Riot Nerd Presents: Sweet Revenge – Emo Pop Girlies Dance Party

Ages 21 and up
Friday, March 28, 2025
Doors: 9pm | Show: 9pm

AGES 21+ ONLY

The ultimate mashup of pop princess energy and emo heartache vibes. Whether you’re living for the catchy hooks or deep in your feels, this party is your safe space to scream, sing, and dance it out. Expect to hear bangers from pop icons and anthems from the emo scene spun by DJ 21Sparksfly & DJ Sabrina!

Expect to hear artists like Sabrina Carpenter, My Chemical Romance, Olivia Rodrigo, Paramore, Billie Eilish, Pierce The Veil, Chappell Roan, Fall Out Boy, Taylor Swift, Sleeping With Sirens, Charli XCX, Taking Back Sunday, Ariana Grande, Panic! At The Disco, and more!

Riot Nerd is a Philly-based event production and promotion entity that was established in 2016. We’ve successfully thrown everything from dance parties to live music shows to flea markets to game tournaments and everything in between. We’re passionate about creating a community of likeminded people to keep entertainment alive, safe, and inclusive, while also supporting other local event professionals and artists by creating worthwhile opportunities. We’re known for mixing pop culture themes into our events and creating a unique, all-encompassing experience. We were
voted Best Dance Parties 2023 by Philly Mag and have been featured on Fox29 News!

All of our events are inclusive and welcoming to everyone. We do not have dress codes. We do not offer gender-specific discounts. All events are LGBTQ-friendly.

VENUE INFO – PLEASE READ!

  • This is a ticketed event. Everyone must have a ticket for entry.
  • Join us before the show for dinner & drinks in The Lounge, our full-service restaurant & bar on the upstairs level which opens at 6pm. View menu & make a reservation.
  • Mezzanine ticket holders are seated on the balcony overlooking the main stage, with access to a private bar, restrooms, and dining area where you can order from The Lounge menu.
  • World Cafe Live is a nonprofit independent venue where artistry meets social impact. Every purchase helps support our music education & community programs.
  • See FAQ for more information.
Riot Nerd is a Philly-based event production and promotion entity that was established in 2016. We've successfully thrown everything from dance parties to live music shows to flea markets to game tournaments and everything in between. We're passionate about creating a community of like-minded people to keep entertainment alive, safe, and inclusive, while also supporting other local event professionals and artists by creating worthwhile opportunities. We're known for mixing pop culture themes into our events and creating a unique, all-encompassing experience. We were voted Best Dance Parties 2023 by Philly Mag and have been featured on Fox29 News!​ All events are 21+ unless otherwise specified. All of our events are inclusive and welcoming to everyone. We do not have dress codes. We do not offer gender-specific discounts. All events are LGBTQ-friendly. We are available for event production and/or promotion. Past clients have included: Our People Entertainment, The Oval XP, The Franklin Institute, Whole Foods, Firefly Music Festival, XL Live!, Philadelphia Film Society, FCM Hospitality, Burlington County, Delaware River Waterfront, Center City District, Near Dark Entertainment, Metal Blade Records, Rising Sun Presents, Tee Pee Records and Milkboy. Read more about some of our notable past events, venues, press & sponsors, and charities.