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Ten Festive Happenings in the Greater Philadelphia Region for Your Holiday Bucket List |
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Tis the most wonderful time of year in Philadelphia and the suburbs. The most beloved Christmas markets, villages, skating rinks, giant festive trees, light displays and holiday pop-up bars are back open for the season. The Wanamaker Light Show is back for one more year with an all new vendor market. Christmas Village has a giant new Christmas pyramid in Love Park. Craftsman Row Saloon is more festive than ever as one of the top Christmas restaurants in America. On top of these three iconic traditions for thousands of families, make sure to add the below events, festivals and happenings to your holiday and Christmas bucket list. Make your plans now, text the group chat - and see you at the grand finale and kick-off to 2026 and Philly 250th celebrations at the 125th Anniversary of the Mummers Parade. Happy holidays! |
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City Sightseeing Holiday Lights Trolley Tour |
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Now through January 7 |
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Meets in Old City at Historic Bourse Building on 5th Street.
Holiday trolley tour with stops at Franklin Square, Smedley Street and The Miracle on 13th Street |
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Philadelphia Zoo Presents LumiNature |
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Now through January 3 |
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3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia One million lights, new 30 foot tall ferris wheel, Santa visits and more. |
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Manayunk Get Lit Light Show & Holiday Jolley Trolley |
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Now through December 20 |
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Historic Main Street Manayunk
Trolley + entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday! |
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Northern Liberties Holiday Shopping Stroll & Pop-Up Market |
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December 13 and 14 |
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Two dozen vendors, prizes, Santa photos, North Pole Speakeasy at Newsroom and giant tree at Mamajuana Cafe Philly. |
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Yards Brewing Home for the Holidays |
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Now through New Year's Day |
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Pajama Party with Santa - Saturday, December 13; Boxing Day Celebration - Thursday, December 26; Year in Review Trivia - Tuesday, December 30 |
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The Nutcracker by The Mid Atlantic Dance Theater |
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Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21 |
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Zlock Performing Arts Center, Newtown Acclaimed production co-directed by Andreas Jovovich and Priscilla Garner. |
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Vintner Wonderland at Renault Winery |
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Now through January 19 |
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72 Bremen Ave, Egg Harbor City
Wine barrel holiday tree, ice skating, winter village, sweets and treats, more. |
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Berwyn Holiday Market by Berwyn Farmers' Market |
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Sunday, December 14, 11-2pm |
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Bronze Plaza,
511 Old Lancaster Road, Berwyn
Live music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, 40+ vendors, food trucks, more. |
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Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink |
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Open now through February 1 |
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Flight on Ice Delco
843 N Providence Rd, Media
Family fun, ice skating, s'mores, hot cocoa and new memories. |
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125th Anniversary Philadelphia Mummers Parade |
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Thursday, January 1st New Year's Day |
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presented by Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Get your tickets now for VIP bleacher seating by City Hall!
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Presented by PR Santa Kory Aversa (aka Philly Publicist on TikTok) and Aversa PR. Thank you to one and all for one of the best holiday seasons ever - and happy new year. |
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