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Philly Goat Project’s fifth annual GOAToberFest fundraiser will return to Laurel Hill West Conservatory this weekend.
Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered.

Graveyard Cabaret returns for a spooky Philly night

Pictured are Willow Bethke, Rudy Caporaso and Marley Bingham.
REV Theatre Company is bringing its reimagined and interactive cabaret to the historic Christ Church Burial Ground for a one-night-only show just in time for the Halloween season.
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Man fatally shot by police on Benjamin Franklin Parkway identified

Philadelphia police identified William Austin, 60, as the man fatally shot by officers on Benjamin Franklin Parkway and released new details about the confrontation.
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The Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show will showcase three days of artistry, design and handmade discoveries.

PMA Craft Show celebrates 50 years of art, design and handmade finds

Philadelphia’s creative scene is about to have a major moment—the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show is set to bring three days of artistry, design and handmade discoveries to the PA Convention Center.
At Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, Mexican artist Ivette Chaires is bringing Día de los Muertos to life through a pair of special events inspired by her exhibition Viviendo a Través de la Muerte (Living Through Death).

Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Philadelphia this year

Looking to celebrate the Day of the Dead in Philly? We’ve got you covered on all things Día de los Muertos in the city.

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Academy of Natural Sciences supporters rally to push for reopening

Supporters of the Academy of Natural Sciences protest its planned closure on Sept. 8, 2026.

More than 600 people rallied virtually to save Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences as advocates push for reopening and explore the museum's future.

According to the state, PhilaPort supported more than 8,000 jobs and generated nearly $1.2 billion in economic output across Pennsylvania in 2025.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro announced an $837 million Port of Philadelphia expansion, including $371.5 million in state funding, expected to create more than 6,000 jobs.
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A 23-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Thursday morning in Port Richmond, police said.
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City Council Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore Richardson speaks about her proposal to regulate smoke shops Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, outside City Hall.
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Philly City Council will consider new zoning restrictions on smoke shops, including a 750-foot buffer around schools, parks and other tobacco retailers.
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Philadelphia Film Festival turns 35 with citywide celebration

The Philadelphia Film Festival is set to run Oct. 15 to 25.

The Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates its 35th anniversary Oct. 15-25 with film premieres, special guests, filmmaker Q&As and free screenings across the city.

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Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown for fall fun, local food and more

Flannel Fest returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with live entertainment and local food.

Philly Flannel Fest returns to Germantown's Braid Mill on Oct. 25 with live entertainment, seasonal drinks, local food and vendors celebrating Philly businesses.

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Manayunk Fall Guide: Festivals, haunted houses and Halloween fun

The second annual Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl returns this weekend.

Philadelphians looking to fill their fall schedules are in luck — Manayunk has plenty on the docket this time of year.

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Flyers' historic nightmare continues with embarrassing 2-1 loss to Detroit

Oct 15, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Red Wings center Nate Danielson (29) passes defended by Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim (6) in the second period at Little Caesars Arena.
Another disappointing loss only further puts pressure on the Flyers' front office to start making changes.
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Philadelphia 76ers forward Lebron James (23) during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
Sixers starters are expected to play into the second half vs. Boston, while the team shared injury updates on Adem Bona and Anfernee Simons ahead of the opener.
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Trea Turner (7) rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins during the fifth inning at loanDepot Park.
Trea Turner finds himself in uncharted waters, but will a new infield coach guide him to shore?
Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski.
Dave Dombrowski met with reporters to outline expectations ahead of the upcoming offseason.

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