirit and moves audiences around the world with unmatched passion and artistry. Now entering a bold new era under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, the company honors Alvin Ailey's pioneering legacy while charging forward with fresh vision. Expect timeless works from the Ailey repertory that have inspired and uplifted fans for decades — including the soul-stirring Revelations , the ultimate anthem to resilience and joy, alongside groundbreaking new works by contemporary choreographers that promise to propel dance in exhilarating new directions — pushing the boundaries of what the human body can do and what the human spirit can achieve. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the Ailey magic, this is dance that speaks to the heart, defies limits, and stays with you long after the curtain falls. Repertory Friday, February 27 - 7:30PM Blink of an Eye A Case of You Embrace Revelations Saturday, February 28 - 2:00PM Jazz Island Difference Between Song of the Anchorite Revelations Saturday, February 28 - 7:30PM Blink of an Eye A Case of You Embrace Revelations Sunday, March 1 - 2:00PM Jazz Island Difference Between Song of the Anchorite Revelations

Watch artists compete in timed painting rounds while the audience votes to determine the winner. Live art competition entertainment at its finest.

Art Battle Philadelphia — artists step into the circle with blank canvases, racing the clock to turn emotion into art. Twenty minutes. No undo. Only truth in color.

Michael Colyar is a multi-talented, actor, comedian, and author. Michael is no stranger to work as he is still packing out shows in major cities night after night. His wit, charm, and unique sense of style has been captivating audiences since the 80’s. Michael consistently performed every weekend — 5 shows a day on Venice Beach — and was rightfully dubbed the “King of Venice Beach” while performing 9 years straight. His fans can’t get enough of him. “He’s real,” “down to earth,” “a giver,” they say. Michael’s philanthropic legacy extends beyond his $100K win from "Star Search" of which he gave 50% to the homeless. Today, Michael still finds the time to share laughter with those in need in shelters, rehabilitation centers, schools, and military bases. Michael Colyar is best known for his starring roles in "Black-ish," "House Party III," "Norbit," "The Princess & The Frog," and his role as Mr. Whitaker on the hit television series “Martin.” Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

GRAMMY Award-winner Kurt Elling is without question today's preeminent male jazz vocalist, renowned for a signature, rich sound and an inventive and individualized body of work. With a one-of-a-kind brand of contemporary beat lyricism and vocalese-writing ingenuity, the Chicago-based musician has extended the parameters of vocal jazz and enlarged its vocabulary. Over a twenty-five year career of touring and recording, Elling has won three Prix du Jazz Vocal Awards (France), two German Echo Awards, two Dutch Edison Awards, and has been nominated for a GRAMMY Award sixteen times. He has had a 14-year run atop the DownBeat Critics and Readers polls, and has won twelve Jazz Journalists Awards for "Male Vocalist of the Year." Jazz Series Packages This show is part of our 2025-26 Jazz Series. Save when you choose two or more shows from our exciting jazz season!

Luther Allison — piano Russell Hall — bass Brian Richburg — drums Ekep Nkwelle is a force in today’s jazz scene, charting a remarkable journey from the vibrant culture of Washington, DC, to the iconic stages of New York City and beyond. Show times 7:30 & 9:30 Friday $30 / Saturday $35 General Admission ~ a la carte menu: $30 / $35 Dinner & Show ~ Includes 3-course dinner: $100 / $105 VIP Dinner & Show ~ Includes dinner above and upgraded stage-front seating: $120 / $125 (Beverages not included) All-In Price at check out inclusive of taxes & fees. Server gratuity ($14) added to Dinner & Show fees. Join our YouTube Channel to watch live: Chris' Jazz Cafe

Friday nights from 8:30 p.m. at this Center City gastropub that opened in 2024 in the former Farmer's Keep space at 20th and Ludlow. The owners of Thanal Indian Tavern renovated the building—once featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives—keeping the farmhouse vibes and rooftop deck intact. DJs spin while you work through upscale bar fare like the house smash burger and Korean BBQ riblets.

