Philadelphia Magazine

Laura Swartz

Deputy Editor, Digital

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Things to Do

The Best Things You Can Possibly Do in Philly This Week

This week in Philly: Jill Scott, Make the World Better Weekend, The Notebook on stage, Star Wars in concert, and the tiniest art show in town.

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Restaurants

Jimmy Rollins Tells Us All About His Philly Dining Picks

The former Phillies superstar has been making reservations at some of the city’s best tables. Here’s where he hopes to go next. 

Things to Do

Your Guide to MLB All-Star Week in Philly

Big-ticket events, an all-out fan fest, exclusive merch, and a Phanatic fur-covered fever dream — here’s everything you need to know about baseball’s biggest summer party.

City Life

Germantown Is Showing Philly How to Celebrate 2026 Way Beyond July 4th

Historic Germantown’s Tuomi Forrest is using America’s milestone birthday to introduce visitors to one of the city’s richest — and often overlooked — historic neighborhoods.

Star Wars is coming to the Franklin Institute in 2027.
Things to Do

The Franklin Institute Will Host the World Premiere of the Star Wars 50th Anniversary Exhibit

The world premiere exhibit opens in February 2027 with screen-used props, immersive galleries, and never-before-seen artifacts from the Lucasfilm archives.

Amy Needle, president and CEO of Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
City Life

Amy Needle Wants Philly’s 250th to Become a Collective Core Memory

The Historic Philadelphia CEO wants 2026 to be a once-in-a-generation celebration Philadelphians will still talk about decades from now.

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.

Anne Ryan, deputy secretary of tourism, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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.

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.

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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.