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Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Pennsylvania Ballet Presents The Nutcracker, The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center, Macy’s Christmas Light Show, Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall, Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo, Peddler’s Village Grand Illumination Celebration, Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square, A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens, A Very Philly Holiday at One Liberty Observation Deck, Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park, Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village, First Friday, Three Kings Day at the Kimmel Center, First Sunday, Philadelphia Eagles vs Seattle Seahawks, Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink, Ice Skating at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, Yards Brewing Co Tours, Irish Sessions at Plough and the Stars and so much more, you might need a vacation after this week!
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of December ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for December 2019 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~ December 30 ~ Win $100! Starting at 9 pm enjoy Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Big Money!! ~ Quizzo at The Plough & the Stars ~
A Very Philly Holiday at One Liberty Observation Deck ~ December 30 ~ Held at One Liberty Observation Deck at 1650 Market Street, 57th floor. Guided holiday tours of the attraction take place Fridays through Sundays at select times and are included with general admission. ~ Get Tix ~ ~ A Very Philly Holiday at One Liberty Observation Deck ~
Pennsylvania Ballet Presents The Nutcracker ~ December 30 – 31 (select dates) – Held at the Academy of Music at 240 S. Broad Street. The Pennsylvania Ballet returns to the grand Academy of Music for an elegant (yet kid-friendly) Philadelphia dance tradition. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score pairs with lavish sets and costumes as well as enchanting performances by the dancers, who bring the story of one girl’s whimsical dream to life. ~ Pennsylvania Ballet Presents The Nutcracker ~
Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square ~ December 30 – 31 ~ FREE to attend – Pay-As-You-Go. This attraction features a 10-foot-tall kite made of lights that sparkle and spread down a custom 250-foot kite string and hundreds of feet of holiday garlands, which will cover the Square. These lights are set to dazzle you eight times daily, every 30 minutes, between 4:30 to 8:00 pm Sunday through Thursday and until 9:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays. You can experience two different seven-minute shows that will alternate throughout each evening. Throughout the season, enjoy many events such as FranklinSquareFridays, The Grinch, Thankful Friday, the arrival of Santa Claus, Star Wars, The Nutcracker, Frozen, Hanukkah/Kwanzas Celebration, Santa Saturdays, Seasonal Sounds on Sundays, Jingle and Mingle with Santa, Santa PAWS, Lightning Bolt Holiday Express train rides around the Square, and the traditional family-friendly Kid’s New Year’s Eve Countdown and Dance Party. ~ Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square ~
Macy’s Christmas Light Show ~ December 30 – 31 ~ FREE – Held at Macy’s at 1300 Market Street. Visitors will enjoy images of snowmen, reindeer, snowflakes and more that dance across the atrium inside of the historic Wanamaker building (now Macy’s Center City). This all takes place to a seasonal soundtrack that is narrated by Julie Andrews which runs every two hours during store hours. Make sure you head to the second floor to where you can explore the vintage Dickens Village, where more than 100 intricate animated dolls and sets retell A Christmas Carol. Each free walkthrough ends in a chance to meet and get photos with Santa. ~ Macy’s Christmas Light Show ~
Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~ December 30 – January 1 ~ FREE – Hours: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at City Hall at 1 S. 15th Street. Experience a light show on the west side of City Hall and where visitors can shop a multitude of vendors for unique gifts perfect for holiday giving and also view a holiday tree all lit up at night on the north side. ~ Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~ December 30 – January 1 ~ FREE – Held at Comcast Center at 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Enjoy this Philly holiday tradition as the super high-res LED holiday show combines the Pennsylvania Ballet’s The Nutcracker, a magical sleigh ride over the city (with a bird’s-eye view of the new Comcast Technology Center) and a sing-along in 15 minutes of free fun. The show runs daily from 10 am to 8 pm (every hour on the hour except 5 pm on weekdays). ~ The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~
Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~ December 30 – January 1 ~ Held at Dilworth Park at 1 S. 15th Street. This market features more than 45 local artisans, crafters, designers and food vendors selling their wares in festive tents topped with Herrnhut Stars. Shoppers can find a great selection of gifts, specialty foods and more at the open-air market. ~ Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ December 30 – January 4, 2020 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ December 30 – February 23, 2020 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ December 30 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ December 30 – March 8, 2020 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Franklin Square ~ Open 2019 ~ Enjoy mini-golf, a carousel, food and drink options and an outdoor space for kids or to simply hang out at Franklin Square. ~ Franklin Square ~
