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2 events,A family tradition featuring lots of activities including hayrides, pick-your-own apples and mazes. 137 W. Knowlton Rd., Media. Daily 8 to 6. Visit website for tickets. Linvilla.com. |
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2 events,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 collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from the LEGO® brick. 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $21–$25. FI.edu. |
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3 events,Through Dec. 30, Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com.
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Families are invited to meet for a few hours of fun and exploration. Make crafts to take home, go on a fall scavenger hunt, roast marshmallows, enjoy lawn games and snacks available for purchase (cash-only). Pints for the grown-ups, too. All activities are free, but registration is requested. ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Rd., Coatesville. 2 […] |
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4 events,Through Dec. 31, choose from Santa Claus Limited, Night Before Christmas Train and Santa’s Paradise Express. 301 Gap Rd., Ronks. StrasburgRailRoad.com. 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. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. $10–$35. Times and tickets, WCRailroad.com. |
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8 events,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 the QR code there. GreaterWestChester.com. Dec. 6–30, ride the Holiday Lights Express. Through Dec. 23, take the Santa Express. Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pk., Wilmington. WWRR.com. 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 and beverages. 4901 West Chester Pk., Newtown Square. Thurs–Fri. 4 to 8 pm; Sat. 11 am to 10 pm; Sun, 11 to 5. For tickets, […] Through Dec. 23, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and Santa’s Polar Bear Express Trains. 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. ColebrookdaleRailroad.com. |
10 events,Nov. 25, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music, face painting, crafts, games and Santa. Log House Field next to the Gazebo. 6 pm. Dec. 9, 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 […] Local performers entertain with favorite holidays songs on the steps of the courthouse on High Street, 2 to 3 pm. Nov 25, St. Agnes Parish Combined Choirs; Dec. 2, Uptown Singers; Dec. 9, TBD; Dec. 16, Bishop Shanahan Liturgical Choir. Catch Santa cruising through the borough on a classic fire truck. GreaterWestChester.com. |
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9 events,Begin with a Block Party at Veterans Square, at 2:30 with food, music, games, giveaways and lots of surprises. Then the Fun Run/Walk at 4:15 at State St. and Veterans Square. Finally, Santa leads the way for the parade at 5 p.m. (map available on the website). Please contribute nonperishable food to the Media Food […] |
10 events,Dec. 1, Enjoy carriage rides, arts and crafts, carolers, tree lighting and Santa’s arrival, 5:30 to 8, tree lighting at 7:30 pm. Dec. 2, Radnor Memorial Library Elves for Shelves Fun Run and 5K at 8 am and the Santa Parade, 9:45 am down Lancaster Ave. with Santa pictures on the veranda of Rosalie Restaurant, […]
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Tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of West Chester’s Historic Courthouse and the West Chester Christmas Parade at 7 pm features marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, culminating with Santa on his very own custom-made float. Details at GreaterWestChester.org. |
14 events,Media will be alive for the holidays with carolers strolling in the State Street District. On Dec. 2, pose for a family photo atop a giant inflated snowman chair at Plum Street Mall and on Dec. 16, enjoy complimentary hot chocolate. Dec. 31, ring in the new year at the Ball Drop in the center […] Dec. 2 & 9, Home for the Holidays. A nostalgic look back at railroading’s holiday past with festive decorations, Yuletide music, costumed interpreters and Santa himself. Register at RRMuseumPA.org.
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Come over to the Chester County History Center to meet Santa and enjoy breakfast. 225 N. High St., West Chester. 9:30 to 11 am. $15. Pre-reg. req. West-Chester.com.
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Lively event with bands, floats, antique cars, cartoon characters and entertainment. Business Rt. 30, Strode Ave. to 11th St. Starts at 10 am. CoatesvilleChristmasParade.com.
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The borough of West Chester will host pictures with Santa at Marshall Square Park, 405 N. Franklin St. 4:30 to 6:30. DowntownWestChester.com. |