Michael Colyar is a multi-talented, actor, comedian, and author. Michael is no stranger to work as he is still packing out shows in major cities night after night. His wit, charm, and unique sense of style has been captivating audiences since the 80’s. Michael consistently performed every weekend — 5 shows a day on Venice Beach — and was rightfully dubbed the “King of Venice Beach” while performing 9 years straight. His fans can’t get enough of him. “He’s real,” “down to earth,” “a giver,” they say. Michael’s philanthropic legacy extends beyond his $100K win from "Star Search" of which he gave 50% to the homeless. Today, Michael still finds the time to share laughter with those in need in shelters, rehabilitation centers, schools, and military bases. Michael Colyar is best known for his starring roles in "Black-ish," "House Party III," "Norbit," "The Princess & The Frog," and his role as Mr. Whitaker on the hit television series “Martin.” Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Philadelphia Orchestra Side-by-Side concert. A special collaboration between Philadelphia Sinfonia and the Philadelphia Orchestra. More concerts, more artistry, and more moments you won't want to miss.

Philadelphia's flagship farmers market, operated by Farm to City at 18th & Walnut Streets in Rittenhouse Square. Saturdays year-round: 9 AM–2 PM from April through November, 10 AM–2 PM from December through March. Over two dozen weekly vendors plus rotating guest producers sell farm-fresh produce, pasture-raised meats, artisanal cheeses, baked goods, cut flowers, prepared foods, and locally made spirits. Accepts cash, credit, and PA FMNP vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables. A Tuesday market also operates at this location.

S'mores and cocoa event for LGBTQ+ families.

Jack Grady is a comedy magician whose chaotic, unpredictable style has earned him a cult following and millions of fans across the internet. One of the most unique voices in Magic today, Jack has a rare instinct for virality at its core, including delivering the shortest audition in America’s Got Talent history and his documentary will be premiering at the 2026 New York Film Festival. He is also the first magician to ever step into a professional boxing match, and currently has a documentary on the way that further captures the madness behind his career. Blending sharp comedy with impossible magic, Jack’s performances are fast paced, absurd, and completely original. Simply put, Jack Grady is one of the weirdest and most hilarious acts you will ever experience, delivering a show that is as unforgettable as it is unpredictable. Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Michael Colyar is a multi-talented, actor, comedian, and author. Michael is no stranger to work as he is still packing out shows in major cities night after night. His wit, charm, and unique sense of style has been captivating audiences since the 80’s. Michael consistently performed every weekend — 5 shows a day on Venice Beach — and was rightfully dubbed the “King of Venice Beach” while performing 9 years straight. His fans can’t get enough of him. “He’s real,” “down to earth,” “a giver,” they say. Michael’s philanthropic legacy extends beyond his $100K win from "Star Search" of which he gave 50% to the homeless. Today, Michael still finds the time to share laughter with those in need in shelters, rehabilitation centers, schools, and military bases. Michael Colyar is best known for his starring roles in "Black-ish," "House Party III," "Norbit," "The Princess & The Frog," and his role as Mr. Whitaker on the hit television series “Martin.” Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Michael Colyar is a multi-talented, actor, comedian, and author. Michael is no stranger to work as he is still packing out shows in major cities night after night. His wit, charm, and unique sense of style has been captivating audiences since the 80’s. Michael consistently performed every weekend — 5 shows a day on Venice Beach — and was rightfully dubbed the “King of Venice Beach” while performing 9 years straight. His fans can’t get enough of him. “He’s real,” “down to earth,” “a giver,” they say. Michael’s philanthropic legacy extends beyond his $100K win from "Star Search" of which he gave 50% to the homeless. Today, Michael still finds the time to share laughter with those in need in shelters, rehabilitation centers, schools, and military bases. Michael Colyar is best known for his starring roles in "Black-ish," "House Party III," "Norbit," "The Princess & The Frog," and his role as Mr. Whitaker on the hit television series “Martin.” Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Come join three current classroom teachers as they discuss all the nonsensical things that happen inside a real classroom. Sit back and relax while we laugh at the profession with Gaspare Randazzo (Netflix, "The Social Studies Podcast") Phillip Lindsay (Social Media Sensation, The Today Show) and Andrea Forcum (Social Media Star, "Those Who Can't Do" Podcast) The show will include stories from the classroom, Q and A session, and tons of laughs. You won't want to miss this. Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Philly Pheminists Protest Craft Circle and Organizing Meeting. Come with your painting clothes on — create posters and art for the International Working Women's Day rally and future actions.

