Philadelphia/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on September 04, 2019
4 ways to enjoy your week in PhiladelphiaPhoto: Alexander Popov/Unsplash

From a faith-based concert to an orchestra performance, there's plenty to enjoy in Philadelphia this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas to fill your calendar.

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'Praise' album release concert

From the event description:

Celebrate a faith-based album release with a concert featuring new Jewish spiritual songs this Thursday night. 

When: Thursday, Sept. 5, 7-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Rotunda, 4014 Walnut St.
Admission: $10
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

First Friday West Philly

From the event description:

Get ready for the next installment of Indie-Life's First Friday event where we gather to celebrate the arts in West Philadelphia. Family-friendly fun also includes arts and crafts for your little ones and sounds from Sonic Selector Elevation. Guests will also enjoy light bites and drinks.

When: Friday, Sept. 6, 5-9 p.m.
Where: Indie-Life Creative Studio, 4616 Baltimore Ave.
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

'Hale County This Morning, This Evening'

From the event description:

The Paul Robeson House is proud to invite the community for a screening of RaMell Ross' Academy Award-nominated "Hale County This Morning, This Evening," one of the year's most critically acclaimed films. 

When: Friday, Sept. 6, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Paul Robeson House, 4951 Walnut St.
Admission: Free
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West Philadelphia Orchestra 

From the event description:

Check out the West Philadelphia Orchestra with Tubular this Friday night. Fronted by Bulgarian-American vocalist Petia Z., the group includes more than a dozen of Philadelphia’s finest brass and percussion players and has been known as "Philadelphia's village band" since 2006. 

When: Friday, Sept. 6, 9 p.m.- Saturday, Sept. 7, 1 a.m.
Where: Johnny Brenda's, 1201 N. Frankford Ave.
Admission: $15
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Parking in Philadelphia can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Philadelphia parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check SEPTA's website for nearby stations and schedules.


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