New Jersey
\nWomen\u2019s Equality Day Festival<\/p>\n
Where: Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice, 128 Hooton Road, <\/a>Mt. Laurel, N.J. As chronicled in the hit Broadway musical \u201cSuffs,\u201d <\/a>South Jersey native Alice Paul<\/a> was a true revolutionary. She spent her entire life unapologetically fighting for women\u2019s rights, from helping women to get the vote to drafting the Equal Rights Amendment. At a time when women were expected to be submissive to men, Paul endured arrests and imprisonment after picketing the White House as part of the \u201cSilent Sentinels\u201d campaign. Paul\u2019s work helped ratify the 19th Amendment in 1920, securing women\u2019s right to vote in the U.S. This festival <\/a>honors her legacy through a free, public gathering that reflects her pioneering leadership and the ongoing battle for women\u2019s rights.\n<\/p>\n Special events Philly is full of history, which made it a perfect launchpad for the \u201cNational Treasure\u201d film franchise. National Treasure Weekend <\/a>is a three-day citywide experience centered on Philly\u2019s role in the movies. The original 2004 film starring Nicolas Cage as treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates references Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and other Philly landmarks in a fictional hunt for hidden national secrets. The weekend includes outdoor screenings of \u201cNational Treasure\u201d and \u201cNational Treasure: Book of Secrets,\u201d immersive Heist Nights created by the National Treasure Hunt team, and a live podcast recording with director Jon Turteltaub.<\/a> Unfortunately, the guided tour of the movie\u2019s locations is sold out, but it repeats in September.\n<\/p>\n The Philly Bookstore Crawl Where: Multiple locations Think of this as a cerebral crawl \u2014 as opposed to one awash in beer or cocktails. The citywide, self-guided celebration<\/a> of Philadelphia\u2019s independent bookstores is now in its fourth year, encompassing stores in Center City, Fishtown, Germantown, Chestnut Hill and even the near \u2018burbs. The idea is to highlight booksellers throughout the region, and to that end, the stores are offering special promotions, guests and activations. Organizers say there are over 50 participating bookstores in Philly and in 18 neighboring communities.\n <\/p>\n Philly Naked Bike Ride Where: Start location TBA Part of the global World Naked Bike Ride movement, a series of clothing-optional cycling events created to promote cycling advocacy and body positivity, the Philadelphia ride<\/a> is now in its 17th year. Yes, it raises eyebrows among those unfamiliar with the event, but it draws thousands of participants every year who ride through the city with a route kept secret until shortly before the event. Anyone can ride, and the full monty is optional. This year\u2019s theme: Shameless naked bicycle joy!<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Delco Chalk Fest<\/p>\n Where: 12 Reaney St.,<\/a> Chester, Pa. \u2013 next door to Subaru Park The Delco Chalk Fest <\/a>turns a suburban street into an artist\u2019s canvas, where more than a dozen professional chalk artists create large-scale pieces in real-time over two days. But it\u2019s not just for professionals; anyone can grab chalk and participate to the tune of live entertainment and with pay-as-you-go food and drink options. Given its proximity to Subaru Park, it\u2019s no surprise that the Philadelphia Union\u2019s mascot, Phang, is expected to appear.\n<\/p>\n Ukrainian Folk Festival 2026<\/p>\n Where: Tryzub Ukrainian American Sports Center, 1 Lower State Road, <\/a>North Wales, Pa. Despite the ongoing conflict, the annual Ukrainian Independence Folk Festival <\/a>is happening as usual. It\u2019s a full-day cultural event built around music, dance and culture, marking Ukraine\u2019s independence with an outdoor concert program, traditional folk performances and a mix of live bands, singers and dance ensembles. Additional programming includes historical exhibits, cultural demonstrations and tributes to those who have supported or defended Ukraine. Each paid admission will add $2 to the war relief effort.