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Here’s What’s Happening This Week in Philly Sept. 8th-12th
EVENTS
Philadelphia Fringe Fest
Sept. 6th-Oct. 30th | FringeArts Building (140 N Columbus Blvd)
FringeArts presents the world’s most cutting-edge, high-quality artists in a fun, social atmosphere, complete with onsite restaurant, bar, and beer garden.
Restaurant Week
Sept. 7th-12th | Center City
Twice a year, during Center City District Restaurant Week, participating restaurants offer three-course dinners for only $35 per person. Many also offer a three-course lunch for $20. The next Restaurant Week will be September 7-12 & 14-19, 2014. Participating restaurants offer three-course dinners for only $35 per person. In addition, many participating restaurants will also offer a three-course lunch for $20.
Ed Sheeran
Sept. 8th | 7:30 pm | Wells Fargo
Grammy® nominated British singer songwriter Ed Sheeran brings his first ever headlining tour to Wells Fargo Center on Monday, September 8. The cross-country North American tour is in support of Sheeran’s forthcoming second album, “x,” (pronounced ‘multiply’), which features the lead single “Sing” that has catapulted to the top 3 on the iTunes Singles chart.
Science After Hours Presents Great Inventions: Telephones, Trains, & Root Beer Float
Sept. 9th | 6:30-9 pm | The Franklin Institute
Explore, imbibe, and feed your curiosity at an evening event series exclusively for adults featuring experiments, demonstrations, conversations, cocktails, and innovative and engaging science! On Sept. 9th Celebrate the museum’s archived inventions. Guests can also build their own innovations, according to Dubinski. The 190-year-old Institute will show off an artifact from its larger-than-life namesake – Ben Franklin’s lightning rod. Ticket Prices: $15.00 Non-Members $10.00 for Members All Attendees must be 21+.
Varekai from Cirque Du Soleil
Sept. 10-14th | Wells Fargo Center
Deep within a forest, at the summit of a volcano, exists an extraordinary world, a world where something else is possible. A world called Varekai. The sky lets go a solitary young man, and the story of Varekai begins. Parachuted into the shadows of a magical forest, a kaleidoscopic world imbued with fantastical creatures, a young man takes flight in an adventure both absurd and extraordinary.
August Alsina: Testimony Live
Sept. 10th | 8 pm | TLA
R&B sensation August Alsina comes to Philly for his Testimony Live tour. Don’t miss out!
Mozaic Flow Live at Warmdaddy’s
Sept. 11th | 6 pm | Warmdaddy’s
In a quest to form a band that encompasses different musical generes such as hip-hop, bebop, blues, go-go, rock and roll, R&B, neo-soul, pip and other musical idioms, a young man by the name of Jermaine Bryson decided to bring together an amazing group of musicians from all walks of life to fulfill his vision. Hear their awesome eclectic sound live every Thursday at Warmdaddy’s!
The Gaslight Anthem with Jimmy Eat World & Against Me!
Sept. 12 | 7 pm | The Mann Center
Jersey bred rockers The Gaslight Anthem headline the Skyline Stage at the Mann with very special guests Jimmy Eat World and Against Me! for a night of rock-n-roll on Friday, September 12th. A Radio 104.5 presents event. Tickets are on sale now via MannCenter.org, Ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000, AEGLive.com or the Mann Box Office.
Bistro Romano’s Mystery Theatre Dinner
Sept. 12th | 8 pm | Bistro Romano
Bistro Romano’s Mystery Dinner Theatre is pleased to announce our new season! Come and join us For the ‘Crime of your Life!’ Here’s your chance to partake in a unique and exciting theatrical production. The cast sets the stage for intrigue, murder and mayhem. The audience holds the key to unlock the mystery and uncover the conspiracy. Right before your eyes the plot thickens as you get to know the personalities and hear the clues that obviously identify the murderer.
Led Zeppelin 2, Bold As Love- the Ultimate Tribute to Jimi Hendrix
Sept. 12th | 9 pm | TLA
Love Rock N’ Roll? Then don’t miss Led Zeppelin 2, Bold As Love – the Ultimate Tribute To Jimi Hendrix!
