Center City District Sips returns Wednesday in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- It's a sure sign summer is almost here as Center City District Sips returns Wednesday.

Dozens of local restaurants and bars serve drink and appetizer specials, encouraging people who work downtown to stay a while.

Mocktails will also be offered at a discount for the first time, and some restaurants will offer 15% off dinner after 7 p.m.

Sips runs on Wednesdays through August 26, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.