The Rail Park Opening ~ Open ~ This awesome new public space is FREE to the public. This space allows visitors to enjoy seating, public art, greenery and elevated city views! The area stretches from Broad and Noble streets, jumps up to the Reading Viaduct overhead and ends above the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. ~ The Rail Park Opening ~
New Year’s Eve Fireworks ~ December 31 ~ Two fireworks sessions: 6 pm and midnight. Enjoy many locations to watch the Philadelphia Fireworks on New Year’s Eve. We have even listed special events and parties. ~ New Year’s Eve Fireworks ~
Biggest New Year’s Eve Parties in Philadelphia ~ December 31 ~ Enjoy our guide to some of the best New Year’s Eve parties throughout Philadelphia for both children and adults! ~ Biggest New Year’s Eve Parties in Philadelphia ~
Pennsylvania Ballet Presents The Nutcracker ~ December 31 – Held at the Academy of Music at 240 S. Broad Street. The Pennsylvania Ballet returns to the grand Academy of Music for an elegant (yet kid-friendly) Philadelphia dance tradition. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score pairs with lavish sets and costumes as well as enchanting performances by the dancers, who bring the story of one girl’s whimsical dream to life. ~ Pennsylvania Ballet Presents The Nutcracker ~
Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square ~ December 31 ~ FREE to attend – Pay-As-You-Go. This attraction features a 10-foot-tall kite made of lights that sparkle and spread down a custom 250-foot kite string and hundreds of feet of holiday garlands, which will cover the Square. These lights are set to dazzle you eight times daily, every 30 minutes, between 4:30 to 8:00 pm Sunday through Thursday and until 9:00 pm Fridays and Saturdays. You can experience two different seven-minute shows that will alternate throughout each evening. Throughout the season, enjoy many events such as FranklinSquareFridays, The Grinch, Thankful Friday, the arrival of Santa Claus, Star Wars, The Nutcracker, Frozen, Hanukkah/Kwanzas Celebration, Santa Saturdays, Seasonal Sounds on Sundays, Jingle and Mingle with Santa, Santa PAWS, Lightning Bolt Holiday Express train rides around the Square, and the traditional family-friendly Kid’s New Year’s Eve Countdown and Dance Party. ~ Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square ~
Macy’s Christmas Light Show ~ December 31 ~ FREE – Held at Macy’s at 1300 Market Street. Visitors will enjoy images of snowmen, reindeer, snowflakes and more that dance across the atrium inside of the historic Wanamaker building (now Macy’s Center City). This all takes place to a seasonal soundtrack that is narrated by Julie Andrews which runs every two hours during store hours. Make sure you head to the second floor to where you can explore the vintage Dickens Village, where more than 100 intricate animated dolls and sets retell A Christmas Carol. Each free walkthrough ends in a chance to meet and get photos with Santa. ~ Macy’s Christmas Light Show ~
Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~ December 31 – January 1 ~ FREE – Hours: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at City Hall at 1 S. 15th Street. Experience a light show on the west side of City Hall and where visitors can shop a multitude of vendors for unique gifts perfect for holiday giving and also view a holiday tree all lit up at night on the north side. ~ Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~ December 31 – January 1 ~ FREE – Held at Comcast Center at 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Enjoy this Philly holiday tradition as the super high-res LED holiday show combines the Pennsylvania Ballet’s The Nutcracker, a magical sleigh ride over the city (with a bird’s-eye view of the new Comcast Technology Center) and a sing-along in 15 minutes of free fun. The show runs daily from 10 am to 8 pm (every hour on the hour except 5 pm on weekdays). ~ The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~
Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~ December 31 – January 1 ~ Held at Dilworth Park at 1 S. 15th Street. This market features more than 45 local artisans, crafters, designers and food vendors selling their wares in festive tents topped with Herrnhut Stars. Shoppers can find a great selection of gifts, specialty foods and more at the open-air market. ~ Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ December 31 – January 4, 2020 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ December 31 – February 23, 2020 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ December 31 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ December 31 – March 8, 2020 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Franklin Square ~ Open 2019 ~ Enjoy mini-golf, a carousel, food and drink options and an outdoor space for kids or to simply hang out at Franklin Square. ~ Franklin Square ~
The Rail Park Opening ~ Open ~ This awesome new public space is FREE to the public. This space allows visitors to enjoy seating, public art, greenery and elevated city views! The area stretches from Broad and Noble streets, jumps up to the Reading Viaduct overhead and ends above the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. ~ The Rail Park Opening ~
Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours ~ Month of January ~ Come check out the many Mural Arts tours throughout Philadelphia. ~ Philadelphia Mural Arts Tours for January 2020 or 215-925-3633. ~ About Philadelphia Mural Arts ~
