If you want guaranteed vibes on Halloween week, and not lines and guesswork, check out four of our top picks across the city.

Philadelphia doesn’t just do Halloween, it decorates every corner and mixes it with smoke, neon, and a healthy line outside the door. Here’s a smart, walkable way to turn the city’s most photogenic pop-ups and bars into a crawl that feels festive instead of frantic.

Philadelphia does spooky season with extra flair. Walk a few blocks in Center City or Old City and you will pass skeletons hanging from ceilings, neon cobwebs, and cocktail lists that bubble and smoke. This year’s Halloween takeovers run the spectrum from circus-y creepy beer gardens to sky-high lounges, with a handful of immersive shows that turn your drink order into part of the plot.

Walk down Wolf Street and you can’t miss the Bomb Bomb neon buzzing like it never left. Inside, it’s the South Philly time warp you want, with bartenders who actually look you in the eye, couples sharing plates, a little sports-bar hum up front, and in the back, a seafood spread that feels like a family feast.

You don’t need a $22 price tag to get a chilled stem, a proper garnish, and a room with some romance. If you time your stops (hello, happy hour) and know where to land, you can sip classic, dirty, and espresso martinis for $15 or less.

Below, two easy routes with specific windows, plus what to order and how each spot scores on the three things that actually matter: glassware, garnish game, and vibe.

Most happy hours surrender at six. Not these. From whiskey sours under neon to midnight margs and slice-night steals, here’s where Philadelphia keeps the party priced right after prime time.

When you don’t want to leave dinner behind but aren’t quite ready for just a coffee, Philadelphia’s cocktail and dessert culture collide in some amazing and indulgent ways. Open your mind to creamy sips, chocolate drizzles, sweet liqueurs, and presentation moments that feel like dessert on their own. Here are bars and restaurants where after-dinner drinks straddle the line between cocktail and dessert perfectly.

If you want to take your night out to another level – skip the lines, have plush seats, and pop bottles without a worry, you know the drill—Philadelphia has some nightclubs that deliver top-tier VIP and bottle service. Below are venues worth knowing, what makes them special, and tips to get the most out of your VIP experience.

Philadelphia has always been a sports town. Eagles chants echo through subway cars, Flyers jerseys show up in line at Wawa, and you can’t walk two blocks without bumping into someone ready to argue stats. But here’s the thing: until now, women’s sports fans in Philadelphia haven’t had a space that’s truly theirs.

That’s changing, and it’s about time. Across the country, women’s sports bars are popping up as hubs of energy, inclusivity, and community. And Philadelphia, never one to sit on the sidelines, is finally joining the movement in a big way.

Philadelphia considers itself home to a lively mix of bars and cafés that blur the line between gallery and taproom. Here are some spots where culture and craft drinks come together.

Ah, fall is just around the corner. Cooler nights, crunchy leaves, and yes, beer season is officially back. But the best brewers in Philadelphia aren’t going the pumpkin route (again). This year, they’re leaning into tradition with German-style lagers, Festbiers, Märzens, and more. Here’s where to get your fall brew fix right now:

Clear your Thursday night plans! The Eagles launch their 2025 NFL season tomorrow at 8:20 p.m. at Lincoln Financial Field, facing the Dallas Cowboys in a rivalry that never disappoints.

No tickets to the Linc is never a problem here in the beautiful city of Philadelphia, as every bar with television access will be streaming the game. However, all bars are not created equal when it comes to a great viewing experience. Here’s how to make the most of Game Day.

Step off Walnut Street and head upstairs to Celine, a dimly lit, music-driven cocktail lounge tucked above 1224 Walnut St. in Philadelphia. Here, plush seating invites you to sink in while carefully curated soundscapes set the mood without drowning out conversation.

The Oval at Eakins Oval is winding down its summer run, closing on September 14 after nearly three months of transforming eight acres in front of the Art Museum into the city’s most colorful pop-up playground.

Since the middle of June, The Oval has been a hub of live performances, movie nights, mini golf, and easy summer lounging. Now, with only a few weeks left, Philadelphians are squeezing in one last visit before the gates close until next year.

This Saturday, August 23, swap your usual beer spot for something a little out of the ordinary. The Fonthill Castle Beer Fest, hosted on the stunning grounds of Doylestown’s very own Fonthill Castle. This is one fundraiser‑meets‑festival you just need to attend.

Sometimes bar food just doesn’t cut it. Sometimes you want tacos, dim sum, or an entire pizza all to yourself while sipping a cold one. Philadelphia’s got your back with bars that happily let you BYOF (bring your own food). Here’s where to grab a pint and show up with your own feast:

This Friday night, sneak a peek at what life at sea during Prohibition felt like! Philadelphia’s waterfront is inviting you to step straight into the Roaring Twenties aboard the historic Cruiser Olympia.

Ozzy Night is roaring into MilkBoy tomorrow, a tribute to the Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy Osbourne. If you’ve ever lost yourself in “Crazy Train” or felt the adrenaline of Black Sabbath’s heavy riffs, this night is for you. Expect nothing less than a sonic journey through the legends of metal.

Sometimes, a slice of pizza and a strong drink is all you really need. Read on to see what Philadelphian spots serve up the perfect combo of cocktails and ‘za, no separate stops necessary.

Block party of the summer? Yeah, that’s happening tomorrow.

Northern Liberties is shutting it all down, from Spring Garden to Girard, and turning it into one giant day-long celebration. If you’ve never hit up the 2nd Street Festival, prepare yourself for a daul filled with live music, cold drinks, street eats, and shopping.