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May 2026

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: A Live Reading

MonMon
May 11May 11
7:00 pm9:00 pm
BREAD MAKES YOU FAT?!
Yeah, it may, but you know what doesn’t make you fat? A Theatre Contra Live Reading, that’s what! We’ve got 7 evil exes to defeat while avoiding a stalker, a confusing roommate, and an arguably evil sister. So grab your warhammer, collect your coins, and get ready to witness SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD live at Tattooed Mom!

 

MONDAY, MAY 11TH
7-9PM
VIP TICKETS: $15
>> NOTAFLOF <<

 

Directed by Tay Sconiers

Artist Lineup:

 

Follow Theatre Contra on Instagram.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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Improv for a Cause: Improv Jam

TueTue
May 12May 12
7:00 pm9:00 pm

Improv Jam- Come and practice improv comedy while also making friends and building community.

Sign up starting at 6:30!

 

TUESDAY, MAY 12TH
7-9PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

Hosted by Sarah Clemency and Kai Bobbi

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Tuesdays, 4-10pm | it’s tacos. it’s tecate. it’s tuesdays. what more can we say. $1.50 beef or bean tacos every Taco Tuesday + $3 tecate!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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Lady Laughs Philly: Open Mic Night // May 2026

MonMon
May 18May 18
6:00 pm9:00 pm

Lady Laughs Philly is the city’s only monthly comedy show that features all women and queer comics. Our open mic welcomes anyone and everyone, however our open mics center women and queer comics. We hope you’ll join us!

 

MONDAY, MAY 18TH
6-9PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

Lineup of Artists/Performers:

Hosted by Akudo Ejelonu and Joe G.

Produced by Shawna Lutzow

Audio/Sound Support by Kara Ferguson of Banter

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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WAR OF THE WORDS: Dad Joke and Wordplay Quizzo Battle

TueTue
May 19May 19
7:00 pm8:30 pm

The wordiest, nerdiest quizzo event you’ve ever attended comes back to Tattooed Moms! Assemble your squad and strap in for groaners.

From the notorious fellows behind It’s Always Punny in Philadelphia comes another dad joke-based quizzo extravaganza, this time with a new name. Assemble your squad and prepare for wordplay battle; prepare for groans. Your team will compete in rounds including, but not limited to:

Complete the Dad Joke: We give you the first half of the dad joke, you complete the second

Headlines: We give you a wacky new story, you write the headline

What’s in a Name?: Tell us what an acronym or abbreviation really stands for

Figures of Speech: Create a new saying and tell us when you use it

Winners will receive honor, glory, and prizes(!).

 

TUESDAY, MAY 19TH
7PM
SUGGESTED DONATION $5
>> NOTAFLOF <<
RSVP: EVENTBRITE

 

Logistical note: this event has been busy in the past. If having a proper chair is an object, we suggest you arrive early (though we’ll of course do our best to accommodate).

Follow It’s Always Punny in Philadelphia on Instagram.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Tuesdays, 4-10pm | it’s tacos. it’s tecate. it’s tuesdays. what more can we say. $1.50 beef or bean tacos every Taco Tuesday + $3 tecate!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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TATTOOED MOMEDY // May 2026

TueTue
May 26May 26
8:00 pm10:00 pm

Accept no imitations! Philly’s favorite alternative showcase returns once again for an unforgettable night of FREE live comedy!

 

TUESDAY, MAY 26TH
DOORS @ 7PM + SHOW @ 8PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

featuring:
Zoe Dixon
Adam Flick
Nick Fierro

and headliner
Colin Armstrong

Hosted by Tan Hoang & Joe Bell

Art by Tan Hoang & Joe Bell

 

Tattooed Momedy is the LAST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH exclusively at TATTOOED MOM!

Doors at 7:00 pm. Be sure to get here early to snag that comfy armchair or bumper car…this event fills up QUICKLY!

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Tuesdays, 4-10pm | it’s tacos. it’s tecate. it’s tuesdays. what more can we say. $1.50 beef or bean tacos every Taco Tuesday + $3 tecate!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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June 2026

But I’m A Cheerleader: A Live Reading

MonMon
June 8June 8
7:00 pm9:00 pm

Oh my god, they were right. I’m a homo!

Theatre Contra is kicking off Pride Month the only way we know how…with a very gay movie reading! What better reading than the cult classic BUT I’M A CHEERLEADER? That’s right, we’re praying homophobia away at Tattooed Mom, so get ready for a night of pastel propaganda, innuendos, and endless cheerleaders jumping in slow motion.

 

MONDAY, JUNE 8TH
7-9PM
VIP TICKETS: $15
>> NOTAFLOF <<

 

Directed by Adaeze Nwoko

 

Artist Lineup:

 

Follow Theatre Contra on Instagram.

 
 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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FUCK ICE Art Auction and Benefit Showcase

TueTue
June 9June 9
6:00 pm9:00 pm

Collide Zine invites Philly to an evening of art, resistance, and collective action.

CALL FOR ART!

We are seeking “FUCK ICE” themed art pieces to create a massive gallery wall of resistance through creative expression. Whether you’re a painter, graphic designer, sculptor, clothing designer or collage artist–all media are welcome to enter for our showcase.

