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Angelique Kidjo will perform at the Zellerbach Theatre at the Annenberg Center in West Philadelphia on Saturday.

Philly music this week is stacked with shows by Angelique Kidjo, Patterson Hood, Pink Sweat$, and Philly’s greatest Pogues cover band

Friday is FOMO night. Plus, John Legend, Black Keys, and Nas with the Philadelphia Orchestra concerts announced.

Akeem Davis plays the titular role in August Wilson's "King Hedley II" at the Arden Theatre through March 30.

‘King Hedley II’ at the Arden is a masterclass in live theater

People gather inside Macy’s to listen to the Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 10, 2025.

The Wanamaker Organ is closing out the Macy’s era with a grand, daylong series of concerts

Philly fans will soon be able to stream local teams on Peacock — but it's going to cost them.

Philly fans can finally stream Phillies, 76ers, and Flyers games on Peacock — but it'll cost you

The presence of Albert C. Barnes hovers at the Barnes Foundation on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, both in the way the art is presented as well as in this 1926 portrait of him by Giorgio de Chirico shown in a photo from May 2013.

Barnes, the original bad boy of art, is badder than ever in Blake Gopnik’s new book

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‘King Hedley II’ at the Arden is a masterclass in live theater

James Ijames' reworking of the August Wilson 1980s text reminds us how the Reagan years never really left us

Akeem Davis plays the titular role in August Wilson's "King Hedley II" at the Arden Theatre through March 30.

Akeem Davis plays the titular role in August Wilson's "King Hedley II" at the Arden Theatre through March 30.

‘King Hedley II’ at the Arden is a masterclass in live theater

James Ijames' reworking of the August Wilson 1980s text reminds us how the Reagan years never really left us

The Wanamaker Organ is closing out the Macy’s era with a grand, daylong series of concerts

People gather inside Macy’s to listen to the Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 10, 2025.

Barnes, the original bad boy of art, is badder than ever in Blake Gopnik’s new book

The presence of Albert C. Barnes hovers at the Barnes Foundation on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, both in the way the art is presented as well as in this 1926 portrait of him by Giorgio de Chirico shown in a photo from May 2013.

‘Suffs,’ ‘Kimberly Akimbo,’ ‘The Outsiders,’ and more Broadway hits to land in Philadelphia this year

Maya Lagerstam as Storyteller 1 and Tyler Joseph Ellis as Storyteller 2 in The North American Tour of 'Shucked.' Photo by Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman.

Ruth Perlmutter, professor, film scholar, and cofounder of the Jewish Film Festival, has died at 96

Carrie Rickey

Mrs. Perlmutter received her bachelor’s degree in literature at New York University.

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Morgan Freeman speaks about Gene Hackman with an image of Gene Hackman on the screen during the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Gene Hackman died at home a week after wife Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus, authorities say

Morgan Lee, Susan Montoya Bryan, and Lisa Baumann, Associated Press

Sean Baker accepts the award for best film editing for "Anora" during the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Where to watch ‘Anora,’ ‘The Brutalist,’ and other Oscar favorites in Philadelphia-area theaters

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Morgan Freeman speaks about Gene Hackman with an image of Gene Hackman on the screen during the Oscars on Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Gene Hackman died at home a week after wife Betsy Arakawa died from hantavirus, authorities say

Morgan Lee, Susan Montoya Bryan, and Lisa Baumann, Associated Press

Sean Baker accepts the award for best film editing for "Anora" during the Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Where to watch ‘Anora,’ ‘The Brutalist,’ and other Oscar favorites in Philadelphia-area theaters

Bedatri D. Choudhury

Philly fans will soon be able to stream local teams on Peacock — but it's going to cost them.

Philly fans can finally stream Phillies, 76ers, and Flyers games on Peacock — but it'll cost you

Brett Goldstein (left), Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt in “Ted Lasso.” The series will return for a fourth season.

Jason Sudeikis confirms ‘Ted Lasso’ will return for fourth season — and he’ll be coaching a women’s team

Gabriela Carroll

Philly fans will soon be able to stream local teams on Peacock — but it's going to cost them.

Philly fans can finally stream Phillies, 76ers, and Flyers games on Peacock — but it'll cost you

Brett Goldstein (left), Jason Sudeikis, and Brendan Hunt in “Ted Lasso.” The series will return for a fourth season.

