Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
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The Escape Game King of Prussia - various times
Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Academy of Natural Sciences - 10:00 AM
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Pig Iron Theatre Company - 7:00 PM
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The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Academy of Natural Sciences - 10:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
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Academy of Natural Sciences - 10:00 AM
The Museum of the American Revolution - various times
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Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
The Escape Game King of Prussia - various times
Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Museum of the American Revolution - 9:00 AM
Mister John's Music - 9:00 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Academy of Natural Sciences - 10:00 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
Festival Park - various times
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Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Trains, Turkeys, Theaters, Nov 21-22
It is evident from the autumnal activities on our Events Calendar that Thanksgiving is swiftly approaching! A variety of seasonal fun is featured this weekend. Philly families can watch a Thanksgiving movie, run (or walk) in a 5K turkey trot, view the fall foliage by train, or go on a nature walk to find wild turkeys.
However, if your family is looking to start the holiday season early, there are many theater productions to help get you in the spirit of the season. The Media Theatre's Jack Frost Saves Christmas and Upper Darby's Performing Arts Center's The Nutcracker are set to entertain audiences this weekend while Laurie Berkner's Holiday Show gets kids singing and dancing at her concert.
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The Nutcracker- Drexel Hill, PA
Enjoy this holiday classic at Upper Darby Performing Arts Center and become mesmerized by the talents of The Pennsylvania Academy of Ballet Society's performers as they bring the story of Clara and her Nutcracker to life.
Day Out with Thomas- Ronks, PA
Make your train lover's dream come true with a trip to Strasburg Railroad to meet Thomas and his friend Percy.
The Three Musketeers (The Years Later) A Musical Panto- Malvern, PA
It's the first weekend performance for The Three Musketeers at People's Light & Theater Company. Audiences are entertained during this outrageously silly production as the Three Musketeers, along with their chicken sidekick, seek justice from the evil Lord Mazarotti.
A Very Furry Christmas- Langhorne, PA
Starting this weekend, and continuing every weekend until the end of the year, visitors can celebrate the holidays at a festively decorated Sesame Place. Guests can see Santa in the Furry Workshop and enjoy Christmas shows while riding the rides.
Jack Frost Saves Christmas- Media, PA
Perfect for children ages 4 and up, The Media Theatre presents the story of Jack Frost, as he tries to ensure that the holiday will arrive now that Father Winter has retired.
Saturday, November 21
Chestnut Hill Circle of Trees- Philadelphia, PA
Head to Woodmere Art Museum of its annual tree lighting. Guests can visit with Santa, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, and take in the beauty of the museum.
Zoo Kids- Wilmington, DE
Play games, make crafts, and watch animal demonstrations at Brandywine Zoo.
Towamencin Turkey Trot- Lansdale, PA
Burn off a few extra calories in anticipation of next week's Thanksgiving dinner at the Towamencin Turkey Trot 5K Walk/Run at Fischer's Park.
A Discovery Museum Thanksgiving- Cherry Hill, NJ
Spend the evening at the Garden State Discovery Museum and watch the classic A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. Admission after 5pm is $5 with the donation of a canned good or blanket.
Yuletide at Winterthur- Wilmington, DE
Families visiting Winterthur can view the spectacular home of Henry Francis duPont all aglow for the holidays in historical fashion.
Sunday, November 22
Laurie Berkner's Holiday Show- Glenside, PA
Keswick Theatre presents best-selling kids artist Laurie Berkner, as she spreads holiday cheer with her fun and lively children's songs.
Funny Family Ornaments- Haverford, PA
Spend some time together as a family to make ornaments at Main Line Art Center just in time for the season.
Terrific Turkeys Walk- Doylestown, PA
Search for wild turkeys at Peace Valley Nature Center during this invigorating and educational walk.
Free Sunday Mornings- Chadds Ford, PA
The Brandywine River Museum opens its doors and invites guests, free of charge, to explore every floor of art. Afterwards, wander onto the grounds and take in the beautiful views.
