Santa Portraits: Danielle Foster Creations’ Holiday Tradition

Danielle Foster Creations' Portrait Studio 1717 West Chester Pike, Havertown

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 […]

XOXO: An Exhibit About Love & Forgiveness

Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia

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 […]

Event Series The Brandywine Railroad

The Brandywine Railroad

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffmans Mill Road, Chadds Ford

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 […]

Story Time with Santa

Game on State 31 W State Street, Meida

Join the fun at Game On State for an unforgettable Storytime with Pedro and friends! Rumor has it, a special guest might make a surprise appearance! Seating is limited, so register NOW for free at gameonstate.com. Don't miss out on the fun!

Event Series Easttown Repair Cafe

Easttown Repair Cafe

Trinity Presbyterian Church 640 Berwyn Avenue, Berwyn

Come one, come all. Invite your neighbors and friends! Repair volunteers will be in the Fellowship Hall and ready to help fix your broken items! There will be coffee, pastries, and plenty of experienced repair techs! All is FREE and everyone is welcome (children included!) […]

Event Series Christmas Underwater

Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium

Adventure Aquarium 1 Riverside Drive, Camden

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 […]

Event Series Winter Makers Market

Winter Makers Market

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media

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 […]

Event Series Winter Wonderland Tea

Winter Wonderland Tea

A Taste of Britain Eagle Village Shops 503 West Lancaster Avenue, Wayne

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 […]

Holiday Story Time with Melanie

American Helicopter Museum & Education Center 1220 American Boulevard, West Chester

December's Holiday-themed Storytime with Melanie is at The American Helicopter Museum - featuring interactive read-alouds, a mess-free magical painting activity, and a pop-up mini-book fair to shop from, if you wish. This event is included with museum admission.

Event Series Santa at the Square

Santa at the Square

Suburban Square Anderson & Coulter Avenue, Ardmore

Santa is spending Saturdays at the Square on December 7th, 14th and 21st. Find him in his Workshop across from the Lawn on St. James. Get your picture taken with Santa starting at 11 am and write him a letter to put in the Santa […]

Meet Santa at Philadelphia Premium Outlets for the Holidays

Philadelphia Premium Outlets 18 Lightcap Road, Pottstown

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 […]

$20 – $50

Philadelphia Brunch Cruise with Santa

City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia

The Brunch Cruise with Santa will delight the whole family as they enjoy festive decor, holiday music, kid-friendly treats, and endless onboard entertainment that will bring the magic of the season to life. Guests will also enjoy a delicious, chef-prepared brunch buffet and gorgeous views […]

$70 – $110

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Swedesburg Vol Fire Co 310 Jefferson Street, Bridgeport

On Saturday, December 21st, starting at noon, Santa will be making his way around town in style – on a Swedesburg Volunteer Co. firetruck!!  Come out and meet Santa on his sleigh, see the trucks, and meet the elves. Don’t miss out on this festive […]

Christmas Crafts: Gingerbread Houses and More!

The Candy Lab 22 E Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore

Join The Candy Lab on Saturday, December 21, 12–1:30pm in Ardmore and make beautiful gingerbread houses (plus a few more Christmas-related yummies)! Just $35 (plus $2.10 sales tax) per crafter. Perfect for ages 6+

$35.00

West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers

Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester

Dressed in Victorian attire, The West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers will roam around downtown West Chester and perform throughout the holiday season! Enjoy the music while you do some local holiday shopping. Downtown West Chester Schedule: Friday, Nov. 29th – 5:00pm to 7:00pm (Black Friday) […]

Event Series Santa Visits at Burkholder

Santa Visits at Burkholder

Burkholder 359 Paoli Pike, Malvern

Santa will be visiting Burkholder for photo opps on five Saturdays during the holiday season: 11/23, 11/30, 12/07, 12/14, and 12/21. And on Dec. 21, Santa will be joined by Mrs. Klaus and one of his reindeer! Get in on the fun at this family-friendly […]

Event Series Little Tykes go on Hikes

Little Tykes Go on Hikes

Skunk Hollow Park & Trails 490 Darby Paoli Road, Villanova

Hiking with kids can be an intimidating topic. During this 45 minute course, Hiking Hound Adventures, LLC will be on the trail with little ones and their guardians to tackle some of the most asked questions surrounding taking kids into the woods. Through fun games […]

$20
Event Series Santa on the Firetruck

Santa on the Firetruck

Downtown West Chester N. High and Gay Street, West Chester

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 […]

Event Series Walking Wonderland Light Show

Walking Wonderland Light Show

Arader Farm 746 S. Trappe Road, Collegeville

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. On Dec. 21st, SANTA will visit in the Light show from 5:30 to 7:30PM. This walk-through attraction is something the […]

Winter Solstice Community Night

Media Borough Baltimore Avenue & State Street, Media

Join the Media Recreation Board and the Media Borough community to celebrate light and goodwill on the darkest night of the year! Enjoy luminary lights, live music, and warm drinks. Grab a borough holiday light map and take a stroll (or drive) around the Borough […]

Shooting Stars Holiday Spectacular

Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School 403 N. Lansdowne Ave., Drexel Hill

The Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars are set to bring holiday cheer with their annual Holiday Spectacular, a fun-filled performance showcasing talented students from 18 local high schools. Audiences of all ages will enjoy festive songs and dazzling choreography designed to capture the magic […]

$1 – $23