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“Ann Lowe: American Couturier” at Winterthur Museum

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues–Sun, 10 to 5. $8–$22. Winterthur.org.

The Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theatre 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville

Oct. 4, Rising Sun Presents Henry Rollins: Good To See You Tour; Oct. 14, Miguel Espinoza Fusion; Oct. 20, Rising Sun Presents The Sixties Show; Nov. 7, Rising Sun Presents […]

Brandywine Museum of Art

Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford

Oct. 6–Jan. 21, “Allan Freelon: Painter, Printmaker, Teacher.” Oct. 14–Feb. 28, “Rooted: Family and Nature in Contemporary Children’s Book Illustration.” Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.

The Rossettis — An Exhibition at The Delaware Art Museum

Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington

The work of Pre-Raphaelite founder Dante Gabriel Rossetti, alongside that of his wife, artist Elizabeth Siddal, and his siblings, writers Christina and William Michael Rossetti, are the subject of this […]

“Our Christmas Dinner” at Bird-in-Hand Stage

Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand

A holiday musical igniting memories that will remind you of the true meaning of Christmas. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.

Bryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale

Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital 414 Paoli Pike, Malvern

An international juried exhibition and sale that features work by artists with physical and cognitive disabilities and hearing and visual impairments. Special events throughout the exhibition. MainLineHealth.org/Specialties/Rehab-Art-Ability.

Bryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale

Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital 414 Paoli Pike, Malvern

An international juried exhibition and sale that features works by artists with physical and cognitive disabilities and hearing and visual impairments. Special events throughout the exhibition. MainLineHealth.org/Specialties/Rehab-Art-Ability.

At The Grand in Wilmington

The Grand Wilmington 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington

Nov. 2, Sons of Serendip; Nov. 4, The Moth—True Stories Told Live; Nov. 9, Masters of Illusion; Nov. 10, Deadgrass; Nov. 11, The Rock Orchestra Plays David Bowie; Nov. 18, […]

Franklin Institute Exhibits

Franklin Institute 20th Street & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia

Now open, Wondrous Space—journey through the cosmos as you explore this immersive, multisensory, two-story exhibit. Opening in Feb., The Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya is a […]

American Music Theatre—The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel

American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster

This year’s all-new holiday show features your favorite seasonal songs, dancing, wondrous costumes, breathtaking sets and all the endearment of a perfect fireside family moment. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. […]

“Gifted” — 18th Annual Holiday Exhibit at The Art Trust

Art Trust Gallery Meridian Bank, 16 W. Market St., West Chester

Give the gift of original art. 20 talented artists’ work is for sale — paintings, ceramics, fiber art and more. Net proceeds of art sales go towards art scholarships. Dec. […]

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park 1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia

Local artisans, designers, crafters and jewelers offer their holiday-inspired handmade goods and gifts. Dilworth Park, west side of City Hall, 1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia. Sun–Thurs, noon to 8; Fri–Sat, […]

Longwood Gardens Performance Series

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Nov. 10, Bria Skonberg; Nov. 11, Piaf! The Show; Nov. 17–Jan. 7, A Longwood Christmas. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org.

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester

Nov. 11, Better Than Bacon; Nov. 16, Sara Michaels; Nov. 17, AM Radio Tribute Band; Nov. 18, Killer Queen; Nov. 25, Superunknown: A Tribute to the Legacy of Chris Cornell; […]

New Hope & Ivyland Railroad

New Hope & Ivyland Railroad 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope

Through Dec. 30, Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com.

Holiday Season at Nemours Estate

Nemours Mansion Alapocas Dr. & Rt. 141, Wilmington

The Christmas decorations at the Nemours Estate mansion are often inspired by the architecture of the home, the customs of the du Ponts or French tradition. Nemours Mansion, 850 Alapocas […]

“A Christmas Carol” at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern

Enjoy a fresh approach to Charles Dickens’ classic. Infused with original music and traditional English carols, this jubilant retelling of the beloved Yuletide ghost story is the perfect way to […]

A Longwood Christmas

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

“A Very Retro Christmas” is the theme this year. Reminisce amid a vintage Christmas street scene, make new memories amid dazzling, vibrant light displays—including some super-sized surprises—and revel in the […]

