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Upcoming Events in Philadelphia, PA

How to use the Philadelphia live events calendar

Start with the upcoming events calendar to see what is actually on sale in Philadelphia right now, then narrow by date and event type. If you know the room you like, filter or scan for venues such as Walnut Street Theatre, Academy Of Music, Marian Anderson Hall at The Kimmel Center, Helium Comedy Club, Punch Line Comedy Club, Citizens Bank Park, The Foundry, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Union Transfer, City Winery Philadelphia, Johnny Brenda's, or The Fillmore.

If you care more about the kind of night out than the room, sort by category first (concerts, comedy, theater) and then compare which venues are hosting that style of show on your dates.

Theaters and performing arts in Philadelphia

For scripted shows and stage productions, keep an eye on Walnut Street Theatre, Academy Of Music, and Marian Anderson Hall at The Kimmel Center. These three are among the city’s busiest rooms for theater, musicals, and large-scale performing arts. When you scan the calendar, note which of them has titles that match your taste, then compare dates and seating options across the different houses before you pick a night.

Comedy nights: Helium and Punch Line

If you are planning a comedy night in Philadelphia, focus your search on Helium Comedy Club and Punch Line Comedy Club. Both are among the city’s most active comedy rooms, so the calendar will often show multiple stand-up shows and special events across a week.

Use the listings to compare lineups and showtimes between the two clubs, then lock in tickets at the one that fits your schedule and budget.

Big concerts and special events

For large concerts and major touring events in Philadelphia, watch the calendar for Citizens Bank Park and Xfinity Mobile Arena. These venues handle the city’s biggest crowds, so when a major tour or special event comes through town, it is likely to show up under one of these names.

If you see a must-see tour on the calendar, compare dates and sections at these larger venues before tickets tighten up.

Club shows and mid-size concerts

For club and mid-size concerts in Philadelphia, pay attention to The Foundry, Union Transfer, City Winery Philadelphia, Johnny Brenda's, and The Fillmore. These rooms frequently host touring bands, local acts, and special one-off shows. When you browse the calendar, you can quickly spot which nights these venues are active, then decide whether you want an intimate club feel, a mid-size hall, or a seated show with food and drink.

Choosing dates and event types in Philadelphia

Because Philadelphia’s busiest venues span theater, comedy, and concerts, the calendar can look crowded on popular weeks. If your dates are fixed, start by filtering to your nights and see whether theater at Walnut Street Theatre or Academy Of Music, comedy at Helium or Punch Line, or concerts at Citizens Bank Park, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Union Transfer, The Foundry, City Winery, Johnny Brenda's, or The Fillmore line up with your plans.

If you are flexible on timing, scroll forward a few weeks or months to see when the strongest clusters of shows appear at the venues you prefer.

Upcoming Events in Philadelphia

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Philadelphia, PA venues are the most popular for live shows?
Some of the most active rooms for upcoming events in Philadelphia include Walnut Street Theatre, Academy Of Music, Marian Anderson Hall at The Kimmel Center, Helium Comedy Club, Punch Line Comedy Club, Citizens Bank Park, The Foundry, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Union Transfer, City Winery Philadelphia, Johnny Brenda's, and The Fillmore. Check the live calendar to see which of these venues has shows on the dates you want to go out.
Where can I see comedy in Philadelphia right now?
Helium Comedy Club and Punch Line Comedy Club are two of Philadelphia’s busiest comedy venues. Use the upcoming events calendar to compare who is performing at each club, along with showtimes and ticket options, on the night you want to go.
How can I find concerts in Philadelphia this week?
Filter the upcoming events calendar to concerts, then look for shows at Citizens Bank Park, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Union Transfer, The Foundry, City Winery Philadelphia, Johnny Brenda's, and The Fillmore. Those venues regularly host touring artists and bands, so they are good starting points when you are planning a concert night in the city.
Where should I look for theater and musicals in Philadelphia?
For theater, musicals, and other stage productions in Philadelphia, focus on Walnut Street Theatre, Academy Of Music, and Marian Anderson Hall at The Kimmel Center. Once you open the calendar, check which titles are scheduled at each venue, then choose the date and seating that fit your plans.