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Monday Night Quizzo
Sept. 8th | 7 pm | The Raven Lounge
Come join us at Ravenlounge Philly tonight for MONDAY NIGHT QUIZZO at 7PM! 5 Rounds of Trivia with prizes for first and second place! Tonight, only at Raven Lounge”
Latin Monday
Sept. 8th | 8:30 pm | Vango Skybar & Lounge
Latin Night on the Main Floor with free salsa lessons starting at 8:30 Mixed Dance Music on the Roof.
Tiger Beats at The Barbary/Big Ups
Sept. 8th | 9 pm | The Barbary
It’s an indie dance party with.. DJ JHN RDN, JOHN D, KRISTIN G Host: SHADOWSCENE & FAME LUST
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#OPENDECKS
Sept. 9th | 9 pm | Cavanaugh’s River Deck
#OPENDECKS is a Tuesday Night event that gives up and coming DJs a chance to get behind the booth at the city’s premier outdoor nightlife destination Curated by DJ Bizz & Rob Wright of the Ahh Fresh DJ School Cav’s has also given us an amazing drink special! ➣ $5 Mugs and $1 Refills until Midnight ➣ Specials after until 2am This is the ONLY PLACE TO BE on Tuesday Nights!
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Ladies Night
Sept. 9th | 10 pm | Cavanaugh’s River Deck
Top 40 and Hip Hop on the Main Floor with free professional pole dancing instruction, Mixed Dance Music on the Roof, $3 Absolut drinks.
Pretty Hate Machine
Sept. 10th | 9 pm | The Barbary
Enjoy the Sounds of : DJ(s): JHN RDN, ELIJAH S. ARMS, JON GIL Host: FAME LUST Genre: NEW WAVE / EBM / DARKWAVE / 80′s / GOTH / INDUSTRIAL / ELECTRO
Mugshot Wednesdays
Sept. 10th | 9 pm | Cavanaugh’s River Deck
That’s right, buy your mug at the door and refill it for just $1 with your choice of delicious beverage until 12am You know it’s always a good time at the Riverdeck… ➢ Beer Games ➢ Prizes ➢ DJ Ripping the turntables #TURNUP ➢ $5 Bombs, Fireball & 2 Gingers Whiskey SHOTS all night Who’s coming with me? Starts at 9pm!
Hip Hop Wednesday
Sept. 10th | 10 pm | Vango Skybar & Lounge
HOT Hip Hop Party on the Main Floor, with Mixed Dance Music on the Roof.
Hip Hop & Hookah Night
Sept. 10th | 10 pm | Byblos
Hip Hop and Hookah Night! Free Hookah from 10pm – 1am (Visit Byblos’ site for details)
Center City Stand Up
Sept. 11th | 9 pm | The Raven Lounge
Join H Foley, Chris Cotton, Conrad Roth, Tom Cassidy, & Ryan Shaner upstairs at The Raven Lounge every Thursday Night for the best stand up Philadelphia has to offer! No Cover! Drink Specials!
Vault Thursdays
Sept. 11th | 10 pm | Rumor
Enjoy your Thursday nights at Rumor where everyone gets access tot he exclusive vault. Dance the night away with Top 40 mash-ups in the vault while EDM is spinning the the Lev room.
Vinyl Decision
Sept. 11th | 10 pm | SoundGarden Hall
Ronnie D pres. Vinyl Decision Every Thursday in SoundGarden Hall’s Hacienda Lounge ft. Ronnie D Ricky Lee DJ KB DJ Wreckless hosted by Chris Maranan – “The Motivation” 21+ No Cover $150 Kettle, $5 Jameson, $5 Fireball.
#TURNUP
Sept. 12th | 9 pm | Cavanaugh’s River Deck
Starting at 9pm we’re Turning Up with TOP DJ talent in Philadelphia, AC and from around the world. DJ EDDIE EDGE $3.50 Beers * $5 Bombs, 2 Gingers Whiskey and Fireball! 21+ Event * Smart Casual Dress code.
Come Together
Sept. 12th | 10 pm | Rumor
EDM on main dance floor and Top 40/ mash ups in the Lev Room. Voted Philly’s #1 Club in 2013, Rumor continues to supply great music and atmosphere.
