Fourth Annual Creative and Nighttime Economy Month Celebration

Join us for the fourth annual celebration of the creative and nighttime economy in Philadelphia for networking and resource sharing.

The Department of Commerce has designated the month of March as Creative and Nighttime Economy Month in Philadelphia. We are dedicated to supporting Philadelphia creatives through entrepreneurial education while promoting our growth in the arts, culture, and creative industries. Join us on March 27 for the 4th Annual Creative and Nighttime Economy Celebration! Connect, learn & celebrate Philadelphia's creatives & makers! This celebration brings together business owners, creatives, industry leaders, and community advocates to connect, learn, and grow.

During this celebration, attendees can enjoy:

• interactive workshops
• a vendor-forward creative marketplace
• content creation zones
• live music and performances
• photo opportunities throughout the space

The event will also recognize organizations and individuals contributing to the long-term growth of Philadelphia’s creative and nighttime economy, including the announcement of the Hospitality Professional Awardee and the Creative & Nighttime Economy Art Call Contest Winner.

Whether you’re a creative, small business owner, performer, or supporter of the arts, this closing celebration is a space to connect, create, and celebrate Philadelphia’s creative and nighttime economy together. The celebration reflects the City’s continued investment in and support of the creative and nighttime economy as a key driver of economic vitality and cultural expression.

This event is part of the 4th Annual Creative and Nighttime Economy Month, a citywide celebration elevating artists, cultural nonprofits, and creative businesses as essential drivers of Philadelphia’s economy and identity.