Week of Events
A Very Furry Christmas
Sesame Place Philadelphia will transform into a sparkling Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and holiday fun during A Very Furry Christmas! From November 14 through January 3, enjoy family-friendly attractions, holiday entertainment, Meet & Greets with Santa Claus, specialty treats, and seasonal celebrations!
Cub Scout Fall Fest for Boys & Girls
Outdoor fun continues in October as we host Cub Scout Fall Fest – a full day of programs designed to keep the adventure of Cub Scouting alive for the whole family! Join us, on any day, October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 31, for all of the excitement. Program will run 9AM – 4PM...
Monday, November 30, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
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December 1, 2026 -Songs & Stories at Rutabaga
Songs & Stories at Rutabaga
Songs and Stories is a cozy, joyful gathering where we build community through singing, stories, and play. We’ll come together for a casual circle time with favorite songs and a shared book, then open things up for free play in Rutabaga’s beautiful play space — with plenty of time to explore and enjoy our toy...
Wednesday, December 2, 2026
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December 2, 2026 -Wild Wonders Indoor Nature Playgroup
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December 2, 2026 -LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
Wild Wonders Indoor Nature Playgroup
A hands-on indoor nature class where children aged 2-5 and their grown-ups explore the amazing natural world through science experiments, sensory play, art, stories, games, and movement. Each two-hour class dives deep into a new theme, with plenty of time to explore and create. Register for a 4 class session or drop-in. Session 1 -...
LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature returns to Philadelphia Zoo this holiday season with an all-new interactive holiday adventure, inviting guests to journey through a dazzling nighttime world and an imaginative story inspired by the animals who call the Zoo their home. Follow their wishes on a magical journey to "Santa Claws" through spectacular illuminated environments filled with wildlife and...
Thursday, December 3, 2026
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December 3, 2026 -LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
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December 3, 2026 -Manayunk Stroll After Hours
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December 3, 2026 -Pennsbury Manor’s Holly Nights
LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature returns to Philadelphia Zoo this holiday season with an all-new interactive holiday adventure, inviting guests to journey through a dazzling nighttime world and an imaginative story inspired by the animals who call the Zoo their home. Follow their wishes on a magical journey to "Santa Claws" through spectacular illuminated environments filled with wildlife and...
Manayunk Stroll After Hours
Back for year two, Stroll After Hours returns to Manayunk this July—bigger, better, and buzzing every Thursday evening! After an incredible debut last summer, we’re expanding this open-air night market into an even more dynamic experience. Head down to Main Street to enjoy live music, food trucks, local artists and vendors, movie nights, plus activities...
Pennsbury Manor’s Holly Nights
Join us on Thursday December 3 or Friday December 4, from 6-9pm for the 50th Anniversary of Holly Nights. Come and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. Enjoy a family-friendly night of crackling bonfires, the merry sound of carolers, candlelit tours of the Manor House, colonial craft demonstrations, and more! Tickets available at...
Friday, December 4, 2026
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December 4, 2026 -Tiny Tots Music
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December 4, 2026 -First Friday: Start Talking Science
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December 4, 2026 -LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
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December 4, 2026 -Pennsbury Manor’s Holly Nights
Tiny Tots Music
Join us on Friday mornings for interactive, hands-on music sessions with Teacher Kyle.
First Friday: Start Talking Science
Want to know what really happens in a laboratory? Want to meet scientists doing cutting-edge research in physics, medicine, biochemistry, and more? Then let’s Start Talking Science! This First Friday, you’ll meet dozens of researchers from local universities, presenting innovative projects and answering your questions live. Stop in our museum, open late until 7pm, to...
LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature returns to Philadelphia Zoo this holiday season with an all-new interactive holiday adventure, inviting guests to journey through a dazzling nighttime world and an imaginative story inspired by the animals who call the Zoo their home. Follow their wishes on a magical journey to "Santa Claws" through spectacular illuminated environments filled with wildlife and...
Pennsbury Manor’s Holly Nights
Join us on Thursday December 3 or Friday December 4, from 6-9pm for the 50th Anniversary of Holly Nights. Come and experience the enchantment of Pennsbury Manor by candlelight. Enjoy a family-friendly night of crackling bonfires, the merry sound of carolers, candlelit tours of the Manor House, colonial craft demonstrations, and more! Tickets available at...
Saturday, December 5, 2026
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December 5, 2026 -Songs & Stories at Rutabaga
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December 5, 2026 -Snowflake Stroll 2026 at Glen Eagle Square
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December 5, 2026 -LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
Songs & Stories at Rutabaga
Songs and Stories is a cozy, joyful gathering where we build community through singing, stories, and play. We’ll come together for a casual circle time with favorite songs and a shared book, then open things up for free play in Rutabaga’s beautiful play space — with plenty of time to explore and enjoy our toy...
Snowflake Stroll 2026 at Glen Eagle Square
Celebrate the season at Glen Eagle Square’s Snowflake Stroll on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM! ❄️ Bring the whole family for complimentary printed photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, children’s activities, a winter garden with hot cocoa from Harvest Seasonal Grill, raffles, a tree lighting, and more holiday surprises throughout...
LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature returns to Philadelphia Zoo this holiday season with an all-new interactive holiday adventure, inviting guests to journey through a dazzling nighttime world and an imaginative story inspired by the animals who call the Zoo their home. Follow their wishes on a magical journey to "Santa Claws" through spectacular illuminated environments filled with wildlife and...
Sunday, December 6, 2026
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December 6, 2026 -LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature presented by PNC Bank
LumiNature returns to Philadelphia Zoo this holiday season with an all-new interactive holiday adventure, inviting guests to journey through a dazzling nighttime world and an imaginative story inspired by the animals who call the Zoo their home. Follow their wishes on a magical journey to "Santa Claws" through spectacular illuminated environments filled with wildlife and...