Philly is full of clubs, civic groups, and communities worth joining. The hard part is knowing they exist and how to get in.
The Activities Fair puts 40+ groups in one room for an afternoon. This is your chance to meet the people who run the things you’ve been wanting to try or didn’t know existed. Walk around, ask questions and leave with a way in.
How it works
Walk in. Browse the tables. Talk to organizers. Stay as long as you want.
The groups range from hobby clubs to civic organizations and all of them are looking for new people. There’s no application process and no guessing if you’re the right fit. If something sounds good they’ll tell you how to show up next time. If not keep walking. By the end of the afternoon you’ll know what’s out there and how to get involved.
Who you’ll meet
Book clubs. Bike crews. Civic coalitions. Sketch artists. Singing circles. Pickup sports. We’re curating a mix that reflects the best this city has to offer.
Come meet the fine folks from:
- Philly Shutter Club
- Black Hippie Art
- Circle Jawn Singers
- CreativeMornings PHL
- Philly Indie RPGs
- Hotties Roll Dice
- Invest for Better Philadelphia
- Philadelphia Freedom Band
- The Adult Art Club
- Philly Social Sports
- 12th House Social Club
- The Craft Collective
- Philly Bike Train
- Philly Cooks A Book
- The A Capella Project Philadelphia
- The Philadelphia Philosophy Department
- Philly Track Jawn
- Collide Zine
- Philadelphia Sketch Club
- Wednesday Night Rides
- Men’s Night Run Club
- Shortstack Book Club
- Philly Queer Book Club
- Philadelphia Quadball Association
- South Philly Acoustic Jam
- Philly Podcast Club
- Black Girls Hike Philly
- Circular Philadelphia
- Fishtown Beer Runners
- Lez Run Running Club
- Let Me Know Club
- Skill Swap Club
- Philly Gryphons
- Screen Free Philly
- Analog Lovers Club
- Binding Agents
- Potluck
- Volo Sports
- Free Library
- People’s Budget Office
- Committee of Seventy
- PFCU
- Glitter
- Philadelphia Ethical Society
Who should come
Anyone who wants more from city life than work and errands. Whether you just moved here or you’ve lived here for years if you’re tired of hearing about things after they already happened or scrolling past events you’d go to if you knew one person there this is for you.
What happens after
Most groups will have info on their next event or how to join and some will have sign-up sheets. We’ll also send everyone a follow-up email with links to all the participating organizations in case you want to revisit something later. Make sure you RSVP.
FAQs
Is this free?
Yes. 100% free and open to all.
What if I’m new in town or coming solo?
Perfect. This is designed for you.
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely. The more the merrier.
Do I need to RSVP?
Not required but it helps us plan and gets you a reminder email the week of the event. Everyone who RSVPs is entered into a giveaway from our generous sponsors:
Three Queens Yoga,
Spa Hygge,
Love City Brewing,
At My House, and
Spellbound Studio.
Is the event accessible?
The Ethical Society is wheelchair accessible via the entrance on the street behind the building and the main floor of the Fair will be accessible. The second floor and basement are accessible by stairs only but volunteers can help share information from upstairs clubs if needed.