Philadelphia magazine long reads
City Life

Philly Mag’s Favorite Long Reads of 2025

Beef bandits, billboard wars, an epic high school prom, and profiles of the biggest names in Philly — it’s our roundup of our favorite stories of 2025.


Things to Do

What’s Open on Christmas Day in Philly?

City Life

Youth Sports in Philadelphia Are Uneven — and the Gaps Are Growing

Be Well Philly

4 Philly Stretch Centers to Help You Loosen Up

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

Latest Stories

Be Well Philly

Woman Says She Was Impaled on SoulCycle Bike in Dismount Gone Wrong

Ouch.

Business

Philly Uber Drivers Get Behind Local Union

The company recently raised commission on some drivers.

Foobooz

Here Comes Another Good King Cider Dinner

Imported, domestic, and local ciders with some killer French food to pair.

Things to Do

Learn About “Sisters of the Stars” Under the Stars

Franklin Institute focuses on women astronomers

City Life

It’s Official: Little Pete’s Is Closing on Memorial Day

You’ll have to enjoy your final meal before May 29th.

Property

Bedecked in Bryn Mawr for $949K

This expansive Cape is made for outdoor living.


FEATURED STORIES

The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

The 150 Most Influential Philadelphians

Our celebration of the 150 most influential Philadelphians who have shaped where we’ve been and those who are determining our future

All Hail the Hoagie

All Hail the Hoagie

Our all-you-can-eat guide to the true king of Philadelphia sandwiches. 


Be Well Philly

This Goal-Setting Tweak Could Be Your Ticket to Lasting Weight Loss

And more healthy reads for your Monday!

Property

10 Hottest Suburban Philadelphia Towns

These 10 suburban towns are in a race to lure the next generation of residents.

Property

Is King of Prussia the New Promised Land?

KOP and the quest to make the suburbs hip.

City Life

This Man Is on a Mission to Make 10,000 Friends

I was his 644th.

City Life

Ralph Natale and the Decline of the Philly Mob

A new book offers a chilling glimpse into the dark heart of Philly Mafioso-in-exile.

Read More

An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

An Optimist’s Guide to Philadelphia

There are thousands of reasons to feel bullish about the future of our amazing city — all you have to do is look around.

Best of Philly 2025

Best of Philly 2025

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2025: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


City Life

Best Thing This Week: After Vandalism, a Stand Against Hate

In the wake of Jewish cemetery destruction, Philadelphians of all faiths embrace peace.

Neshaminy State Park
City

There’s a Pro-Trump Rally Tomorrow in the Suburbs

It’s at Neshaminy State Park.

Business

OPINION: How the State Senate Is Trying to Undermine Philly’s Pay-Equity Law

Reps. Sims and Bullock take a stand against SB241.

Foobooz

NoLibs and East Passyunk BYOBs Team Up for One Night

Jaxon is having Noord over for its birthday.

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