Join DiasporaDNA Story Center in partnership with the Arts Administrators of Color Network and The Department of Commerce City of Philadelphia for The Philly Festivals Mixer – a dynamic networking event celebrating the creative forces behind Philly’s most exciting festivals. This event is dedicated to elevating and amplifying global majority festival producers.
Date/Time: Friday, March 28th, 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm ET
Location: Culture Works of Greater Philadelphia
Who Should Attend?
We’re bringing together festival producers, top talent, unique vendors, and local audiences —all the key players who make Philly’s festival scene thrive. Whether you're an:
Aspiring event producer looking to break into the festival scene
Seasoned organizer seeking fresh inspiration
Local block captain interested in community engagement
Creative visionary passionate about bringing big ideas to life
Festival Go-ers interested in connecting and learning about upcoming events
This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and get inspired as we elevate and amplify global majority festival producers
What to Expect
Access essential resources to help plan your parade, block party, or street festival in the lead-up to Philadelphia’s 250th celebration.
Discover Upcoming Festivals – Get the inside scoop on the latest events in Philly.
Hear from Industry Insiders – Learn from festival producers and community leaders.
Play Philly Festival Trivia – Test your knowledge and celebrate local culture.
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane – Enjoy vibrant visuals of past festivals.
Eat, Drink & Network – Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) while connecting with Philly’s creative community.
Hear from Guest Speakers including:
…and more soon-to-be-announced festival producers In Philadelphia spanning food, film, music, youth, heritage and block parties.
Registration is FREE thanks to our incredible partners. Special thanks to Culture Works of Greater Philadelphia for the beautiful venue.
Please email Monica@diasporadna.org with any questions or accommodation requests.
Creative Economy & Arts in Education Month: This March 2025, during this month, the City of Philadelphia Department of Commerce, Creative Philadelphia, and the Mayor's Office of Education, will shine a spotlight on the vibrant creative economy of Philadelphia, sharing and spreading awareness of the importance of artists and creators in the area.
DiasporaDNA Story Center: DiasporaDNA Story Center explores origin stories and collective memories from the art, history and lives of the global majority.
Festivals. Art Therapy. Exhibits. Archives. Events. Ancestry. Storytelling. Advocacy. | www.diasporadna.orgArts Administrators of Color Network: A national support network that harnesses the power of artists, arts administrators, and organizations of people of the global majority to connect and expand BIPOC leadership across the U.S. creative sector. | Learn about our work.
City of Philadelphia, Department of Commerce: Commerce connects creatives with business-related workshops, networking sessions, resources, creative dialogue, and arts education webinars held by partner organizations. Their goal is to support Philadelphia creatives with entrepreneurial education while promoting Philadelphia's growth-filled arts, culture, and creative industries.