Community Events

For second-generation Odunde leader Oshunbumi Fernandez-West, investing in Philadelphia’s youth to learn about entrepreneurship is a top priority.

The two-day event features performances, speeches and community resources to call for the end of gun violence in Philly.

June 5 - June 8: ShakesBeer in the Park in Del., the Baltimore Avenue dollar stroll in West Philly and Halsey in South Jersey are among the highlights.

The documentary produced by Bradley Cooper will premiere on PBS on June 24 and will be available for streaming for free on the PBS app.

The free event will be held at Main Street between First Avenue and Third Avenue instead of its original venue outside the former Brandywine Hospital.

Attendees were offered free health screenings to monitor blood pressure and sugar levels, and were connected with local health organizations.

Odunde CEO Oshunbumi Fernandez-West and COO Adeniyi Ogundana can only give thanks to God as they continue the work the festival’s founders began.

Students studying journalism and public speaking will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.

The market, which allows underserved vendors to sell crafts, has launched its first crowdfunding campaign to expand opportunities for local creators.

The 2025 Philadelphia Pride March and Festival drew many people to the annual celebration for the first time.

A class of New Jersey fifth graders will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.

The inaugural Death and Arts Festival, taking place at Philadelphia's Laurel Hill East and West cemeteries, brings together five artists who explore aging, dying and grieving.

Philadelphia's University of the Arts closed almost one year ago. Former students and faculty and local performers will commemorate the closure with events and performances.

The first Odunde Festival was held in 1975. Half a century later, it’s run by the daughter and grandson of co-founder Lois Fernandez.

May 29 - June 1: “Hairspray” in Del., Roots Picnic in Philly, and Waltfest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.