Put a spring in your step with some of Philly’s hottest events, from galas to fashion shows and more.
Message in a Bottle is set to music by 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting.
5/3-5/11
PHILLY TECH WEEK
The brightest minds in tech are coming together to host panels, gaming-themed events and cocktail parties all week long across the city. Join them in the celebration of tech entrepreneurs and enthusiasts alike at the annual Philly Tech Week. Multiple locations,phillytechweek.com
5/4
DERBY DAY AT ROSALIE WAYNE
Secure your fastener for a derby day celebration at Rosalie Wayne. While donning their derby best, guests can sip mint juleps or Kentucky peach mules. 139 E. Lancaster Ave.,rosaliewayne.com
5/9
THE 123RD ANNUAL STUDENT EXHIBITION PREVIEW PARTY
Invest in the great artists of tomorrow by attending the Student Exhibit Preview Party at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA). Guests can peruse and purchase students’ work at this event hosted by the Women’s Committee of PAFA. 128 N. Broad St.,pafa.org
5/9
RED JACKET GALA
Dedicating a whole year to local schools, City Year hosts their Red Jacket Gala to fundraise for and celebrate the efforts of those who devoted their time to serving under-resourced schools. Enjoy delectable bites and drinks at Vie by Cescaphe while honoring their Student Success Coaches. 600 N. Broad St.,cityyear.org
5/14-5/19
MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE
Follow the journey of three siblings fighting for their village in Message in a Bottle, directed by five-time Olivier Award nominee Kate Prince. This dance performance at the Miller Theater will surely have you on the edge of your seat as you watch triumph unfold. 250 S. Broad St.,ensembleartsphilly.org
5/18-5/19
SOUTH 9TH STREET FESTIVAL
Everyone loves a good block party in the springtime. The annual South 9th Street Festival is back with live entertainment, the Traditional Procession of Saints and unbeatable Italian bites from fan favorites like Di Bruno Bros. and Isgro Pastries. S. 9th St. from Wharton to Fitzwater,italianmarketfestival.com
5/21
CHOP’S THE RUNWAY
Strut your stuff at CHOP’s The Runway. This afternoon fashion show at the Crystal Tea Room serves as a stylish celebration of the patients’ grit, the fashion partners’ visions and the donors’ selflessness. 100 E. Penn Square, 9th Floor,choprunway.org
5/26-7/7
PHILADELPHIA LATINO ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL
Grab your popcorn—the Philadelphia Latino Arts and Film Festival (PHLAFF) is ready to screen groundbreaking films across a wide range of genres throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. Through movies, discussions, Q&A sessions and more, PHLAFF is eager to highlight the hard work of Latino filmmakers and artists. phlaff.org
5/30
ACRES OF DIAMONDS GALA
See your city’s beloved baseball stadium in a new way at Philly’s longest-running charitable event, the Acres of Diamonds Gala. Serving as a marquee fundraiser for Temple Health, this night of speeches, music and city comradery fundraises for patient care across Temple Health Campuses. 1 Citizens Bank Way,onecau.se/templehealthgala
Photography by: LYNN THEISEN
