Guitar legend Eric Clapton is coming to Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena, formerly the Wells Fargo Center, on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The Wallflowers will be the opening act.
The British guitar virtuoso has been thrilling fans for six decades in bands such as the Yardbirds, Cream, and Derek and the Dominoes and as a popular solo act. The Wallflowers feature the work of Jakob Dylan, best known for 1990s hits “6th Avenue Heartache” and “One Headlight.”
Learn more at xfinitymobilearena.com.
R&B Cookout
Uncle Charlie’s R&B Cookout Featuring Charlie Wilson, Babyface, K-Ci and El Debarge comes to the TD Pavilion at the Mann Music Center on Sunday at 6:15 p.m.
Wilson, an music icon, is touring with an all-star lineup of legendary acts with decades of chart-topping success It celebrates legacy, love and the timeless spirit of Black music, bringing the feeling of a family reunion to the stage.
Learn more at manncenter.org.
Camden waterfront
Contemporary and classic performers are coming to the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, N.J. this weekend.
On Thursday at 6:15 p.m., A Day to Remember and Yellowcard headline a road trip through 2000s rock.
The Outlaw Music Festival takes place Friday starting at 4 p.m., featuring a full night of music headlined by Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow and Waxahatchee.
Learn more at https://www.waterfrontamphitheater.com/.
The Met Philly
Comedy and music are on tap at the Met Philadelphia this weekend.
• Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe appears Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Hinchcliffe has been touring internationally for nearly two decades and is known for his strong performances at roasts and for his work on the “Kill Tony” podcast, which has millions of listeners.
• Singer-songwriter Maren Morris appears at the Met on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. Jade LeMac is the opener.
Morris’ award-winning music is rooted in country but works in strong influence from R&B and pop.
Learn more at themetphilly.com.
Arts Fest
The Philadelphia Arts Fest is scheduled for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kimmel Center, 300 S. Broad St., Philadelphia.
The free event features more than 40 cultural groups and performances from the Broadway shows “Six” and “Suffs,” the Philadelphia Orchestra and more. Marian Anderson Hall will be open for tours and an organ demonstration.
Breakaway Festival
The Breakaway Music Festival comes to the Festival Grounds at Subaru Park, Chester, Delaware County, on Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to midnight.
The electronic and dance music festival features Zedd, Excision, Cloonee, Two Friends Bass Set and more.
Learn more at www.breakawayfestival.com/festival/philadelphia-2025.
Quilt extravaganza
The Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza takes place Thursday through Saturday at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Montgomery County.
The event features quilt competitions with the works on display along with workshops and lectures and a Merchants Mall. A collection of specials exhibits will be on display including pieces from the Philadelphia Modern Quilt Guild, the Main Line Quilt Guild, Homemakers Country Quilters Guild, Sankofa Artisans Guild and Studio Art Quilt Associates.
Hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 to 4. Learn more at www.quiltfest.com
Oktoberfest
Building a Better Boyertown’s 18th Annual Oktoberfest is set for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 12 and 13 in the Town Center parking lot, 3 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, Berks County. Hours are 6 to 10 p.m. Friday and 1 to 10 p.m. Saturday.
The event features Bavarian flair, music, food, artisan vendors, family-friendly activities and beer.
Learn more at www.buildingabetterboyertown.org/.
Arts & Craft Festival
The Linvilla Orchards Arts & Craft Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday at 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, Delaware County.
Meet local artists and crafts people as they exhibit their work and browse unique goods for sale. Musical performances will take place throughout the weekend. There will be games, fishing, train rides, face painting, pony rides and hayrides.
Learn more at www.linvilla.com/family-fun/arts-music.
Beer tasting
The Lansdale Beer Tasting Festival takes place Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Cannoneers Football Field at Fifth Street Park in the Montgomery County community.
There will be craft beers and ciders from local and regional breweries. music performances and food trucks.
For more information, see www.discoverlansdale.org/beer-tasting-festival.html
Porchfest
South Wayne Porchfest takes place Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Wayne, Delaware County.
The event features free music performed on the porches of the town’s historic district, featuring more than 60 diverse acts.
Learn more at southwayneporchfest.com.
Tall Trees
The 11th Tall Trees Music and Arts Festival takes place Saturday at noon at 110 Tyson Mill Road, Collegeville, Montgomery County.
It features 10 bands and two stages along with food, activities and family-oriented fun, with proceeds supporting a local charity.
Learn more at www.facebook.com/events/656332156876826/.
Comedy, music in Reading
Watch for comedy and music this weekend at Reading’s Santander Performing Arts Center.
• Nurse Blake’s “But Did You Die” comedy tour comes to the theater on Saturday at 8.
Blake combines his passion for nursing and comedy to find humor in a difficult field. He has performed hundreds of shows for hundreds of thousands of nurses worldwide.
• Zach Williams performs Sunday at 6 at Santander.
Williams is a Grammy Award-winning contemporary Christian performer who blends southern rock and country styles with faith-filled songwriting.
Learn more at santander-arena.com/.
Concerts Under the Stars
King of Prussia’s Concerts Under the Stars concludes its season this weekend at Upper Merion Township Park in Montgomery County.
• On Saturday at 7 p.m. the series features Mdou Moctar with Yasmin Williams.
Moctar is a guitarist and songwriter who combines contemporary Saharan music and rock. Williams composes music by fixating on a single note before eventually adding more to form chords.
• Robert Randolph and Cordelia Blue take the stage Sunday at 6.
Randolph blends gospel, rock, blues and soul in a way that speaks to his musical roots and modern-day artistry. Philadelphia-based soul-rock outfit Cordelia Blue incorporates elements of classic funk, blues, rock and R&B.
For more information, see www.concertsunderthestarskop.com/.
Illusionist family show
Krendl the Illusionist performs a family show Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Newtown Theatre, 120 N. State St., Newtown, Bucks County.
Krendl has captivated audiences with his magic and charm for more than 30 years, working with two Broadway directors and touring the world in “The Illusionists Live from Broadway.”
Learn more at www.thenewtowntheatre.com/.
Janis Ian appearance
Bucks County’s Sellersville Theater presents a film screening and Q&A with singer-songwriter Janis Ian Thursday at 8 p.m.
The event features “Breaking Silence,” a documentary about Ian’s music and life. Ian will be present for a Q&A session with WXPN’s Dan Reed after the film.
For more information, see www.st94.com/.
Source: Berkshire mont
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