\n<\/p>\n Tour de Love City Bike Ride<\/p>\n It\u2019s a ride, not a race, from one Love City Brewing location to another. Intended as a preview of the upcoming Philly Cycling Classic, it\u2019s an 8-mile bike ride<\/a> done at your own pace. Once you get to Manyunk, your reward is a medal, a free beer or beverage of your choice, and automatic entry into a raffle featuring Love City Brewing merch and other prizes. The afterparty goes until 8 p.m., and all proceeds go to Neighborhood Bike Works.\u00a0<\/a>\n<\/p>\n Arts and culture Ntozake Shange<\/a>\u2019s groundbreaking 1975 choreopoem is one of the most influential works in American theater. A 2010 film adaptation by Tyler Perry starring Whoopi Goldberg and Thandiwe Newton and a 2022 Broadway revival reintroduced the production to new audiences. Shange would have likely appreciated the efforts of Theater in the X, which mounts plays in a community park to make the arts accessible to nontraditional audiences. This production <\/a>is directed by Cheyenne Barboza,<\/a> who has shaped some of the company\u2019s previous stagings, including \u201cThe Wiz.\u201d\n<\/p>\n Association of African American Museums Conference Events<\/p>\n Where: African American Museum in Philadelphia, 701 Arch St.\u00a0<\/a> The A<\/a>frican American Museum in Philadelphia is hosting the 48th annual Association of African American Museums <\/a>conference, and while that\u2019s limited to museum professionals, its celebrations are open to the public. On Thursday, the Barnes Foundation opens its doors to the ticketed AAMP After Dark: Celebrating the Sounds of Freedom<\/a> event, hosted by Dyana Williams. On Friday, Marsha Ambrosius<\/a> performs at the free Jubilee event,<\/a> commemorating AAMP\u2019s 50th anniversary.\n<\/p>\n Urban Art Fest 52<\/p>\n Urban Art Gallery<\/a> has already staked its place as a contemporary art gallery in West Philadelphia. For the third year, they are digging in on their goal to bring art to the masses at their neighborhood arts festival <\/a>centered on a stretch of South 52nd Street. It features more than 50 local artists, live music and performances, plus local food and apparel vendors. Hip-hop legends Big Daddy Kane,<\/a> Chubb Rock<\/a> and local jazz musician Hiruy Tirfe<\/a> will perform.\n<\/p>\n Art Under the Stars IV: Philly Summer Fantasy<\/p>\n Consider it an art salon in South Kensington. At this nighttime outdoor art and music gathering<\/a>, attendees will experience live visual art, music and community in a garden-style setting where the audience moves freely between experiences rather than sitting through a formal stage show. More than 20 artists are expected. Pay-as-you-go food and drink will be provided by local eateries including Mr. D\u2019s Homestyle Cooking<\/a>, Cloud Cups Gelato<\/a> and more. Philly artist and \u201cartpreneur\u201d J. Taylor <\/a>hosts.\n<\/p>\n Kids Where: The Mann Center, 5201 Parkside Ave.<\/a> The Mann Center celebrates four different milestones<\/a> that were held in Philly: Independence in 1776, the Centennial Exposition in 1876, the Bicentennial in 1976 when the venue originally opened and this year\u2019s 50th anniversary season \u2014 with a free, family-friendly daylong event. There will be live performances on multiple stages, a dedicated kids\u2019 zone, a community singalong, interactive demonstrations, food and other vendors.\u00a0 You can bring your own food and nonalcoholic beverages, so pack up the kids, the cooler, lawn chairs and a blanket and head on over.\n<\/p>\n Food and drink Beer fests are automatically elevated when they\u2019re in an upscale atmosphere. Fonthill Castle fits the bill with its historic past as the residence of multihyphenate scholar and artist Henry Chapman Mercer. <\/a>The fest <\/a>features local and regional breweries offering curated samples, along with live music, food vendors and a timed-entry format that includes general admission and a VIP tier. Participating breweries include Broad Street Brewing,<\/a> Aristaeus Brewing,<\/a> Prime Station Brewing<\/a> and Vault Brewing.<\/a> Proceeds benefit the castle\u2019s upkeep and community programming.\n<\/p>\n Summer Ale Festival<\/p>\n Lions and tigers and beers, oh my! This is the rescheduled Summer Ale Festival<\/a> that flips the usual daytime zoo experience into an after-hours social with craft beverages, live music and food trucks. Expect more than 100 options, including beer, cider, seltzer and spirits, plus performances by Nik Greeley and the Operators,<\/a> Echo Kid<\/a> and Moonroof.