Franklin Institute Exhibits
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 […]
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Events for December 2, 2023
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New Hope & Ivyland Railroad
Through Dec. 30, Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com.
West Chester Railroad
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. […]
Strasburg Rail Road
Through Dec. 31, choose from Santa Claus Limited, Night Before Christmas Train and Santa’s Paradise Express. 301 Gap Rd., Ronks. StrasburgRailRoad.com.
Gingerbread House Competition
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
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
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
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 […]
Christmas Celebrations in Wayne
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 […]
The Holidays in Media
Downtown Media MediaMedia 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 […]
Railroad Museum of PA
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania 300 Gap Rd. (Rt. 741), StrasburgDec. 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.
Breakfast with Santa
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.
Coatesville Christmas Parade
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.
Santa at the Square
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.