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Daily Email - Tuesday - 12/17/2024

This month, Cirque du Soleil transforms The Met into a mesmerizing world of acrobatics, artistry, and awe-inspiring performances. Witness gravity-defying stunts, stunning visuals, and breathtaking choreography. Enter to win!

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Philly’s biggest rock party returns! MMRBQ 2025 hits Freedom Mortgage Pavilion on May 10th with a stacked lineup of rock and alternative favorites including Alice in Chains! Tickets go on sale Friday.  

  • Global soccer takes center stage as the FIFA Club World Cup heads to Lincoln Financial Field this summer! Tickets drop this Thursday. 

  • The Blue Collar Comedy icon Ron White brings his signature cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking humor to Xcite Center at Parx Casino on March 20th! Tickets go on sale Friday. 

  • Thievery Corporation lands at Franklin Music Hall on February 27th. Get tickets this Friday to experience their genre-blending mix of dub, jazz, and electronica.

  • Alt 104.5’s Winter Jawn returns to Xfinity Live! on January 25th for a day of live alternative music, food, and winter vibes. Bundle up, grab a brew, and catch this annual celebration of Philly’s alt scene—it’s free with RSVP

50 THINGS TO DO IN DECEMBER

We’re already halfway through December, but that doesn’t mean we’re running low on opportunities to go out! We’ve got plenty of options for you with our 50 Things To Do In December guide!

IN THE FUTURE

🎶 Herbert Holler’s Freedom Party PHL

Friday, December 27th @ Moshulu (10PM)

Dance into the new year early with Herbert Holler’s Freedom Party, the longest-running old-school dance party. Expect a high-energy mix of classic hip-hop, R&B, soul, and more that’ll keep you moving all night long. Enter To Win!*

🍸 Rail Park Happy Hour

Thursday, December 19th @ The Trestle Inn (6PM)

Unwind with a festive evening at The Trestle Inn’s Rail Park Happy Hour fundraiser. Sip seasonal drinks, mingle with neighbors, and soak in the holiday atmosphere under the city lights. Plus–Win a $50 bar tab!*

🎭 MummerFest 2025

Wednesday, January 1st @ Pennsylvania Convention Center (10AM)

Kick off the New Year with MummerFest! Explore the vibrant costumes, lively performances, and rich traditions of Philadelphia’s iconic Mummers Parade.

🎼 Joe Hisaishi Symphonic Concert: Music from Studio Ghibli

Fri & Sat, January 3rd & 4th @ ​Marian Anderson Hall (7PM)

Experience the enchanting scores of Joe Hisaishi live as he conducts music from beloved Studio Ghibli films like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro.

🚂 Greenberg’s Train & Toy Show

Sat & Sun, January 11th & 12th @ Greater Philadelphia Expo Center (10AM)

All aboard for Greenberg’s Train & Toy Show, the ultimate destination for model train enthusiasts and collectors. Explore massive train displays, shop rare finds, and experience the magic of model railroading with the whole family.

LOCALS ONLY

  • South Street staple Bob and Barbara’s is branching out! The iconic dive bar, the birthplace of the Citywide Special, is set to open a restaurant next door. Expect bar bites, brunch classics, and, of course, affordable drinks—without losing any of that old-school charm.

  • Pennsylvania could be the next state to legalize recreational marijuana. State lawmakers are gearing up for a 2025 push, with plans to introduce legislation that focuses on regulation, tax revenue, and equity.

That’s all for today, folks. See you tomorrow!