Gather your family or closest group of friends and plan a visit to the 12 inspiring attractions across Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley. With the Passport you can explore at your own pace or spread your visits across the entire spring, summer and fall. For tickets, VisitWilmingtonDE.com/Passport.
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Wear your favorite costume and ride to the Glen Mills station. Explore the historic station and picnic grove and collect a few treats while on the train. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10, noon and 2. $10–$30. WCRailroad.com. Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10 am, noon and 2 pm. $25–$30. WCRailroad.com.
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Kiddos in costume can follow the trail to collect treats from over twenty participating businesses throughout the Borough (look for the black and orange balloons). Kennett Collaborative, 106 W. State St., Kennett Square. 2 to 5 pm. Free. KennettCollaborative.org. |
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History Special: Nov. 3, guided train ride showcasing the history of the railroad. Fall Foliage Express: Nov. 3 & 10, enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley. Santa Express: Nov. 23–Dec. 22, join Santa for a journey through the Chester Creek Valley. Christmas Tree Train: Dec. 1, 8, 15, take the […] Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10 am, noon and 2 pm. $25–$30. WCRailroad.com. Climb into an antique automobile or board one of the trains and experience what it was like to travel at the turn of the 20th century. Tour the 1897 mansion that was home to three generations of the Marshall family. 3000 Creek Rd., Hockessin DE. 12:30 to 4:30. $8–$15. AuburnHeights.org. |
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Enjoy a brisk fall afternoon along the picturesque Chester Creek Valley on a 90-minute journey back in time to the village of Glen Mills and return. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. 10 am, noon and 2 pm. $25–$30. WCRailroad.com. |
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Families are invited to meet for a few hours of fun and exploration. Bring a picnic to enjoy and hike the preserve’s 14 miles of trails. Pints for the grown-ups, too. Activities are free, but registration requested. ChesLen Preserve, 1199 Cannery Rd., Coatesville. 2 to 4. Free. NatLands.org. |
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See up to 2,000 of the top American Kennel Club-sanctioned dogs with 205 breeds and varieties competing. Saturday, The National Dog Show is taped for telecast on Thanksgiving Day. Sunday’s show offers more canine competitions plus family-friendly activities and hands-on fun. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Sat., 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; […] |
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Explore the whimsical world of Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Captain Hook as People’s Light continues its winter holiday tradition with a cast of Lost Boys, pirates, fairies and a trio of card-playing dogs. Cheer the heroes, boo the villains, clap and sing while eating all the Swedish Fish you can catch. 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. […] |
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Kick off your holiday season at Yuletide’s new location in Lafayette Hill. The whole family will enjoy free amusement rides and photos with Santa, shopping at over 30 unique, high-end vendors, food and craft drinks, plus loads of holiday fun. Union League Liberty Hill, 800 Ridge Pk., Lafayette Hill. Wed., Thurs., Sun., 3 to 9 […] |
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Through Dec. 31, choose from Santa Claus Limited, Night Before Christmas Train and Santa’s Paradise Express. 301 Gap Rd., Ronks. StrasburgRailRoad.com. You’ll see thousands of twinkling lights and rail cars in a festive wonderland of lights and sounds. Free with general admission. Thurs–Sun, Dec. 7–22, the Nighttime Express features laser lights in the trees and sparkling lights along the railway. For hours and admission, visit MorrisArboretum.org. Through Dec. 30, Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com. |
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Grab your family and friends for this 5K run/walk—the perfect way to celebrate the holiday. 50 W. Market St. 8 to 10 am. $30. DowntownWestChester.com. Come out for the 5K Road Race and a 1 Mile Little Drumstick Run. Benefits and held at Nether Providence Elementary School, 410 Moore Rd., Wallingford. 8:30 am. $15–$35. RunSignUp.com/Race/PA/Wallingford/DelcoTurkeyTrot.
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Part of Good Samaritan Services “Holiday Hustle,” a three-part race series in Kennett Square. Unionville High School, 740 Unionville Rd. 10:15 to noon. $25–$35. GoodSamServices.org. |
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Professional builders include: Bookstore Bakery, John Serock Catering, The Master’s Baker, Yori’s Church Street Bakery and Maryellen’s. To vote: visit display locations and scan the QR code there. GreaterWestChester.com. Local performers entertain with favorite holidays songs on the steps of the courthouse on High Street. Catch Santa cruising through the Borough on a classic fire truck. GreaterWestChester.com. Every weekend features West Chester’s dazzling 25-foottall Christmas tree and the Professional Gingerbread House Competition. Dec. 6, Hometown Christmas Parade, tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of the courthouse, and the parade at 7 features marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, culminating with Santa on a custom-made float. Dec. 7, 14, 21, […] 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. A portion of proceeds are donated to the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association. 4901 West Chester Pk., Newtown Square. For times and tickets visit FlightOnIce.com. Through Dec. 24, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and Santa’s Polar Bear Express Trains. 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. ColebrookdaleRailroad.com. |
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Stop by and tell Santa your Christmas wish list and take a photo at the end of Rehoboth Ave. on the Boardwalk in Rehoboth, DE. Bring your pets on Dec 22 to meet Santa. For more details, visit Beach-Fun.com.
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A 5K Race & 1-mile Fun Run held annually. Franklin Commons, 400 Franklin Ave. 8:30 to 11 am. Phoenixville.org.
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Food trucks, beer garden, live music, face painting and visits from Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves happen from 4 to 6 p.m. The holiday spectacular performances take place in Burke Park, where you can visit and take photos with Santa, try your hand at cookie decorating and enjoy the s’mores station. King St., Malvern. Noon […] Nov. 30, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music and Santa. Log House Field next to the Gazebo in Kerr Park. 6 pm. Dec. 14, 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. […] |