Featured Events in Philadelphia in April, 2025 (June Updated)

The inaugural Wharton Biotech Conference , presented by the Penn Biotech Group, convenes industry leaders, visionary professionals, and ambitious students to explore critical challenges and groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology. The conference features expert-led panel discussions across various domains, including biotech funding strategies, regulatory challenges, AI-driven personalized medicine, and biotech entrepreneurship. Additionally, it will include a biotech investment asset valuation competition. The event will host several distinguished speakers including a keynote address from Jeffrey Marrazzo, Co-Founder and Former CEO of Spark Therapeutics. Please find more details on the agenda, invited speakers, session, etc on our conference website and LinkedIn page . Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all attendees. Check-in/Registration time: 8:00 am - 9:30 am. Event Sponsors: UPenn GAPSA ( Graduate and Professional Student Assembly ) UPenn GSEG( Graduate Student Engineering Government ) UPenn WGA ( Wharton Graduate Association ) UPenn BGS Administration( Biomedical Graduate Studies Administration ) Information Source: Penn Biotech Group | eventbrite

Join us for Sweat Off: Fitness & Recovery , an electrifying event designed to challenge your body, strengthen your mind, and prioritize recovery . Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, this experience is all about high-energy training for all levels, expert-led recovery sessions, and a supportive community pushing toward wellness together! What to Expect: ✅ Sweat-Dripping Workout: Get ready for a dynamic, heart-pumping workout led by top trainers! ✅ Recovery & Wellness: Learn the power of proper recovery with expert guidance. ✅ Community & Vibes: Connect with like-minded fitness enthusiasts, trainers, and wellness professionals. Information Source: Sweat Off Fitness & Recovery | eventbrite

Transformation to Recovery is excited to be hosting our 6th Annual Benefit Dinner! We are excited to be having our benefit dinner this year at the Sheet Metal Workers Hall(1301 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd) right here in South Philly. This location includes parking, so no more circling the neighborhood looking for a parking spot! We are also thrilled to announce that the 2025 Keynote Speaker will be Eric Gremminger, from ERPHealth. The Banquet Emcee will be friend of the organization, business coach, and author of Wisdom Calling, Bobo Beck. Executive Director John Carlson will be sharing updates with us in addition to powerful testimonies from those who have been impacted by Transformation to Recovery. We will also be having Just LA apparel, Larry Andersen's official clothing line items for sale at the event. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Transformation to Recovery. This is sure to be a night you will not want to miss! Information Source: Transformation to Recovery | eventbrite

Just Sole! Street Dance Theater Company presents: SEASONS Choreographed by Kyle “JustSole” Clark and Dinita “Queen Dinita” Clark Come join Just Sole! SDTC for a show of all new premiere street dance works entitled “SEASONS.” Seasons is a 4 work suite that chronicles the life cycle of a Street Dance Artist, crew, and/or company. It takes you through a range of emotions and scenarios that one goes through as a creator…. the doubt, the push, the love, the hate, the birth, the death and the rebirth. The first half of the show, there will be 4 new works of different forms that will be performed by students of our 10 week pre professional program “Clark Method Training Program” via our studio, Just Sole X Snipes Dance Studio. They have done an immense amount of training that they will put on display while performing alongside JS! SDTC members for a performance you won’t forget. It’s a family friendly show. See you there! Doors 5:00pm Show 6:00pm Information Source: Performance Garage | eventbrite

Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts 7:00pm Free Parking Cash Bar *Parking and entrance on Swanson Street. Main entrance next to Bar2300, across from The Public Storage. Parking directly out front or in the back lot entrances via Wolf Street. Information Source: Flaunt Fitness | eventbrite

Sis Walks & Talks is back on Saturday, April 27 at Pennypack Park for a soul-nourishing experience of movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. We’ll begin with a 15-minute gentle yoga session, followed by a 45-minute Sister Talk circle to share, reflect, and uplift one another. We’ll close with a 45-minute walk along a peaceful, paved trail to ground and recharge. Come as you are—let’s heal, walk, and grow together. Our Yoga Instuctor Taylor Nickens is a passionate advocate for holistic community wellness, drawing on her global studies in plant medicine, meditation, and intentional movement. Through monthly wellness festivals, tea workshops, and yoga experiences, she creates healing spaces that inspire others to align with nature and embrace a more grounded, intentional way of living. All levels are welcome for this light, 15-minute yoga experience. You’re encouraged to bring a mat and come as you are—just breathe, stretch, and flow. Bonus Details: A light snack and water will be provided to keep you refreshed, along with guided conversation prompt cards to spark meaningful dialogue, and a complimentary swag bag filled with wellness goodies. And don’t worry—if it rains, ponchos will be provided at no cost to attendees so we can still enjoy the experience together! Information Source: Intuitive Crystal Healer | eventbrite

