Around Town
From new fitness studios and wellness spaces to retail developments and neighborhood trends, we track the openings, closings, and transformations that shape the neighborhood.
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The Champagne Toast Edition: December’s Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future
Five new businesses popped like champagne corks in December, eight more are queued up for 2026, and Mac Mart’s proof that the best pivots…
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From Barre to Beats: 305 Fitness Transforms Walnut Street Space Into Dance Cardio Haven
The NYC-based dance cardio brand has converted the former Physique57 space into a colorful fitness playground—complete with live DJs at every class. If you’ve…
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The J Spot: Rittenhouse’s Wellness Revolution Started With A Jefferson Student’s Dream
After three years founder Jacqueline Clarizio has transformed a vacant 7-Eleven into a neighborhood’s stunning holistic sanctuary—proving Philly can absolutely have nice things. When…
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The Seconds, Please Edition: It’s November’s Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future
Nine businesses opened in November, led by Uchi’s highly anticipated arrival, while 26 more concepts are slated to come—proof that Rittenhouse’s abundance isn’t just…
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Views, Vibes, and Studios: CityCoHo’s Glow-Up Is Complete
The revamped co-working space at 2401 Walnut now features a podcast studio, photography studio, and those rockstar city views that most co-working spaces dream…
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Spooktacular Traditions Continue: Halloween 2025 Brings Magic Back to Rittenhouse
Once again, our neighborhood transformed into one of Philly’s premier Halloween destinations, proving that community spirit never goes out of style. Another October 31st…
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More Treats Than Tricks Here, With October’s Fond Farewells, Friendly Hellos & Focus On The Future
Seven new Rittenhouse businesses opened in October, and three more are bubbling up—proof the neighborhood’s fall hot streak is still brewing strong. October in…
