Philadelphia Magazine

Kristen Schott

Deputy Editor, Lifestyle and Wedding

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River House at Odette's wedding
Philadelphia Wedding

You Can Get Married for Free at River House at Odette’s on Sunday

The deadline to apply for a Pennsylvania marriage license is Wednesday.

coronavirus
Philadelphia Wedding

We Got Vaccinated on Our 31st Wedding Anniversary

The couple got their second shots at the exact date and time of their wedding, then went to the Capital Grille to celebrate.

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Things to Do

Weekending in Washington, D.C.: Getting Outdoorsy in the Nation’s Capital

The District is home to many under-the-radar green spaces.

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Be Well Philly

The Best Philly-Area Running Getaways to Try If You Miss Traveling for Races

Pack your bags and head to one of these local getaway destinations that are low on drive time and high on scenic running paths.

Mann Center
Philadelphia Wedding

Mann Center Reopening for Weddings, Family Reunions, or Any Other Outdoor Events You Can Dream Up

Had to cancel that indoor party? Come April, the music venue has you covered.

Old City engagement photos
Philadelphia Wedding

These Philly Fitness Pros Snapped Engagement Photos at Their Fave Outdoor Workout Spots

The bride-to-be explores the city when she goes running.

South Jersey tiki boat
Philadelphia Wedding

Rent Your Own Private Floating Tiki Bar in Ocean City This Summer

Celebrate whatever — small engagements, elopements, bachelorette parties and more.

Lancaster wedding
Philadelphia Wedding

This Funky Lancaster Wedding Included a Mid-Ceremony Science Experiment and a Tennis Court Photo Shoot

And the bride wore three (count ’em) outfits.

Utopia Collective East Passyunk
Philadelphia Wedding

At the Utopia Collective, You Can Plan Your Wedding and Decorate Your New Home

Dreamed up by Cara Reaves, the East Passyunk store is a one-stop shop for couples.

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Philadelphia Wedding

A Super-Glamorous and Modern Black-and-White Wedding at Location 215

The couple danced on smoke “clouds.”

Philadelphia wedding mural
Philadelphia Wedding

City Hall’s New Wedding Selfie Mural Is Totally Philly

Couples with marriage license appointments will be able to snap pics starting end-of-day Friday.

philadelphia wedding planner
Philadelphia Wedding

How One Philly Wedding Planner Is Prepping for Her Own Big Day Amid COVID-19

Allie Beik of Polka Dot Events hopes to say “I do” October 30th at Globe Dye Works.

Philadelphia Black History Month Wedding
Philadelphia Wedding

We Planned Our Black Royalty-Themed Wedding for the First Day of Black History Month

The seating chart at ONE North Broad directed guests to “claim their throne.”

Micro-wedding venues
Philadelphia Wedding

15 Incredible Philadelphia-Area Micro-Wedding Venues

Set a small but mighty scene.

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City Life

And Now, Cicadas!

They’ll make their arrival in the region sometime in May or June.