Reading Terminal Market’s After-Hours Gala, Party for the Market, Is Back With Live Entertainment & Unlimited Food and Drinks
Published on December 4, 2025
Reading Terminal Market, Philadelphia’s iconic non-profit public market, has announced the return of its 14th annual Party for the Market, presented by Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages, taking place Saturday, February 21, 2026. Tickets are officially on sale, and this year’s celebration promises to be the Market’s most ambitious after-hours gala yet.
Each year, Party for the Market transforms the historic building inside and out for a vibrant, immersive evening honoring Philadelphia’s culture, culinary excellence, and community spirit. The event supports the Market’s strategic plan, “Feeding Philly’s Heart and Soul,” and serves as Reading Terminal’s largest annual fundraiser.
Guests will experience Reading Terminal Market in an entirely new way. Nearly every merchant will participate, offering unlimited tastings from their signature dishes—creating a self-guided food adventure across one of the nation’s most celebrated public markets. Multiple open bars, wide-ranging live entertainment, and interactive activations will appear throughout the space, ensuring an unforgettable night at every turn.
Last year’s gala sold out with more than 1,000 attendees, and tickets for 2026 are expected to go fast.
Blending the soulful sounds of Philadelphia with global influences, the evening’s performances and installations will highlight the diverse communities that have shaped the Market since 1893. From music to visual art to culinary showcases, the event is designed to ignite all the senses while honoring the Market’s cultural legacy.
General Admission Tickets: Available now at readingterminalmarket.org/event/party-for-the-market/
Individual tickets are limited, and purchasing early is recommended.