Santa’s Workshop – Free Pictures With Santa!
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The Best Things To Do Around The Main Line with Kids
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Exploring Art for Ages 6-11 (drop-ins available)
Rockdale Art Center 799 Mount Rd, Aston, PAEach 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Parents Night Out at My Gym Springfield
My Gym Children's Fitness Center 1001 Baltimore Pike, lower level, Springfield, PA, United StatesMy Gym Springfield offers a fun and active Parents Night Out on the first Friday of every month. These 3-hour drop off events are for kids ages 4 to 10 years old and include a pizza dinner. From 5:30-8:30 pm, children will play organized games and engage in skills-based activities […]
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Nutcracker Performance at the Free Library Central Branch
Montgomery Auditorium 1901 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhiladelphia Youth Ballet dancers perform excerpts from The Philadelphia Dance Academy's The Nutcracker at the Free Library Central Branch (Montgomery Auditorium, 1901 Vine St.)!
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Candlelight at Morgan Log House
Morgan Log House 850 Weikel Road, Lansdale, PAStep 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. […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Exploring Art for Ages 6-11 (drop-ins available)
Rockdale Art Center 799 Mount Rd, Aston, PAEach 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Preschool Nutcracker Party at the Studio of Valley Forge
The Studio of Valley Forge 945 N. Valley Forge Rd., DEvon, PAThe 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Pony Palooza at Shadow Creek Farm
Shadow Creek Farm Ridley Creek State Park Stables, Glen Mills, PAGet 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 […]
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Happy Hanukkah – Menorah Making and More!
The Candy Lab 22 East Lancaster Ave, Ardmore, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Stories with Santa at Villa Maria Academy
Villa Maria Academy High School 370 Central Avenue, Malvern, PA, United StatesStories 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]
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Makin’ Music at Villa Maria Academy
Villa Maria Academy Lower School 280 IHM Drive, Malvern, PA, United StatesParents 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 […]
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Morris Arboretum & Gardens: Holiday Garden Railway and Nighttime Express Experience
Morris Arboretum & Gardens 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, United StatesMake 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 […]
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Elmwood Park Zoo’s Wild Lights
Elmwood Park Zoo 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown, PAElmwood 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 […]