A longtime Philadelphia resident left the city for good in 2025. After months of delays due to weather conditions, the SS United States sailed away from its home on the …
April 2026
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Transportation
Philly airport expects 5% more flyers during holiday season than last year
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsHoliday travelers should buckle up for congestion on the roadways and in the airports because the busiest travel time of the year is expected to be even busier than usual. …
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Food & Restaurants
West Chester tasting room to release commemorative wines for America’s 250th birthday
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsEach of America's milestone birthdays has inspired a cottage industry of collectibles, from commemorative coins to themed beer cans. A West Chester tasting room is getting in on the action …
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Food & Restaurants
Spring market with 50 local vendors coming to Fishtown on April 18
by myphillyconnection 2 viewsMarkets Spring Provided Courtesy/Now + Then Marketplace Attendees browse vintage clothing, handmade goods and local artwork at a Now + Then Market featuring small businesses and independent vendors. Spring markets …
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Food & Restaurants
Love City Brewing and Sophie’s BBQ to team up for new Manayunk spot that’s slated to open this spring
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsLove City Brewing has selected Sophie’s BBQ, a Havertown favorite, as the food partner for its Manayunk location that's planning to open later this spring. Sophie’s BBQ will operate a …
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Food & Restaurants
Now serving brunch, dancerobot draws inspiration from Japanese roots and an old Philly diner
by myphillyconnection 4 viewsWhen crafting their brunch menu, the team at dancerobot knew they wanted push the boundaries. Acclaimed chefs and co-owners Jesse Ito and Justin Bacharach began serving the midday meal at …
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Philly EventsYear 2026 Events
Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival will bring 70+ food trucks and vendors to Main Street this month
by myphillyconnection 6 viewsFestivals Food One of the biggest food events of the spring is coming back to Manayunk. The StrEAT Food Festival returns Sunday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., …
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Philly EventsYear 2026 Events
Shakira is coming to Atlantic City with a July show at Boardwalk Hall
by myphillyconnection 14 viewsConcerts Shakira Shakira is adding an Atlantic City stop to her current world tour, with a show set for Saturday, July 25 at Boardwalk Hall. The performance is part of …
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Philly EventsYear 2026 Events
On Stage in April: Philly Theatre Week, ‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘Shucked’
by myphillyconnection 4 viewsPerformances Theater In April, Philadelphia theaters are looking back with a number of history-themed plays and musicals. The month kicks off at the Academy of Music with "The Sound of …
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Philly EventsYear 2026 Events
Ocean City’s Easter weekend is packed with free events for families
by myphillyconnection 3 viewsEaster Family-Friendly Ocean City will host a weekend of free Easter events on April 4 and 5, with activities taking place on the Boardwalk and in the downtown shopping district. …