🏆 What makes Philly stand out from other cities

Rodin Museum Garden Bar Reopens in Time for Summer

The sculpture garden’s courtyard has been transformed into a relaxing destination to spend your Friday evenings. Guests can sit, stroll, or enjoy a Philly-inspired food and drink menu. Admission to the garden bar is free, and museum admission is pay-what-you-wish. [Metro Philadelphia]

Philly’s Time To Shine Starts Now

As the country marks its 250th birthday, we’re bound to wonder where we go from here. After tumultuous times over the last few years, is Philly backsliding? Are we progressing, or stuck in place? New developments, new initiatives, and newcomers to the city are setting the stage for a new era in Philadelphia. [🔒Philly Mag]

Expect Partial Closures at John Heinz Starting Today

Hikers, birdwatchers, and fishers should be aware that certain trails and parking areas will be closed as the national wildlife refuge works on repairs over the next year. The refuge will remain open to the public as crews restore infrastructure to better control water flow after a 2020 tropical storm left significant damage. [🔒The Inquirer]

New Solar Screens at SEPTA Stops & Restored Service

Good news for trolley riders: T5 service is back after being replaced with bus service over the last three years due to repairs. And while you’re waiting for trolleys or buses, you’ll have a better idea of how long you'll be standing there: SEPTA is rolling out solar-powered real-time arrival screens at certain stops this week. [CBS Philly, KYW]

• Related: The arrival screens are proof that local guerrilla art projects can inspire tangible change (or draw attention to what needs to change). [🎧City Cast Philly]

If you’re sober, cutting back on your alcohol intake, or just tired of only hanging out at the bar, finding after-hours hangs can be tough. But if you look close enough, Philly has a range of zero-proof options to start your night with.

Grab a Late-Night Snack (or Drink)

You deserve a treat after work. If you’re craving something sweet, visit Chinatown’s A La Mousse Cake & Cafe. Known for its cute pastries in unique shapes like lambs and pandas, customers can opt for just a slice or the whole cake. If you’re feeling thirsty, there’s milkshakes, hot tea, and bubble tea. A La Mouse is open until 11 p.m. every day except Friday and Saturday, when hours are extended until midnight.

We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention Bar Palmina, Fishtown’s non-alcoholic bar 一 and the only one left in the city. With exclusively zero-proof options, its extensive menu changes regularly. Sip on these craft cocktails anytime between 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays, and 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturdays.

Watch a Movie

Catch up on the latest releases or watch some niche films with one of Philly’s film clubs. Whether you’re into horror, sci-fi, or genre-bending flicks, movie nights can be a laid-back way to socialize with other movie buffs.

Go Birding

Not everyone is comfortable with solo nighttime outings in nature. Instead, try getting some fresh air at night with groups like Philly Queer Birders and Bird Philly. These birding clubs host meetups in the evening, as both dawn and dusk are optimal to catch avians in flight. And if you want to explore on your own time, these are some of the best birding spots in Philly.

🎧 Want even more suggestions? Click below and be sure to listen to today's episode of City Cast Philly for ABV-free clubs to join, places to dance, and comedy clubs to laugh in all night long.