Couple Elopes At Chickie's & Pete's In Northeast Philadelphia: "It's About Who You're With"

CBS Philadelphia

June 18, 2025

Crab fries, crab legs and true love set the stage for the elopement of newlyweds Heather Hanson and Eric Ghegan. Instead of going with a traditional wedding, they opted for a venue near and dear to their hearts: Chickie's & Pete's on Roosevelt Boulevard in Northeast Philadelphia.

The source of inspiration for the couple? They said it was their desire for a personal, intimate wedding amid rising costs.

"It's not about how much money you spend or how big the party is, it's about who you're with," Hanson said.

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