Save the Date - Kidchella is BACK!

Friday, June 26, 2026
4pm-9pm

In partnership with Wawa Welcome America, Kidchella 2026 is back!

Get ready to sing, dance, and play at Kidchella 2026 at Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse! This FREE family music festival transforms Smith into a kid-friendly concert experience featuring live performances, hands-on activities, food, play, and nonstop fun for children and families of all ages.

This year’s incredible lineup includes performances by:
Interminable
Courtnee Owens
Dende
The Bearded Ladies Cabaret

Youth performances by:
Beyond the Bars

Bring your blankets, dancing shoes, and festival spirit for one of Philadelphia’s most joyful family events of the summer!

About the Artists

Interminable is a Philadelphia-based band that creates original music in Spanish, blending Mexican son jarocho, jazz, rock, funk, and electronic influences into a vibrant and innovative sound. Led by award-winning musician Ximena Violante, the group explores themes of community, cultural connection, and social justice while celebrating queer, trans, Black, and Brown voices.

Courtnee Owens is a Philadelphia-based DJ, creative professional, and music curator known for crafting vibrant sets that blend soul, Afrocentric rhythms, R&B, and dance music. A fixture in Philadelphia's music and arts community, Owens brings an energetic and inclusive approach to every performance, creating experiences that celebrate connection through music.

Dendê Macêdo is a Brazilian-born percussionist, singer, composer, educator, and multi-instrumentalist based in Philadelphia. A former member of the renowned percussion ensemble Timbalada, Dendê has performed at major festivals and cultural venues around the world while sharing the rich musical traditions of Bahia, Brazil. Through his performances and educational programs, he inspires audiences with infectious rhythms, cultural storytelling, and a passion for creativity and sustainability.

The Bearded Ladies Cabaret is an acclaimed Philadelphia-based queer arts organization known for its bold, genre-defying performances that blend music, theater, cabaret, drag, and storytelling. Through original works that explore identity, community, and culture, the company creates engaging and thought-provoking experiences for audiences of all ages.

Beyond the Bars is a Philadelphia nonprofit organization that empowers young people through music education, mentoring, and creative expression. By providing free access to instruments, instruction, and performance opportunities, Beyond the Bars helps youth build confidence, develop leadership skills, and discover the transformative power of music.