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In Dragon Dinner Party, a delightful musical adaptation of the beloved children's book Dragons Love Tacos, a young host prepares a taco party for a group of hungry dragons. Despite his best efforts to follow all the rules, one small mistake leads to a hilariously fiery disaster. This creative production […]
Children’s Book World is thrilled to welcome award winning, mother-daughter team Rachel Renee Russell and Nikki Russell, author/illustrator of Dork Diaries! This dynamic duo has released twenty-one consecutive New York Times bestsellers. Meet, chat and find out all about their creative life together!
The Swarthmore Farmers Market is a community-led market that brings fresh, locally sourced food to the Swarthmore Town Center parking lot. Open every Saturday from May to November with an average of 19 vendors every weekend, this market is a beloved weekend tradition for grocery shopping with the neighbors. Each […]
The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]
Join the Delaware County Symphony for DCS Symphony Explorers, a free introduction to symphonic music for elementary and middle school age students accompanied by a parent or guardian. From 6:30 – 7:00 pm, participants will learn about the clarinet and music to be performed by the Delaware County Symphony in […]
Join the BIGGEST Thanksgiving Day 5K in Delaware County, now in its 9th year, at the Delco Turkey Trot. This event is a family-friendly tradition that benefits the Nether Providence Elementary School PTO—with 100% of proceeds going directly to support students at NPE. Race Options: 5K Road Race – for runners, walkers, and […]
Join the Greater Philadelphia YMCA's annual Thanksgiving Day family tradition, the Gobble Wobble 5K! There will be multiple locations and race options to challenge the whole family, including a virtual race for those who are out of town or shudder at the idea of waking up early! The Gobble Wobble […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center's model train weekend is back and bigger than ever! Kick off the holiday season with three days of massive model train displays beginning Friday, November 28th. During normal business hours, visitors can experience the magic of several massive model train displays as well […]
Hike, explore, and enjoy nature along the trails at McKaig Nature Center this Black Friday. Skip the stores and spend quality time with friends and family on a leisurely hike through the 3¼+ miles of woodland trails at McKaig Nature Preserve. This FREE event offers a variety of activities for […]
Kick off the holiday shopping season with a mini boutique at Children's Book World, where they will offer artwork and unique items created by the artists and illustrators of favorite books. There will be original paintings, pen & ink drawings, greeting cards, giclée prints, stickers, silk screens, wrapping paper, prints, […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center's model train weekend is back and bigger than ever! Kick off the holiday season with three days of massive model train displays beginning Friday, November 28th. During normal business hours, visitors can experience the magic of several massive model train displays as well […]
Kick off the holiday shopping season with a mini boutique at Children's Book World, where they will offer artwork and unique items created by the artists and illustrators of favorite books. There will be original paintings, pen & ink drawings, greeting cards, giclée prints, stickers, silk screens, wrapping paper, prints, […]
Enjoy photos with Santa, holiday crafts, refreshments, and more festive fun for the whole family!
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Kick off the holiday shopping season with a mini boutique at Children's Book World, where they will offer artwork and unique items created by the artists and illustrators of favorite books. There will be original paintings, pen & ink drawings, greeting cards, giclée prints, stickers, silk screens, wrapping paper, prints, […]
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center's model train weekend is back and bigger than ever! Kick off the holiday season with three days of massive model train displays beginning Friday, November 28th. During normal business hours, visitors can experience the magic of several massive model train displays as well […]
Bring the whole family for a joyful evening featuring a community sing-along, Santa’s arrival, warm cookies and hot cocoa, and the annual Trappe Tree Lighting celebration!
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Kick off the weekend with Phoenixville First Fridays, a monthly open-air celebration in the borough! Every month from May through December, First Fridays showcase the eclectic feel of Phoenixville. You'll find live music, local artists, and a Kids Zone. Walk around and explore some of the town's arts venues, small […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Philadelphia Youth Ballet dancers perform excerpts from The Philadelphia Dance Academy's The Nutcracker at the Free Library Central Branch (Montgomery Auditorium, 1901 Vine St.)!
Find holiday gifts for everyone on your list at this curated shopping experience! Discover unique treasures by local makers who celebrate nature’s beauty. This event will be held rain or shine in Tyler’s Historic Barn. Make a day of it. After shopping, stay to enjoy a late Fall day at […]
Join the 4th Annual Havertown Holiday Festival on Saturday, December 6, 2025! The Havertown Holiday Festival, presented by Visit Delco, will take place on Brookline Blvd. and is a family friendly event focused on Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Winter fun! There will be costumed characters, live holiday music, dancing and […]
Step into the glow of the past at Candlelight at Morgan. Experience the Morgan Log House as it was meant to be seen—by flickering candlelight. Wander through the historic home decorated for the season, enjoy warm refreshments, and hear stories of winter traditions, holiday cheer, and life in centuries past. […]
The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of the season and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit through the power of music! The Spotlight Concert Series is thrilled to announce the return of 'Songs, Stories & Sleighbells – A Holiday Concert' at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Berwyn. Join a […]
The Berwyn Farmer's Market is back and better than ever with expanded hours and vendors, new charity partners, live music every first Sunday, a kids' zone, food trucks, and special theme days. The market will be open weekly on Sundays from May 18 through December 21, 2025, with brief breaks […]
Voted one of USA Today’s Top Places to See Santa Claus, more than 80,000 lights glow in West Chester this holiday season during Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. Enjoy free family fun including free photos with Santa in front of M&T Bank on the Square with their new […]
Celebrate the magic of the season with an unforgettable afternoon of music, dance, winter garden tours, ornament-making and more! Explore the beauty of winter interest throughout the gardens with exclusive off-season access before enjoying two sets of some of the most exciting performers in acoustic and traditional music: the dynamic […]
Chabad of Penn Wynne and the Penn Wynne Fire Company invite all to the Great Chanukah Gelt Drop. Join the community to light the Menorah, enjoy latkes and donuts, Chanukah crafts and more. With the help of local firefighters, catch Chocolate Chanukah coins that will parachute down from the top […]
