July 14, 2022

Inaugural Old City Wedding Stroll Says I Do at 45+ Participating Shops and Restaurants

July 14, 2022/ Old City District/ Lexie Fleege

Old City District showcases its fast growing wedding industry with the debut of the Old City Wedding Stroll on Wednesday, August 3rd, 2022 from 5:00-8:00pm. More than 45 locations will open their doors and offer consultations, demos, tastings, and tours. Couples looking to tie the knot are invited to visit Old City bridal and suit shops, venues, restaurants, and wedding services. Participating businesses include Shane Confectionery, Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti, The Olde Bar, Philly Bride, SuitShop, Amina, Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar, Fork, Panorama Wine Bar, Arch Enemy Arts, FringeArts, Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing, Kick Axe Throwing, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, Power Plant Productions, Art in the Age, Chick Invitations, Hitched, Fred Astaire Dance Studio, NE Flower Boutique and many others. All participants will be entered to win a Wedding Gift Basket valued at $1,000. The event is free to attend, but registration is required.

April 21, 2022

Aldo Lamberti Unveils New Positano Coast in Old City with Transformational Design by Pietro Del Vaglio

April 21, 2022/ Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti/ Kory Aversa

Aldo Lamberti and family unveil a complete overhaul and redesign of Positano Coast, located at 212 Walnut Street, in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia. One of Philadelphia's award-winning Italian and seafood restaurants and the Old City staple has now been renovated from top to bottom inside, with a renovation that spanned an entire pandemic and an ocean away in partnership with a world-renowned designer and the custom materials from Italy.

July 08, 2021

New Orleans' Famous World Of Wings Expands To Philadelphia

July 08, 2021/ Old City District/ Guest User

New Orleans’ famous World of Wings (WOW) will fly the coop and head north to Philadelphia this summer as the start of a major national expansion. Ballard Brands teams up with Garces restaurants for a new ghost kitchen that will operate out of The Olde Bar in Old City District. For Philly's wing lovers, this unique partnership is a win-win that combines the best of both worlds. Look for a menu of fresh (never frozen) wings, tenders and classic American snacks that showcase WOW's Southern signature sauces and made-from-scratch spice rubs, with new recipes and inspiration from Iron Chef Jose Garces and his culinary team. For the starting menu, look for signature sauces like WOW's world-famous ranch dipping sauce, snacks like Vermont White Cheddar Mac and Cheese, and loaded Shanghai tater tots.

February 12, 2021

Old City District Presents 25 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day: Shop, Dine, Stay Over

February 12, 2021/ Old City District/ Guest User

Show your love for the ones you love and Old City businesses this Valentine’s Day! Old City businesses are offering virtual and in-person experiences, shopping deals, one-of-a-kind gift ideas, and unique dining options. There are many ways to celebrate your sweetheart and support local businesses this Valentine’s Day weekend, February 12-14, 2021. Be sure to check with the businesses before your visit, wear a mask, keep your physical distance, and follow all federal and local safety guidelines and protocols.

December 09, 2020

Philadelphia Restaurants Offer Christmas Dinner, Seven Fishes & Hanukkah Meals to Go

December 09, 2020/ The Olde Bar / Guest User

After a record-breaking Thanksgiving (to-go), restaurants in Philadelphia and the suburbs are gearing up for a record Christmas Eve/ Day with Hanukkah, Seven Fish specials, meal kits, pre-orders, outdoor dining, baked goods and other things. Below, please find meals to go, kits and Christmas-food specials from 30+ of our restaurant and neighborhood clients.

November 13, 2020

Historic Holidays Return to Old City with Tree Lighting, Menorah, and Small Business Saturday

November 13, 2020/ Old City District/ Guest User

Historic Holidays return to Old City from Small Business Saturday, on Saturday, November 28th through New Year's Eve, on Thursday, December 31st. Festivities will kick-off on Small Business Saturday with the debut of a brand-new holiday tradition, Old City's Window Decorating Contest at 16+ small businesses located around the historic streets of Old City. For those shopping for everyone on Santa's lists, look for Small Business Saturday deals at retailers and boutiques throughout the neighborhood. On Sunday, November 29th, support your local non-profit museums by shopping during Museum Store Sunday at Independence Seaport Museum, National Constitution Center and the National Museum of American Jewish History.

September 03, 2020

Top 40 Restaurants for Indoor Dining in Philadelphia and New Jersey

September 03, 2020/ Aversa PR/ Guest User

Philadelphia and New Jersey top restaurants will return to indoor dining starting this Friday in New Jersey and Tuesday in Philadelphia. Below please find a list of our direct clients, as well as restaurants in Old City District and Northern Liberties, along with their indoor dining dates, estimated seat counts and general information.

May 04, 2020

Philadelphia Guide to Mother's Day: Top Gifts, Special Menus, Delivery Restaurants

May 04, 2020/ Kory Aversa

For Mother’s Day this year, Philadelphia and suburb restaurants, eateries, gift shops and retailers are offering unique and creative ways to celebrate Mom while we all practice social distancing. From Stove and Tap in Lansdale to Steven Singer Jewelers on Jewelers Row, from Hawthornes in South Philly to gifts in Old City District, there’s something for Mom’s of every age, taste and style. Better yet, everywhere below either offers delivery or contactless pick-up. Read on for a list from Cry Baby Pasta, Stove and Tap, Old City District, Steven Singer Jewelers, The Bourse and many more.

June 13, 2019

4th Annual Old City Eats Kicks Off 2nd Street Block Party on June 20th, Eats Returns to 50 Restaurants Every Thursday This Summer

June 13, 2019/ Alex Swanson

Old City District showcases its thriving dining scene with the return of Old City Eats! Old City Eats kicks off on Thursday, June 20, 2019, with an outdoor Block Party on 2nd Street, between Market and Chestnut, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. The outdoor Old City Eats Block Party will feature 20+ Old City Eats restaurant and bar participants.

December 05, 2018

"Historic Holidays Return to Old City" Festivities Begin on Small Business Saturday and Run Through the New Year

December 05, 2018/ Alex Swanson

Celebrate the season in America’s most historic square mile with Historic Holidays in Old City!

Festivities kick off on Small Business Saturday, November 24, with the launch of the brand new Old City Holiday Market, presented by Fezziwig’s Sweet Shoppe! The pop-up Holiday Market, organized by local businesses and located at The Clay Studio’s parking lot (137-139 N. 2nd Street), will feature trees, wreaths, and other holiday greenery by Petit Jardin en Ville, one-of-a-kind gifts from some of Old City’s shops and galleries, and seasonal sips and bites from local restaurants!