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Your Guide to the Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square

Franklin Square is once again lit up with giant, colorful sculptures of steel and silk. From the fan-favorite 160-foot-long dragon to an entire section dedicated […]

Philadelphia Wedding

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

Love your dog? Love your dog so much you want your four-legged friend to be a part of your Big Day? No sweat — at […]

Restaurants

The Absolute Best Oyster Bars in Philly

During the Colonial era, Philly was obsessed with oysters. It’s reported that by 1776 the streets were littered with half shells and the masses were […]

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Things to Do

50+ Ways to Celebrate Pride Month in Philly

June 1st marks the beginning of Pride Month, a time to commemorate the 1969 riots at the Stonewall Inn and celebrate the Pride movement and […]

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Beyond the Liberty Bell: 6 American Revolution Sites Near Philly to Visit Instead

       Listen to the audio edition here: You could fight the crowds at the Liberty Bell — or you could declare independence and […]

City Life

How to Pick Your (Second) Favorite World Cup Squad

The United States (most likely) isn’t playing in Philly during the World Cup. But there are nine other teams that will play at the Linc, […]

Restaurants

The Best Bars in Philly to Watch the World Cup

The first of 104 World Cup matches kicks off on June 11th, when Mexico takes on South Africa in Mexico City. Here in Philly we’ve […]

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Summer 2026: Your Guide to Philly’s Biggest Summer Ever

After years — centuries, even — of anticipation, summer 2026 is finally here. Yes, that means the World Cup and the semiquincentennial and the MLB […]

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Restaurants

The Ultimate Guide to Outdoor Dining in Philly

Outdoor dining season is upon us, and we simply could not be more excited. Wednesday happy hour when it’s 72 degrees? Say less. Friday night […]

Life & Style

An Ardmore Home’s Dreamy Second-Floor Renovation

Creating inviting but practical spaces in older homes can take a bit of design prowess. (Let’s face it: They lived a little differently 100 years […]

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Philadelphia Wedding

From Decor to Fashion, 22 Ideas for Your Wedding Theme

Looking for a wedding theme that perfectly fits your personality? We’re here to help. Below, you’ll ready about the trends we’re seeing (and loving!) right […]

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Everything to Do, See, and Eat on the Delaware River Waterfront This Season

When we can’t sneak off down the Shore, we grab a little slice of that boardwalk life much closer to home. Each year as the […]

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City Life

EGOT Benj Pasek Has Given Philly Major Bragging Rights

This month, Main Line–bred composer Benj Pasek, who has won no shortage of prestigious awards, sees the curtain rise on his Tony-winning play, Dear Evan […]

Life & Style

How to Spend the Perfect Summer Day in West Chester

Now’s the time to visit this college town — school’s out for the summer! — with an open-air market that kicked off this month and […]

Things to Do

Your Ultimate Guide to the Devon Horse Show

This week, the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in the country returns to Devon. Started in 1896, this Main Line institution combines equestrians, […]