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Looking for events in Philadelphia this weekend? Here are some family-friendly activities to add to your must-do list.
Best Things To Do in and Near Philly this Weekend with Kids
Holiday Light Nights & Jolly Trolley
FINAL WEEKEND
Friday & Saturday, December 20 & 21, 2024
Manayunk
Bring the family to Main Street all season long for Holiday Light Nights. This event series features food and drink deals, shopping specials, festive live entertainment, and Santa himself. Take a ride on the FREE Jolly Trolley, running up and down Main Street, and stopping at your favorite businesses. It's the most magical way to take in all of Main Street’s dazzling holiday lights. Visit the website here.
Selfies for a Cause with Santa & The Grinch
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Philadelphia
Selfies for a Cause with Santa & The Grinch returns to The Shops at Liberty Place this season! Cost is only $10 to participate, and ALL proceeds benefit Morris Animal Refuge. Visit the website here.
A Bit of the Arts
FREE
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Lansdowne
A Bit of the Arts is a community art event with art vendors and featured student art at the Twentieth Century Club in Landsdowne. Visit the website here.
Shooting Stars Holiday Spectacular
FREE
Saturday, December 21, 2024
Drexel Hill
The Upper Darby Summer Stage Shooting Stars are set to bring holiday cheer with their annual Holiday Spectacular, a fun-filled performance showcasing talented students from 18 local high schools. Audiences of all ages will enjoy festive songs and dazzling choreography designed to capture the magic of the season. Visit the website here.
Edward Lear's The Owl and the Pussycat and Other Nonsense
Saturday & Sunday, December 21 & 22, 2024
Philadelphia
Quintessence Theatre Group presents the Owl and the Pussycat and Other Nonsense at the Sedgwick Theater. Visit the website here.
Breakfast With Santa!
FINAL WEEKEND
Saturday & Sunday, December 21 & 22, 2024
Yardley
Shady Brook Farm's Breakfast with Santa is a holiday tradition featuring a delicious breakfast buffet with an omelette bar, cash bloody Mary and mimosa bar, and a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Visit the website here.
Fairmount Park House Holiday Tours
FREE
Saturday & Sunday, December 21 & 22, 2024
Philadelphia
Four of Fairmount Park’s historic homes are decked out for the holiday season and offer special December tours. This year's houses include Woodford Mansion, Strawberry Mansion, Laurel Hill, and Ormiston Mansion. Visit the website here.
Car Menorah Parade in Cherry Hill
FREE
Sunday, December 22, 2024
Cherry Hill
Chabad of Camden and Burlington counties hosts this unique South Jersey celebration of the Festival of Lights. Fire and police department vehicles are on hand to lead the parade of menorah-adorned cars. Visit the website here.
Being ______ at Christmas: Family Day at the Weitzman
Monday, Dec 25, 2024
Philadelphia
Fill in the blank on Christmas day at the Weitzman Museum with live performances by Lolly Hopwood, a traditional Chinese lion dance by the Philadelphia Suns Lion Dancers, a drumming workshop with Joseph Tayoun, and hip-hop dance with Movemakers Philly. Get creative with make-and-take crafts including paper lanterns and charm bracelets, plus enjoy a sensory-friendly play zone and family-friendly film screenings. Visit the website here.
Washington Crossing the Delaware
December 25, 2024
Washington Crossing Historic Park
Bucks County
Hundreds of reenactors dress in Continental military uniforms as they make their way across the Delaware River in three replica Durham boats. The actual crossing ceremony begins at approximately 1 pm. Visit the website here.