Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills, then return. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10 am, noon and 2 pm. $25–$30. WCRailroad.com.
One of the area’s most popular family attractions, the National Dog Show features some 2,000 canines representing almost 200 different breeds in an American Kennel Club (AKC)-recognized competition for Best in Show. The show on Saturday will air Thanksgiving Day as a two-hour broadcast special. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Sat.–Sun., 9 […]
Sing, dance and play alongside your favorite furry friends, then special ticket holders can have a Photo Experience with the group. Visit website for info. 818 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
The Saturday Club invites families for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and a touch of holiday spirit. You can bring your pup … four-legged friends are welcome from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Benefits women’s and children’s charities throughout the area. 117 W. Wayne Ave., Wayne. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Donation, $25. SaturdayClub.org
Gather your family and friends for the annual Holiday Light Parade and tree lighting. Come meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and welcome the holiday season and light up the town. 6 pm. KennettCollaborative.org.
Festivities in the borough begin Nov. 24, with holiday lights aglow; Nov. 24 & 25, The West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers perform; Nov. 25, Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series and Santa on a fire truck; Nov. 24–26, Holiday Window Decorating Contest. Visit GreaterWestChester.com for details through the month.
This pop-up outdoor ice skating rink brings a season of family fun, including ice skating sessions, fire pit lounge areas, local entertainers and DJs, and food and beverages. Proceeds benefit the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association. Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink, 4901 West Chester Pk., Newtown Square. FlightOnIce.com.
Nov. 29, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music and Santa. Log House Field next to the Gazebo in Kerr Park. 6 pm. Dec. 13, the hometown Christmas parade features local bands, dancers, scouts and the arrival of Santa Claus. Starts at Beaver Creek Elementary School and travels Rt. 30 to East Ward Elementary. 3 pm. […]
Dec. 3, “The Polar Express” Read-Aloud Pajama Night—enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, 6:30 to 8 pm, $25. Dec. 10, Children’s Christmas Party— visit with Santa and enjoy entertainment, characters, trains and more, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, $35. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Brandywine.org.
First Friday Holiday Edition and tree lighting downtown, 6:30 pm, and family- friendly activities throughout that weekend. PhoenixvilleFirst.org.
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