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WHYY, in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC), is celebrating Philadelphia’s arts and culture with a free two-day festival September 2 and 3 at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing.

The WHYY Connections Festival kicks off Friday evening with a preview screening of renowned documentary filmmaker Ken Burns’ latest film, Prohibition, which doesn’t air on PBS until October 2.

Accompanying the film will be live prohibition-era jazz by The Hot Club of Philadelphia, in addition to remarks from Prohibition co-director Lynn Novick.

On Saturday, WHYY and DRWC will host a concert headlined by Philadelphia indie-rock band Dr. Dog. Rounding out the concert lineup will be The Baseball Project, featuring R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck; Scott McCaughey of the Minus 5 and the Young Fresh Fellows; Steve Wynn of Dream Syndicate and Gutterball; and Linda Pitmon of Miracle Three and Golden Smog. Also performing will be hip-hop artist Kuf Knotz; singer-songwriter Birdie Busch; and roots-rockabilly group Toy Soldiers.

The concert will also feature live dance, painting and other art demos. Kids don’t miss out either; the Y Kids Club, open 3-6 p.m. on Saturday, will feature kid-friendly music and yoga lessons, a meet-and-greet with The Cat In the Hat and Clifford the Big Red Dog and balloon crafting.

Bonus: following the concert on Saturday, guests are invited to Yards Brewing Company for the official WHYY Connections Festival after-party!

Help celebrate the high-gloss creative scene in Philadelphia at this first-time (hopefully of many) celebration.

WHYY Connections Festival
When: September 2 and 3
Where: Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing
Cost: Free
More info: www.whyy.org/connectionsfestival