The 12th Diner en Blanc in Philadelphia took place at Love Park
Earlier this summer, at the preview party for Diner en Blanc Philadelphia co-host of Le Dîner en Blanc Philadelphia Natanya DiBona said: “We are thrilled to announce the return of Le Dîner en Blanc Philadelphia for its 12th year on August 15th, 2024.” “This iconic event has become a cherished tradition, bringing together our community in a magical evening of elegance, friendship, and celebration. We can’t wait to create more unforgettable memories with everyone this year.” And that they did.
I’m always in awe of the guests who have to carry their supplies in all types of weather, to a spot, where they wait for instructions. After shooting the event for over a decade I realize now that it’s not only about the element of surprise, but logistically for set up purposes.
Le Diner en Blanc is so much more than an event! It’s a unique cultural movement that empowers friends of friends to gather and celebrate their shared passions for life, food, fashion, and community, year after year, with a pinch of mystery and large serving of spontaneity.
Versions are held on six continents, bringing diners dressed in white to a temporary setup in a public space, using their own food, tables, chairs and tablecloths.
Kashya Harton, Tyeisha Washington and Lillian Roberts
If you have it they will come, from all walks of life, to enjoy a magical night in a Philly in a public space.
Kayli Moran and Natanya DiBona co chairs, and the first organizers of the Philadelphia Diner en Blanc since it’s inception in Philly.
as someone who has photographed this event from the beginning, I am so grateful to Kayli and Natanya, for all the volunteers, for the City and the guests who have supported this event. It’s huge, it’s sometimes inconvenient, it’s a beautiful escape from reality which we all deserve. James Spence and Ley Joanis had previous gone to one in Delaware, and was attending the Philadelphia for the first time.Tamisha Clark waves a napkin to indicate the beginning of dinner.
Thank you to my friends Kate & Mark for allowing me to shoot Diner en Blanc from her apartment building.
Diner en Blanc has always had the best Instagramable spots, but nothing beats the Love Statue.A slice of Diner en Blanc. The press area was located in the former Love Park Welcome Center, something exciting I’m sure to come. Thanks to the City Reps office for letting me shoot this from their offices.Arguably one of the most iconic moments of the night – the lighting of the sparklers to signify the end of dinner and the beginning of dancing.Brandon and Anna DeAngeliscore memories were made on August 15 in Philly. I’ll never be stressed out at this intersection again.Hanna Burnett, Leah Briggin , Jean Greeff and Tom Fitzpatrick Becca Adap gives Shanree Thomas a bite of her dessertNellie Hill, Devon Conley, and Jordan Conley, Table by Danielle MelbourneThe organizer go all out for the guests, there’s always surprises popping up, roller skaters, double dutch rope jumpers, angels, strolling musicians and the list goes on. I never even see every thing.My girlfriends decided to all wear pearls to dinner. Hey I see Erika and Rodney McLeod’s new baby girl making her public debut (l)
Broad Street band entertains the crowd who danced in the street til 11pm
Congratulations to Kate Marlys, Philly Pr Girl and Declan Rodgers on their engagement! Great job with the PR for Diner en Blanc as well!! Winning night.
12 years strong. It’s just amazing how this event has grown, and survived, even through the pandemic. Thanks again to all those involved. Thanks to all my ChitChatters who stopped me to say hi, sorry if you haven’t seen your photos yet, they’re still to come in Philly Style Mag, Philly Mag, Main Line Today and right now in CBSPhilly.
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