<\/a> You can sip and stroll while passing big cats and primates. They likely won\u2019t judge you. The event doubles as a fundraiser supporting the zoo\u2019s conservation and education work.\n<\/p>\n Sports Everyone watches women\u2019s sports, and this time they can do so from closer to home as a pro tennis tourney comes to Philly<\/a> for the first time in two decades. A Women\u2019s Tennis Association 125-level event, it brings ranked international players to the city for a week of competition just ahead of the U.S. Open. The 2017 U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens<\/a> is the biggest name announced so far, but other competitors include Spain\u2019s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro,<\/a> who reached the Round of 16 at Wimbledon last summer; Russia\u2019s Liudmila Samsonova,<\/a> a Wimbledon quarterfinalist; Germany\u2019s Eva Lys<\/a>, who reached the round of 16 at the 2025 Australian Open; and American Ashlyn Krueger,<\/a> who is currently the No. 56 ranked women\u2019s tennis player in the world.\n<\/p>\n Comedy Where: Punch Line Philly, 33 E. Laurel St.\u00a0\u00a0<\/a> The Chicago-born, New York\u2013based comedian, actor and podcaster Godfrey<\/a> built his reputation on sharp cultural commentary and spot-on impressions. Beyond stand-up, he stays constantly active in digital media through his podcasts,\u00a0 \u201cIn Godfrey We Trust\u201d<\/a> and \u201cOne 54,\u201d <\/a>co-hosted with TV personality Akbar Gbajabiamila,<\/a> which center African voices across all 54 African countries. He\u2019ll clock in to Punchline Philly <\/a>for five shows from Thursday through Saturday.\n<\/p>\n Music Where: Xfinity Mobile Arena (formerly Wells Fargo Arena), 3601 S. Broad St. <\/a> Formed in Toronto in 1968, the classic lineup of Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson and Neil Peart, who passed in 2020, combined hard rock and sonic experimentation, with albums like \u201c2112,\u201d \u201cMoving Pictures\u201d and \u201cPermanent Waves\u201d cementing their status as rock stalwarts. Songs like \u201cTom Sawyer,\u201d \u201cLimelight\u201d and \u201cThe Spirit of Radio\u201d developed a hardcore fanbase that followed them through decades and lineup changes. Their current tour, Fifty Something, brings them back down the road with a new live configuration, featuring female drummer Anika Nilles. <\/a>They\u2019re in Philly for two shows<\/a> on Friday and Sunday.\n<\/p>\n Gregory Alan Isakov with The Philly Pops<\/p>\n Gregory Alan Isakov<\/a> has released six studio albums, including \u201cThis Empty Northern Hemisphere,\u201d \u201cThe Weatherman\u201d and \u201cEvening Machines,\u201d which received a Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album. His most recent release, \u201cAppaloosa Bones,\u201d<\/a> came out in 2023. Since then, he\u2019s collaborated on singles like 2026\u2019s \u201cFade Into You\u201d with Sylvan Esso, and with artists including Brandi Carlile, Iron & Wine, The Lumineers and Kacey Musgraves. He\u2019s on a multicity orchestral tour featuring different symphonies and guest ensembles, including this Philadelphia stop <\/a>where he performs with The Philly Pops.\n<\/p>\n Christopher Williams<\/p>\n Christopher Williams<\/a> comes through City Winery Philly<\/a> with the swag that led to his signature hit \u201cI\u2019m Dreamin\u2019\u201d from the \u201cNew Jack City\u201d soundtrack. The single topped the Billboard R&B chart in 1991. His catalog also includes R&B hits like \u201cEvery Little Thing U Do,\u201d \u201cTalk to Myself\u201d and \u201cPromises, Promises.\u201d Since then, he\u2019s kept up a steady touring schedule, also appearing in over 30 church and \u201curban\u201d stage musicals, including \u201cA Good Man Is Hard to Find\u201d and \u201cNew Jack City Live.