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The iconic feathered showgirl was born amid the chaos of the first world war, when the wealthy, global French superstar Gaby Deslys entertained Parisians and Allied soldiers in a 1917 show called …

It’s easy to celebrate Red October in the city with these special treats, eats and viewing opportunities. Here are a few fun ways to commemorate and watch the Phillies in the postseason. Hard Rock …

National Pierogi Day is next week, and one local eatery is turning it into a gourmet experience. Little Walter’s is partnering up with neighboring winery Pray Tell Wines for a six-course pierogi …

When American artist Dorothea Tanning painted “Birthday” in 1942, she announced her arrival – an artistic birth, as she later described it — into the surrealist movement. Surrealism is an …

Forget the tricks — this fall, Philly is packed with treats for all ages. From glow-in-the-dark underwater pumpkins to goats in costume, here are the can't-miss fall activities for families …

Note, due to weather, this event has been postponed to the spring.  Sunday, Oct. 12 marks the return of the Northern Liberties Fall Festival, and as you can imagine, the day will be packed with …

Roxborough is ready to embrace the colors and excitement of autumn with the 13th Annual Roxtoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 5 p.m. The beloved neighborhood street festival will take over …

Looking for some fun and unique things to do in Philly this weekend? We’ve got you covered. Chestnut Hill’s Night of Lights Chestnut Hill is lighting up this fall with the return of their annual …

It’s the 26th anniversary of the Philadelphia Open Studio Tours (POST) and to celebrate, its creative community is planning an artistic journey you won’t want to miss. POST is a program of The …

The seasons are changing and that means that leaf peeping season is finally here. To experience every ounce of outdoor beauty that the fall brings, here are some of the best spots for foliage in …

For the fourth straight year in a row, the Philadelphia Phillies are heading to the playoffs as Red October skies begin to settle over the city. Ahead of the team's return to the postseason, The …

Grab a pint, have a seat, and get ready for Inis Nua Theatre Company’s kick-off to its 2025-2026 season with the U.S. premiere of 'Why I Stuck a Flare Up My Arse for England.' The Edinburgh Fringe …

Those looking to spend the spooky season by the beach are in luck — Harry’s Boo Bar has taken over the popular seaside locale for the holiday. Harry’s Bar and Grille is popular in the summer, …

Every year, Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary sets out to become a completely immersive haunted experience, but they’ve also added some new and improved visitor features in 2025 to …

As October arrives, Mural Arts Philadelphia begins its annual Mural Arts Month celebration. The theme of this year's festivities is titled ‘Voices of Philly’ and centers on honoring the voices …

The recent death of Robert Redford was a reminder of just how much 'All the President’s Men' unsettled old certainties about American democracy. An exposé of the Watergate scandal of 1972 (when …

The Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will present the fall edition of Dine Latino Restaurant Week from Oct. 12 to 18, coinciding with Hispanic Heritage Month. The event invites …

In January 2011, Ellen Greenberg was found dead in her Manayunk apartment. She was stabbed 20 times. More than a decade later, her family is still fighting for answers. At the time, a Philadelphia …

The Philadelphia Orchestra will send a group of 10 musicians to China this fall, continuing a partnership with Chinese audiences that dates back more than 50 years. The ensemble will travel from Oct. …

Macabre fans, this one’s for you. The Edgar Allan Poe speakeasy is setting its sights on The Fallser Club in East Falls this year, and will pop up at the venue from Oct. 9 to 11. The 21+ experience …

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