Join Ars Nova Workshop and The Woodlands for a celebration of the summer solstice and the kickoff of New Grass, a collaborative series of programs celebrating rebirth, healing, community, and music.
This daylong event will feature performances led by Philadelphia percussionist Karen Smith, vendors, yoga and mindfulness activities with Spirits Up!, and a special performance from iconic bassist and composer William Parker with an all-star quartet.
BYO chairs and blankets!
All ages free with RSVP!
Please respect the Woodlands space, leaving no trace behind you.
https://www.arsnovaworkshop.org/programs/new-grass-william-parker-quarte...
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ari Hoenig Jazzheads | 7:30pm | Chris' Jazz Café | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
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| Snacktime | 8:00pm | Brooklyn Bowl Philadelphia | 21+ |
| NYE 2026 | 9:00pm | Warehouse on Watts | 21+ |
| Recession Pop NYE Dance Party (DJ Deathrocketgrimm) | 9:00pm | Underground Arts | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| UB-313 (feat. Marshall Allen, Elliott Levin, Brian Marsella, DM Hotep, Chad Taylor) | 8:00pm | Solar Myth | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| John McNamara Quartet | 7:30pm | Chris' Jazz Café | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardcore Friends (Dominic Angelella & Eric Slick / The Tisburys / Twin Princess) | 8:30pm | Johnny Brenda's | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Wolves / Bright Paper Werewolves | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
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| World Cafe Live Workers Benefit (feat. Carsie Blanton, Ray Drezner, Izzy True, and Sad13) | 8:00pm | Johnny Brenda's | 21+ |
| Bex Burch | 8:00pm | Solar Myth | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cate Le Bon | 8:00pm | Union Transfer | All Ages |
| Ches Smith's Clone Row | 8:00pm | Solar Myth | 21+ |
| Time | Venue | Age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ondara | 7:30pm | Kung Fu Necktie | 21+ |