It’s beginning to look like the holiday season in Philadelphia! From festive light shows to ice skating, we’ve been adding tons of awesome holiday happenings to our calendar. Below are just some of the events we’ve handpicked for college students to check out this month.
2017 Franklin Square Holiday Festival
200 N 6th St | Now until December 21
For the 21-plus crowd, the Winter Beer Garden will be open in the evenings. Gather by the outdoor fire pits to drink craft beers, wine and specialty cocktails.
The Christmas Village in Philadelphia
LOVE Park | Now until December 24
Modeled after traditional European open-air Christmas markets, Christmas Village in Philadelphia is a daily outdoor holiday market selling all sorts of gift-able items right in the heart of Center City.
Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show in Franklin Square
Now until December 31 | 4:30 – 8 pm, Sundays – Thursdays, 9 pm on Fridays & Saturdays; final show at 8 pm on December 24
Marvel at more than 50,000 lights as they shimmer, dance, and illuminate the Square to a soundtrack of holiday classics. Every evening, one lucky audience member will be selected to “ignite” the 4:30 pm show.
Historic Holiday Nights in Old City
2nd and Market St | Thursdays, 5-8PM | November 30 – December 28
More than 50 participating boutiques, shops, art galleries, museums, salons, spas, restaurants and cafes around the neighborhood will treat visitors to special sales, discounts, promotions, seasonal cocktails, added menu items, special events and extended hours.
Macy’s Christmas Light Show at Macy’s Center City
Now until December 31 | 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
A whopping 34,500 LED lights create a visual spectacular accompanied by festive music from the world-renowned Wanamaker Grand Organ
The Miracle on South 13th Street Holiday Light Display
Now until January 1 | 5PM-12AM
Take a stroll down the 1600 Block of South 13th Street (between Tasker & Morris) and enjoy Philadelphia’s favorite holiday display!
Deck the Hall Light Show at Dilworth Park Wintergarden
Now until January 1 | Every hour on the half hour and more frequently on weekends
Center City District, in collaboration with 6abc, brings City Hall to life this holiday season with a FREE nightly choreographed light show, projected onto Philadelphia’s Historic City Hall.
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
101 South Columbus Blvd | Now until March 4
This seasonal winter park includes a beautifully lit landscape featuring a majestic holiday tree, outdoor seating area with fire pits, cozy warming cabins, the Franklin Fountain Confectionary Cabin, and a chalet-inspired Lodge with food and beverages from local restauranteurs.
