Artist Lounge: A Collaborative Happy Hour for Artist and Poets

Join us for a special happy hour hosted by four vibrant art and poetry collectives who have been making waves in the Philadelphia creative community:

Waffles and Wine (@wafflesandwine)

Palette and Poetry (@paletteandpoetry)

Souletri (@souletri)

Collide Zine (@collidezinephilly)

This evening is all about connection—whether you’re an artist, writer, performer, or creative events enthusiast, come share space, exchange contact info, and spread the word about your upcoming projects and what drives you to create.

Expect casual vibes, new friends, and plenty of inspiration. Bring your flyers, zines, or just your ideas—this is a gathering for creatives to meet face-to-face, dream up future collaborations, and celebrate the work we’re building together.

✨ Who’s invited: artists, poets, performers, makers, and anyone excited about supporting the creative community✨ What to bring: your energy, your projects, your curiosity✨ Why: because collaboration fuels creation

Let’s raise a glass to art, poetry, and the Philadelphia creative community!

Free entry for those 21+

Host or Publisher Collide Zine