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Upcoming Holiday Activities in Philadelphia 🎅🎄🎁☃️


Enjoy upcoming fall activities with these family friendly festivals, events and things to do around the city.

The Ultimate Guide to Free Holiday Light Displays Near…

The Ultimate Guide to Free Holiday Light Displays Near…

As the holiday season approaches, the Philadelphia region transforms into a winter wonderland, sparkling with festive lights and decorations….
Holiday Event Guide Philadelphia

Holiday Event Guide Philadelphia

As the air turns crisp and the streets sparkle with festive lights, Philadelphia transforms into a winter wonderland bursting…
All Aboard! Best Holiday Train Rides in Pennsylvania and…

All Aboard! Best Holiday Train Rides in Pennsylvania and…

The holiday season is approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with a magical train ride through winter…
Manayunk Small Business Passport

Manayunk Small Business Passport

Shop small and shop local at over 50 small businesses in Manayunk! Find something for everyone on your list as the neighborhood kicks off the holiday season with Small Business…
Winter on the Waterfront

Winter on the Waterfront

Join us at the Independence Seaport Museum for a day full of holiday and sea-sonal activities and fun for the whole family! All activities are free with admission. Event Highlights…
Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

Morris Arboretum & Gardens’ Holiday Garden Railway

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…
Glow to Bed – A Journey Through Time

Glow to Bed – A Journey Through Time

GLOW! to Bed: The Journey Through Time, is a magical experience that takes visitors on an enchanting adventure. starting with the excitement of Christmas Eve, your family will drive through…
Yuletide Liberty Hill

Yuletide Liberty Hill

Yuletide is a Christmas market festival held in the vibrant suburbs of Philadelphia. The festival offers market shops, food & beverages, attractions, and amusement rides for all ages. This year,…
Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm

Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm

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…
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Free things to do this December 🎄

Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
*free to walk around and enjoy the twinkling lights*
@centercitydistrict 

Manayunk Gets Lit light display 
*see Main Street all lit up and vote for your favorite display*
@manayunkdotcom 

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square
*Running every 30 min beginning at 5PM*
@franklinsquarephilly 

Miracle on South 13th Street
*take a drive down this magical street*
@themiracleonsouth13thstreet 

Christmas Lights Display at Herr’s Snack Factory
*Free to drive thru and enjoy from your car*
@herrs.snacks 

The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
*free holiday fun for all*
@comcastcentercampus 

Macy’s Christmas Light Show
* Check out the window displays and dickens village*
@macys.centercity 

Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular
*walk or drive to see his awesome light display*
@smedleystreetchristmas 

Manayunk Jolly Trolley
*a free hop on/hop off trolley running Thursday/Friday/Saturday until 12/21*
@manayunkdotcom 

Santa at the Square at Suburban Square 
*family festive fun Saturdays in December*
@suburbansquare 

Peddlers Village Gingerbread Display and Holiday lights Display 
*walk around a and take in the lights! Check out their awesome gingerbread display and vote for your favorite*

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit #Christmas #HolidayShopping  #FamilyTime  #HolidayVibes  #ChristmasDecor #Winter

Free things to do this December 🎄

Wintergarden at Winter at Dilworth Park
*free to walk around and enjoy the twinkling lights*
@centercitydistrict

Manayunk Gets Lit light display
*see Main Street all lit up and vote for your favorite display*
@manayunkdotcom

Electrical Spectacle Light Show in Franklin Square
*Running every 30 min beginning at 5PM*
@franklinsquarephilly

Miracle on South 13th Street
*take a drive down this magical street*
@themiracleonsouth13thstreet

Christmas Lights Display at Herr’s Snack Factory
*Free to drive thru and enjoy from your car*
@herrs.snacks

The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
*free holiday fun for all*
@comcastcentercampus

Macy’s Christmas Light Show
* Check out the window displays and dickens village*
@macys.centercity

Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular
*walk or drive to see his awesome light display*
@smedleystreetchristmas

Manayunk Jolly Trolley
*a free hop on/hop off trolley running Thursday/Friday/Saturday until 12/21*
@manayunkdotcom

Santa at the Square at Suburban Square
*family festive fun Saturdays in December*
@suburbansquare

Peddlers Village Gingerbread Display and Holiday lights Display
*walk around a and take in the lights! Check out their awesome gingerbread display and vote for your favorite*

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit #Christmas #HolidayShopping #FamilyTime #HolidayVibes #ChristmasDecor #Winter
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🎄✨ The Perfect Holiday Getaway in Bucks County! ✨🎄

We stayed at the cutest inn - The Golden Plough Inn @goldenploughinn at Peddler’s Village. The village is magical and filled with free holiday lights, and so many adorable shops to get the perfect gifts or treat yourself. 

