Michael Bruder

Just days after the massive Eagles Victory Parade, locals stripped down to their skivvies for another wild romp through the streets of Philly: the eighth annual Cupid’s Undie Run. The event, held in cities across the nation, raises money to fund research for neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that affects 1 in 3,000 children born in the United States. The Philly version took place at World Cafe Live and drew hundreds of good-spirited folks who braved the rain for the fun run, which was bookended by a party featuring an open bar, dancing, body painting and more. Though it’s called an “undie run,” participants aren’t required to show up in nothing but their drawers. Some donned costumes while others wore pajamas or any other kind of getup they felt comfortable in—like a garbage can or a blow-up velociraptor doll. The goal is simply to have fun and raise money for a good cause. And we certainly did. Philadelphia raised more than $175,000, making us among the top-earning participating cities. (We even trounced New York City by about $77,000.) To learn more about next year’s run check out cupids.org. But for now, check out photos from this weekend’s event in Philly below.  

As promised, the Philadelphia Eagles rolled through Philadelphia Thursday in a parade that comprised probably a dozen double-decker buses—all with Eagles players, cheerleaders, coaches and family members on top revving up the crowds. Quarterbacks Nick Foles and Carson Wentz carried the Lombardi on one of the first buses to go through. The 4.8-mile procession kicked off at 11am from Lincoln Financial Field before making its way to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, via Broad Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway. There, the Birds were feted with an all-out celebration complete with rip-roaring speeches (hello, Jason Kelce!) and projection screens showing highlights throughout the season. Hundreds of thousands of folks showed up—some lining up as early a six that morning. People of all ages were packed several rows deep all the way down Broad and along the Parkway, others were on rooftops, watching from their windows and, of course, hanging from poles. We’ve got some photos from the day below, a mix of shots from South Philly and Center City. Center City South Philly

Thousands of women and men from the region met on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Saturday for the second annual Women’s March on Philadelphia. The weather couldn’t have been better for the event, which saw fired-up folks raising their voices in support of gender equality and the possibility of more ladies taking over when the midterm elections hit later this year. The day was anchored by a march along the Parkway and a rally at Eakins Oval. There speakers focused their orations on the myriad issues facing not only women but other oppressed minority groups like the LGBTQ and immigrant communities. If one message rang clear throughout the day, it was this: “We will not be silenced.” Check out photos of the day below, including shots of some of the best signs protesters brought for the occasion.                                              

Despite subfreezing temperatures and the lowest turnout of spectators in years, the 2018 Mummers Parade did not disappoint. The show went off without a hitch along Broad Street, where brigades entertained with their trademark energy and elaborate costumes and choreography. To alleviate the cold, the city placed warming tents along the parade route where spectators could catch some relief and performers could warm themselves and their freezing instruments. After the parade, fancy brigades took their shows inside at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where they saw their biggest crowd to date—thanks, no doubt, to the warmer, covered venue. Many brigades punctuated their mostly traditional performances with larger sets and the incorporation of technologies like large digital screens and elaborate lighting. If you were there, you were dazzled. Miss out on this year’s festivities? Look below for photos from the day. Philadelphia Mummers marching on Broad Street Fancy Brigade finale at the Pennsylvania Convention Center Want to learn more about the Mummers? Check out the Mummers Museum in South Philly.