I’m not converting to any pumpkin spice yet, but I’ll admit those cooler mornings and evenings have been pretty damn awesome. I am, however, already immersing myself in the spooky season, but I’ll save the pumpkin vibes for a couple more weeks. Speaking of a couple more weeks, we are down to it with LDW being right around the corner.

Of course, most of y’all are planning on squeezing those last days down the shore. Lucky you, we wrangled a little AC treat so you can swing through the Orange Loop for an afternoon or evening. Score your goodie bag!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Steve Aoki is still throwing cakes into the audience, so if you haven’t had a flash of frosting at an electro party yet, now is your chance to get that in. The EDM electro-dance-punk remix mash-up master rolls into Philly at NOTO. Lock it in.

• New Year’s Eve announcements are rolling in, y’all! Philly’s very own Friends of Jerry bring a feast of time with three full Grateful Dead sets to help you say sayonara to 2026. Grab your crew and your tickets.

• Get ready for Demo Days 2026! Here’s your chance to test drive and ride a full variety of vehicles, courses, and terrains. We’re talking ATVs, dirt bikes, e-skateboards, and more. Two days. Every powertrain. Buckle up and let’s roll!*

• The GPS Fest is around the corner. Get ready for a full day of live music on September 12th with vendors, crafts, and activations at Lemon Hill. Win a VIP experience pack and spend the day for the full psychedelic fest effect.*

• Plus other just announced shows from Mannequin Pussy, Johnny Faye, Gregory Alan Isakov, and more!

YOUR GUIDE TO LABOR DAY WEEKEND

It’s happening. The end of summer has crept upon us. The mornings are cooler. The pools are closing. Class is back in session! But we still have a couple of weeks left, and we’ve curated a guide to help you make the most of your long weekend. Dive into our Guide to Labor Day weekend and make it one for the books.

• TRI-STATE LABOR DAY PARADE - Delaware Ave

• MOSHULU DANCE PARTY - The Moshulu

• EMPIRE OF THE SUN - Highmark Mann

• ECSTATIC VISION - Kung Fu Necktie

• COSMIC RHYTHMS - Bok Bar

THIS WEEK

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• Don’t miss tonight’s Eagles open practice at the Linc! It’s the perfect way to warm up those chants ahead of the season.

•  If you haven’t immersed yourself in the Chinese Lantern Festival, this is the final week! Add it to your to-do list!

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