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Elmwood Park Zoo's Wild Lights
2025-12-06 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-07 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-12 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-15 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-16 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-17 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PA, 19401
Elmwood Park Zoo’s most dazzling holiday tradition is back—brighter than ever! Stroll through millions of twinkling lights, glowing animal displays, and sparkling tunnels that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland.
Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with Santa’s Workshop, Cookies with Mrs. Claus, animal meet-and-greets, carousel rides, and the adorable new Christmas Cows. Grown-ups can sip seasonal drinks at ZooBrew, while everyone can enjoy live entertainment and even Dog Nights on Sundays.
✨ Make Wild Lights your new family holiday tradition!

Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
2025-12-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-09 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 and 5 more dates | Morris Arboretum & Gardens, 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, 19118, United States
Make your holiday even more magical with a visit to the Holiday Garden Railway, as it is transformed for the seasons with thousands of twinkling lights!
See the enchanting model train rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds, a marvelous experience for visitors of all ages! Open daily November 22 to December 30 (closed Dec. 24 and 25), and it’s free with general admission.
NEW THIS YEAR: A 60-foot Holiday Tunnel illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights! The inaugural lighting of the Holiday Tunnel of Lights will be on Saturday, November 29, marking the first night of HGR: Nighttime Express.
HGR Nighttime Express: See the Holiday Garden Railway at night for an even more spectacular experience! With laser lights in the trees and sparkling lights along the railway, HGR: Nighttime Express is a must-see. Available only with advance tickets.
HGR: Nighttime Express Dates
November 29, 30
December 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
4:30 – 8 pm
HGR: Nighttime Express Pricing
Member Adult: $17
Non-member Adult: $22
Member Youth: $10
Non-member Youth: $12
Ages 3 and Under: FREE

Exploring Art for Ages 6-11 (drop-ins available)
2025-12-10 17:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-17 17:30 - 20:00 | Rockdale Art Center, 799 Mount Rd, Aston, PA
Each Wednesday through December 17, students can join a weekly art class at the Rockdale Art Center.

With new projects each session, this class is perfect for the growing artist to explore drawing, painting, collage, sculpture & more while learning about different artists and art techniques. Students create a unique artwork every class on paper, board, canvas, or even in air dry clay or other 3D materials. This course is for ages 5-10 years old, please understand we cannot accept younger students.
Sometimes art-making can get messy, so students should dress to create.
Choose to pay per class, month, or for the full course! Choose what works best for your family from the drop down menu below:
$420.00 for the 16 week course, includes all supplies
OR

$135 for OCTOBER classes (5 classes)
$108 for NOVEMBER classes (4 classes)
$81 for DECEMBER classes (3 classes)

OR pay $30 per class!

Preschool Nutcracker Party at the Studio of Valley Forge
2025-12-13 12:30 - 14:00 | The Studio of Valley Forge, 945 N. Valley Forge Rd., DEvon, PA, 19333
The Studio of Valley Forge will host a Nutcracker party for the preschool set this December.
Dancers may come dressed as their favorite prince or princess to enjoy a party filled with movement games, songs, a ballet class, story time, and a craft!
Each event is open to all preschoolers ages 3-6. Please register in advance to save your dancer’s spot by emailing: studiovf.dance@gmail.com.

Pony Palooza at Shadow Creek Farm
2025-12-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Shadow Creek Farm, Ridley Creek State Park Stables, Glen Mills, PA, 19342
Get ready for a magical afternoon at Pony Palooza at Shadow Creek Farm!
Enjoy one timed pony ride, festive crafts, a cozy hot cocoa bar, and fun holiday surprises throughout the farm. Tickets are first come, first serve and sold in timed blocks to keep lines short and the fun flowing. Tickets may be purchased online up to 24 hours before the event. There will be very limited tickets at the door, so purchasing ahead is the best way to guarantee your spot. Please remember that each participant needs their own ticket to join in on the pony ride fun.
Kick off the season with a little pony magic!

Happy Hanukkah - Menorah Making and More!
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:00 | The Candy Lab, 22 East Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA, 19003, United States
Join The Candy Lab Ardmore on Sunday, December 14th from 4-5pm to make four delightful Hanukkah-themed crafts, including a fanciful menorah!
Just $20 per crafter (+ $1.20 sales tax)! Perfect for those ages 5-12.

Stories with Santa at Villa Maria Academy
2025-12-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Villa Maria Academy High School, 370 Central Avenue, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Stories with Santa, a brand-new holiday event designed especially for children, hosted by the Villa Maria Academy High School Theater. This festive gathering features holiday games, cookies, hot chocolate, letters to Santa, and cozy story time sessions with the big guy himself. Capture the magic with special photo opportunities and enjoy a cheerful afternoon full of wonder and holiday fun.

Makin' Music at Villa Maria Academy
2025-12-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Villa Maria Academy Lower School, 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
Parents and children up to 5 years of age are welcome to join Villa Maria Academy Lower School for a free event, as Makin’ Music performer Miss Jen visits Villa for a 45-minute performance of music and fun. Session begins at 10:00 am and will meet in the Gymnasium. Park in the main lot across from the playground.

Winter Wonderland Pop Up with Young Rembrandts
2025-12-18 17:00 - 19:00 | The Candy Lab, 22 East Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA, 19003, United States
Register your kid for this Winter Wonderland workshop! They will create their own tree ornament, and draw winter-themed cartoons. All supplies are included, and no experience is needed. This is a drop-off event.
