See Inside The World's Biggest Wawa, Now Open In Philly

The WORLD'S LARGEST Wawa is now open, its debut marked with a parade. Yes, a parade. See what all of the hype is about:

Posted Fri, Dec 14, 2018 at 10:54 am ET|Updated Fri, Dec 14, 2018 at 2:38 pm ET

PHILADELPHIA – Wawa diehards, take note: The largest Wawa in the world is now open in Philadelphia.

The new 11,500-square-foot store opened Friday, Dec. 14 in Old City, at 6th and Chestnut streets.

The gigantic store, which is located at 150 S. Independence Mall Way, opened with much fanfare and celebration, including a parade. Yes, a parade.

The grand opening event also included remarks from Wawa officials and Mayor Jim Kenney, a hoagie making contest, free samples, and more.

Oh, and you can get free coffee at the new location through Sunday, Dec. 16.

Take a look inside the new Wawa and see what all of the hype is about:

Images by Max Bennett of Patch

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