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Philadelphia City Hall at night with the Christmas tree lit up

Christmas in Philadelphia 2026: Every Holiday Market, Light Show and Rink (With Dates)

October 30, 2026 by Wayne

Every 2026 Philly holiday market, light show and ice rink with dates, plus the parade, Deck the Alley and three day trips worth the drive. And which nights to skip.

The Wanamaker Organ in the Grand Court of the Wanamaker Building, Philadelphia

The Wanamaker Light Show Isn’t Happening This Year. Here’s Where to Go Instead

October 30, 2026 by Wayne

The Wanamaker Light Show is off for 2026 and 2027 while the building is renovated. Here are six places to go instead this holiday season.

The Philadelphia skyline

The Best Things to Do in Philadelphia: A Local’s List of 15 You Shouldn’t Skip

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

From the Liberty Bell to the Wissahickon, here are the 15 things in Philadelphia we’d send any friend to first, with addresses and local tips for each.

Pat's King of Steaks at 9th and Passyunk

The 12 Best Cheesesteaks in Philly (And How to Order Like a Local)

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

Pat’s or Geno’s? Neither, says half the city. Here are the 12 Philly cheesesteaks worth the trip, from South Philly legends to neighborhood corner shops, plus how to order without getting yelled at.

Rittenhouse Square in the fall

Where to Stay in Philadelphia: The Best Neighborhoods for Every Kind of Trip

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

Old City, Rittenhouse, Fishtown or University City? Here’s how to pick the right Philadelphia neighborhood for your trip, with hotels we’d actually book in each.

Reading Terminal Market

13 Philly Foods You Have to Try (That Aren’t a Cheesesteak)

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

Roast pork, tomato pie, water ice, soft pretzels and more: the Philly foods locals actually eat, and the real places to try each one.

Fishtown

10 Philly Neighborhoods Where Locals Actually Hang Out

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods. Here are 10 worth getting to know, from Fishtown and East Passyunk to Manayunk and Chestnut Hill, and what to do in each.

Carpenters' Hall in Old City

12 Philadelphia Historic Sites That Go Way Beyond the Liberty Bell

October 30, 2026October 29, 2026 by Wayne

Philadelphia has far more history than one cracked bell. Here are 12 historic sites worth your time, from Carpenters’ Hall and Christ Church to Fort Mifflin and Cliveden.

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  • Philadelphia City Hall at night with the Christmas tree lit up
    Christmas in Philadelphia 2026: Every Holiday Market, Light Show and Rink (With Dates)
  • The Wanamaker Organ in the Grand Court of the Wanamaker Building, Philadelphia
    The Wanamaker Light Show Isn’t Happening This Year. Here’s Where to Go Instead
  • Fishtown
    10 Philly Neighborhoods Where Locals Actually Hang Out
  • Reading Terminal Market
    13 Philly Foods You Have to Try (That Aren’t a Cheesesteak)
  • Rittenhouse Square in the fall
    Where to Stay in Philadelphia: The Best Neighborhoods for Every Kind of Trip

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