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2 days ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Go ahead and strut Philly. For the the third year in a row, Philadelphia has been named the Most Walkable City in the U.S. by the 2025 USA Today 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards. Philly beat out top contenders like New York, Boston, and Chicago. When it comes to foot-friendly city life –it’s no secret– we do it best! Whether you’re power-walking to work, strolling to your favorite coffee shop, or wandering aimlessly through Old City on a Sunday afternoon, this makes every step fee like a vibe.
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4 days ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Starting June 24 through August 14, Center City District is launching a new initiative called Let’s Do Lunch. Indeed, it’s the perfect excuse to step away from your inbox and gather your coworkers (or your bestie) for a proper midday meal. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, restaurants all across Center City will be serving up two-course lunch deals for just $30 for two people.
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5 days ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Summer is here and so is the first heat wave of the season. For the first time in over a decade, the city’s temperature has cracked 100°F, breaking a heat record that’s been standing since July 2012. According to the National Weather Service, today’s brutal spike marks the start of a dangerous and sustained heat weave expected to last through much of the week. What’s happening with the weather?
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5 days ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
When you're in the mood for everyone's favorite cheesy and saucy combo, these 7 places in Philadelphia offer up some spectacular pizza.
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1 week ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Philadelphia knows how to show up for culture, freedom, and joy, and Juneteenth weekend is no exception. From historic sites to vibrant street festival, the city and its surrounding communities are packed with ways to hone the day Black American in Galveston, Texas finally learned they were free – two and half years after the Emancipation Proclamation.
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1 week ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
This weekend all roads lead to Manayunk. The 36th annual Manayunk Art Festival returns Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22, 2025 with over 300 mixed media artists from across the nation. Hundreds of artists, collectors, and buyers will flock to Main Street to showcase an array of unique art forms. What began in 1990 has grown to attract over five million attendees since its inception, becoming the largest outdoor arts festival in all of Pennsylvania.
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1 week ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Just outside of Philadelphia, in the quiet town of Douglassville, sits Brinton Lodge. This colonial-era estate carries an eerie charm and a backstory full of intrigue, scandal, and spirits. If you’re into ghost stories, hidden bars, and historic architecture, this one’s calling your name. What is Brinton Lodge? Brinton Lodge is a centuries-old estate originally built as a private residence. Over the years, it’s a worn many hats.
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1 week ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Philly, start your engines, Center City just hit a new gear. F1 Arcade Philadelphia has officially opened at 1330 Chestnut Street, introducing a high-octane playground where racing, design, dining, and nightlife collide. This isn’t just a new bar or game spot, it’s an immersive Formula 1® social racing experience you won’t find anywhere else.
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1 week ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
This June, the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Philadelphia starts early, thanks to a slate of citywide community events curated by Philadelphia Soccer 2026, the local nonprofit and Host Committee responsible for bringing the exhilarating games to life in our city. From trivia nights and beer specials to soccer watch parties that double as cultural happenings, FIFA Club World Cup 25™ events are taking over some of Philly’s most beloved bars and venues.
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2 weeks ago | 
secretphiladelphia.co | Erryn Howard
Philadelphia’s bar scene just got another reason to raise a glass! Tucked away in the heart of Kensington, Meetinghouse has officially been named one of Esquire’s Best Bars in America for 2025. This year’s Esquire list is more exclusive than ever, highlighting only 15 bars nationwide -a sharp drop from the 42 named in 2024- making Meetinghouse’s inclusion even more impressive. It’s a subtle, unpretentious neighborhood spot that has earned national praise for doing everything just right.
