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Shelter from the cold this December during the Wagner's First Saturday Open House! Happening on Saturday, December 7th from 12 pm–4 pm, visitors will dig up and identify different types of shark teeth, make paper snowflakes, and learn about the history of the Wagner. Sit in on one of the […]
Experience the magic of a German Christmas Market on Saturday, December 7th from 12–6 pm at the beautifully-decorated Franklin Commons in Phoenixville. Soothing traditional Christmas music and the smell of mouth watering treats will help you forget the pace of modern, hectic life and help you remember what this festive […]
The Havertown Holiday Festival is a family friendly event focused on Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Winter Fun! Saturday, December 7th (rain date: 12/8), 12–7 pm on Brookline Boulevard This year, expect costumed characters, live holiday music, story time and crafts for kids, food trucks and vendors, beer, wine and hot […]
The "Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series", sponsored by Oakbourne Advisors returns to West Chester this holiday season! Catch the performances on High Street in front of the Historic Courthouse on Saturdays at 2 pm, November 30–December 21. 11/30 - Uptown Singers 12/7 - Bishop Shanahan Liturgical Choir 12/14 - […]
Bring the family to downtown West Chester to see Santa on the firetruck! Santa will once again tour the borough on a fire truck on a few Saturdays this holiday season (sponsored by Tolsdorf Oil Lube Express). Catch him at 3 pm in the streets of Downtown West Chester. Click on […]
Join the award-winning Valley Forge Chorus and friends to kick off the holiday season with barbershop harmonies!
All aboard for holiday cheer! Immerse yourself in the wonders of the holiday and see the beautiful Auburn Heights estate as you’ve never seen it before with this new event. Celebrate the signs and sounds of holidays past with these event features: View operating model train layouts, including the museum’s […]
Join West Chester Parks & Rec on December 7th at 4:30 pm in Marshall Square Park for an evening of holiday celebration! Food, music, and pictures with Santa! See the park like never before, a Christmas get away in your own backyard!
Celebrate the holiday season at Tredyffrin Township's Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 5–7 pm in Wilson Farm Park! (Rain date is Sunday, December 8.) Be there as Santa & Mrs. Claus "flip the switch" to kick off the holiday season along with festive holiday music provided […]
Astra Lumina illuminates the Philadelphia area with an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center, Thursday– Sunday, Nov. 21–Dec. 15. Astra Lumina invites you to discover the wonder of visiting stars. Set off across mysterious grounds to discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song. […]
In Partnership with Upper Providence Parks & Rec, Arader Farms presents Walking Wonderland Light Show happening Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, Nov. 29–Dec. 21, 2024. This walk-through attraction is something the whole family will enjoy! Each weekend features special guests and activities, so visit their website for all the details. […]
Festival of Carols will present new and exciting arrangements of familiar carols, other inspiring music, and readings around the theme “A Time of Hope.” This concert has something for everyone, and will surely get you into the spirit of the season. Performances Saturday December 7th at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December […]
Visit Santa at Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio, his home away from home for the past 11 years. They are the leading portrait studio in the Delaware Valley for Santa Portraits with nine magical Santas, including Santa of Color, that are sure to fit your family's style and tradition. There […]
Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]
Please jdkidphilly at a local synagogue for a fun morning of Hanukkah crafting, celebration, and bagels! They will be partnering with the ‘Schmooze Squad,’ a group of parents with young children to facilitate this exciting event! This program is geared towards preschool-aged children (siblings always welcome). Come celebrate! Location: An indoor location in […]
Bundle up and head over to Cricket Ave. for another edition Christmas on Cricket! Join Lulu's Casita on Sunday, Dec. 8th from 9:30 am to 12 noon for a jolly good time as they welcome Santa. (And yes, the one and only “Santa Jim”!) Plus the Grinch and Elf on […]
A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]
Don’t miss this unique magical holiday experience! The outdoor Christmas Market includes your favorite holiday deli items, Christmas decorations and gifts, and SWEA bakery treats. The Swedish Christmas Café will sell holiday foods and sweets for refreshment. Enjoy live music holiday music by the Last Chance duo throughout the day. During […]
