Philadelphia, also known as the City of Brotherly Love, is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, distinctive food scene, and now, a new source of merriment – puns! So whether you’re a Philadelphia native or a passionate Philly enthusiast, you are cordially invited to a carnival of amusement teeming with wit and humor only aptly named Philadelphia puns can deliver.
Table of the Best Philadelphia Puns
1. Why don’t Philadelphia lawyers go to the beach?
Because cats keep trying to bury them in the sand!
2. Why did Ben Franklin decide to settle in Philly?
He heard there was a lot of “current” here!
3. What did the mama Liberty Bell say to the baby Liberty Bell?
Ring around the Philly!
4. What do you call an artwork in Philly that’s good at math?
A Philly-Da-Vinci Code!
5. Why do Philly fans have such a great sense of humor?
They have to – their team is a laughingstock!
6. What do you call a lost cat in Philadelphia?
A Phil-ine!
7. I went to a fancy restaurant in Philadelphia.Â
The waiter asked me, “Would you like some grated parmesan on your cheesesteak?” I said, “Nah, I’m good.”
8. What do Philadelphia Eagles and possums have in common?
Both play dead at home and get killed on the road!
9. Why did the Philadelphia cheesesteak file a police report?
It got grilled and then sliced!
10. How do you know if someone’s from Philadelphia?
They won’t stop talking about how they’re not from New York!
11. What happens when you anger a Philadelphia baker?
You get a loaf across your face!
12. How do Philadelphians stay cool in the summer?
They have a lot of fans!
13. Why don’t they play poker in Philadelphia?
Too many Cheez Whiz bluffs!
14. Which bird is the Eagles team’s favorite?
Chicken, they can never catch the Cardinals!
15. Why did the Philadelphia cyclist ride his bike into the bakery?
He kneaded the dough!
16. I’ve heard Philadelphia is a very kind city.
Sure, it’s full of brotherly love!
17. Why is Philadelphia the only place where Washington couldn’t tell a lie?
Because it’s the city of brotherly love!
18. What do you give a Philly nurse for her birthday?
A little patients!
The laughter doesn’t stop there, and yes, I’m not “jawn-king”!
19. Why did the Liberty Bell crack?
It couldn’t handle the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory parade.
20. How do you confuse someone from Philadelphia?
Give them directions that don’t involve a Wawa.
21. Why did the cheesesteak apply for a job?
It wanted to bring home the “dough”!
22. Why do Philadelphia bakers wear gloves?
Because they knead the dough!
23. What do scuba divers and the Philadelphia Eagles have in common?
They both plunge deep!
The chuckles are rolling in thick and fast, kind of like Philadelphia traffic!
24. What do Philadelphia residents do during a thunderstorm?
They keep under cover and wait for the “lull-adelphia”!
25. How do you impress a Philadelphian?
Just Philly-vour compliments!
26. Why did the Philadelphia cop go to the baseball game?
He’d heard someone had stolen a base!
27. Why are Philadelphia sandwiches never hungry?
They’re always full of baloney!
28. Why is a Philadelphia sandwich like a baseball team?
Without good buns, they don’t play ball!
29. Why was Philadelphia’s bread so hard?
It loafed around all day!
30. What did the Philadelphia cake say to the fork?
You want a piece of me?
31. What’s the difference between a Philadelphia Eagles fan and a baby?
The baby will stop whining after a while!
32. Why did the Philadelphia cookie go to the doctor?
Because it felt crummy!
33. Why do the Philadelphia Eagles rarely play cards?
Every time they get a good hand, they fumble!
34. How do Philadelphia dogs say hello?
They bark, “Philly-dog-phia”!
35. Why do Philadelphia cats like online shopping?
Because they hate the mouse!
36. What do you call a Philadelphia boat that just can’t sink?
An Un-sinkable Molly Brown!
37. Why do Philadelphia University students never get lost?
Because they always take the “Schuylkill” route!
38. Why isn’t it safe to do math in Philly?
Because someone might add insult to injury!
39. Why did the lion join the Philadelphia Zoo?
Because it wanted to be the “main” attraction!
40. What did cheese say upon arriving in Philadelphia?
I’m feeling gouda about this place!
Give Your Funny Bone a Phila-delightful Punch with More Jokes and Puns!
There you have it: a heart-warming compendium of 40 irresistibly hilarious Philadelphia puns designed to tickle your funny bones. So, the next time the laughs are low, or if you’re just looking for a fun way to cheer up your friends, just bring out these Philly puns and watch the delight lighten up their faces.
Don’t hog all the laughs – go ahead and spread the giggles, share this fun collection to give your social circle a good laugh. And remember, if you have a penchant for puns, keep “Philly-ing up” your humor quota at jokeandpun.com where there’s always a good chortle just around the corner!
