Working every day to enhance the vitality of Center City

Center City District’s Open Streets program began in September 2024 with a simple question: what would happen if streets were closed to vehicles and opened to pedestrians? From the start, the answer was abundantly clear: a people-first environment improves the experience of shoppers and residents while providing a measurable boost to businesses along the corridor.

CCD deploys more than 200 uniformed staff every day across 233 blocks and 46 miles of sidewalk. The Center City District Impact Report 2026 details the impact of their work on pedestrians, businesses, and many of Center City’s most cherished public spaces.

Our year-end 2025 Center City Retail Report pulls together the latest data on retail occupancy, demand, and leasing activity and explores emerging trends and opportunities that will shape Center City’s retail landscape in the coming years.

The Center City Data Dashboard includes data covering key indicators, pedestrian counts, the office market, retail, hospitality, transportation, housing, Center City District stats, and demographics and will be updated regularly. Bookmark it today.

The Center City District released its 2025 Annual Report outlining the organization's impact. The report provides an overview of the CCD's operations and highlights its accomplishments.

In the spring edition of the CCD/CPDC quarterly newsletter, President and CEO Prema Katari Gupta discusses the reimagining of public space along urban shopping corridors and the thoughtful development of CCD's Open Streets program.

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.

With more than 900 retail locations lining the streets of Center City Philadelphia, it’s easier than ever to find a shopping experience for every style. Here you'll find info on retail giveaways, discounts, workshops, farmers markets and more.

Find yourself at the center of everything you’re craving. Center City’s world-class culinary scene is the finest in the region. Whether you're looking for live entertainment with a flavorful meal, the perfect place to watch the game and grab a bite or unique culinary classes, you can find it all here.

Center City is the epicenter of arts and culture entertainment and vibrant public spaces in Philadelphia. From showcasing resident artists and traveling shows, to green spaces with a host of amenities and events for all ages, find something to explore in Center City.