Explore the Gingerbread competition display! The Gingerbread Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village is AMAZING with more than 100 creative gingerbread houses created by the public! Head on over and vote for your favorites! @peddlersvillage

Indulge in delicious eats at Cock n Bull, Buttonwood Grill, The Lucky Cupcake, and Mama Hawk’s 🍽️🧁@mamahawkskitchen @cnbatpv @theluckycupcakecompany
@buttonwoodgrill

Take a play break at Giggleberry Fair! 🎠 Ride the carousel, climb through the giant Giggleberry Mountain, and score big at the arcade 🎯. There are so many fun things here for a wide variety of ages! @giggleberryfair

We ventured out of the village to explore Sesame Place and immersed ourselves in fun with all the lovable characters. We even enjoyed a festive lunch with Elmo and friends! 🍔❤️ @sesameplace

We ended out trip with a visit to Feeney’s, dazzling us with a HUGE free walk-through display of twinkling lights ✨🌟. We also picked up some gifts and décor to bring the holiday spirit home 🎁🏠 @feeneysgardencenter

Bucks County during the holidays is pure magic! Check it out experience it yourself and make unforgettable memories! This trip is a quick 40 minute drive out of Philadelphia and full of fun for the whole family!  @visitbuckspa

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #phillyparent #visitbuckscounty #BucksCounty #PeddlersVillage #HolidayGetaway #Feeneys #SesamePlace #GiggleberryFair #FamilyFun #HolidayMagic #holidayseason

🎄✨ The Perfect Holiday Getaway in Bucks County! ✨🎄

We stayed at the cutest inn - The Golden Plough Inn @goldenploughinn at Peddler’s Village. The village is magical and filled with free holiday lights, and so many adorable shops to get the perfect gifts or treat yourself.

Explore the Gingerbread competition display! The Gingerbread Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village is AMAZING with more than 100 creative gingerbread houses created by the public! Head on over and vote for your favorites! @peddlersvillage

Indulge in delicious eats at Cock n Bull, Buttonwood Grill, The Lucky Cupcake, and Mama Hawk’s 🍽️🧁@mamahawkskitchen @cnbatpv @theluckycupcakecompany
@buttonwoodgrill

Take a play break at Giggleberry Fair! 🎠 Ride the carousel, climb through the giant Giggleberry Mountain, and score big at the arcade 🎯. There are so many fun things here for a wide variety of ages! @giggleberryfair

We ventured out of the village to explore Sesame Place and immersed ourselves in fun with all the lovable characters. We even enjoyed a festive lunch with Elmo and friends! 🍔❤️ @sesameplace

We ended out trip with a visit to Feeney’s, dazzling us with a HUGE free walk-through display of twinkling lights ✨🌟. We also picked up some gifts and décor to bring the holiday spirit home 🎁🏠 @feeneysgardencenter

Bucks County during the holidays is pure magic! Check it out experience it yourself and make unforgettable memories! This trip is a quick 40 minute drive out of Philadelphia and full of fun for the whole family! @visitbuckspa

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #phillyparent #visitbuckscounty #BucksCounty #PeddlersVillage #HolidayGetaway #Feeneys #SesamePlace #GiggleberryFair #FamilyFun #HolidayMagic #holidayseason
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🚨 HUGE GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 

Teaming up with @gladly_family on this awesome giveaway! We LOVE our new stroller wagon so much that we are giving away The Adventure Bundle: Anthem Stroller Wagon valued at $599.99! 

How to enter: 
✨ Follow @kidfriendlyphilly @gladly_family 
✨ Like this post
✨ Comment and tag 3 friends in the comments

🛞 extra entries if shared to your stories

Winner will be announced 12/11 on @kidfriendlyphilly IG stories! Wagon will be shipped right to you! 

#kidfriendlyphilly #gladlyfamily

🚨 HUGE GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨

Teaming up with @gladly_family on this awesome giveaway! We LOVE our new stroller wagon so much that we are giving away The Adventure Bundle: Anthem Stroller Wagon valued at $599.99!

How to enter:
✨ Follow @kidfriendlyphilly @gladly_family
✨ Like this post
✨ Comment and tag 3 friends in the comments

🛞 extra entries if shared to your stories

Winner will be announced 12/11 on @kidfriendlyphilly IG stories! Wagon will be shipped right to you!

