December 2025 Events In and Around Chester County, PA

Christmas on King in Malvern

November 29

Enjoy an afternoon of family fun, food trucks, shopping and holiday cheer. King Street and Burke Park transform into a winter wonderland filled with entertainment and holiday magic, Santa’s Parade, tree lighting at 5:15 p.m., pictures with Santa, food trucks and a beer garden. Burke Park, 26 S. Warren Ave. Noon to 6 p.m. Malvern.org

Celebrate the Holidays in Downingtown

November 29, December 13

Nov. 29, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music and Santa. The Gazebo in Kerr Park. 6 p.m. Dec. 13, local bands, dancers, scouts and the arrival of Santa Claus. Starts at Beaver Creek Elementary School. 3 p.m. DTownChristmas.com

Santa is Coming to Everybody’s Hometown — Media

November 30

The fun begins at the Block Party, Veterans Square between State & Baker Sts., with food, music, games and giveaways. Bring a contribution to Media Food Bank or new, unwrapped toy for Toys For Tots, 2:30 p.m. Join the Fun Run/Walk at 4:15 p.m. Then find a spot for Santa’s Parade on State Street with music, performers, floats, cars, dancers and more. 5 p.m. SantaParade.Media

Holiday Magic in Wayne

December 5 & 6

Dec. 5, enjoy carriage rides, carolers, tree lighting and Santa’s arrival, 5:30 to 8, tree lighting at 7:30 p.m., and Master of Ceremonies, Ducis Rodgers from 6abc Action News, will lead the community in song. Dec. 6, the holiday magic continues on Sat. with the Elves for Shelves Fun Run and 5K at 8 a.m., parade at 10 a.m. and a personal visit with Santa in the courtyard of Wayne Presbyterian Church until 11:45 a.m. WayneBusiness.com

Get in the Holiday Spirit in Phoenixville

December 5 & 6, 7, 13

Dec. 5 & 6, tree lighting downtown on Fri., 6:30 p.m., and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend including “Jessica Lynn’s A Very Merry Classic Christmas” and “The Phoenixville Christmas Spectacular” at The Colonial Theatre. Dec. 7, Breakfast with Santa and food drive at Steel City, 203 Bridge St. 9 to noon. Benefits Phoenixville Area Community Services. Dec. 13, Phoenixville Firebird Festival, Reservoir Park, 601 Franklin Ave. 5 to 10:30 p.m. TheColonialTheatre.com; PhoenixvilleChamber.org; PhoenixvilleFirst.org

Holiday Happenings in Kennett Square

Through December 31

Through Dec. 31, storefronts are decorated to the theme “Experience the Magic in Kennett Square” with a competition for the best window display. Dec. 6 & 7, 13 & 14, the Holiday Village Market features artisan and vintage vendors to browse while enjoying live music, festive cocktails, food trucks and family activities. The Creamery, 401 Birch St. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 18, Tinsel on the Town is a holiday celebration with train rides, Santa Claus and street vendors, seasonal treats, handcrafted gifts and merchant bingo, with prizes for all ages. 5 to 8 p.m. KennettCollaborative.org

Christmas in Coatesville

December 6, 12

Dec. 6, hometown floats and music travel down Rt. 30 and, again this year, a few quiet blocks — no sirens — between 4th & 5th or 8th & 9th Aves. 10 a.m. On Dec. 12, the National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum’s Holiday Open House & Auction brings traditional holiday music and festive displays. The online auction site offers gifts and other items. 50 S. 1st Ave. 5 to 8 p.m. CoatesvilleChristmasParade.com; SteelMuseum.org

A Very Wilmington Holiday

Through December

From Yuletide at Winterthur and Holidays at Hagley, the area is brimming with holiday cheer. You can also stroll the streets of Historic New Castle during the Spirit of Christmas, or explore decorated homes during Christmas in Odessa. Plan your holiday excursion at VisitWilmingtonDE.com