Humidity is great. Everything is unruly! I tried jumping in on a game of outdoor darts and couldn’t even come close to the bullseye. I truly blame the weather. That’s a thing, yeah, humidity affecting the trajectory of my dart! Of course it is.

This December, it is literally game on! PAX Unplugged is taking over with a massive amount of gaming excitement featuring tabletop chaos, exclusive demos, cosplay, and more. Let the competition and games begin; snag those badges now.*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Willie Nelson & Family, along with Neil Young, hit the Highmark Mann for what’s guaranteed to be one helluva night. Pretty sure it’s mandatory to catch one of these acts at least once, and here’s your chance to lock in both! Set your timer for Friday and grab those tickets!

• Made in Philadelphia market returns for Labor Day weekend! Considered one of the best seasonal markets, be sure to kick off the long weekend with a bit of rummaging and a sweet market score. And yeah, it’s free!

• Ready to partake in a scavenger hunt? Focus Features new film Finding Emily hits theaters later this month, and we’re joining the search for giveaways and more at local shops this week. Plus, you can win tickets to an advanced screening. What are you waiting for!?*

• The Annual PNBR is this weekend; feel free to bare as you dare with fellow Philadelphians on a ride to support numerous great causes! Location reveal announced this Friday, let’s see that pedal power.

• Plus other just announced shows from Candi Carpenter, Jim Gaffigan, Rufus Wainwright, Jacuzzi Boys, and more!

SHOWS UNDER TWENTY BUCKS

Gotta love Philly and the surplus of venues, live acts, performances, and more. And of course, the abundance of shows under twenty bucks to keep you fully entertained and within your budget! Here’s a line-up of what’s to come, all for less than a twenty-spot.

• JO PASSED & MANEKA - Johnny Brenda’s

• SOFT PALMS - Nikki Lopez

• JOHNNY DYNAMITE - PhilaMOCA

• GREAT LAKES, FALSE TRACKS - Kung Fu Necktie

• NOAH BRITTON, NYXY NYX - Ortlieb’s

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Fishtown is getting a new shop! Marigold Market opens this Friday on Girard Ave. and will be your new favorite stop for a delightful selection of handmade goods and crafts. What a treat!

• Cannonball! No deep ends here, just a new cafe in town full of classic cars. Now you can get caffeinated while contemplating horsepower.

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