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 […]
The Philadelphia area’s most unique holiday tradition, Christmas Underwater, is set to return to Adventure Aquarium from November 23 through December 24 (Christmas Eve). During Christmas Underwater, guests can surf the yuletide and explore a winter waterland filled with holiday d-eel-ights like Scuba Santa, indoor snow flurries, the World’s Tallest […]
Join Linvilla each weekend from November 30th through December 22nd for their Winter Makers Market! This festive event is be part of their annual Christmas Around the Farm celebration. With up to 30 unique vendors each weekend, you’ll discover one-of-a-kind gifts, handmade crafts, and seasonal treats perfect for spreading holiday […]
The Holiday Market returns to the Westtown School Athletic Center in West Chester PA on Dec. 7th and 8th from 10-4 pm. The vendor space numbers and the venue map are at the bottom of this page.Westtown's beautiful 600 acre campus is accessible from Chester County, the Main Line, Delaware County and beyond. This Market […]
Join A Taste of Britain this holiday season for a Winter Wonderland Tea, an annual tradition at this English-style tea shop restaurant and market. Their Winter Wonderland Tea features a delectable, set menu for adults and another menu for children. Visit their website for menu details. Winter Wonderland Teas are […]
Northern Star Farm invites you to book your 20-minute timed mini session with Santa and Dominick the Italian Christmas Donkey on their professional holiday photoshoot set. Sit in Santa's sleigh and experience the magic of Christmas! These 20 minutes are yours for multiple poses and face time with Santa. Leave […]
Two big weekends kick off the holiday season in Conshy! The 2024 Conshohocken Winter Market will be held on December 6–8 and December 13–15 in the Plaza at SORA West adjacent to Hotel West & Main in downtown Conshohocken. The market will feature approximately 25 vendors each weekend, offering items […]
Embrace the spirit of the season and bring some history to your holidays with Pottsgrove Manor’s Frost Fair on Sunday, December 8th from 11 am to 5 pm. Wrap up your holiday shopping with gifts from historic and modern craft artisans. Explore the museum as rooms are filled with cheer […]
Families can meet Santa at Philadelphia Premium Outlets as part of the Simon Santa Photo Experience. Santa arrives on Friday, November 29, and will be available until Christmas Eve during the following hours: Monday–Friday from 11 am–7 pm Saturday from 10 am–8 pm Sunday 11 am-7 pm Reservations are encouraged. […]
The Narberth Dickens Festival is a free family event held each December on the streets of downtown Narberth. It draws thousands to this little borough every year, and it has become one of the most anticipated holiday festivals in the Philadelphia area. In this Dickens-themed event, the town of Narberth […]
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the cinematic musical favorites of John Williams. Hear beloved selections from E.T., Harry Potter, Superman, Star Wars, Jaws and much more played live by the Pennsylvania Philharmonic. Tickets $47.
Astra Lumina illuminates the Philadelphia area with an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center, Thursday– Sunday, Nov. 21–Dec. 15. Astra Lumina invites you to discover the wonder of visiting stars. Set off across mysterious grounds to discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song. […]
Share, listen, connect, ask, and learn about feelings and emotions at XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness, at the Please Touch Museum from September 27, 2024–January 12, 2025. Through facial expressions, words, movement, art making and other hands-on activities, XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness provides children and caregivers the […]
A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and contains more than 1,000 pieces, including locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. A dazzling array […]
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 […]
The Philadelphia area’s most unique holiday tradition, Christmas Underwater, is set to return to Adventure Aquarium from November 23 through December 24 (Christmas Eve). During Christmas Underwater, guests can surf the yuletide and explore a winter waterland filled with holiday d-eel-ights like Scuba Santa, indoor snow flurries, the World’s Tallest […]
Join Mr. Jason and other kids to build your very own video games using the app Bloxels. From characters to scenes to power-ups, YOU design and make it! And, best of all, you'll play each other's games and give constructive feedback. Ages 8+. Mondays at 4:30 pm. Registration is required as […]
