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Get To Know: Fishtown Nightlife

Posted on May 11, 2023   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Brittany Valentine

Brittany Valentine

I’ve seen many of my favorite bands and artists here. (Brittany Valentine/City Cast Philly)

I’ve seen many of my favorite bands and artists here. (Brittany Valentine/City Cast Philly)

Fishtown, a vibrant neighborhood northeast of Center City, is home to plenty of amazing nightlife venues. Here’s a few of my favorites.

The local music scene thrives at Johnny Brenda’s on Frankford Avenue, where Justin Beiber was once spotted.

The Fillmore on nearby E Allen Street is actually three venues in one. In addition to the main room, there’s also a bar and lounge, and a mini club that spotlights up-and-coming local acts.

I’ve attended multiple concerts at both the Fillmore and I always leave buzzing with joy. This week, Live Nation is offering $25 tickets to a bunch of local shows. You could snag tickets to Bebe Rexha or Nothing But Thieves at The Fillmore!

I also love Punchline Philly on E Laurel Street. This iconic comedy club, restaurant and bar seats 300 people and has a spacious outdoor patio.

The venue hosts open mic nights, drag brunches, and themed comedy nights. I was lucky enough to see SNL comedian Pete Davidson there, and enjoyed a wood fire-oven pizza during the show 🍕

Fellow SNL comedian Chris Redd will be hitting the stage this weekend, and tickets are still available.

If you really want to have some fun, you could go bowling across the street. (Brittany Valentine/City Cast Philly)

If you really want to have some fun, you could go bowling across the street. (Brittany Valentine/City Cast Philly)

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