Jason Sudeikis confirms ‘Ted Lasso’ will return for fourth season — and he’ll be coaching a women’s team

Gabriela Carroll

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Nelly Fernandez mixes up mocktails on Dec. 9, 2021. This weekend, take part in a mocktail mixology class and learn how to whip up some tasty drinks.

The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend

The best things to do in Philadelphia, including popular events, festivals, attractions and tours, free activities and entertainment. See upcoming events and what’s on in Philly today.

Amber Burns and Lauren McCutcheon

It's Fringe Arts March Comedy Weekend. Get ready to add some serious laughs into your weekend with these three side-splitting performances.

The best things to do in Philadelphia this week

Amber Burns and Lauren McCutcheon

Renee Terhune shows off a tattoo at McGillin's Olde Ale House in Center City, Philadelphia on Friday, March 17, 2023. McGillin's continued its tradition of green beer and a celebration for St. Patrick’s Day.

☘️ Time to wear green | Things to Do

March skiers at the Jack Frost-Big Boulder Resort in Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains. Pocono resorts reported a good ski season for winter 2024-25.

Tourism & Gaming

‘Highest attended ski season ever’: Poconos finally catches a cold, but in a good way

Dancers from the McDade-Cara School of Irish Dance travel down Market Street during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Philadelphia on March 12, 2023.

Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025: Route, road closures, and how to watch

Angelique Kidjo will perform at the Zellerbach Theatre at the Annenberg Center in West Philadelphia on Saturday.

Philly music this week is stacked with shows by Angelique Kidjo, Patterson Hood, Pink Sweat$, and Philly’s greatest Pogues cover band

Friday is FOMO night. Plus, John Legend, Black Keys, and Nas with the Philadelphia Orchestra concerts announced.

Will Smith during the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 2, 2025, in Los Angeles. Smith's new album is 'Based On a True Story.'

Will Smith is returning to music with a new album, ‘Based on a True Story,’ and a tour

It's the Philly rapper and actor's first album in 20 years. DJ Jazzy Jeff and Philly singer Fridayy are also involved.

Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin plays the Annenberg Center's Zellerbach Theatre on May 9.

The 10 best jazz concerts in Philadelphia this spring

From Orrin Evans' big 50th birthday celebration to a Roscoe Mitchell-Tyshawn Sorey twofer at Solar Myth, it'll be a very jazzy few months.

Shaun Brady, For The Inquirer

The Eagles’ Jordan Mailata sings a Christmas song during an event for Operation Snowball in December.

Jordan Mailata, Philly Specials to be honored by Philadelphia Music Alliance

The Philadelphia Music Alliance will honor Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata, on behalf of the Philly Specials, on April 30 during the Walk of Fame Gala.

Philly songwriter Ron Gallo's song "If Only Zelenskyy Had a Nice Suit" has over 7 million views on Instagram.

Philly songwriter Ron Gallo goes viral with ‘If Only Zelenskyy Had a Nice Suit’ and ‘ICE at Jersey Kebab’

The Philly native's song for Ukraine has garnered more than 7 million views on Instagram

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Gameday Central: Phillies Extra (Aidan Miller)

Gameday Central: Phillies Extra with Aidan Miller

Phillies top positional prospect Aidan Miller joins The Inquirer’s Scott Lauber to share insights from his first major league camp, his experience in the Spring Breakout prospect showcase, and more.

David O'Neil, former manager of Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

David O'Neil, former manager of Reading Terminal Market, shows an old photo taken by Laszlo of the market.

Spanning centuries, Penn’s new Reading Terminal photo archive captures the ‘magic of the market’

Rosa Padilla stocking the shelves at the new Pathmark in North Philadelphia in 1999.

Philadelphia News

Supermarkets spent 60 years avoiding North Philly. But Black entrepreneurs have fought to bring — and keep — them there

Lynette Hazelton

Joseph Fulton, a boiler cook and 30-year employee, preps crab imperial for the dinner rush at the Lobster House, which is celebrating its 100th year in 2022.

New Jersey News

At the Lobster House, one of the nation’s busiest restaurants, it takes a small army to serve up seafood

Who won our Italian Hoagie Bracket?

The best Italian hoagie in Philly, according to Philadelphians

Patricia Madej, Sam Morris, and Evan Weiss

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