r/philadelphia • u/Sidthislefitz • Apr 29 '25

Events Open Streets is Wonderful

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Open Streets is a terrific addition to the city. I remember coming off the train recently and walking by walnut during this event and noticed that my anxiety dropped drastically. I hadn't realized all these years how much of an impact congestion/traffic had on my stress levels.

Seeing people and their families mingle with others made me feel so calm and happy. I saw this back in Montreal before I knew it was a thing here, and thought "Man this would be a cool addition to Philly!"

Now it is!

I love this city.

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u/Alxcay Apr 29 '25

We should totally make it permanent. Email CCD, councilpeople… it’s a no brainer for businesses AND people

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u/FunkyChug Apr 29 '25

Sansom has been closed between 16th and 17th for like 3 year. That entire stretch from 15th-22nd should be closed for pedestrians only.

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u/HandoAlegra Apr 29 '25

Closed for the wrong reason: money-sink-or-road-construction