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Winter Getaways: Where to Ski (and Snowboard) Near Philadelphia

Forget heading west — you don’t have to travel far from Philly to ski or snowboard. Black diamond trails, beginner hills, and après-ski experiences abound […]

Life & Style

14 Top-Notch Ski Resorts for Your Mountain Escape

Pack up the car and head for the slopes at one of these ski resorts, all within six hours of Philly. Pennsylvania Camelback Resort Poconos […]

Things to Do

Philly’s Arts Scene Is Heating Up. Here’s What to See, Read, and Hear This Winter

Whether you want to catch the latest Broadway show to visit Philly or simply dig into your next great read, ’tis the season for embracing […]

Food

Your Guide to Philly’s Best Greek Food

We all know by now that many of Philadelphia’s diners were owned by Greek immigrants. But they’ve never been the best place to actually find […]

Life & Style

Getaway: A Family-Friendly Winter Adventure in Frederick, Maryland

Historic mansions, antique shops, and a creekside winter spectacular await in this Maryland gem, just a three-hour drive from Philly. Day One Frederick might be […]

Food

Your Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Being Merry at Philly’s Christmas Village

Like pretty much everything crowded and Christmas-y this year, Christmas Village is back. There’s a Ferris wheel, there’s a double-decker carousel, and there’s (of course) […]

Life & Style

How Stephen Starr’s Borromini Came to Look So Damn Cool

If Stephen Starr had been looking for a sign to move forward with a plan to turn Rittenhouse’s then-shuttered Barnes & Noble into a restaurant, […]

Life & Style

Ardmore Is Buzzing Right Now. Here’s Where to Shop, Eat, and Play

The Main Line enclave of Ardmore has it all — walkability, accessibility to the city, and, of course, the popular Suburban Square retail and dining […]

Food

A Festive Guide to Philly’s Most Charming Tea Rooms

It’s getting colder and darker, and your day could use a little brightening. If you want to drink something warm in a place serving tiny […]

Be Well Philly

The Ultimate Guide to Ice Skating in and Around Philadelphia

Ice skating is a quintessential winter activity that’ll get your body moving — and see you having fun while you’re at it. We compiled a […]

Things to Do

From Scrooge to Sugar Plums: Holiday Performances in and Around Philly

Whether you’re planning a family outing over winter break or a twist on nostalgic tradition, the holidays always bring the heavy-hitters to the stage. All […]

Life & Style

Philly Museum Gift Shops That Just May Have the Perfect Present

For holiday shoppers struggling to decide what to buy, the gift shops of Philadelphia’s museums and unique cultural sites offer the chance to shop local […]

Life & Style

The 2025 Do-Good Gift Guide

Our annual roundup of Philly gifts that give back Keep reading at The Philadelphia Citizen.

Things to Do

Shop Hyper-Local With These Neighborhood Holiday Events

This holiday season, beginning with Small Business Saturday on November 29th, neighborhoods throughout the city are getting festive and highlighting their unique businesses with pop-up […]

Things to Do

The Best Places to See Holiday Lights Around Philadelphia

The holidays in Philly bring lots of sparkle, with traditions both old and new. Holiday lights start in late November, so you’ve got time to […]