Mummers Day Parade ~ January 1 ~ Starts at 9 am at 15th and Market Sts. The Mummers Parade, which is a New Year’s Day tradition, returns for its 120th year. Nothing like seeing and hearing a String Band performing live in the Mummers Parade which is a one-of-a-kind experience. ~ Mummers Day Parade ~
Pay-What-You-Wish ~ January 1 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every Wednesday from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~ January 1 ~ FREE – Hours: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at City Hall at 1 S. 15th Street. Experience a light show on the west side of City Hall and where visitors can shop a multitude of vendors for unique gifts perfect for holiday giving and also view a holiday tree all lit up at night on the north side. ~ Deck the Hall Light Show at City Hall ~
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~ January 1 ~ FREE – Held at Comcast Center at 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Enjoy this Philly holiday tradition as the super high-res LED holiday show combines the Pennsylvania Ballet’s The Nutcracker, a magical sleigh ride over the city (with a bird’s-eye view of the new Comcast Technology Center) and a sing-along in 15 minutes of free fun. The show runs daily from 10 am to 8 pm (every hour on the hour except 5 pm on weekdays). ~ The Comcast Holiday Spectacular at the Comcast Center ~
Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~ January 1 ~ Held at Dilworth Park at 1 S. 15th Street. This market features more than 45 local artisans, crafters, designers and food vendors selling their wares in festive tents topped with Herrnhut Stars. Shoppers can find a great selection of gifts, specialty foods and more at the open-air market. ~ Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ January 1 – 4 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ January 1 – 5 (select dates) ~ Held at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. This immersive display transforms the zoo’s day-scape into a nighttime multimedia light and music spectacle. Dancing lights and sounds throughout furnish illusions of animals (and trees!) coming to life. A flock of plastic flamingos forms a 25-foot-tall tree, an enormous polar bear display broadcasts the magnificence of our planet and all four seasons host their very own party. Seasonal fare, live performers, hot chocolate and ever-warming adult beverages promise to spark the holiday spirit. ~ LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ January 1 – February 23, 2020 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ January 1 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ January 1 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ January 2 – 4 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ January 2 – 5 (select dates) ~ Held at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. This immersive display transforms the zoo’s day-scape into a nighttime multimedia light and music spectacle. Dancing lights and sounds throughout furnish illusions of animals (and trees!) coming to life. A flock of plastic flamingos forms a 25-foot-tall tree, an enormous polar bear display broadcasts the magnificence of our planet and all four seasons host their very own party. Seasonal fare, live performers, hot chocolate and ever-warming adult beverages promise to spark the holiday spirit. ~ LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ January 2 – February 23, 2020 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ January 2 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ January 2 – March 8, 2020 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Friday Nights at The Philadelphia Museum of Art ~ Art After 5 ~ January 3 ~ Free with admission, from 5 pm to 8:45 pm. ~ Samantha Wise – Weaving together mountain folk and neo-soul, this singer-songwriter channels vocalists like Joni Mitchell and Erykah Badu. Held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art in the Great Stair Hall. ~ Friday Nights Art ~
First Friday in Old City~ January 3 ~ Starts at 5 pm. Your chance to visit Art Galleries throughout Old City after normal hours. You will be able to talk to the art directors and possibly some of Philadelphia’s local artists. This also takes place as First Saturdays with select Art Galleries extending out to Fishtown. ~ First Fridays ~
First Friday in Manayunk ~ January 3 ~ Starts at 5 pm. Come enjoy art in Manayunk. Before or afterwards, enjoy a meal at the many restaurants, or stop in one of Manayunk’s wonderful specialty shops. ~ First Friday’s in Manayunk ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ January 3 – 4 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~ January 3 – 5 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Visitors will enjoy thousands of poinsettias, towering Christmas trees and fragrant flowers transform the heated four-acre Conservatory, where guests can enjoy holiday performances and sing-alongs. Outside, 500,000 lights glitter in the trees, and fountains dance to seasonal music. ~ A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~
LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ January 3 – 5 (select dates) ~ Held at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. This immersive display transforms the zoo’s day-scape into a nighttime multimedia light and music spectacle. Dancing lights and sounds throughout furnish illusions of animals (and trees!) coming to life. A flock of plastic flamingos forms a 25-foot-tall tree, an enormous polar bear display broadcasts the magnificence of our planet and all four seasons host their very own party. Seasonal fare, live performers, hot chocolate and ever-warming adult beverages promise to spark the holiday spirit. ~ LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ January 3 – February 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ January 3 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ January 3 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ January 4 & 5 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~ January 4 ~ Held at Peddler’s Village at 2400 Street Road, New Hope, PA. Guests enter their entries in several categories: Traditional, Authentic Reproduction, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Firehouse at Christmas, Student, Kids Only and more. The Gingerbread entries will be on exhibit in the Village Gazebo during shopping hours from November 15 through January 4, 2020. ~ Gingerbread House Competition & Display at Peddler’s Village ~
