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The First Act of the Philadelphia Zoo’s Summer Finale? A French Musician Who Sings to Animals

Plumes, the French musician who has gone viral for serenading animals around the world, kicks off the zoo’s end-of-summer lineup.


New Philadelphia Mural Arts head Emily Mello, who takes over from Jane Golden
City Life

Meet New Mural Arts Leader Emily Mello

Be Well Philly

Upgrade Your Pilates Practice With These Philly-Made Exercise Cards

Restaurants

What Philly Bartenders Will Do for a Bottle of Chartreuse

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Philadelphia Wedding

4 Philly Culinary Experiences for Your Pre-Wedding Festivities

From cake decorating to pasta-making, these ideas are all in good taste.

City Life

Appointment Walking Is the New Hang

Group tours are no longer just for tourists.

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Restaurants

So What Exactly Is This Pay-What-You-Can Dinner Thing?

Every Sunday, Post Haste ditches the fixed-price menu to make dining accessible to everyone.

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Be Well Philly

I Tried It: A Virtual Eye Exam

It was odd and time-consuming, but can serve a valuable purpose.

Things to Do

The Best Things You Can Possibly Do in Philly This Week

This week in Philly: the Philadelphia Folk Festival, ice cream galore at Reading Terminal Market, cultural celebrations on the waterfront, dine with us at Longwood Gardens, and more.

Things to Do

10 Can’t-Miss Works at “A Nation of Artists”

The sprawling exhibition spans nearly 1,000 works across two museums. We asked its curators where you should start.


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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


City Life

Philly’s Neighborhood Pharmacies Might Just Save Us. Can We Save Them?

Independent drugstores are filling the gaps left by struggling chains, even as financial pressures put their own futures in jeopardy.

Be Well Philly

Could Philly See Another Measles Outbreak?

As cases surge nationwide, Philly has confirmed none so far — a stark difference from the city’s major outbreak 30 years ago. Are we more prepared this time around?

Philadelphia Wedding

A “Flowerina” Was Just One of the Showstopping Elements of This Wedding at The Lucy

The couple wanted their Big Day to have a quietly luxurious vibe.

The Philadelphia Citizen

Gov. Shapiro’s FY27 Budget, By the Numbers

A detailed breakdown of how much of each Pennsylvanian’s money Shapiro and the state legislature will use next year

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Restaurants

Philly’s Favorite Bar Owner Talks the Perfect Pour and Hating Bar TVs

The irascible Fergie Carey also has some choice words for It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, New Orleans, and city officials.

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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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Best of Philly Spotlight: Kids’ Classes

The coolest classes in Philly for future grown-ups, right now

Life & Style

Go on a Treasure Hunt at These Philly Markets

Find everything from vintage apparel to statement art.

Be Well Philly

Can These Penn Docs Keep Breast Cancer From Coming Back?

Thirty percent of all breast cancer patients experience a potentially deadly recurrence. Scientists at Penn are finding ways to prevent dormant cells from waking up.

The Philadelphia Citizen

Mayor Parker’s FY27 Budget, By the Numbers

A breakdown per person of how the Mayor and City Council will use your money over the next year

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