Kristin Hunt

Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

October 29, 2024

Holiday

Christmas Village to feature new mulled wine varieties, first vegan booth

by Kristin Hunt

Christmas Village returns to LOVE Park, Dilworth Park and the City Hall courtyard in Philadelphia in late November. The holiday market features handmade gifts, cocoa, mulled wine, beer, brats, a Ferris wheel and a carousel. It is open for a sneak preview on Nov. 23-24 followed by a full month run from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve.

October 28, 2024

Courts

Philly DA sues Elon Musk to block $1 million voter sweepstakes in Pennsylvania

by Kristin Hunt

Philly DA Larry Krasner has sued Elon Musk to stop his $1 million voter giveaways in Pennsylvania. The billionaire Tesla and SpaceX founder has been hosting a daily sweepstakes with his Trump-supporting super PAC.

October 28, 2024

Music

Philadelphia Orchestra to embark on its 13th tour of China, more than any other U.S. ensemble

by Kristin Hunt

The Philadelphia Orchestra will embark on its 13th tour of China, the most by any American musical ensemble, this week. The concerts include first visits to Chengdu and the Hainan province.

October 25, 2024

Government

City Council considers 76ers 'arena services district' to mitigate impacts on communities near proposed new site

by Kristin Hunt

City Council is considering a 76ers 'arena services district' and authority to reduce negative impacts on the surrounding communities near the proposed new site, including Chinatown. It would create traffic plans and support small businesses.

October 25, 2024

2024 Election

Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama's rally for Kamala Harris to be held at Temple's Liacouras Center

by Kristin Hunt

Bruce Springsteen and former President Barack Obama will rally for Kamala Harris at Temple University's Liacouras Center on Monday, Oct. 28. The New Jersey rocker is set to perform at the event, just like he did at a Hillary Clinton rally in Philadelphia on the eve of the 2016 election.

October 25, 2024

Movies

Oscar-winning film editor from Philly makes directorial debut with wrestling movie 'Unstoppable'

by Kristin Hunt

William Goldenberg, the Oscar-winning film editor behind 'Argo,' is making his directorial debut with the upcoming Amazon movie 'Unstoppable.' The biopic tells the true story of one-legged wrestler and NCAA champ Anthony Robles. Goldenberg is from Philadelphia and a Temple University alum.

October 24, 2024

Weekend

Halloween fests, bloody marys and the Gritty 5K: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Halloween weekend arrives in Philadelphia on Oct. 25-27. Chestnut Hill and East Passyunk will host holiday festivals and Northern Liberties bars will serve themed bloody marys. The Gritty 5K charity race also returns.

October 23, 2024

Family-Friendly

Cosmic light show that promises a 'visit from the stars' comes to Jenkintown

by Kristin Hunt

Astra Lumina, the starry touring light show, is coming to in the Philadelphia area. The night walk experience opens Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Abington Art Center in Jenkintown. Tickets are now on sale.

October 23, 2024

2024 Election

Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw face off in U.S. Senate race in N.J.

by Kristin Hunt

Who's running in the 2024 U.S. Senate race in New Jersey? Democratic congressman Andy Kim is facing Republican businessman Curtis Bashaw in the election. Here's where they stand on the issues.

October 22, 2024

Museums

Universal exhibit on the science behind theme park design coming to Franklin Institute in 2026

by Kristin Hunt

The Franklin Institute will open an exhibit on theme park science and design in 2026, focusing on Universal Destinations & Experiences attractions. Philadelphia will be the first stop for the touring show.