PHILADELPHIA, September 8, 2026 — Philadelphia has spent the first half of the year celebrating America’s 250th in a way only the birthplace of the nation can, drawing national attention from The New York Times, The Washington Post, Travel + Leisure, Condé …
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 26, 2026 – Trailblazing women have played a pivotal role in Philadelphia’s history since its founding. Their sacrifices, hard work and vision helped make the city what it is today. History makers and heroines such as Esther de Berdt Reed …
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 19, 2026 – As Philadelphia bids farewell to an unforgettable summer, the celebration is far from over. This upcoming Labor Day Weekend, there are plenty of ways to keep the summer spirit going, with festivities for all ages happening …
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 6, 2026 – Book lovers don’t have to cross the Atlantic to feel like they’ve stepped inside the pages of a novel. From Gothic libraries and hidden gardens to literary-themed hotels and historic speakeasies, Greater Philadelphia offers …
PHILADELPHIA, July 8, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia today launched the public pilot of the Path to Democracy, inviting residents and visitors to help shape a new permanent way to experience American democracy in the city where it began. As Philadelphia marks …
PHILADELPHIA, July 8, 2026 – Baseball’s roots run deeper than a Kyle Schwarber home run, with the city’s first known amateur club suiting up in 1831. The modern-day game took hold in 1860 when the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia – known as the …
PHILADELPHIA, June 24, 2026 – America’s 250th anniversary is an opportunity to reconnect with the nation’s history in the city where it all began. Named the Most Walkable City to Visit in the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the fourth …
PHILADELPHIA, June 18, 2026 – This year, we’re celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States. It also marks the 100th anniversary of the first national observance of Black history, initiated by Dr. Carter G. Woodson and the Association for the Study …
PHILADELPHIA, June 9, 2026 – Summer is here, school’s out, and the season of sunshine is officially in full swing. For families, friends and visitors looking to make the most of the warmer months without breaking their budgets, Philadelphia offers a …
PHILADELPHIA, June 1, 2026 – As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the Philly Pride Visitor Center and the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center today launched the inaugural Pride Passport. Developed by Visit Philadelphia as part of its …
PHILADELPHIA, May 29, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia today announced a new public pop-up installation opening this June at Fashion District Philadelphia, inviting locals and visitors to share their handwritten love letters to the city. Located near the entrance …
PHILADELPHIA, May 27, 2026 – Philadelphia jumps into the national spotlight during FIFA World Cup, as the city hosts the world’s most popular sporting event, with six can’t-miss matches at Lincoln Financial Field from June 14, 2026, through July 4, 2026. …
PHILADELPHIA, May 13, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia is celebrating three decades of elevating Greater Philadelphia’s global profile and helping grow a thriving tourism and hospitality industry in partnership with the City of Philadelphia and stakeholders …
PHILADELPHIA, May 11, 2026 – There is much debate about where and when the game of golf first gained popularity in the United States. Founding Father Benjamin Rush – a proud Philadelphian, signer of the Declaration of Independence and America’s most …
PHILADELPHIA, May 11, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia today announced The Spirit of ’76: Philadelphia Cocktail Trail, a new citywide hospitality program featuring original cocktails and mocktails at more than 30 hotels across the city, inspired by ingredients …
PHILADELPHIA, May 4, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia today unveiled its AAPI Heritage Month campaign, “We Are the Pluribus and We Are the Unum,” celebrating the cultures, identities and lived experiences that shape the region’s Asian American and Pacific …
PHILADELPHIA, April 16, 2026 – Back for its ninth year, Philly Theatre Week (April 23–May 3) brings an expansive list of dazzling performances to the 11-day festival line-up. The stages are set for show-stopping performances, like the award-winning 1776 …
PHILADELPHIA, April 7, 2026 – The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau (PHLCVB) and Visit Philadelphia hosted their joint 2026 Tourism Outlook event today at the National Constitution Center, spotlighting what’s next for Philadelphia’s tourism and …
PHILADELPHIA, April 10, 2026 – Philadelphia has 166 miles of open-space pathways, hiking trails and bike routes waiting to be explored and traversed by wandering adventure seekers. These multi-use trails connect neighborhoods while offering spectacular …
PHILADELPHIA, March 31, 2026 – Visit Philadelphia and TED will present TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. In honor of America’s 250th birthday, the event centers …
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