A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~ January 4 – 5 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Visitors will enjoy thousands of poinsettias, towering Christmas trees and fragrant flowers transform the heated four-acre Conservatory, where guests can enjoy holiday performances and sing-alongs. Outside, 500,000 lights glitter in the trees, and fountains dance to seasonal music. ~ A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~
LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ January 4 – 5 (select dates) ~ Held at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. This immersive display transforms the zoo’s day-scape into a nighttime multimedia light and music spectacle. Dancing lights and sounds throughout furnish illusions of animals (and trees!) coming to life. A flock of plastic flamingos forms a 25-foot-tall tree, an enormous polar bear display broadcasts the magnificence of our planet and all four seasons host their very own party. Seasonal fare, live performers, hot chocolate and ever-warming adult beverages promise to spark the holiday spirit. ~ LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ January 4 – February 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ December 28 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ January 4 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
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Yards Brewing Co Tours ~ January 5 ~ FREE – Saturday & Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm at Yards Brewery, enjoy a wonderful tour of the brewery! All tour-goers must be 21+ unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Bus tours, private tours and guided tastings are offered by appointment only. Please contact events@yardsbrewing.com for booking information. ~ Yards Brewing Co Tours ~
First Sundays at Barnes Foundation ~ January 5 ~ FREE – On the first Sunday of every month, visitors to the Barnes Foundation will enjoy free admission, family entertainment and informative seminars from 10 am to 6 pm. Free tickets can be obtained at the Barnes Foundation beginning at 9 am. Advance reservations are not available for Free First Sundays. ~ First Sunday’s at Barnes Foundation ~
Philadelphia Eagles vs Seattle Seahawks ~ January 5 ~ 4:25 pm at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles are hosting a Wild Card game! If you are not going to the game, head on over to XFinity Live and watch the game on many different tvs! Or head to one of the many sports bars in Philadelphia! ~ Philadelphia Eagles vs Seattle Seahawks ~
Irish Sessions ~ January 5 ~ FREE – Every Sunday from 5 pm – 9 pm at the Plough & the Stars in Old City! Enjoy musicians playing Irish music while enjoying drinks and or your dinner.
Pay As You Wish ~ January 5 ~ Stop in at the Philadelphia Museum of Art every 1st Sunday of the month from 5 pm – 8:45 pm and ”Pay What You Wish”, as you explore the museum and its remarkable collections. ~ Pay What You Wish ~
A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~ January 5 ~ Held at Longwood Gardens at 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square. Visitors will enjoy thousands of poinsettias, towering Christmas trees and fragrant flowers transform the heated four-acre Conservatory, where guests can enjoy holiday performances and sing-alongs. Outside, 500,000 lights glitter in the trees, and fountains dance to seasonal music. ~ A Longwood Christmas at a Longwood Gardens ~
LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~ January 5 (select dates) ~ Held at Philadelphia Zoo at 3400 W. Girard Avenue. This immersive display transforms the zoo’s day-scape into a nighttime multimedia light and music spectacle. Dancing lights and sounds throughout furnish illusions of animals (and trees!) coming to life. A flock of plastic flamingos forms a 25-foot-tall tree, an enormous polar bear display broadcasts the magnificence of our planet and all four seasons host their very own party. Seasonal fare, live performers, hot chocolate and ever-warming adult beverages promise to spark the holiday spirit. ~ LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo ~
Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~ January 5 – February 23 ~ Enjoy ice skating and more at Rothman Ice Rink. Stay tuned to their site for upcoming skating events. ~ Ice Skating at Rothman Ice Rink ~
Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~ January 5 – February 28 ~ Check out the 39 restaurants & bars with fireplaces in Philly! Are we missing one? Please tell us. thx ~ Our guide to the many fireplaces located in Philadelphia bars & restaurants ~
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~ January 5 – March 8 ~ Held at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at 101 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Enjoy ice skating, food, beverages, a heated log cabin with a fireplace, games and more! ~ Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ~
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