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Manayunk businesses are decking out their storefronts, windows, roofs, and more with over 80,000 lights during Manayunk Gets Lit! Stroll Main Street or hop on the Jolly Trolley to take in the magic of the lights, and cast your vote for your favorite light displays. […]
Grab your scarf, your soft pretzel, and your best “Yo!”—’cause we’re bringing the brotherly love and the barbershop buzz! Join ArtSmart for a one-of-a-kind benefit concert featuring The Philadelphia Gritty-Tones, a barbershop holiday quartet made up of four top-tier Philly musicians who harmonize harder than […]
An exhibition featuring artwork by Kathleen Greco and Andrea Bartine Caldarise exploring ocean life and natural landscapes will be on view starting from November 4, 2025 through April 14, 2026. Through their distinct styles, both artists explore patterns, textures, and forms found in nature. The […]
Enjoy the magic of the Christmas Village at City Hall and LOVE Park from November 22nd through December 24th. With free admission, visitors can experience an authentic German-style market filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and handcrafted gifts. Some activities include riding the Ferris wheel, […]
Families can celebrate the wonder of winter at Please Touch Museum as December begins with seasonal art projects, hands-on activities, and a special performance by the Chocolate Ballerinas featuring selections from their holiday production, The Nutcracker Dipped In Chocolate.
The Philadelphia Dance Academy and The Philadelphia Youth Ballet presents a free mini Nutcracker performance at the Parkway Central Library on Saturday, December 6th. Everyone is welcome, and seating is on a first-come, first-seated basis. Doors open at 9:30 am.
This Artists' Books & Paper Crafts is a wonderful opportunity for families to discover handmade art and meet local artists. The event features artists' books, blank books, prints, paper jewelry, zines, and paper-based art. With free admission, families and friends can browse unique creations and […]
Bundle up and experience a traditional Swedish Christmas Market at the American Swedish Historical Museum! Shop Scandinavian food, gifts, holiday decorations, and handmade crafts in a heated outdoor tent. Browse unique finds at Mormor's Attic secondhand sale, grab fresh baked goods from SWEA Philadelphia, and […]
On December 6th, OSB TEAMS is proud to announce their recruitment for student athletes to participate in the Basketball Tryouts to be recommended for an advancement to USA BASKETBALL to potentially play in the amateur league to fulfill their dreams of becoming a professional basketball […]
Celebrate the season at the museum’s second annual Winter on the Waterfront! Enjoy festive, family-friendly activities like, Seaport Snowflakes, Knot-Tying Ornaments, Gingerbread Boat Building, and Holiday Tours aboard Olympia. New This Year: Cannoli Flavor Contest! In partnership with Holy Cannoli, create a history-inspired cannoli filling […]
This is a day of speakers, workshops, working groups, panels, and performances, all geared towards sharing resources and establishing connections in support of LGBTQ+ youth. Register for free! If you’re interested in serving as a vendor or having a table onsite, please visit our website.
Learn to fold the mini lucky stars you’ve seen on TikTok and transform them into ornaments, garlands, or an 8" paper tree using a variety of colorful papers. You’ll take home all the materials and know-how to keep creating on your own. This class is […]
Riverbend invites families to join them for a festive afternoon at their Merry and Mindful Makers Market on December 6th, featuring local artists, makers, and growers sharing handmade, eco-friendly gifts at an outdoor marketplace. Guests can enjoy s'mores roasting, wreath making, live painting and Mala-knotting […]
Visit the 5th annual Christmas in Kensington, an indoor holiday market filled with local vendors, live music, festive food, and seasonal drinks from Philadelphia Brewing Company. Create your own ornament, shop unique gifts, and enjoy a full day of community celebration—all safe from the winter […]
Roxborough Development Corporation presents Happy Holidays from Rox 2025, a neighborhood celebration with local shopping, holiday crafts, and seasonal activities. The day features Santa's arrival by fire truck at 3PM and concludes with a tree lighting ceremony at 5:30PM.
Families can discover endless fun at Christmas Village, making it an ideal spot for holiday celebrations! Take part in the dedicated Family Weekend on December 6th and 7th, featuring an array of delightful activities just for youngest guests. Capture joyful memories with Phil the Reindeer, […]
Running from December 6th, 2025 to January 10th, 2026, “Atopos Adaptation” is a multimedia exhibition featuring seven InLiquid Artist Members exploring life and form, and investigating the beauty, diversity, and uniqueness of organisms with whom we coexist. Using ecology as a point of inspiration, the […]
This interactive, sensory-rich author visit with Thembi Palmer invites children to explore food, culture, and curiosity through storytelling, rhythm, and play. Free books will be available while supplies last, and the program is ideal for children ages 3-8 and their families. Sponsored by the Philadelphia […]
Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra's Festival of Carols offers a festive program of traditional carols and seasonal music, concluding with the world premiere of Wake Up by composer Melissa Dunphy. Commissioned through the Michael Kemp Fund for New Music, the piece features choir, orchestra, and […]
Join the City of Camden for the annual tree lighting at the aquarium circle! Come watch the tree light up for the holidays and enjoy family activities, performances, fire pits, food and more on Saturday, December 6th 4PM to 8PM (Aquarium Loop Dr, Camden, NJ […]
Montgomery County Chorale & Orchestra's Festival of Carols offers a festive program of traditional carols and seasonal music, concluding with the world premiere of Wake Up by composer Melissa Dunphy. Commissioned through the Michael Kemp Fund for New Music, the piece features choir, orchestra, and […]
