The Holidays in Philadelphia
Map all locationsIt’s the most wonderful time of the year in Philadelphia.
The holiday season is full of tradition, like the long-running Holiday Light Show at Macy’s, the nation’s longest running Thanksgiving Day Parade and the sensational strutting during the Mummers Parade.
Create new memories with your family at the Comcast Holiday Spectacular, the Christmas Village at Dilworth Plaza and the always incredible New Year’s fireworks show along the Delaware River.
Bonus: Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Philadelphia is bringing back free metered parking on Saturdays for the month of December. Select Philadelphia Parking Authority garages in Center City will also be offering discounted parking on Saturdays. Click here to learn more about Parking in Philadelphia.
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Blue Cross RiverRink
A Philadelphia wintertime tradition at Penn’s Landing
Penn's Landing / Delaware River Waterfront
Enjoy a rejuvenating outdoor adventure at the Blue Cross RiverRink, an Olympic-sized ice rink at Penn’s Landing.
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2012 NHL Winter Classic
at Citizens Bank ParkFlyers and Rangers taking their hockey rivalry outside More
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The Macy’s Holiday Light Show
at Macy’s Center CityA Philadelphia holiday tradition since 1955 More
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Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade
The oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade in the country is in Philadelphia More
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The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
A 15-minute holiday spectacle at the Comcast Center More
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Pennsylvania Ballet’s The Nutcracker
A Philadelphia holiday tradition dances across the stage More
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Family Friendly New Year’s Weekend Itinerary
New Year’s Eve falls on a Friday this year, and that’s great news for families looking to make the most of a whole weekend of fireworks, festivities, museum openings and special goings-on. More
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Holiday Family Fun in Philly
Holiday time is family time, but too often, busy schedules and bustling activities have everyone running in different directions. So in 2008, start a new holiday tradition. Head to Philadelphia for a weekend of memory-making, affordable family fun! More
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Holiday Shopping, Philly Style
’Tis the season to be shopping! But a long holiday gift list can be overwhelming — even if shopping is usually your favorite sport. Turn your to-do list into a fun, 36-hour retail marathon exploring Philadelphia’s independent boutiques, upscale malls and trendy fashion districts. More
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