Violist Dillon Scott, PYO ’22, returns as soloist for Bartók’s expressive Viola Concerto . The program concludes with Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony , celebrated for its sweeping melodies and emotional depth.

Sold out. To join the waitlist, contact the Philadelphia Chamber Music Society at boxoffice@pcmsconcerts.org or 215-569-8080. “There is no finer ensemble in the world, expressively and technically,” than the Takács Quartet ( Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ). Formed in Budapest in 1975, this peerless ensemble returns to Philadelphia to perform a new work by Brazilian-American composer Clarice Assad, as well as Haydn’s charming Rider Quartet and Beethoven’s profound and groundbreaking Quartet in C-sharp Minor, Op. 131—which he considered his favorite achievement in the genre. Pre-Concert Talk: In the Saddle with Haydn and Beethoven: The Topic of Horse Riding in Their String Quartets with Karl Middleman in Comcast Circle, 1:45 pm

Come join three current classroom teachers as they discuss all the nonsensical things that happen inside a real classroom. Sit back and relax while we laugh at the profession with Gaspare Randazzo (Netflix, "The Social Studies Podcast") Phillip Lindsay (Social Media Sensation, The Today Show) and Andrea Forcum (Social Media Star, "Those Who Can't Do" Podcast) The show will include stories from the classroom, Q and A session, and tons of laughs. You won't want to miss this. Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Michael Colyar is a multi-talented, actor, comedian, and author. Michael is no stranger to work as he is still packing out shows in major cities night after night. His wit, charm, and unique sense of style has been captivating audiences since the 80’s. Michael consistently performed every weekend — 5 shows a day on Venice Beach — and was rightfully dubbed the “King of Venice Beach” while performing 9 years straight. His fans can’t get enough of him. “He’s real,” “down to earth,” “a giver,” they say. Michael’s philanthropic legacy extends beyond his $100K win from "Star Search" of which he gave 50% to the homeless. Today, Michael still finds the time to share laughter with those in need in shelters, rehabilitation centers, schools, and military bases. Michael Colyar is best known for his starring roles in "Black-ish," "House Party III," "Norbit," "The Princess & The Frog," and his role as Mr. Whitaker on the hit television series “Martin.” Couples Package includes: - 2 premium seats - $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person) - Gratuity - Ticket Protection Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

Live jazz every Sunday evening in the Living Room at W Philadelphia featuring the Elijah Cole Trio. Wind down the weekend with cocktails and live music.

Also seen and heard on Mock The Week (BBC2), Live At The Apollo (BBC), and on Sunday mornings on Radio X alongside Matthew Crosby. ★★★★ - “A Class Act. Comedy Gold” - Time Out ★★★★ - “Mesmerically funny and original…consistently eye-wateringly hilarious” - The I Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.

DJ Sara Sherr of Sing Your Life Karaoke runs the Sunday night session from 9pm to 2am in the same wood-paneled, neon-lit room where the drag show happens Thursdays. No cover. The song book is deep. Get your name on the list by 9:30 if you want to sing before midnight. Cash is king here, and "The Special" is still $5.

Queer Run is dedicated to creating safe spaces for Philadelphia-area LGBTQIA+ athletes and allies of all running paces. Free weekly group run. Post-run location TBD.