#kidfriendlyphilly #gladlyfamily
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Family friendly weekend planner ✨
Sorry for the delay all!!

Saturday 

Winter on the waterfront 
10AM - 5PM 
SEAPORT MUSEUM 
@phillyseaport 

Family-Friendly Ceramic Ornament Workshop
Philadelphia Magic Gardens 
2PM-330PM @phillymagicgardens 

GLOW to Bed - Holiday Drive-thru 
Sicklerville NJ
430PM-10PM 
@visitglow 

IBX Winterfest 
101 SOUTH COLUMBUS BOULEVARD
@ibxriverrink 

Christmas underwater 
Adventure Aquarium @adventureaquarium 

Manayunk Jolly Trolley 
Main Street Manayunk 
1 - 9PM @manayunkdotcom 

Holiday Garden Railway 
Morris Arboretum @morrisarboretum 

Handmade Holidays 
Bartram’s Garden
11AM-3PM @bartramsgarden 

LumiNature
Philadelphia Zoo
5PM-9PM
@philadelphiazoo 

Christmas Village in Philadelphia 
LOVE Park and City Hall
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
@philachristmas 

Sunday:

PECO Family Jams: Picassiette
12PM-4PM
Philadelphia Magic Gardens
@phillymagicgardens 

IBX Winterfest 
101 SOUTH COLUMBUS BOULEVARD

GLOW to Bed - Holiday Drive-thru 
Sicklerville NJ
430PM-10PM 

Christmas underwater 
Adventure Aquarium 

Holiday Garden Railway 
Morris Arboretum 

LumiNature
Philadelphia Zoo
5PM-9PM

Christmas Village in Philadelphia 
LOVE Park and City Hall
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

🎄🎄 more recurring holiday events can be found in my holiday event guide post! If I listed them all this post would be endless 🎄🎄

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #weekend #phillyweekend #december

Family friendly weekend planner ✨
Sorry for the delay all!!

Saturday

Winter on the waterfront
10AM - 5PM
SEAPORT MUSEUM
@phillyseaport

Family-Friendly Ceramic Ornament Workshop
Philadelphia Magic Gardens
2PM-330PM @phillymagicgardens

GLOW to Bed - Holiday Drive-thru
Sicklerville NJ
430PM-10PM
@visitglow

IBX Winterfest
101 SOUTH COLUMBUS BOULEVARD
@ibxriverrink

Christmas underwater
Adventure Aquarium @adventureaquarium

Manayunk Jolly Trolley
Main Street Manayunk
1 - 9PM @manayunkdotcom

Holiday Garden Railway
Morris Arboretum @morrisarboretum

Handmade Holidays
Bartram’s Garden
11AM-3PM @bartramsgarden

LumiNature
Philadelphia Zoo
5PM-9PM
@philadelphiazoo

Christmas Village in Philadelphia
LOVE Park and City Hall
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
@philachristmas

Sunday:

PECO Family Jams: Picassiette
12PM-4PM
Philadelphia Magic Gardens
@phillymagicgardens

IBX Winterfest
101 SOUTH COLUMBUS BOULEVARD

GLOW to Bed - Holiday Drive-thru
Sicklerville NJ
430PM-10PM

Christmas underwater
Adventure Aquarium

Holiday Garden Railway
Morris Arboretum

LumiNature
Philadelphia Zoo
5PM-9PM

Christmas Village in Philadelphia
LOVE Park and City Hall
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

🎄🎄 more recurring holiday events can be found in my holiday event guide post! If I listed them all this post would be endless 🎄🎄

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #weekend #phillyweekend #december
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Manayunk’s FREE Jolly Trolley is back until 12/21!

COMMENT “JOLLY” & I WILL SEND YOU THE FULL SCHEDULE / DETAILS! 

The Jolly Trolley will run up and down Main Street making several stops at your favorite businesses! Plus, it’s the best way to take in all the twinkling Get Lit lights ✨
@manayunkdotcom 

Dates & Times:
December 5th - 21st
Thursdays & Fridays: 5 - 9PM 
Saturdays: 1 - 9PM

#kidfriendlyphilly #manayunk #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit #Christmas #HolidayShopping  #FamilyTime  #HolidayVibes  #ChristmasDecor #Winter

Manayunk’s FREE Jolly Trolley is back until 12/21!

