Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia is ready to celebrate the most anticipated movie release of the year with Wicked: For Good, opening nationwide on Friday, November 21st. Local restaurants, bars, and organizations are rolling out the green carpet with themed menus, drag brunches, dazzling desserts, and a charity night worthy of Glinda herself. In Fishtown on November 23, 2025, the viral sensation Journey to Oz Drag Brunch returns to Evil Genius Beer Company, featuring Philly and Delaware’s fiercest queens, over-the-top performances, sing-along numbers, and special Wicked collaborations. In Northern Liberties now through December, Madison K Cookies is baking up a spellbinding collection of Wicked-themed cookies, cupcakes, and cakes — each hand-designed with shimmering pinks, greens, and glitter inspired by the movie’s beloved characters. In Old City on November 23, 2025, Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti transforms into an Emerald City dreamscape for their Wicked Vibe Brunch. Guests can expect themed photo ops, DJ sets, props, and cocktails inspired by Glinda and Elphaba. On North Broad on November 8, 2025, Action Wellness celebrates the 30th Anniversary of GayBINGO with a special Wicked: For Good edition and Holiday Toy Drive. Attendees are encouraged to bring toy donations, wear their best pink and green accessories, and enjoy a night of laughter, prizes, and goodwill. Each experience offers a uniquely “Wicked” way to celebrate the magic of friendship, empowerment, and standing up for what’s right 0 just in time for the movie that’s already casting a spell across the country.
1) Wicked Cookies, Cupcakes, Cookie Cakes and Cake Forms
Madison K Cookies
800 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Now through December
Madison K Cookies, Philly’s own wizard of over-the-top themed sweets, is casting a sugary spell with her Wicked-ly good collection to celebrate the movie release. Whether you sparkle in pink like Glinda the Good or go bold and green like Elphaba, there’s a treat in every shade of Oz. Each cookie is handmade by Madison herself – by hand – no spells require. Each features dazzling designs inspired by the beloved characters, enchanting sets, and the world of Oz itself. Choose your magic: cookies, cupcakes, cookie cakes, or full-on cake creations worthy of the Emerald City! Visit
to place your order and remember, when it comes to custom creations, “it’s not just about defying gravity… it’s about defying ordinary.” Ask about custom cake, cookie and cupcake ideas – no idea is too big or small.
2) Wicked: For Good GayBINGO! & Holiday Toy Drive
Saturday, November 8, 2025
You will be changed!
Congregation Rodeph Shalom (615 N Broad St.)
6:00pm Doors; 7:00pm Bingo
$50 each
actionwellness.org/special-events/
Get ready for the most dazzling GayBINGO of them all as Action Wellness touches down in the Emerald City for Wicked: For Good GayBINGO! & Holiday Toy Drive on Saturday, November 8, 2025. GayBINGO! raises money for programs and services of Action Wellness. Each event features an over-the-top performance by the Bingo Verifying Divas (BVDs). Game hosts Carlotta Ttendant and Stella D’oro then make their grand entrance to guide the audience through this fabulous journey. During the games, look for sponsors and community leaders to participate on stage by calling the bingo numbers and sharing their stories. At intermission, look for the BVD’s to take the floor for theme musical numbers. For November, look for performances, music, decor and vibes to celebrate the movie release, and just know: You will be changed!
For GayBINGO’s 30th Anniversary season, GayBINGO! returns to Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Philadelphia. Doors open at 6:00pm. Bingo starts at 7:00pm with an over-the-top performance by the Bingo Verifying Divas (BVDs). Game hosts Carlotta Ttendant and Stella D’oro then make their grand entrance to guide the audience through this fabulous journey.
Tickets for the new season are $50 each. Starting with this season, tickets are available directly on the Action Wellness website at actionwellness.org/special-events/ Please bookmark, share and save the new website. Table sponsorships and group packages are available by calling 215-981-3323. For more information and event previews, please follow @actionwellnessphl on social media.
3) Journey to Oz Drag Brunch
Sunday, November 23, 2025
Doors 11:00am, Show 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Evil Genius Beer Company
1727 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Starting Price: $20 per person
Journey to Oz Drag Brunch is back on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Evil Genius Beer Company at 1727 N. Front Street, with doors opening at 11:00am. This is going to be one wicked awesome brunch. So put on your best pair of ruby slippers and get ready to party with Philly’s hottest Drag Queens! Evil Genius Beer Company brings back one of their biggest drag brunches of the entire year – get your tickets before they sell out.
Celebrate Wicked with a brunch extravaganza with Philly’s best drag queens in full costume performing all your favorite hits – and make sure you come ready to sing along. Look for special solo, duo and group performances, with some of the best costumes of the year. Audience is encouraged to dress in theme as well. Come hungry for Evil Genius Beer Company’s new brunch menu including new brunch drinks plus their famous beer offerings.
Tickets are on sale now for $20 and up at ticketleap dot events/events/evil-genius-
4) Wicked and Oz Vibe Brunch
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
212 Walnut St 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Sunday, November 23, 2025
11:30am to 2:30pm
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti continues popular theme “vibe” brunches with a special Wicked and Wizard of Oz themed brunch just in time for the second movie! All themed brunches will run from 11:30am and 2:30pm, and exclusive themed cocktails, selfie and photo stations, food features and brunch tunes with a twist. The newly renovated lobby will be transformed into a scene out from the Emerald City with a 20-foot long yellow brick road, full size movie cut-outs and a special backdrop perfect for selfies and photos. Special Oz themed cocktails will be pouring at the bar and DJ will be spinning a special Emerald City mix. From the kitchen, look for brunch dishes like French Toast with Grand Marnier and Berries, Belgian Waffles with Vanilla Bean Gelato and Mixed Berries, Sausage and Peppers Skillet, Brunch Burger, Smoked Salmon Flatbread, Zucchini Frittata, Lobster Skillet, Zucchini Crabcake and more. Click your ruby red slippers, wear your favorite Oz inspired costume, clothing and/or accessories, and invite your squad down the yellow brick road. There’s a table waiting for you somewhere over the rainbow – and right here in Old City.
Wicked Brunch Specials
Food:
The Emerald Omelet: spinach, tomato, fontina, Positano salad $16
Pretty in Pink Cannoli: strawberry cannoli: house made cannoli cream, fresh strawberry $10
Cocktails:
The Wizard and I
gin, cucumber syrup, midori, lime, tonic
A spellbinding blend of gin, cool cucumber syrup, and vibrant Midori, brightened with fresh lime and finished with a splash of tonic. Refreshing, green, and just a little magical.
Look! It’s Glinda!
vodka, raspberry/hibiscus syrup, lemon, sparkling rosé
A sparkling showstopper of vodka, raspberry-hibiscus syrup, and fresh lemon, topped with bubbly rosé. Sweet, bright, and perfectly pink – just like Glinda herself.
We’re Not in Kansas Anymore
mezcal, creme de violette, limoncello, dry vermouth
Smoky mezcal meets the floral notes of crème de violette, brightened with limoncello and balanced by dry vermouth. Bold, unexpected, and a little otherworldly.
Reservations for all brunches and happenings are now available by visiting positanocoast.net, visiting opentable.com or by calling 215-238-0499.