Christmas Village in Love Park

'Getting Into the Holiday Spirit at the Christmas Village in LOVE Park'   Love Park in Philadelphia has a lot of history and will be hosting the Christmas Village again this year. Still working on your holiday shopping, this is the place to check out, with over 60 vendors in wooden booths offering you a great experience of shopping in Philadelphia. You'll be able to get a sneak peak on November 21 and 22. The Village officially opens on November 26 and will continue until December … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Seaport Parade of Lights, Holiday Shopping and More!

'Holiday Lights, Holiday Trees & Family Fun’ The City of Philadelphia looks so beautiful with the many holiday light displays and lit trees. This weekend kicks off with ice skating at the Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park and at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, the Seaport Parade of Lights, and holiday shopping at different venues. Also enjoy activities such as the Mary Poppins show, magic shows, farmers' markets and much more. End your weekend with either the Philadelphia Eagles game … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ First Friday’s, Holiday Fun, Tree Lighting’s and More!

'Embracing the Holidays with Family & Friends’ The City of Philadelphia looks so beautiful with the many holiday light displays and lit trees. This weekend kicks off with First Fridays, many tree lighting ceremonies, ice skating at the Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park and at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest, the holiday light show at Franklin Park, and holiday shopping at different venues. Also enjoy activities such as the Mary Poppins show, magic shows, farmers' markets and much more. … [Read more...]

Our Guide To Christmas Tree Lighting Celebrations in Philadelphia

'Celebrating The Joy Of Communities During The Holidays' Who gets excited about decorating trees during the holidays! Enjoy many tree lighting celebrations throughout the City of Brotherly Love this 2014 holiday season! There will be much more than just beautiful trees being lit. Many of these community celebrations will have live music, hot coco, holiday giveaways, Christmas carols will be sung, dance performers and much more. Grab your friends and family, and enjoy our favorite local … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Philadelphia Marathon, Ice Skating, Holiday Shows and More!

'Philadelphia Marathon Weekend’ Welcome 30,000 participants to the City of Brotherly Love. For those who are visiting, enjoy the marathon events and everything else this wonderful city has to offer. This weekend kicks off with a grand illumination celebration at Peddler's Village tonight. As well, enjoy ice skating at the Rothman Ice Rink at Dilworth Park, the holiday light show at Franklin Park, and holiday shopping at different venues. Also enjoy activities such as the Mary Poppins show, … [Read more...]

Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Holiday Light Show, Ice Skating, Holiday Shows and More!

'The Holiday Season In Philadelphia Is Upon Us’ The holiday spirit has started to make its way around the city, with Thanksgiving weeks away and Christmas and other various holidays soon to be upon us. This weekend kicks off with the opening off the ice skating rink at Dilworth Park, the holiday light show at Franklin Park, and a fun event at Peddler's Village. Also enjoy activities such as Love Your Park Fall Service Day, the Mary Poppins show, magic shows, farmers' markets, the and much … [Read more...]

Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ First Friday’s, Holiday Attractions and Light Shows and More!

‘The Holiday Season Brings Family Excitement!’ We love this time of year because of the many wonderful holiday events and attractions that'll take place around this wonderful city. So much excitement, family fun and much more. There already have been a few tree lighting ceremonies this week with several more to go which can be found in our guide to Tree Lighting Celebrations. If you have missed any of this weeks tree lighting celebrations, you can go to our Facebook fan page for pictures. … [Read more...]

South Street Headhouse District Winter Wonderland Extravaganza

'Holiday Fun With Family, Friends & Good Food' Ring in the holidays with this fun family orientated event at the South Street Headhouse District Winter Wonderland Extravaganza! This event will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2013, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at the Historic Headhouse Square Shambles on 2nd Street, between Pine and South Streets. This free event will be emceed by WXPN’s Kathy O’Connell. Santa Claus will arrive on a firetruck around 5 pm, in which he will greet children … [Read more...]

City Hall Tree Lighting at Love Park

'Holiday Traditions in Philly' Who has that holiday spirit! One way to get into the Holiday spirit is to come check out the Annual City Hall tree lighting ceremony. Due to the construction of City Hall, for the third year in a row, this event will take place at the Christmas Village at Love Park. This 38-foot tree will display thousands of colorful LED lights in helping you get into the festive holiday spirit. Mayor Nutter will have the honors this year, as he kicks of the 2013 holiday … [Read more...]

Our Guide To Christmas Tree Lighting Celebrations in Philadelphia

'Celebrating The Joy Of Communities During The Holidays'   Click Here For 2014's Guide to Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Philadelphia   Who gets excited about decorating trees during the holidays. There will be many tree lighting celebrations throughout the City of Brotherly Love this 2014 holiday season! There will be much more than just beautiful trees being lit. Many of these community celebrations will have live music, hot coco, holiday giveaways, Christmas carols will be … [Read more...]