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  • Peter Wentz Farmstead’s Candlelight Event

    Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

    Peter Wentz Farmstead's Candlelight Event Saturday, December 3, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Lansdale, PA – Come spend a lovely winter’s eve with us at the Peter Wentz Farmstead’s annual Candlelight Event! The soft glow of candles will light your way as you explore this historic property. Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with this picturesque look at wintertime on a colonial Pennsylvanian farm. Register for timed tickets in order to tour the first floor of the historic house and learn how people made do on cold December nights before the advent of electricity and central heating.

    Free

  • Winter Wonderland at Smith Memorial Playground

    Smith Memorial Playground 3500 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, United States

    Smith Memorial Playground & Playhouse invites families to its historic 6 ½ acre Playground and indoor play space in East Fairmount Park to celebrate all things frosty and fun in the midst of the holiday season! Families will enjoy an ice carving demonstration by local sculptor Roger Wing, s'mores roasting over fire pits, an array of winter-themed crafts, and tasty treats. Admission is $10 per child or free for adults, Smith members, and ACCESS card holders. This event is rain or shine.

    $10

  • Festively Fly Holiday Market

    Full Moon hike
    Location 215 990 Spring Garden Street, #1st floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    All Black Everything Pop-Up curates the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market - a commerce space for Black businesses that introduces ALL nationalities to dope Black brands from around the country ready to supply your holiday shopping needs! Listen and vibe to DJ sets all evening as well as a live musical performance at 6PM. Snap a Festively Fly photo at Black women owned Soirees & Sendoffs holiday installation, spin and pose on the 360 Machine, sample and purchase wine from Black owned Pennsylvania winery Cyrenity Sips, munch on snacks, sweets, and sip lemonade provided by We Eatin Snack Company, Not

    $25

  • Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop

    Riverbend Environmental Education Center 1950 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PA, United States

    Do you have invasive vines growing in your yard? Join Riverbend staff for the first event in our Sustainable Living Series to learn how to remove vines and turn them into something beautiful. We’ll begin the workshop outside with some easy-to-follow instructions on removing invasive vines like English Ivy and five-leaf akebia. Clippers and work gloves will be provided. Next we’ll move inside Riverbend’s barn to turn the vines into a decoration you can enjoy in your own home or gift to a loved one. Every participant will receive a wooden wreath frame and have access to tools and supplies

    $40

  • Festively Fly Holiday Market 2024

    Location 215 990 Spring Garden Street, #1st floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Shop for the holidays and support Black businesses at the annual Festively Fly Holiday Market on Sunday, December 15th from 12pm – 8pm at Location 215 (990 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123)! Grab your holiday gifts from dope Black brands curated by All Black Everything Pop Up, listen and vibe to DJ sets and live performances, snap a photo of your fit at the Holiday Installation or 360 pose machine, and enjoy free Black-owned treats and beverages! General Admission is 2 Tickets for $20: https://blacksoulsummer.com/allblackeverything/

    $2 – $20

  • Fort Mifflin Krampusnacht Festival

    Fort Mifflin 6400 Hog Island Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Historic Fort Mifflin invites you to experience a holiday event with a twist at its first-ever Krampusnacht Festival on December 5th only. Moving far beyond the usual cheerful Christmas village, this unique celebration dives into the ancient European folklore of Krampusnacht, the "dark companion" of Saint Nicholas who punishes the naughty. Attendees can explore the historic grounds while enjoying a night of thrilling live entertainment, vendors, music, and games, all complemented by offerings from local breweries and distilleries and many local vendors selling gothy and punk alternatives to your usual Christmas cheer. Don't miss this one-night-only chance to embrace the

    $38 – $85

  • Happy Holidays from Rox

    Pocket Park 6170 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, United States

    Pocket Park • Krams Avenue • Ridge Avenue & Beyond Roxborough Development Corporation is jingling into the season with Happy Holidays from Rox 2025 — a one-day neighborhood celebration filled with festive fun, local shopping, and community cheer! ✨ Highlights: 🛍️ Artisan Market – Shop local makers and find one-of-a-kind gifts. ❄️ Snowflake Scavenger Hunt – Discover artist-designed snowflakes in Ridge Ave shops and win prizes! 🎄 The Wishing Tree – Craft your own ornament and share your holiday wish. 🎄 Ugly Holiday Sweater contest at 1:30PM in Pocket Park 🎅 Santa Visits Pocket Park – Arriving by fire truck

    Free

  • Santa on East Passyunk!

    Urban Jungle 1526 East Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

    Free photos with Santa is a fan-favorite tradition on East Passyunk Avenue for both humans and furry friends alike. Jolly Saint Nick hits the Avenue on Thursday, December 11 from 4:00 - 6:00pm at the Urban Jungle (1526 East Passyunk Avenue).

    Free

  • Closet Factory’s ‘Holiday Wonderland’ to Benefit Bethanna

    Closet Factory Mt. Laurel Township 3001 Irwin Rd E., Mt. Laurel Township, NJ, United States

    Closet Factory Philadelphia invites families to celebrate the season at Holiday Wonderland, a free, family-friendly shopping and fundraising event benefiting Bethanna, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 10 am – 3 pm at 3001 Irwin Rd E, Mt. Laurel Township, NJ 08054. Guests can shop for holiday gifts from an array of local artisans, including Melange Boutique, Eternal Jewelry, EKT Designs, Simply Nestled, Busy Hand Dough Co., The Honest Crumb, VIIX Paradise, JG Artistry, and Sophie’s Stitching. The festive day also includes photos with Santa, letter-writing to the North Pole, a holiday craft area, a toy drive supporting Bethanna families,

    Free

  • City Cruises Philadelphia New Year’s Eve Signature Dinner Cruise

    City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, United States

    Ring in the new year with City Cruises Philadelphia’s New Year’s Eve Signature Dinner Cruise! Enjoy festive fun for the whole family with a chef-prepared dinner buffet, creative cocktails, live DJ entertainment, and even a fireworks display! Set sail with City Cruises this New Year’s Eve, and bring unforgettable memories into 2026!

    $205