Philadelphia Magazine

Laura Swartz

Deputy Editor, Digital

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Restaurants

Inside the Philly Tea Service Inspired by the Revolution

The Mary Cassatt Tea Room’s “LiberTea” features unique herbal teas, patriotic pastries, and one of George Washington’s favorite cocktails.

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City Life

PA’s Tourism Chief Is Playing the Long Game on Philly’s World Cup Moment

For Anne Ryan, the real challenge isn’t attracting crowds right now — it’s turning that attention into true love.

Things to Do

The Best Things You Can Possibly Do in Philly This Week

This week in Philly: Wawa Welcome America, the World Cup, a Ben Franklin rock musical, and much more.

City Life

This One Man Is Somehow Producing Two of Philly’s Biggest Events Right Now

Michael DelBene is overseeing both the FIFA World Cup Fan Festival and Wawa Welcome America  — two overlapping spectacles with global attention and local stakes.

City Life

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

From bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

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Things to Do

Where to Watch Outdoor Movies in Philadelphia This Summer

Grab a blanket and catch al fresco showings of old favorites, new favorites, and lots of family-friendly films.

Things to Do

Your Guide to Wawa Welcome America, Philly’s July 4th Celebration

Fireworks, free museum days, block parties, concerts, and more!

City Life

How Philly Prepared to Host the World Cup

Melissa Piccoli, chief external affairs officer for Philadelphia Soccer 2026, talks FIFA, city pride, and her Philly picks.

Restaurants

Takeout Foods to Include in Your Perfect Philly Picnic

Sun’s out, buns out (and cheese and pastries!). Elevate your Philly park hang with these gourmet goodies.

Things to Do

15 Scenic Picnic Spots in Philly

Our top picks for where to post up on a blanket for hours on end.

Things to Do

Juneteenth Celebrations in Philly

Block parties, free museum days, kids’ programming, live music, and more.

Things to Do

Your Guide to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival

The dragon is back! Everything to see, do, and eat as Franklin Square lights up.

City Life

Meet the Man Tasked With Pulling Off Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever

Michael Newmuis takes us behind the scenes of America’s 250th birthday celebration.

Philadelphia Wedding

From Flower Dogs to Ring-Bearing Hawks: How to Include Animals in Your Wedding

Getting the zoomies out, walking down the aisle, and having a solid plan B — Waggy Weddings has tips for all of it.

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Things to Do

50+ Ways to Celebrate Pride Month in Philly

From drag queen story times to food specials, there are so many ways to celebrate Pride and the LGBTQ+ community in Philly this month.