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Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection

​The African American Museum in Philadelphia 701 Arch St, Philadelphia

The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is proud to present, “Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection,” featuring paintings from the personal collection of award-winning actress, CCH Pounder. This exhibition, curated exclusively for AAMP, is a stunning collection of contemporary art that spans the African […]

Ice Dinosaurs Exhibit

The Academy of Natural Sciences 1900 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia

Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]

Event Series LIGHT THROUGH A GLASS SPRING

Light Through a Glass Spring

Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia South at The Navy Yard 1001 Intrepid Avenue, Philadelphia

Light through a glass spring features work by artists Cynthia Goodman Brantley and Emily Selvin. Emily’s translucent glass and Cynthia’s glowing drawings play with mixing non-literal forms and perceived function. Both artists embrace openness in their pieces, and leave their work available to viewers’ analysis. […]

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Event Series The Comeuppance

The Comeuppance

The Wilma Theater 265 S Broad Street, Philadelphia

From the boundary pushing, Tony Award-winning playwright Branden Jacobs-Jenkins (An Octoroon), this electrifying comedy is a meditation on impermanence, nostalgia, and isolation. Anticipating their 20-year high school reunion, fueled by adult jungle juice and pot, four former classmates reminisce at a porch pre-party that hangs […]

Holidays on the Hill | Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill 8000 to 8600 blocks of Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia

During Holidays on the Hill, visitors can immerse themselves in the season’s spirit by strolling through one of Philadelphia’s most historic villages! Guests can enjoy the holiday cheer of Chestnut Hill with a brass quartet, view an outdoor model train display at Morris Arboretum and take […]

Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm

Shady Brook Farm 931 Stony Hill Rd., Yardley

Shady Brook Farm's spectacular Holiday Light Show features more than three million lights illuminating acres of farmland. Encounter whimsical displays and familiar characters as you drive through in the comfort of your own car or enjoy the show on an open-air wagon ride. Opens on […]

The Play That Goes Wrong at Plays & Players Theater

Play & Players Theatre 1714 Delancey Street, Philadelphia

This farcical murder mystery and play within a play, conceived by award-winning company Mischief Theatre, looks at the inept and accident-prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society as they embark on producing an ambitious 1920s murder mystery. As hilarious disaster after disaster ensues and the cast starts to […]

Event Series Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

The Media Theatre 104 East State Street, Media

The holiday season has come to life on The Media Theatre stage! This music-revue style production features all of your favorite wintery classic songs with some of the finest singers & dancers to bring it to life. After opening a holiday storybook, join your favorite […]

Macy’s Christmas Light Show

Macy's Center City 1300 Market Street, Philadelphia

One of the grandest of Philadelphia traditions returns this year, lighting up the Grand Court of the historic Wanamaker Building - location of America's first department store. Spanning seven decades, this iconic display features thousands of festive lights accompanied by music from the 110-plus-year-old Wanamaker Organ. […]

Miracle on South 13th Street

The Miracle on South 13th Street Holiday Light Display 1700 S 13th St, Philadelphia

Head down to South Philly for one of the most spectacular neighborhood displays in all of Pennsylvania. Every year, the stretch of 13th Street between Tasker and Morris lights up. Neighbors go all out with lights and displays to celebrate the season, along with accompanying […]

Grand Illumination at American Heritage Credit Union

American Heritage Credit Union 2060 Red Lion Road, Philadelphia

American Heritage Credit Union's Annual Grand Illumination celebration is the perfect event to kick-off the holiday season. Our free Grand Illumination has become one of the most beloved holiday traditions in Philadelphia and includes the lighting of two 40-foot Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths, and over […]

Christmas Village | Festival of Trees

City Hall and LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia

Featuring 20 decked out trees, the Festival of Trees returns to this year's Christmas Village in all it's Holiday Splendor. Tree Lighting Ceremony: December 05 @ 6:00pm Festival Dates: Dec 5th – Dec 24th Hours: Sun – Thur: 12-7pm  |   Fri – Sat: 12 – […]

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Event Series Chilly Philly Mini Golf in Franklin Square