VoxAmaDeus Holiday Concerts

Nov. 17, Brahms Requiem, a German Requiem and Alto Rhapsody with additional works; Dec. 1, 3, 5, & 17, Handel’s Messiah, performed on original Baroque instruments; Dec. 9 & 10, […]

LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Ave., Oaks

This year’s theme, “Golden Holiday,” is a state-of-the-art production that brings art, light and color to life through remarkable displays of dinosaurs. It’s a winter wonderland where you’ll encounter dinosaurs […]

West Chester Railroad

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester

Santa Express: Nov. 18–Dec. 17, join Santa for a journey through the Chester Creek Valley. Christmas Tree Train: Nov. 26, Dec. 3, 10: take the train to Wiggins Tree Farm. […]

Yuletide at Winterthur

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Explore the house decorated in all its finery with its signature traditions including the dried flower tree, artistic Christmas trees inspired by Ann Lowe gowns and a spectacular table set […]

“It’s A Wonderful Life” at The Candlelight Theatre

Candlelight Theatre 2208 Millers Rd, Wilmington

Based on the Frank Capra film, this heartwarming classic is one of the most popular Christmas tales ever written. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.

Strasburg Rail Road

Strasburg Rail Road 301 Gap Rd., Ronks

Through Dec. 31, choose from Santa Claus Limited, Night Before Christmas Train and Santa’s Paradise Express. 301 Gap Rd., Ronks. StrasburgRailRoad.com.

Brandywine Railroad Holiday Train Display

Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford

This iconic O-gauge model train display features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and includes locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a […]

“A Christmas Carol Comedy” at Hedgerow Theatre

Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Theatre, Rose Valley

A favorite holiday tradition with a playful take on a yuletide classic. 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media. Times and tickets, 610-565-4211; HedgerowTheatre.org.

Herr’s Snack Factory Holiday Lights Display

Herr's Christmas Lights 20 Herr Drive, Nottingham

Enjoy the free display of over 600,000 dazzling lights on their corporate campus, 271 Old Baltimore Pk., Nottingham. Dusk to dawn, 5 pm to 7 am. Free. Herrs.com.

Holidays at Hagley

Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Rd, Wilmington

Returning this year with the theme, “Treasures and Traditions,” and will featuring Holiday Home and Garden Tours, the sixth-annual Gingerbread House Competition, Santa Days, Holiday Nights Tours and more. Hagley’s […]

Gingerbread House Competition

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Professional builders include: Cakes and Candies by Maryellen, Carlino’s, John Serock Catering, Kilwins West Chester, Yori’s Church Street Bakery and The Master’s Baker. To vote: visit display locations and scan […]

Colebrookdale Railroad

Colebrookdale Railroad E. 3rd St., Boyertown

Through Dec. 23, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and Santa’s Polar Bear Express Trains. 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. ColebrookdaleRailroad.com.

Wilmington & Western Railroad

Greenbank Station 2201 Newport Gap Pk, Wilmington

Dec. 6–30, ride the Holiday Lights Express. Through Dec. 23, take the Santa Express. Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pk., Wilmington. WWRR.com.

Flight on Ice

4901 West Chester Pike 4901 West Chester Pk., Newtown Square

An outdoor “real” ice skating rink brings a season full of family fun, including ice skating sessions, fire pit areas, heated private event tents, entertainers and DJs, theme nights, food […]

Yuletide at Devon

Devon Horse Show 23 Dorset Rd., Devon

Head to the Devon Horse Show Grounds to see a winter festival that blends the feel of a traditional European Christmas market with the thrill of a festival and holiday […]

Holiday Weekends in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

Every weekend features West Chester’s dazzling 25-foot-tall Christmas tree and the Professional Gingerbread House Competition. Dec. 1, West Chester Christmas Parade, tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of […]

Brandywine Museum of Art Annual Holiday Critter Sale

Chadds Ford Historical Society 1736 N. Creek Rd., Chadds Ford

Delightful, distinctive ornaments and tabletop decorations handmade using natural materials, each with its own unique personality and expression—no two are the same. Chadds Ford Historical Society, 1736 Creek Rd., Chadds […]