Art rules and specifics:

  • The deadline to submit art is June 1st at 12AM EST
  • Artists can apply with a maximum of four artworks.
  • There is no fee to apply–artists must donate a minimum of 50% total sale price to Vamos Juntos. We encourage more than that if you can.
  • Size requirements: artwork must be no larger than 50 in. x 50 in.
  • All work must be dry and ready to hang, with the appropriate hanging hardware provided by the artist (nails, command strips, etc)

All art will be auctioned off the walls by Collide volunteers throughout the evening. Bid on art by talking to the auctioneer stationed in the front room. We will also be selling Collide Zine and merch to benefit Vamos Juntos.

All sales are final! Any unsold art will be returned to the artist at the end of the event.

If you are interested in submitting art please fill this form here

CALL FOR FEATURED PERFORMERS

Throughout the night we will have a scheduled lineup of featured performances highlighting local talent in the back room of the bar–be sure to arrive early so you don’t miss a beat! Doors re at 6, show starts 7pm.

All performers will receive pooled tips at the end of the evening, with the option to donate their tips to Vamos Juntos.

We are seeking public speakers, poets, standups, and everything in between —Please note that the venue cannot currently accommodate any musical performances. We apologize for this!

If you are interested in performing, please fill this form here.

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH
6-9PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
RSVP: EVENTBRITE

 

VENDING BY:

@8213 Desserts -sweet treats

@thirtywestph – local books

@boomingfruits – tarot readings

@secondchanceartandvintage – FUCK ICE shirts

@FlashpointPhilly – radical prints and resources to protect against ICE

All proceeds from the event will directly benefit Vamos Juntos, supporting immigrant communities through advocacy, resources, and community empowerment.

Turning artistic rage into action for a cause. Come out and show your support!

Stay loud. Stay awake. Protect your neighbors.
Art is resistance. Let’s use our creativity for good.

Follow Collide Zine Philly on Instagram.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Tuesdays, 4-10pm | it’s tacos. it’s tecate. it’s tuesdays. what more can we say. $1.50 beef or bean tacos every Taco Tuesday + $3 tecate!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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Big Ass Bitties // June 2026

WedWed
June 10June 10
6:30 pm9:30 pm

Pals! Big Ass Bitties is a wild ride, a night of comedic risks, feats of glory, attempts of epic proportions. You will be rewarded! You will get what you came for. You will see Bettys Bits.

The night is filled with adventure and misadventure from amazeballs comics. Won’t you come thru, and share your open arms with our vulnerable goofs? Come see this show! A line up of wild proportions!

 

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH
DOORS @ 6:30PM + SHOW @ 7:30PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Wednesday, 4-10pm | they’re a smash hit for a reason. Smash Burgers (classic or vegan) every Wednesday for just $6!! u heard that right! + $3 PBR! RUN!!!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

Find out more »

Lady Laughs Philly: Open Mic Night // June 2026

MonMon
June 15June 15
6:00 pm9:00 pm

Lady Laughs Philly is Philadelphia’s premier monthly comedy show that features all women and queer comics. Our open mic welcomes anyone and everyone, however we center women and queer comics. Join us!

 

MONDAY, JUNE 15TH
6-9PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN

 

Hosted by Christa Rivers and Michael Kelly.

Produced by Shawna Lutzow

Follow Lady Laughs Philly on Instagram.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Mondays, 4-11pm | mom’s marvelous meatless mondays?? Say it 3 times fast and see what happens. we dare u. Meatless Monday is here at TMoms from open ’till close. See what’s on special this month!

Mondays, Upstairs 6-11pm | cue ball as bright as ur future. Free Pool Mondays upstairs at TMoms continues!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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LOVE OUT LOUD: A Pride-Themed PlayFest

TueTue
June 16June 16
6:00 pm9:00 pm
Celebrate Pride with a night of new plays at LOVE OUT LOUD: A Pride-Themed PlayFest! Featuring six new plays by six emerging playwrights, this one-night-only evening of staged readings celebrates queer joy, love, and acceptance on stage. 

 

TUESDAY, JUNE 16TH
7PM
NO COVER // FREE FUN
SUGGESTED DONATION $10-15
>> NOTAFLOF <<
RSVP: FB EVENT

 

Featuring: 
The Strand That Beads You by Allison Fradkin
Bella Vida by Sarah Hajkowski
A Few of Their Own by Parker Jenkins
Fearfully, Wonderfully by Fiona Mulley
The Best National Coming Out Day Ever by Brian Petti
 Performed by members of Studio 324 Productions.

 

Performances begin at 7pm. Join us at Tattooed Mom for the show! 
Must be 21+ with Valid ID. Suggested donation $10-$15. NOTAFLOF. All proceeds benefit the continued programming efforts of Studio 324 Productions.

 

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What’s Up at TMoms:

Tuesdays, 4-10pm | it’s tacos. it’s tecate. it’s tuesdays. what more can we say. $1.50 beef or bean tacos every Taco Tuesday + $3 tecate!

Daily Happy Hour | $4 drafts every day from 4-6pm, everybody cheered!

Daily Menu | Tattooed Mom will also be serving tasty eats and ice cold drinks all evening.

• Upstairs dining, bar access, and event entry is 21+ w/ valid ID.

• Accessibility at TMoms | Due to the construction of our historical building, Tattooed Mom is only partially accessible. Our event space is on the second floor, which is only accessible via a flight of stairs (20 steps, 3 feet wide, railing on the left side only). For more information, please visit our Accessibility page.

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