Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Things to do in Philadelphia this week

Hand-picked events, small plans hosted by people in Philadelphia, singles events and places worth a visit. Going alone? Call dibs on a plan or post your own on DiBS and meet new people who are up for the same thing.

Updated November 11, 2026

Happening in Philadelphia this week

Concerts, comedy, shows and local events we think are good to go to with someone new.

Ilana Glazer Live!
Stand-up Comedy

Ilana Glazer Live!

Wed, Nov 11, 7:00 PM

Kimmel Cultural Campus

Watch comedian Ilana Glazer perform live at the Kimmel Cultural Campus.

Giulio Gallarotti
Stand-up Comedy

Giulio Gallarotti

Wed, Nov 11, 7:30 PM

Punch Line Philly

See NYC stand-up comedian Giulio Gallarotti perform at Punch Line Philly.

Orville Peck - Man Turned Mule Tour
Concert

Orville Peck - Man Turned Mule Tour

Wed, Nov 11, 8:00 PM

The Met Presented by Highmark

See Orville Peck perform on his Man Turned Mule Tour at The Met Philadelphia.

Madeon
Concert

Madeon

Thu, Nov 12, 8:30 PM

Franklin Music Hall

See electronic music artist Madeon perform live at Franklin Music Hall.

Sir Woman, Uncle Roy & Spice
Concert

Sir Woman, Uncle Roy & Spice

Fri, Nov 13, 7:00 PM

TLO Temple

Groove to the soul, funk, and R&B sounds of Sir Woman with Uncle Roy & Spice at TLO Temple.

The Inquirer Food Festival 2026
Tasting Event

The Inquirer Food Festival 2026

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM

The Fillmore Philadelphia

Taste dishes from top chefs and sip craft cocktails at The Inquirer Food Festival at The Fillmore.

Purple Pub Crawl
Bar Hopping

Purple Pub Crawl

Sat, Nov 21, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Little Gay Pub

Join a Gayborhood pub crawl starting at The Little Gay Pub and ending with dancing at Woody's.

The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
Watch Performance

The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show

Sat, Nov 21, 7:00 PM

Miller Theater-PA

See Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme perform their holiday show at Miller Theater.

DiBS Dating

Singles events in Philadelphia

Skip the endless chat. DiBS Dating lists in-person mixers, supper clubs, speed dating and date-friendly plans in Philadelphia, and you meet people face to face.

  • Ilana Glazer Live!

    Wed, Nov 11, 7:00 PM · Kimmel Cultural Campus

  • Giulio Gallarotti

    Wed, Nov 11, 7:30 PM · Punch Line Philly

  • Orville Peck - Man Turned Mule Tour

    Wed, Nov 11, 8:00 PM · The Met Presented by Highmark

  • Sir Woman, Uncle Roy & Spice

    Fri, Nov 13, 7:00 PM · TLO Temple

Try DiBS Dating

Places in Philadelphia worth a visit

Spots our team picked this week. Make a plan and see who's in.

Grab a Drink

Meetinghouse

Meetinghouse · $$

2331 E Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19125, USA

**Atmosphere:** Minimalist, warm, convivial **The Defining Feature:** Unpretentious house pours & tavern simplicity **Best For:** Low-key dates, post-work pints, unhurried conversations ---------- **A masterclass in res

Grab a Drink

Fountain Porter

Fountain Porter · $

1601 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

---------- **Atmosphere:** Low-lit, effortless, buzzing **The Signature Draw:** A legendary minimalist burger paired with standout craft drafts **Best For:** Low-stakes first dates, neighborhood nightcaps, casual hangs -

Dinner

Bloomsday: Society Hill’s Natural Wine Sanctuary

Bloomsday Restaurant & Wine Bar · $$

414 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA

---------- **Atmosphere:** Intimate, soulful, chic **Defining Feature:** Low-intervention wine program **Best For:** First dates, wine enthusiasts, slow dinners ---------- **Tucked along historic Headhouse Square, Bloom

Grab a Drink

Le Caveau: Bella Vista’s Attic Wine Hideaway

Le Caveau · $$

614 S 7th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA

---------- **Atmosphere:** Intimate, candlelit, Parisian **The Pour:** Curated French natural wines & ciders **Best For:** Low-key dates, natural wine discovery, late-night pours ---------- **Perched discreetly above Th

Dinner

Laser Wolf

Laser Wolf · $$$

1301 N Howard St, Philadelphia, PA 19122, USA

---------- **Atmosphere:** Electric, smoky, vibrant **The Defining Feature:** Open charcoal skewer hearth **Best For:** High-energy dates, vibrant group dinners, culinary enthusiasts ---------- **Flames roar from the ch

Dinner

Vernick Food & Drink

Vernick Food & Drink · $$$$

2031 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA

---------- **Atmosphere:** Polished, buzzy, intimate **Culinary Calling Card:** Masterful wood-fired fare and signature toasts **Best For:** Unforgettable dates, celebratory toasts, dinner with discerning foodies -------

Philadelphia questions, answered

What is there to do in Philadelphia this week?

This week in Philadelphia there are 8 hand-picked events on DiBS, from live music and comedy to shows and local happenings, plus plans hosted by people in the city. Each one lists the date, time and venue, and you can find people to go with in the DiBS app.

How can I meet new people in Philadelphia?

Join a small plan that matches something you already enjoy. On DiBS, people in Philadelphia, PA host dinners, hikes, trivia nights, wine nights and more. Tap a plan and call dibs; the host approves who comes, so groups stay small and easy to talk to.

Are there singles events in Philadelphia?

Yes. DiBS Dating lists in-person singles events in Philadelphia, such as mixers, supper clubs and speed dating, plus date-friendly plans (7 this week). You join with a separate dating profile and meet people face to face instead of swiping.

Can I host my own event in Philadelphia?

Yes. Anyone can post a plan on DiBS in about a minute, for free. Juno, the built-in AI assistant, writes the details, and you choose who joins.

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