COMMENT “JOLLY” & I WILL SEND YOU THE FULL SCHEDULE / DETAILS!

The Jolly Trolley will run up and down Main Street making several stops at your favorite businesses! Plus, it’s the best way to take in all the twinkling Get Lit lights ✨
@manayunkdotcom

Dates & Times:
December 5th - 21st
Thursdays & Fridays: 5 - 9PM
Saturdays: 1 - 9PM

#kidfriendlyphilly #manayunk #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit #Christmas #HolidayShopping #FamilyTime #HolidayVibes #ChristmasDecor #Winter
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Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular 
@smedleystreetchristmas 

2700 Smedley Street in South Philadelphia goes all out with lights and decor! From their adorable window displays to their candy cane tunnel this little community puts on something special. It is free to see! 

**please be respectful as you go through as this is a neighborhood created light display ❤️**

#kidfriendlyphilly #visitphilly #philly #philadelphia #holiday #holidayseason  #christmastime #christmas2024  #phillymomblogger #momblogger #phillymom #phillydad #phillyparent #phillykids #kidfriendly #familyfriendly #smedleystreetchristmas

Smedley Street Christmas Light Spectacular
@smedleystreetchristmas

2700 Smedley Street in South Philadelphia goes all out with lights and decor! From their adorable window displays to their candy cane tunnel this little community puts on something special. It is free to see!

**please be respectful as you go through as this is a neighborhood created light display ❤️**

#kidfriendlyphilly #visitphilly #philly #philadelphia #holiday #holidayseason #christmastime #christmas2024 #phillymomblogger #momblogger #phillymom #phillydad #phillyparent #phillykids #kidfriendly #familyfriendly #smedleystreetchristmas
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✨🎄GIVEAWAY 🎄✨

We are giving 2 families tickets to the Glow to bed - The Journey Through Time drive thru light show!

HOW TO ENTER:

1️⃣ FOLLOW @visitglow @kidfriendlyphilly 
2️⃣ LIKE THIS POST
3️⃣ COMMENT AND TAG 3 FRIENDS 

WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED MONDAY 12/9 ON @kidfriendlyphilly STORIES!

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #southjersey #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit  #FamilyTime #HolidayVibes #LetItSnow

✨🎄GIVEAWAY 🎄✨

We are giving 2 families tickets to the Glow to bed - The Journey Through Time drive thru light show!

HOW TO ENTER:

1️⃣ FOLLOW @visitglow @kidfriendlyphilly
2️⃣ LIKE THIS POST
3️⃣ COMMENT AND TAG 3 FRIENDS

WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED MONDAY 12/9 ON @kidfriendlyphilly STORIES!

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #southjersey #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #PhillyParent#PhillyFamilyLife #HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #Christmas2024 #HolidaySeason #FestiveSeason #WinterWonderland #SeasonGreetings #HolidaySpirit #FamilyTime #HolidayVibes #LetItSnow
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Brunch with Santa @franklinsquarephilly 🎅🏻🥞

Enjoy a special holiday brunch inside the heated tent while visiting with Santa! The perfect holiday photo opportunity!

COMMENT SANTA AND I WILL SEND THE LINK!

Menu from @cosmis_deli 
French Toast Sticks
Silver Dollar Pancakes
Scrambled Eggs
Pork and Turkey Bacon
Home Fries
Mini Croissants/Muffins/Pastries
Yogurt/Parfaits

Pricing: $20 Kids | $25 Adults

**Space is limited so get your 🎟️🎅🏻**

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly  #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #christmas #christmas2024 #franklinsquare #historicphilly #brunchwithsanta

Brunch with Santa @franklinsquarephilly 🎅🏻🥞

Enjoy a special holiday brunch inside the heated tent while visiting with Santa! The perfect holiday photo opportunity!

COMMENT SANTA AND I WILL SEND THE LINK!

Menu from @cosmis_deli
French Toast Sticks
Silver Dollar Pancakes
Scrambled Eggs
Pork and Turkey Bacon
Home Fries
Mini Croissants/Muffins/Pastries
Yogurt/Parfaits

Pricing: $20 Kids | $25 Adults

**Space is limited so get your 🎟️🎅🏻**

#kidfriendlyphilly #philly #philadelphia #phillykids #familyfriendly #phillyfamily #visitphilly #momblogger #phillymomblogger #phillyparents #PhillyFamilyFun #christmas #christmas2024 #franklinsquare #historicphilly #brunchwithsanta
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