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Daily Email - Friday - 5/9/2025

May 09, 2025

John Oates & The Good Road Band hit Upper Merion Township Park on Sunday, August 17th for a night of soulful Americana, blues, and classic hits. From his Hall & Oates roots to his acclaimed solo work, Oates brings decades of musical mastery to Philly. Enter to win!

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • X and Los Lobos are hitting the road together for the first time ever to celebrate 99 Years of Rock 'N Roll — and they’re coming to ​Miller Theatre on Sunday, September 28! Get tickets to see all the original members together.*

  • First, they sold out Ukie Club and then the Church, and now Marietta is playing Union Transfer on October 5th! Get your tickets before they are gone.

  • Surf-rock revivalists Wavves crash into Underground Arts on July 13th for a sun-soaked set of fuzz-drenched jams. Catch the wave—tickets on sale now!

  • Soul-shaking singer-songwriter Grace Potter brings her powerhouse pipes to Upper Merion Township Park on July 24 for an evening of bluesy rock and high-voltage energy. Tickets available now!

  • Plus plenty more from The Who, Lorde, Quinn XCII, Big Thief, Rob Thomas, and more!

FREE STUFF FRIDAY

Photo: Schuylkill Banks

Money tight? No sweat—our curated guide to the best free events in Philly this week has you covered. From art openings to outdoor concerts, dive into all the happenings without spending a dime.

TONIGHT

🎨 124th Annual Student Exhibition Public Opening

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (4PM)

Support the next generation of Philly artists at PAFA’s annual student exhibition opening. Explore fresh perspectives and bold new works from emerging creatives.

🎹 Dueling Pianos at The William Penn Inn

William Penn Inn (6PM)

Bring your song requests and your loudest friends for a night of musical mayhem as two pianists battle it out at the keys.

🎸 Unlimited Devotion

Ardmore Music Hall (7:30PM)

Dive into a night of psychedelic rock and soulful grooves with Unlimited Devotion. Their rich soundscapes and dynamic performances make for an unforgettable live experience.

🔭 Professor Brian Cox: Universe and Beyond

Keswick Theatre (8PM)

Join world-renowned physicist Professor Brian Cox as he takes you on a cosmic journey through space, time, and the mysteries of the universe.

🌀 Smallpools

The Foundry (8PM)

Indie-pop vibes and catchy hooks take over The Foundry tonight as Smallpools light up the stage with their energetic anthems and dancefloor-ready beats.

LOCALS ONLY

  • Delco just made Vatican history. Cardinal Robert Prevost, Villanova alum and honorary local, was elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American and first Augustinian friar to lead the Catholic Church.

  • Meanwhile, Eagles fans can breathe easy. A.J. Brown isn’t going anywhere. After a season of wild trade rumors, the star wide receiver set the record straight, declaring his love for Philly after receiving the inaugural “Making a Better Philly Changemaker Award.”

Have a great weekend!