The Manayunk Stairs are America's first public transit system. People powered, they were created by mill workers to create a direct path from their rowhomes on the hill to factories along Main Street, the Canal, and the Schuylkill, Join us for an epic journey through time and space as we recount the history of the […]
Manayunk lights up for the holidays on November 14, 2024 with our annual tree-lighting ceremony! Join us at Canal View Park (4418 Main Street) from 5:30-7:00 PM where we'll host special guests and live performances. Tree Lighting Schedule 5:30PM | SJU City Belles 5:45PM | Santa Fire Truck Arrival 6:00PM | John Gilbride 6:30PM | Emily Drinker […]
Come out and see things of beauty made right here in the Valley. Stop by at the Foodery and listen to the Sweet Sound of Buddy Boy, check out the variety of the works at the Ridge Pop Up Gallery at 6133 Ridge.
Two of Roxyunk's finest locally sourced, free range, artisinally crafted music efforts. Humbleman has been doing their unique and blissful thing since the mid 20th century. The Stompers roared into existence about a year ago, blitzed out of their collective skulls on cheap wine and a VHS tape of "Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas." The […]
MAJOR LEAGUE EATERS WILL COMPETE AT THE 2024 BENNY’S PIZZA EATING CHAMPIONSHIP IN MANAYUNK Top-ranked eaters take down 28-inch pies at inaugural Major League Eating event Major League Eating’s top-ranked athletes are slated to compete in The 2024 Benny's Invitational Pizza Eating Championship – Mayhem in Manayunk. The contest will take place at 3:00 PM […]
Get ready to make your mouth very happy. The Maestro of Meat, Tom Bera, blesses us again with his smoke powered culinary wizardry. Foods ready about 5. Don't dawdle. Everything gets 86'd before the night is done, Added Bonus - Saturday you get to listen to Nick Lombardo band w/ Justin Kerecz and Quick Chills. […]
Our November concert will feature the legendary voice of Barbara Dever. Pianist Jose Melendez from the Academy of Vocal Arts will be accompanying her; Dever’s daughter Shauna Dever will also join her for one song of the program. Mezzo-soprano Barbara Dever, known for her powerful operatic performances, made her debut at the Metropolitan Opera in […]
Get ready to make your mouth very happy. The Maestro of Meat, Tom Bera, blesses us again with his smoke powered culinary wizardry. Foods ready about 5. Don't dawdle. Everything gets 86'd before the night is done, Added Bonus - Saturday you get to listen to Nick Lombardo band w/ Justin Kerecz and Quick Chills. […]
This is gonna be good and weird. Don't miss it. The new PLib EP "Dawn of the Dillip" will see the light of day. Ok ok, i know the RUBA isn't in RoxYunk but EDO is pure hillside music so there's that. Come down!
The glorious traditional Pre-Thanksgiving fiasco at the beating heart of Ridge Ave, the dread red door at the outbound Green Lane bus stop. Loads of joy. The Schist Creek Stompers will stomp some and we will welcome the holidays together.
Join the Snowflake Scavenger Hunt this Small Business Saturday! Support local businesses while having fun on Ridge Avenue! Start by picking up your Snowflake Passport at Art on the Ridge (6133 Ridge Ave) or at any of the participating shops. As you explore, collect snowflake stamps by spotting the festive *ROX Snowflakes* in each location. […]
Shop small and shop local at over 50 small businesses to find something for everyone on your list as the neighborhood kicks off the holidays season with Small Business Saturday on November 30 2024! Sponsored by American Express, this event celebrate everything small business! Check out Small Business Saturday sales, specials, events, and promotions here along with details […]
Join us for an afternoon of music to benefit Germantown Community Radio 92.9FM, featuring northwest Philadelphia’s own Philly Gumbo, with additional special guests and all your favorite DJs and hosts from the station. Philly Gumbo has been creating its eclectic mix of musical genres for more than four decades, and the Fallser Club is delighted to bring […]