By Nicole Hopmans By Nicole Hopmans | July 12, 2024 | Feature, Events, Entertainment,
Step into Philadelphia summer with unbeatable music, lively festivals and more.
This month, catch Christine Sherrill and the Company of Mamma Mia!
7/13-7/14
30TH HADDONFIELD CRAFTS AND FINE ART FESTIVAL
Celebrate Greater Philadelphia artists at the 30th Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival. The two-day outdoor event showcases the diverse work of more than 200 artists alongside many activities like live music and a “make-and-take” craft station. Haddonfield, N.J.,downtownhaddonfield.com
7/19
OLIVIA RODRIGO TOUR
Rising to global fame from her relatable teen anthems, Olivia Rodrigo’s Grammy Award-winning debut album, SOUR, resonated with listeners of all ages. The highly anticipated Guts World Tour at the Wells Fargo Center, featuring opener PinkPantheress, is sure to bring fans to their feet. 3601 S. Broad St.,wellsfargocenterphilly.com
7/25
BECK WITH THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA
Rising to fame in the early 1990s as a legendary pioneer of alternative rock, eight-time Grammy Award-winner Beck is celebrated for his ability to incorporate elements of many genres into his songs. Showcasing the versatility of his talent, Beck’s performance with the prestigious Philadelphia Orchestra at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts will be a perfect way to celebrate music this summer. 5201 Parkside Ave.,manncenter.org
8/1-8/4
BLACKSTAR FILM FESTIVAL
BlackStar Film Festival showcases the works of Black, Brown and Indigenous filmmakers, offering an additional short film pitch opportunity for a chance to win $75,000. With its commitment to amplifying filmmakers from the global minority, the festival expands and challenges perspectives through art while fostering filmmakers’ creativity. Multiple locations,blackstarfest.org
8/4
2ND STREET FESTIVAL
Celebrate the summer at one of the largest annual street festivals in Philadelphia. Located in Northern Liberties, the 2nd Street Festival hosts over 200 local merchants and artists, curated food trucks and live entertainment. 2nd St. from Girard Ave. to Spring Garden St.,2ndstfestival.org
8/6-8/11
MAMMA MIA!
Transport to Greece with the Academy of Music’s production of Mamma Mia! Written with ABBA’s iconic music, this show is a timeless favorite for audiences of all ages. 240 S. Broad St.,ensembleartsphilly.org
8/7
GIRL’S GOLF TEA TIME TOURNAMENT & FASHION SHOW
Golf and fashion have always gone hand in hand, especially at the annual Girl’s Golf Tea Time Tournament & Fashion Show organized by First Tee—Greater Philadelphia. Hosted by The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale, the tournament includes a round of nine-hole golf followed by a luncheon and fashion show. The stylish event invites fashionistas to bask in the summer weather while raising money for the organization’s girls golf program. 3801 Grant Ave.,firstteephiladelphia.org
8/16-8/18
PHILADELPHIA FOLK FESTIVAL
Located at the gorgeous Old Pool Farm in Upper Salford Township, the 61st annual Philadelphia Folk Festival pays homage to folk music and its culture. The weekend will feature a wide variety of workshops, vendors and live performances, including Tony Trischka’s EarlJam, A Tribute to Earl Scruggs. 1323 Salford Station Road, Harleysville,folkfest.org
Photography by: JOAN MARCUS