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Best of Philly 2026

Our rigorously reported, painstakingly curated, confidently opinionated, up-to-the-moment guide to the best things to eat, drink, do, shop, and experience in this city and the ’burbs right now.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
City Life

Meet the Philly Woman Cited for “Vandalizing” Independence Mall

Philadelphia buried in the haze of the Canadian wildfire smoke on Thursday, January 16, 2026
City Life

Cough, Cough: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Reaches Philly

ai stole music makeshift hammer
City Life

AI Bots Stole My Music

Latest Stories

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.

Restaurants

How 1906 at Longwood Gardens Grows Its Menu

When your pantry is Longwood Gardens, the secret to the menu is knowing exactly what’s ripe for the picking.

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Philadelphia Wedding

Honeymoons: Have One Epic Escape in the Scottish Highlands

The Fife Arms, in Braemar, is straight out of a storybook.

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.

Be Well Philly

Meet the First Five Semifinalists of the 2026 Health Hero Challenge

Get to know their selected charities and what motivates them to help others.

Fergus "Fergie" Carey pours a Guinness on opening night at the Monto (Lisa Schaffer Photography)
Restaurants

Old City’s Newest Restaurant Is Suddenly Without a Chef or a Menu

Anybody want to run the kitchen at the Monto?


FEATURED STORIES

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly


Restaurants

From the Yangtze to KOP: Inside Peter Chang’s New Restaurant

The man who has cooked for presidents is now serving up all your Chinese food fantasies in the Philly ’burbs.

Mike Cirigliano, aka Penn's Dr. Mike, who tells us all about deer ticks and Lyme disease
Be Well Philly

Ask Dr. Mike: How Scared Should We Be of Ticks?

Deer ticks are thriving and Lyme disease is on the rise. Dr. Mike explains what to watch for — and what to do if you get bitten.

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

I Tried 250 Philly Restaurants for America’s Birthday. Here’s What I learned

Decades after running Philadelphia magazine, our former editor goes on a 250-stop mission to see just how much the dining scene has changed.

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

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

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

From the World Cup and MLB All-Star Game to kayak flotillas, lighthouse climbs, and revolutionary adventures, here’s how to make the most of Philadelphia’s once-in-250-years summer.

Best of Philly 2026

Best of Philly 2026

Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2026: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.


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Life & Style

Sick of Doomscrolling? Try an Analog Bag Instead

This functional catch-all holds items chosen to keep you occupied by anything but your phone — crafts, books, toys, and games.

Be Well Philly

9 Swimming Holes Near Philadelphia

Escape the humidity in these natural swimming spots not too far from the city.

Things to Do

Insider Tips for Philly’s Biggest Landmarks

Expert hacks for the things everyone is trying to see (or should try to see) this summer

Things to Do

The Savvy Local’s Guide to Touristy Philadelphia

How to do it all. But smarter.

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