Join us for a night of creativity, fun, and networking at the Filmmakers' Hangout , hosted by Philm Factory . This event is a celebration of local talent and the magic of filmmaking, bringing together filmmakers, actors, crew members, movie buffs, and industry professionals. Enjoy a curated screening of short films, test your movie knowledge with trivia, and mingle with fellow creatives in a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're a filmmaker, aspiring director, actor, or simply a movie lover, there’s something for everyone! Scheduled Events: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Movie Trivia & Giveaways Put your movie knowledge to the test! Participate in exciting trivia challenges and win awesome film-related prizes. 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Short Film Showcase Experience a curated selection of short films by talented local filmmakers. 7:00 PM - 7:30 P M - Grab the Mic Step up to the mic and introduce yourself! This is your chance to tell the group who you are, what you're working on, and what you’re looking for in terms of collaboration. 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM - Networking Mingle with filmmakers , actors , producers , editors , sound designers , grips , costume designers , makeup artists , and more! This is the perfect opportunity to connect with the people who make it all happen behind the scenes. Enjoy the music, grab a bite from the snack bar, and spark new collaborations with like-minded creatives. Whether you’re here for the films, the trivia, or the chance to network with fellow filmmakers and crew, Filmmaker’s Hangout promises to be an unforgettable evening of creativity and connection! Short Film Showcase Submission Interested in showcasing your film work? Submit your work here: https://forms.gle/Y9GxB7vtuScbKfgN8 Visit philmfactory.org Parking Free & metered street parking. Small parking lot on premise. Tickets No Refund Information Source: Philm Factory | eventbrite

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Kick off the growing season at our Annual Spring Plant Sale & Market! Shop an unbeatable selection of houseplants, veggie and herb starts, and garden favorites at special event pricing. Enjoy delicious plant-based food and botanical drinks while you browse, connect with fellow plant lovers, and get everything you need to grow this season. Don’t miss out, come early for the best picks! www. plantandpeople.com Information Source: Plant and People | eventbrite

Sunday Tea, Philly’s hottest LGBTQ day party, makes its long anticipated return April 27th and we kick the season off with a party in honor of Philly Black Pride! Sway family, this is MAJOR! NEW VENUE ALERT! We're making our debut at Fringe Bar, a massive indoor/outdoor venue right on the waterfront! Multiple floors, huge bar, dance floor, and food inside and a LIT ASS patio. Fam this is NEXT LEVEL! All for you, the Sway family. Sunday Tea's season opener on April 27th is the grand finale of Philly Black Pride and is guaranteed to be the sexiest, littest event of the entire weekend. Don't miss out when the Sway family takes over one of the city's dopest open air locations for the only way to spend your Black Pride Sunday! We'll see you at the Tea! Food and drink menus will be available and the vibe will be immaculate! 21+ This event WILL SELL OUT! Be sure to get your tickets ASAP! **This party is all-Inclusive and centers QTPOC. Come out and get your life, fam!** Tea is back! Information Source: SWAY Philly | eventbrite

Annual ASCE SJ Phillies Game & Tailgate (BOGO Hotdog Night) Come join us for the Annual ASCE SJ Phillies Game & Tailgate at Citizens Bank Park ! It's a night of baseball, tailgating, and delicious BOGO hotdogs. Grab your friends, family, and fellow ASCE members for a fun-filled evening cheering on the Phillies. Don't miss out on this exciting event - get your tickets now! Information Source: ASCE South Jersey Branch | eventbrite

Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Or feel like you could be using AI more efficiently? Join us for a casual, interactive lunchtime session with CultureWorks member Tzvi, where you'll learn practical AI tools to save time and boost productivity in your daily work. Whether you're brand new to AI or looking for fresh strategies, this session will equip you with useful tips and tricks to make AI work for you. No technical experience required—just bring your curiosity! We’ll walk through real-world examples, answer your questions, and help you get started. Bring your own lunch —we’ll have light snacks on hand. See you there! About the Presenter: Tzvi Katz is the Director of IT at Achieve Behavioral Health, a nonprofit mental healthcare system in New York. He is currently pursuing a doctorate in psychology at Immaculata University, and is a member of the CultureWorks community. Information Source: CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia | eventbrite

Searching for a partner can be horrifically painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and finding a partner? Picture this: You sit down for a night of games. A gaming concierge walks you through several games over the course of the night. You play classics you love and discover brand new games you've never heard of, playing each with a different group of fun singles. All while in a great establishment with plenty of delicious options on tap. At the end of the night, you give your gaming concierge a list of the folks you met that you'd like to date and a list of those you met that you'd like to just hang out with as friends. If any two people put down the same name as each other in either column, then your gaming concierge will make sure you get each other's e-mail address and you can coordinate a time to hang out. Best case scenario: You find true love, discover some awesome board games, and make some new friends. Bad case scenario: You accomplish only one of those three things, which is still pretty great. Worst case scenario: There will be alcohol. Before you decide to buy tickets, a few basics we should cover: 1) This event is for men & women, ages 25-39. We also have events for gay men and queer women. And we're hoping to add events to serve even more people in the future! Head over to https://www.quirkevents.com/pennsylvania to see what else we have to offer. (If you scroll all the way to the bottom of the page, you'll be able to join our mailing list and get notified about future events. Plus, joining our mailing list gets you 50% off your first ticket purchase!) 2) To stay up-to-date on everything we have going on at Quirk Events, follow us on Instagram here! 3) Refunds are only available to those who cancel with more than 48 hours' notice, in order to make sure we have enough time to find a replacement for you and keep the event well-populated. (Exceptions will be made for emergency situations on a case-by-case basis). After that, we're blowing the money from your ticket sale on something awesome and nonrefundable. 4) If we get to 24 hours before the event and still haven't sold five tickets for each gender, we will cancel the event (and notify you). When we have run this event in the past, tickets have consistently sold very well, so we don't expect this to happen. But we thought we should cover this in case it came up. 5) How many games we have and which ones we use will be based in part on how many people attend, so we can't tell you for sure what we'll have right now. But the goal is for all of them to be fun, light, easy-to-learn games. Selection will include games from both the something-you-have-played-before category and the something-you-haven't-played-before category. The games are also chosen because they often tend to spark conversation and leave room for chatting with new people as you play. All games will be group games, meaning you'll get a chance to meet a handful of people with each new round. Information Source: Quirk Events | eventbrite

Fierce, seductive, silly, and seriously talented femmes are storming Ginger Leigh's Tassels On Tap: Burlesque and Drag show at Glory! This spring time spectacle features Philly's most badass babes in bloom. Grab your ticket sooner than later to get the best deal. Don't miss performances from: Iris Spectre (Miss Hammonton Pride, designs featured on RuPaul's Drag Race) Jewelissa (2024 RVA Burlesque Fest Featured Performer, Philadelphia Burlesque Academy) Luna Thee Jawnette (Snatcherella 3000 Winner, Luna's Nightcap) Pepper Palomino (Show Me Burlesque Fest, Peek-A-Boo Revue) Juicy (Recent Philadelphia Burlesque Academy Grad) Ginger Leigh - Your producer, host, and performer! Doors open at 7pm. Seating is first come, first served! Bring your dollars to tip the performers! $20 through April 15th $25 through April 29th $30 day of show (online and at the door) Information Source: Ginger Leigh | eventbrite

*This training is eligible to earn Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System training credits.* This training will engage participants in learning about developmental stages from infancy through 12 years. Issues we will consider: adjusting expectations for a range of "normal" behavior, how chronological age expectations can interfere with responding effectively to the developmental needs of the child, and how failing to meet the developmental needs of the child can lead to behavioral challenges in the classroom. Objectives: -Understand how a bell curve or "Pyramid Model" can be used to determine the range of expected behaviors within an average classroom setting. -To identify basic developmental stages from birth through 12 years. -To use knowledge about developmentally appropriate expectations to meet developmental needs of students rather than focus on chronological age expections. Competency area :Youth Growth and Development Information Source: Philadelphia Out of School Time | eventbrite