Upcoming Events
Join our Waitlist and be the first to know when the Save Philly Festivals™ Tour launches!
OCTOBER 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Our House Culture Center, 6380 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19144
Be part of an evening that nourishes both community and culture while supporting DiasporaDNA's mission to preserve heritage, empower future generations, and celebrate the stories that connect us.
Delight in global rice delicacies, cultural performances, storytelling, and meaningful connections while supporting the preservation of heritage, community archives, youth education, and creative expression. Delicacy Rice Bash celebrates the flavors, memories, and traditions that connect generations and cultures around the world.
As DiasporaDNA's signature fundraising gala, this event helps sustain programs in Arts & Creative Expression, Education & Youth Empowerment, Ancestry & Archives, and Activations & Community Building—ensuring that the stories of Global Majority communities remain visible, valued, and passed forward.
Reserve your seat for an evening of food, culture, and impact as we celebrate the power of heritage to bring people together.
CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets today!
Past Events
April 25, 2026 | 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
DiasporaDNA HQ @ Cherry Street Pier
Join DiasporaDNA Story Center for a transformative journey where literary, cultural, and spiritual wisdom from the past meets mindfulness practices for today.
Explore the Montgomery Collection enjoy a gentle Waterfront Walk, and engage in mindful journaling, affirmations, collage, and “Sorrow to Strength” rituals.
Part of the Being Human Festival (US), running April 17–May 3, “Ancestral Wisdom for A Weary World” is one of 23 community events across the country supported by the National Humanities Center. This festival celebrates the humanities’ power to add depth and meaning to our lives, help us understand ourselves and one another, and provide context for the complex world around us.
Click here to register for free!
March 13, 2026 | 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Virtual
Join DiasporaDNA for the Save Philly Festivals Think Tank™: a virtual gathering where Philadelphia's festival producers come together to figure out real ways to land better sponsorships and keep their events growing strong. It's all about swapping practical ideas that keep the focus on making festivals more financially solid while giving a real boost to the local creative economy: supporting artists, food vendors, performers, and small businesses that make every event feel alive and uniquely Philly.
October 24, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Philadelphia, PA
Join DiasporaDNA for the launch of the Philly Festivals Network (Planning Session)™, a new initiative uniting Philadelphia’s festival producers, cultural programmers, and community partners to Save Philly Festivals.
As rising costs and resource challenges impact beloved celebrations like the Midtown Village Fall Festival and Northern Liberties Night Market, this convening brings together local leaders to share stories, exchange solutions, and imagine a more sustainable future for our city’s festivals.
The half-day session includes networking, collaborative artmaking, and group discussions. Participants are invited to share reflections on film for The Montgomery Collection Archive™, documenting this historic moment in Philadelphia’s cultural landscape.
Save Philly Festivals™. Share Your Story.
Festivals preserve cultural memory, highlight local history, and celebrate neighbor nostalgia through a creative network of talent, producers, and audiences. Together, we’re building a powerhouse platform of storytelling and support for local festivals.
RSVP through this Google Form. Location will be revealed upon RSVP.
October 5, 2025 | 2:30–3:30 p.m. Brandywine Museum of Art
Join us for an afternoon of Community Conversations: at the Brandywine Museum of Art, where we’ll come together to share perspectives, exchange stories, and connect through the themes of art and the world around us.
Dive into lively discussions with fellow attendees, exploring thought-provoking questions like, “What Black history are we witnessing daily?” in a warm, engaging environment.
Facilitated by doctoral researcher, Monica O. Montgomery, MA, this free program, produced in partnership with DiasporaDNA™, invites you to reflect and engage with others. Before or after the event, we encourage you to visit the special exhibition, Jerrell Gibbs: No Solace in the Shade, on the third floor for inspiration. Pre-registration is encouraged for this vibrant, participatory experience!
This program is free but pre-registration is encouraged. Click here to register.