💡Upper Merion Area Events and Happenings 2/12 - 2/15

Snow May Still Be On The Ground - But Love Is In The Air All Weekend 💘 | + Over 30 Live Music Options To Choose From

February 12, 2026

Good Morning, Upper Merion Area👋

I hope today’s issue finds you a bit warmer than last week. We may still have a lot of snow on the ground, but I saw a fair share of 40’s and even a 50+ in the 10 day. Keep the faith 🌞. If you’re less focused on speaking spring into existence (like me) and more locked in on Valentine’s Day and how you can celebrate it this weekend, you’re in luck 💕💕. There is no shortage of events happening locally all weekend. Keep on reading to check them out!

In Today’s Spotlight

Spotlight Events

Catch Michael Rapaport at The Stress Factory

See Michael Rapaport live at The Stress Factory! You’ve seen him on Friends, Prison Break, Atypical, and countless films—now catch his unfiltered takes and high-energy storytelling on stage. Big personality. Bigger laughs. Don’t miss this one. 🎤

Valentine Karaoke

Love is in the air….and on the mic! 🎤💘 Head over to Swedesburg Fire Co for Valentine Karaoke on Saturday, February 14. Karaoke runs 7–11pm (kitchen opens at 5), no cover charge, and the first 25 ladies receive a flower. Sing your heart out! 🌹

Gold N’ Blues Festival

Come experience the Gold N’ Blues Festival Friday, February 20 (5–10pm) for a night of nonstop music! Ten high schools take the stage, ending with Upper Merion’s own Jazz Band. Tickets are $10 ($5 students/seniors/kids). Grab concessions, support the arts, and let the brass do the talking. 🎷

More Weekend Events & Happenings

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Live Music Lowdown 🎷

— Thursday —

  • Bright Kelly (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾

  • Sounds of Phoenix (7:00pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Bryan Miller (6:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • Aaron Quarternman Jr. (6:30pm) @ Peppers 🌶️

  • Strangers Stopping Strangers (8pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Red Not Chili Peppers (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • Chris Marsceill Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Jack Mangene (6pm) @ Southern Cross Kitchen 🎤

— Friday —

  • Brian Quinn (5-7pm) AND Devlin Rocking Country (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾️

  • HH w/Mysterious Duo (5-8pm) AND Basic Cable (9pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Jeff & Johnny (7:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • Philly Heart & Soul (8:30pm) @ Pepper’s 🌶️

  • HH w/Luca Diadul (4pm) AND East Nash Grass (8pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • The Legwarmers: 80’s Tribute (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • V Shayne Frederick Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Chris Foux (6:30pm) @ Southern Cross Kitchen 🎤

  • Acoustic Keys (6-9pm) Hook & Ladder Sky Bar 🪜

  • Faces of Rod - NO COVER (8 pm) @ Watertower Live 💦

  • Matt Kresge (6 pm) @ Bald Birds Brewing Co. KOP 🍻

— Saturday —

  • Y’all or Nothin’ (8:30pm) @ Screwballs ⚾️

  • Valentine Afternoon Acoustics w/Corey & Ant (3-6pm) AND Tru Blu (8pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Jeff & Sydney (7:30pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • The Slamm (8:30pm) @ Peppers 🌶️

  • School of Rock (3-5 pm) AND Philly Gumbo (7pm) ** AND A Very Vilebred Valentines (9:30 pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Tauk with MJT The Band (8pm) ** @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • RaiSan Sings Trio (6:30pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

  • Dave Cudrak (6:30pm) @ Southern Cross Kitchen 🎤

  • Emmet Drueding (6-9pm) @ Hook & Ladder Sky Bar 🪜

— Sunday —

  • 15th Annual Ribstock (2-10pm) @ The Ribby 🐽

  • Jerry Watkins (6pm) @ Gypsy Saloon 💃

  • Wally Smith Organ Trio (4pm) ** AND Emmanuel Ohemeng III and Perpetual Motion (7:30 pm) ** @ 118 North ⬆️

  • Funky Brunch: Valentine’s Edition - FREE and Family Friendly (11 am) AND Langhorne Slim (7:00 pm) @ Ardmore Music Hall 🎸

  • Lou Lanza Trio (6:00pm) @ Eddie V’s 🎙️

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A few more things I thought may interest you:

  • Three juveniles were arrested for a shooting last week in KOP. Great work UMPD!

  • Valley Forge National Park shared the upcoming Art in the Park schedule. You can follow them for more details.

  • Hometown Heroes program registration is open for 6 more weeks.

  • Check out open houses in KOP and Bridgeport.

Thank you for reading today! See you next week!


Corey 💡

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