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Early Evening Jazz at Time
Starts Soon2026-02-26📍 Washington Square West

Early Evening Jazz at Time

Rotating jazz trios play Thursday through Saturday from 6–9 p.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. A $5 per-person music charge supports the musicians directly. The venue offers three distinct spaces: a dining room, a whiskey bar with 200+ bottles, and an upstairs Bohemian Absinthe Lounge. Laid-back cocktail-lounge atmosphere in historic Old City.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Open Mic at McGillin's Olde Ale House

Open Mic at McGillin's Olde Ale House

Thursday nights at 9 p.m. on the second floor of Philadelphia's oldest continuously operating tavern, pouring since 1860. McGillin's survived Prohibition by serving "tea" upstairs—the same space where open mic now happens. The walls display liquor licenses dating to 1871 alongside vintage Wanamaker's and Woolworth's signage. Try the house-brewed Real Ale or Genuine Lager between sets.
Early Evening Jazz at Time

Early Evening Jazz at Time

Rotating jazz trios play Thursday through Saturday from 6–9 p.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. A $5 per-person music charge supports the musicians directly. The venue offers three distinct spaces: a dining room, a whiskey bar with 200+ bottles, and an upstairs Bohemian Absinthe Lounge. Laid-back cocktail-lounge atmosphere in historic Old City.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Fergie's Live Band Karaoke

Fergie's Live Band Karaoke

Friday nights at 9pm, a three-piece band backs you up as you belt out whatever's in the songbook—no backing tracks, just live guitar, bass, and drums plus a harmonizing host. The Independent Review Crew described singers who "transformed into a Chris Stapleton-singing Lucinda Williams" on stage. The upstairs room at this Center City Irish pub has hosted the night since 1994. No cover.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Early Evening Jazz at Time

Early Evening Jazz at Time

Rotating jazz trios play Thursday through Saturday from 6–9 p.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. A $5 per-person music charge supports the musicians directly. The venue offers three distinct spaces: a dining room, a whiskey bar with 200+ bottles, and an upstairs Bohemian Absinthe Lounge. Laid-back cocktail-lounge atmosphere in historic Old City.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
$5 Beginner's Yoga at People's Gallery Project (Monday)

$5 Beginner's Yoga at People's Gallery Project (Monday)

Monday evenings from 6–7 p.m. at this nonprofit arts and wellness center at 1034 Pine Street in Washington Square West. The People's Gallery Project was founded through an occupational therapy lens, dedicated to providing safe spaces for creative entrepreneurs and meaningful human connection. The historic building features original wood floors, rotating art exhibitions, and intimate rooms for small-group gatherings. All levels welcome; bring your own mat. $5 suggested donation supports their mission of community rebuilding through creativity.
Game Night at William Way LGBT Community Center

Game Night at William Way LGBT Community Center

Monthly drop-in board game night hosted by William Way LGBT Community Center in the Blue Room at the Church of St. Luke & the Epiphany. Bring a favorite game or play one there. Free and open to all.
Open Mic at Fergie's Pub

Open Mic at Fergie's Pub

Monday nights with sign-ups at 8:30 p.m. and music starting at 9 p.m. in the upstairs listening room at Fergie's Pub on Sansom Street. The space is small, crowded, and acoustic-friendly—established in 1994 as one of Center City's original Irish pubs. Fergie's also hosts Wednesday poetry/comedy open mics and the legendary Friday night live band karaoke.
Chaos Bingo at Strangelove's

Chaos Bingo at Strangelove's

Tuesday nights at 6:30 p.m., host JB calls Chaos Bingo at this Midtown Village craft beer bar known for 30+ wing flavors and a free arcade upstairs. Strangelove's occupies a corner spot at 11th and Sansom with a rotating tap list and bar bites like their "life-changing" burger. Win prizes between rounds while working through their extensive craft beer selection.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Open Mic at Time

Open Mic at Time

Tuesday nights from 9 p.m.–1 a.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. Hosted by Chris Farrell and Ritmo Collective, the open mic leans jazz but welcomes all genres. The venue's whiskey bar (200+ bottles) and Bohemian Absinthe Lounge upstairs make for an atmospheric night whether you're performing or watching.
$5 Beginner's Yoga at People's Gallery Project (Wednesday)

$5 Beginner's Yoga at People's Gallery Project (Wednesday)

Wednesday evenings from 6–7 p.m. at this nonprofit arts and wellness center at 1034 Pine Street in Washington Square West. The People's Gallery Project was founded through an occupational therapy lens, dedicated to providing safe spaces for creative entrepreneurs and meaningful human connection. The historic building features original wood floors, rotating art exhibitions, and intimate rooms for small-group gatherings. All levels welcome; bring your own mat. $5 suggested donation supports their mission of community rebuilding through creativity.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Early Evening Jazz at Time

Early Evening Jazz at Time

Rotating jazz trios play Thursday through Saturday from 6–9 p.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. A $5 per-person music charge supports the musicians directly. The venue offers three distinct spaces: a dining room, a whiskey bar with 200+ bottles, and an upstairs Bohemian Absinthe Lounge. Laid-back cocktail-lounge atmosphere in historic Old City.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡
Open Mic at McGillin's Olde Ale House

Open Mic at McGillin's Olde Ale House

Thursday nights at 9 p.m. on the second floor of Philadelphia's oldest continuously operating tavern, pouring since 1860. McGillin's survived Prohibition by serving "tea" upstairs—the same space where open mic now happens. The walls display liquor licenses dating to 1871 alongside vintage Wanamaker's and Woolworth's signage. Try the house-brewed Real Ale or Genuine Lager between sets.
Early Evening Jazz at Time

Early Evening Jazz at Time

Rotating jazz trios play Thursday through Saturday from 6–9 p.m. at Time Restaurant on Sansom Street. A $5 per-person music charge supports the musicians directly. The venue offers three distinct spaces: a dining room, a whiskey bar with 200+ bottles, and an upstairs Bohemian Absinthe Lounge. Laid-back cocktail-lounge atmosphere in historic Old City.
Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

Edward Albee's A DELICATE BALANCE

February 24 – March 29 Mainstage Running Time: 2 HOURS & 30 MINS INCLUDING INTERMISSION In Edward Albee’s A DELICATE BALANCE, on an otherwise uneventful night, long-time friends arrive at the front door unannounced and terrified and ask if they can stay. An unexplained fear has gripped them, and they have turned to old friends as their first and last resort. What will they do? Edward Albee won the first of his three Pulitzer Prizes for this American classic, an absorbing look into the everyday hopes, fears, and secrets we all so delicately balance. See highlighted dates below for special performances and offers! ‡

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