Black History Month: Events Happening This Week (2/23 - 2/28)
- Communications Writer
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Black History Month is a time to reflect, connect, and celebrate the depth and richness of Black history, culture, and creativity. From community discussions and family-friendly events to art exhibits and cultural workshops, Philadelphia is full of meaningful ways to engage this week.
Below is a curated list of events happening the first week of Black History Month, from February 2nd through February 8th, offering opportunities to learn, celebrate, and show up for our community.
The following events are shared for community awareness. The Urban League of Philadelphia is not the host or organizer of these events unless otherwise noted.
Monday, February 23
Your History and You!
🕑 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 2808 W Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA
An interactive workshop inviting participants to explore personal identity, storytelling, and the ways individual histories connect to collective Black experiences.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-history-and-you-tickets-1980032670017?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Trivia
🕑 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Dave & Buster's Philadelphia
A lively trivia night testing knowledge of Black history, culture, and milestones in an engaging social setting.
Pretty Smart Cookies: Black Cinema, TV & Media (Zoom Event)
🕑 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
💻 Online Event (Girls 12–18)
A virtual media discussion designed to empower young girls through conversations about representation, storytelling, and careers in film and television.
Tuesday, February 24
NAAIA Philadelphia Black History Month Networking Mixer
🕑 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Two Locals Brewing
A professional networking event connecting Black leaders and emerging professionals in insurance, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Black Voices and Visions
🕑 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 South Bowl
🎟 $20
An evening of creative performance and cultural expression highlighting Black artistry and community dialogue.
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-voices-and-visions-tickets-1982636639560?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
A Will to Preserve Black Legacy
🕑 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
A thought-provoking conversation focused on estate planning, historical preservation, and sustaining generational legacy.
Wednesday, February 25
The Black Healing Space: Philadelphia
🕑 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 FUMCOG
🎟 $15 – $44.52
A guided community healing experience offering intentional space for reflection, emotional wellness, and collective restoration.
Thursday, February 26
Real Men Real Talk – Philadelphia (Evening)
🕑 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Guadenzia House
An open forum creating space for men to engage in honest dialogue around personal growth, relationships, accountability, and leadership.
Friday, February 27
Shining A Light On Black History In Philadelphia
🕑 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center
A community event spotlighting local Black history stories and the individuals who shaped Philadelphia’s cultural landscape.
Black Excellence: A Night of Culture, Film & Flavor
🕑 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 The Pyramid Club
An elevated cultural evening blending film, curated cuisine, and celebration of Black creative achievement.
Black W.E.A.L.T.H.: Building Generational Wealth Through Knowledge & Action
🕑 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 1501 N Broad St
A financial empowerment workshop offering practical tools and strategies for building and protecting generational wealth.
Saturday, February 28
Poetry Workshop
🕑 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 The Welcome Table
A guided creative writing session encouraging participants to express their stories and experiences through poetry.
CASH MOB at the African American Museum: Afrofuturism & Black Philanthropy
🕑 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 African American Museum in Philadelphia
🎟 $23.18
A community-centered event supporting Black institutions while exploring the intersections of Afrofuturism and collective economic power.
Black History Month Paint & Sip
🕑 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 211 N 13th St
🎟 Starting at $17.85
A relaxed social gathering combining guided painting with cultural celebration in a creative atmosphere.
Echoes of Liberation: Voices of Philadelphia
🕑 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM
📍 6306 Germantown Ave (Johnson House Historic Site)
🎟 $30
A powerful historical program amplifying Philadelphia’s abolitionist history through storytelling and preserved landmarks.
NAACP Temple University Chapter – NAACP Image Awards Watch Party
🕑 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Howard Gittis Student Center
A celebratory watch party bringing community members together to honor Black achievement in media and entertainment.
Together, We Keep the Legacy Alive.
Black History Month honors the past, but it is also about how we move forward together. Every time we gather, learn, support, and celebrate, we reinforce the strength of our community. Whether you engage in one moment or many, your presence is powerful. May this week spark pride, purpose, and possibility.
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