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A Black woman in a 19th-century blue hat and cape stands holding a long gun in the doorway of a historic house.

Your August guide to 250th Anniversary events in the Philadelphia area

Highlights for lovers of art, science, history, and a historically good time

If you thought the Philly 250 calendar would quiet down in August, you were wrong. The region is bursting with special exhibitions, events, and festivals continuing to celebrate America’s big birthday. Walt Maguire rounds up.

Walt Maguire

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A girl sits next to a woman who lies on the ground, in what looks like a cave with a textured, patterned floor and a statue

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, August 2026

Picks for this year’s BlackStar Film Festival

BlackStar Film Festival returns with 91 films from more than 30 countries in its 15th year, in addition to conversations, performances, and community gatherings throughout the city. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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Two performers, outdoor stage; one in casual, other in a pirate outfit w/ a sword. An orchestra in the pit in front of stage

BSR Classical Interludes, August 2026

The magic and mystery of late summer music

A new Philly consortium works some magic, Organ Historical Society celebrates 70 years, and Longwood Gardens hosts an acoustically unique experience. Gail Obenreder previews.
Gail Obenreder

Gail Obenreder

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A photo of a pixelated image on a canvas on a wall of the Dude from The Big Lebowsky in a bowling alley

The BSR August 2026 repertory movie roundup

The Big Lebowski, Repo Man, Dekalog, Splatterfest and more

Classic films decorate the area, including a ten-part epic and an annual showing of The Big Lebowski. Stephen Silver previews.
Stephen Silver

Stephen Silver

Previews 5 minute read

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Two pairs of three dancers lift up another dancer on a stage, with blue lighting and a textured backdrop

The Month in Philly Dance for August and September 2026

Philly dance on a summer road trip

It’s the time of year where the Philadelphia dance companies hit the road and perform in the outskirts of the city and all the way up the turnpike in New York City. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
Camille Bacon-Smith

Camille Bacon-Smith

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A group of performers on stage raise their arms or applaud, excited and laughing. Crowd before them also with their arms up

Working the laughs with Yo Adrienne! Improv Festival

A weekend of shenanigans

Yo Adrienne! Improv Festival celebrates Philadelphia’s vibrant improv scene with a weekend of nonstop shows, workshops, and jams. Kiran Pandey previews.
Kiran Pandey

Kiran Pandey

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Four performers in all white sit by a tree, four around them in black stand at the sides, looking down, w/ black umbrellas

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, July 23-29, 2026

Summer theater out in the park

Outdoor theater performances in the Philly area, including the return of Shakespeare in Clark Park. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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A tall tree is surrounded by a red curtain, a person stands next to the tree looking up.

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, July 16-22, 2026

The art of tapestries, impactful films, and new plays

PlayPenn hosts its New Play Development Conference, two film festivals highlight marginalized voices, and a new exhibition opens at Fabric Workshop and Museum. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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The HELP US HELP YOU arts PR webinar is back for 2026!

Learn how to land coverage at BSR and beyond with our virtual class

Have you ever wondered how BSR stories are published, or how to get a BSR writer to come to your event? Join our July 22 Zoom session and find out.
Alaina Johns

Alaina Johns

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Martin and Thomas on stage next to each other, addressing the audience, both wearing white lab coats over casualwear

The BSR Weekly Arts and Culture Roundup, July 9-15, 2026

Celebrating Philly through art, dance, theater, and comedy

Annual summer festivals return, a deep dive into arts and crafts at the PMA, and taco-loving dragons line up the week in Philly. Kyle V. Hiller rounds up.
Kyle V. Hiller

Kyle V. Hiller

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