This June, Open Streets: Midtown Village is back— but with a major twist. Get ready to switch up how Philly does summer nights!
For the first time ever, the beloved event is rolling out a weekday evening edition, turning Center City into a vibrant, car-free destination every Tuesday.
Open Streets: Midtown Village goes car-free weekday evenings đźš«đźš—
Hosted by Center City District, this new format brings a fresh energy to the neighborhood
🗓 When: Every Tuesday from June 2–June 30
⏰ Time: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. (street closures from 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.)
đź“ŤÂ Where:
- 13 Street (Chestnut to Walnut)
- Samson Streets (12th to Juniper)
- Drury Street
This marks the first fully pedestrianized version of the event, meaning you’ll enjoy five full blocks of car-free space.
“We’re excited to pilot the first Open Streets evening edition in Midtown Village,” CCD President and CEO Prema Katari Gupta said.
“Hosting it during the week provides the bustling neighborhood with a break from car traffic and gives our restaurateurs extra space during happy hour and dinner times. We’re looking forward to learning how to further tailor this program to the needs of the neighborhood.” Â
What to expect on Open Streets: Midtown Village 🎉
Think of it as your after-work escape with no traffic, just vibes.
Here’s what visitors can look forward to:
- 🍹 Expanded outdoor dining from local restaurants
- 🛍️ Sidewalk shopping and in-store specials
- 🎶 Ambient music and live performances
- 🎠Entertainment, including Double Dutch by Philly Girls Jump
- 🪑 Extra seating, plus games like ping-pong and mini golf
There’s one key rule:
👉🏼 No outside vendors—everything you eat and drink supports Midtown Village businesses.
Why it matters ✨
This pilot program is designed to give residents and workers a new way to unwind midweek while boosting local businesses during peak happy hour and dinner times.
With longer days and warmer nights, Open Streets: Midtown Village is turning ordinary Tuesdays into something worth planning around.
