holidays
Your Guide to the Only-in-Philly Sights at the Thanksgiving Day Parade
Philadelphia’s Thanksgiving parade might not be the biggest of its kind (that’s New York) or the most famous (also New York), but it is the […]
There’s a Giant Ferris Wheel Coming to City Hall for the Holidays
This year, Philly is really spreading (out) the holiday cheer. For the first time ever, the city’s beloved Christmas Village will extend beyond LOVE Park […]
Where to Buy Local, Organic, and Free-Range Turkeys in Philly for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is coming up soon! Make sure you’re prepared to wow your friends and family with a bird that tastes as good as it looks. […]
What Do You Think: Should Philly Still Celebrate Columbus Day?
Right about this time most years here at Philly Mag, somebody publishes an op-ed about Christopher Columbus, hero explorer to some, mass murderer to others. […]
Don’t Get Spooked by This South Philly Halloween Decor
You know how they say less is more? Well, enough with all of those over-the-top, baroque Halloween displays bursting with stage lighting, fake spider webs, ornately […]
The Zoo Will Turn Into a Magical Holiday Lights Wonderland in November
The Philadelphia Zoo has been crushing it lately. If the goal was to take it from a popular spot for tots in strollers and turn it […]
Fourth of July Fireworks and Celebrations Around Philadelphia
Your 2019 guide to the best Independence Day firework shows and parties in the Philly area. Philadelphia Fireworks and Fourth of July Events Wawa Welcome […]
Juneteenth Is About to Become an Official State Holiday
Wednesday marks the 154th anniversary of Juneteenth, the oldest known celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S. And this year, Gov. Tom Wolf will to sign legislation […]
20 Things to Do Around Philadelphia on Valentine’s Day
BAKE Valentine’s Day S’mores Making Party Head to the historic Old City sweets shop Shane Confectionery for a two-hour s’more making party. You’ll have your […]
10 Places to Try Partner Yoga Around Philly This Valentine’s Day
It’s February already, and for those of you in relationships, that means the inevitable question: “What do you want to do for Valentine’s Day, honey?” […]
Here Are All the Best Gritty Ornaments We Could Find
This was a special year for Christmas in Philadelphia, because this was the first year many of our Christmas trees were graced with little Gritties. […]
A Tinder Match Just Resulted In The Most Adorable Christmas Village Proposal
As another year inevitably winds down, the number of marriage proposals inevitably ratchets up. (One scroll through your Instagram or Facebook feed and you’ll see […]
Who Stole Jesus, Mary, and Joseph From This South Philly Nativity Scene?
It’s (almost) a Christmas tragedy: Baby Jesus, Mary and Joseph vanished briefly from a South Philly nativity scene this weekend. Police say a man was […]
This Is the Best Way to See the Holiday Lights in South Philly
Let’s face it: Trying to sightsee around the holiday season can be, well, a lot. Between the large packs of locals and tourists clogging up […]
The Best Health Gifts of 2018, According to Philly Fitness Pros
When it comes to fitness stuff, shopping isn’t easy. While something may look good, function is just as — if not more! — important. That’s why we […]