Chilly Philly Mini Golf in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Putt through 18 holes of wintry fun this holiday season! Center City’s only outdoor mini golf course transforms into a winter wonderland both day and night during Winter in Franklin Square. Chilly Philly Mini Golf features lights, seasonal music, and larger-than-life wintertime friends throughout the […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Christmas Around the Farm – Linvilla Orchards

Linvilla Orchards 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media

During the holiday season, Linvilla Orchards transform the Farm into a Winter Wonderland. Featuring Santa and his elves, handmade wreaths, greens and holly, and a sea of poinsettias. Shop an enormous selection of timeless holiday decorations, children’s toys and collectibles you won't find anywhere else. […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Event Series Manayunk Gets Lit

Manayunk Gets Lit

Main Street Manayunk Main St., Philadelphia

The season is upon us and there is no better place to celebrate than Main Street in Manayunk!  Mannyunk Gets Lit is a lights and display competition where Main Street lights up with more than eighty thousand lights, with the participation of over 50 businesses. […]

Event Series Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market

Rittenhouse Farmers’ Market

18th & Walnut Streets 18th & Walnut Streets, Philadelphia

Summer hours: Saturdays from 9am to 2pm, Tuesdays 9am to 2pm. 1800 Walnut Street, Center City, Philadelphia 19103 The list of expected vendors is subject to change without notice. View the most up-to-date upcoming market lineups.

Wildlife Spotlight Series at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia

Learn about your favorite species in the Philadelphia Zoo's NEW Wildlife Spotlight Series! Connect with animal experts, enjoy animal-themed activities for all ages, and experience exhibits from a new perspective. The Wildlife Spotlight Series is included with Zoo admission!   Rhino Spotlight August 22-25 | Come […]

Event Series The Comcast Holiday Spectacular

The Comcast Holiday Spectacular

The Comcast Center Plaza 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia

The sights and sounds of the holidays come alive in this free, 15-minute show, The Comcast Holiday Spectacular, which has quickly become a new holiday tradition in Philadelphia. Marvel at holiday scenes brought to life in this multi-sensory show, featuring classics like Jingle Bell Rock, The Twelve Days of Christmas and The Nutcracker​​​​​; a […]

Event Series Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND

Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia Plymouth Meeting Mall, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting

Build the best memories at Philadelphia's top family holiday event, Holiday Bricktacular! Daily from November 29 - January 1, families can enjoy a winter wonderland of activities, festive decorations and more at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia. Holiday Bricktacular Activities: New for 2024! Build To Give […]

Event Series Macy’s Dickens Village & Santa

Macy’s Dickens Village & Santa

Macy's Center City 1300 Market Street, Philadelphia

One of the most nostalgic family holiday experiences Philadelphia has to offer, this immersive experience is a vintage animatronic retelling of A Christmas Carol. After exploring the fabulous displays and gorgeous lights, you can take the family to meet Santa and let him know what […]

Family Game Night

Rutabaga Toy Library 3426 Conrad St c2, Philadelphia

Weekly gatherings - a wonderful way to explore Rutabaga & meet new friends! Hangouts are open to the public: free for members & just $10 drop-in for non-members. From RING TOSS to BINGO to TWISTER, there’s something for all ages at Rutabaga’s weekly game night!

LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo

Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia

Philly Zoo Comes to Light LumiNature is back for another season of sights, sounds, and surprises! See more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones at the zoo's biggest and brightest holiday light show yet. Open from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. on weekends and […]

Event Series Manayunk Jolly Trolley

Manayunk Jolly Trolley

Main Street Manayunk, Philadelphia

Bring the family to Main Street all season long for Get LIT weekends which will feature food and drink deals, shopping specials, festive live entertainment, and the FREE Jolly Trolley. The Jolly Trolley will run up and down Main Street making several stops at your […]

Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars

Abington Art Center 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown

Astra Lumina is coming to Philadelphia for an enchanted night walk at the Abington Art Center inviting the audience 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. Created […]

Event Series Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square

Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia

Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]

Event Series ELF The Broadway Musical

ELF The Broadway Musical | 2 pm & 7:30 pm

Don’t walk 3,408 miles from the North Pole to New York when Walnut Street Theatre brings the holidays to you! The 2024-25 Season continues with ELF The Broadway Musical. Previews begin November 19 and the show runs through December 29, 2024 which includes holiday performances. Open captioning will […]