Philadelphia Magazine

October 2026 Issue

Metropolis

City Life

Unraveling a Kelly Drive Mystery

A hidden historical marker led me down a rabbit hole to an epic Philly discovery.

City Life

The One and Only Dr. J Talks LeBron James, Wealth, and Dealing With Philly Fans

The Sixers legend tells all.

City Life

The Final Wilderness in Philadelphia Is Under Attack

Upper Roxborough is the last rural corner of Philadelphia, a place where forests and fields reign. Squeezed by development and climate change, how much longer can it last?

City Life

The Great Philly Mag Semiquincentennial Quiz: Part 9

Test your Philly history knowledge with our Semiquincentennial Quiz. This month: World War II.

City Life

Adult Spelling Bees Are Officially a Thing

Philadelphians are gathering in bars to confront middle-school trauma, flex their vocabularies, and experience the thrill of being told they’ve done a good job.

Scout

Life & Style

Oh My Gourd! Main Line Pumpkins Will Dress Up Your Front Stoop for Fall

Give ’em pumpkin to talk about.

Life & Style

Change Your Stripes: All the Animal Prints We’re Loving This Season

Go get ’em, tiger.

Life & Style

This Bold West Philly Menswear Line Is Celebrating 10 Years in Style

Paratodo owner and designer Francis Young talks Paris men’s fashion week, his latest collection, and anniversary party plans.

Life & Style

70 Ways to Soak Up New England This Fall

From leaf peeping to glamping, here’s how to enjoy the best of the season.

Life & Style

Take a Peek Inside Eagles Linebacker Zack Baun’s West Chester Home

Interior designer Brittany Hakimfar of Far Studio had only one constraint: a tight timeline.