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Water Orchestra reimagines Dilworth Park's fountain as a playful, responsive musical instrument, activated in real-time by the gestures of anyone who steps onto the conductor’s podium. The installation runs September 5 through October 3.

This groundbreaking study by the CCD examines over 2.5 miles of Philadelphia's alley network with the goal of transforming these underutilized spaces into valuable public assets. This comprehensive survey of 45 Center City alleys, reveals significant challenges but also significant, achievable potential to evolve into safer, cleaner, and more active urban spaces.

This summer, CCD is launching Let’s Do Lunch, an exciting new dining initiative to support the vibrant lunchtime scene in Center City. Starting June 24 and continuing every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through August 14, groups of two or more can take advantage of special two-course lunch deals at participating restaurants.

The CPDC is pleased to announce the appointment of four distinguished real estate and business leaders to its Board of Directors’ Executive Committee. These new members bring exceptional expertise to help advance CPDC's mission of promoting economic growth and development in Center City Philadelphia.

CCD plans to expand its popular street closure program for the first time this summer with the launch of Open Streets: Midtown Village. On four consecutive Sundays this June.

Center City District’s in-depth look at economic trends, employment statistics, residential growth, retail development, transportation usage, public space initiatives, and more.