Community Events

Residents can enjoy a complimentary lunch and meet with WHYY News staff.

May 21–25: Art Battle in Delaware, Asian Eats Restaurant Week in Philly and Journey’s final tour in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

Se espera que cerca de 600 asistentes se reúnan en Wilmington para una cumbre centrada en el compromiso cívico, el poder económico, la educación y la inmigración.

May 14–17: Tribute bands, the Philly Jewish Music Festival and a live retelling of “The Princess Bride” are among weekend highlights.

Film screenings, story slams, dance tours, budget talks, No Arena Open Mic Night, flea markets and more this week as spring in Philly continues.

The latest event in the series recounted Haiti’s fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly’s role as capital of the catering industry.

Kids from all over the city learned more than tennis in Rodney Square at USTA’s Tennis in the Streets.

More than 300 nonprofits across Delaware County participated in this year’s 24-hour fundraising blitz.

May 7–10: Sixers' playoff run continues, celebrate Greek culture at the Opa! fest or brush up on your history during a live podcast taping at the Kimmel.

The third annual Philly Opener kicks off what tourism leaders say will be a "once-in-a-generation year of history."

The street festival with live music, vendors and food trucks begins after the commemoration of a new historical marker for the Kensington Riots of 1844.

Philly is funny – literally. Whether you’re looking for an improv show, comedy classes or the bigger headliners, here’s your guide to Philly’s comedy scene.

About 600 attendees are expected to gather in Wilmington for a summit that focuses on civic engagement, economic power, education and immigration.

Taking place May 4-8 this year, more than 90 tech-focused events are planned, celebrating America’s semiquincentennial.

April 30 to May 3: An emo tribute in Delaware, a Meat Loaf musical in Philly and a Kentucky Derby wine fest in South Jersey lead this weekend’s events.