30 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in Philly for Kids
11/8/24
- By Kristen Sullivan
Dilworth Park
Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Zoo
LOVE Park
Macy's Center City
Blue Cross RiverRink
Academy of Music
Walnut Street Theater
Elfreth's Alley
Kimmel Center
American Swedish Historical Museum
Koziar's Christmas Village
Hershey Park
Sesame Place
Dutch Wonderland
LuLu Shrine Center
Elmwood Park Zoo
Longwood Gardens
Clipper Magazine Stadium
Buttonwood Park
Peddler's Village
Washington Crossing Historic Park
Check this list twice for all the best holiday activities and Christmas events near Philly.
When the most wonderful time of the year arrives, in-the-know Philly parents appreciate a long list of ideas to celebrate with kids. November marks the arrival of twinkling lights, mesmerizing train gardens, and a jolly old elf from the North Pole. With that in mind, we've rounded up our favorite must-do holiday activities and Christmas events in Philly, including some new additions to the calendar, that are sure to make the season memorable.
For additional seasonal fun, review our Philadelphia Holiday Guide, which includes the best Polar Express winter train rides in the area and our favorite outdoor skating rinks.
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Places featured in this article:
Dilworth Park
Franklin Square
The Philadelphia Zoo
LOVE Park
Macy's Center City
Blue Cross RiverRink
Academy of Music
Walnut Street Theater
Elfreth's Alley
Kimmel Center
American Swedish Historical Museum
Koziar's Christmas Village
Hershey Park
Sesame Place
Dutch Wonderland
LuLu Shrine Center
Elmwood Park Zoo
Longwood Gardens
Clipper Magazine Stadium
Buttonwood Park
Peddler's Village
Washington Crossing Historic Park