\u201d\n<\/p>\n Chance The Rapper Coloring Book 10-year Anniversary Tour It\u2019s been 10 years since \u201cColoring Book\u201d <\/a>established Chance the Rapper <\/a>as a promising new talent out of the rich soil of Chicago\u2019s hip-hop scene. He\u2019ll be heading out on tour from August through October, performing \u201cColoring Book\u201d in full along with material from his 2025 studio album, \u201cStar Line,\u201d<\/a> his most recent full-length release. The three-time Grammy winner made history when \u201cColoring Book\u201d became the first streaming-only project to win a Grammy for Best Rap Album. His Philly tour stop<\/a> is on Saturday night.\n<\/p>\n Summer Music Festival<\/p>\n The Friends of FDR Park Summer Music Festival <\/a>returns for its second year with Jason Jefferies and the TaLLtrEEs,<\/a> The Jazz Crew Big Band, <\/a>Batala Philly,<\/a> STREET BEANS<\/a> and Gapura Philadelphia<\/a> on stage. Alongside the music, there are pop-up vendors representing African American, Latino and Southeast Asian communities, plus a food and drink lineup that includes Taqueria Morales,<\/a> Beverly Shakur Catering,<\/a> Pucker Up Lemonade and Kendrick\u2019s Wraps.\n<\/p>\n Lady B\u2019s Annual Basement Party<\/p>\n Radio personality Lady B<\/a> was the first woman to record a rap single with 1979\u2019s \u201cTo the Beat, Y\u2019all\u201d and was one of the earliest female radio personalities in the genre. Her annual Basement Party<\/a> is a concert, family reunion and cultural time capsule. This year\u2019s show includes foundational hip-hop artists like Sweet Tee, Kwame, Tuff Crew, Large Professor and Kool Moe Dee, along with R&B performers The Force MD\u2019s and Silk.\n <\/p>\n
\nWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22, 1 p.m. \u2013 5 p.m.
\nHow much: Free<\/p>\n
\nNational Treasure Weekend<\/p>\n
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Philadelphia\u2019s Bookstore Crawl is returning for its fourth year. (Phillybookstorecrawl.com)<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22
\nHow much: Free, pay as you go<\/p>\n
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File photo: Riders took over Lombard Street as they make their way through Center City in 2019. (Jonathan Wilson\/WHYY)<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22
\nHow much: Free; location and start time will be announced on the website 24 hours before the race<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22, noon \u2013 6 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 23
\nHow much: Free<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Sunday, Aug. 23, noon \u2013 8 p.m.
\nHow much: $20; kids 14 and under, free; tickets sold at the door only<\/p>\n
\n\u2018For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide\/ When The Rainbow is Enuf\u2019<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Through Friday, Aug. 21
\nHow much: $75, free<\/p>\n
\nHighmark Mann Milestone Mashup<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Saturday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.
\nHow much: Free with registration<\/p>\n
\nFonthill Castle Beer Fest
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A chilled beer mug on cafe table. (photosvit\/bigstock)<\/p>\n
\nEnnoble Care Philly Open
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Danielle Collins of the U.S. plays a forehand return to Ash Barty of Australia during the women\u2019s singles final at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 29, 2022. (AP Photo\/Simon Baker)<\/p>\n
\nGodfrey
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Godfrey arrives at the premiere of \u201cMichael\u201d on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss\/Invision\/AP)<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Thursday, Aug. 20, 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 21, Saturday, Aug. 22, 7 p.m., 9:15 p.m.
\nHow much: $45 \u2013 $95<\/a><\/p>\n
\nRush: Fifty Something Tour
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Geddy Lee of the band Rush performs in concert during their \u0093R40 Live: 40th Anniversary Tour 2015 at the Wells Fargo Center on Thursday, June 25, 2015, in Philadelphia. (Photo by Owen Sweeney\/Invision\/AP)<\/p>\n
\nWhen: Friday, Aug. 21, Sunday, Aug. 23, 7:30 p.m.
\nHow much: $205 and up<\/a><\/p>\n
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Chance The Rapper performs during the Summer Smash Music Festival on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Bridgeview, Ill. (Photo by Rob Grabowski\/Invision\/AP)<\/p>\n