First Friday: April Varner

Schedule

Fri Dec 05 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19130 | Philadelphia, PA

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End the year on a high note at First Friday at the Barnes! 🎷✨
In December, we welcome award-winning jazz vocalist and composer April Varner whose powerful performances and fresh approach to the jazz tradition have wowed audiences from Birdland to Mezzrow Jazz Club.
Enjoy an evening of live music, art, and community—complete with cocktails, light fare, and after-hours access to the Barnes collection and "Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets".
First Friday: April Varner
📅 Friday, December 5
🕕 6pm - 9pm ET
🎤 Performances at 6:30pm & 7:45pm ET
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2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 19130

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