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The Center City District (CCD) and Central Philadelphia Development Corporation (CPDC) share a common mission: to enhance the vitality of Center City Philadelphia as a thriving 24-hour downtown and a great place to live, work or have fun. The Central Philadelphia Transportation Management Association (CPTMA) works to make travel within Center City efficient, reliable, pleasant and safe. Home to…
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09/06/2026

One week until West Walnut is car-free! Shop, dine and stroll during Open Streets: West Walnut on Sundays from September 13 through October 25. 🚶‍♀️🚶

Clean sidewalks don't happen by accident! Our team employs over 100 sidewalk cleaners who cover more than 233 blocks thr...
09/05/2026

Clean sidewalks don't happen by accident!

Our team employs over 100 sidewalk cleaners who cover more than 233 blocks throughout Center City, with each block receiving attention three times a day.

This daily dedication helps create the clean, safe and inviting downtown that makes Center City such a special place to live, work and visit.

This weekend, the Made in Philadelphia Market is back at Dilworth Park! Join us to explore a diverse lineup of over 50 l...
09/04/2026

This weekend, the Made in Philadelphia Market is back at Dilworth Park! Join us to explore a diverse lineup of over 50 local artisans showcasing their handmade goods, including jewelry, clothing, home essentials, skincare products, pet supplies, and more. Come out and support these unique entrepreneurs!

For the complete list of vendors, check the link in the comments.

09/04/2026

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Looking for plans this holiday weekend? Enjoy Labor Day weekend in ! See below for things to do downtown.ALOK at Kimmel...
09/03/2026

Looking for plans this holiday weekend? Enjoy Labor Day weekend in ! See below for things to do downtown.

ALOK at Kimmel Center | September 4 Ensemble Arts Philly
CityPickle in Dilworth Park | Open daily
First Friday at Barnes Foundation | September 4
Made in Philadelphia Market | September 4-6 Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition at The Franklin Institute | Open through September 7

September in Center City features amazing performances on stage! Step outside, explore the neighborhood and enjoy a show...
09/01/2026

September in Center City features amazing performances on stage! Step outside, explore the neighborhood and enjoy a show that makes your evening unforgettable.

🏙️ ALOK | Perelman Theater | Sep 4
🌇 Shoshana Bean | Miller Theater | Sep 16
🏙️ Sasha Velour | Miller Theater | Sep 17
🌇Summer, 1976 | Lantern Theater | Sep 10-Oct 11
🏙️ Free Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest | Kimmel Center | Sept 19
🌇 Yannick Leads Bernstein and Brahms | Marian Anderson Hall | Sep 25-27
🏙️ The Addams Family The Musical | Walnut Street Theatre | Sep 22 - Nov 1
🌇 Horsegirl & Cowdaddy | | Sep 22- Oct 4
🏙️Mamma Mia | Academy of Music | Sep 29-Oct 4 Ensemble Arts Philly

Revisit 1876 is open at the historic Lits Building on 8th and Market! This free exhibition recreates Philadelphia's grou...
09/01/2026

Revisit 1876 is open at the historic Lits Building on 8th and Market! This free exhibition recreates Philadelphia's groundbreaking World's Fair, where millions marveled at new inventions and experiences. But it also tells the fuller story of Frederick Douglass, women fighting for inclusion, and workers organizing for change.

Discover how this moment shaped our rowhouse neighborhoods, transportation, and tourism industry.

Within a year of the University of the Arts closing, new owners acquired all nine vacant properties, each proposing inno...
08/31/2026

Within a year of the University of the Arts closing, new owners acquired all nine vacant properties, each proposing innovative plans for the buildings. Philadelphia's institutions and development community stepped in, turning what could have become a lasting void into an opportunity for reinvestment and renewal.

To learn more about the transformation taking place on South Broad Street, read the latest edition of Center City Insight by following the link in the comments.

What's happening this week at ? See below for this week's lineup in the heart of . 👇🍸 Happy Hour at the Patio | M-F | ...
08/31/2026

What's happening this week at ? See below for this week's lineup in the heart of . 👇

🍸 Happy Hour at the Patio | M-F | 5-7 p.m. | Enjoy food and drink specials after work at the Patio. Hornitos Tequila Truly Hard Seltzer
💪 Center City Fit presented by Rothman Orthopaedics | Tuesday | 6-7 p.m. | Keep it groovin' with free Zumba® classes for all skill levels led by professional trainers from City Fitness.
🛍️ Made in Philadelphia Market | F-Sun. | Beginning at noon | A diverse lineup of 50+ local artisans will showcase handmade jewelry, clothing, home goods, skin care, pet supplies and more. Come out and support these one-of-a-kind entrepreneurs. Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Fall is almost here, and Dilworth Park is ready! Free Zumba® classes courtesy of Rothman Orthopaedics every Tuesday at 6...
08/29/2026

Fall is almost here, and Dilworth Park is ready!

Free Zumba® classes courtesy of Rothman Orthopaedics every Tuesday at 6 p.m. through October, pickleball courts by CityPickle, the Made in Philadelphia Market, and a special performance from Philadelphia Ballet are just some of the ways to enjoy the park this season.

Check out the full schedule of events through the link in the comments.

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