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West Chester Railroad

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester

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 […]

“Peter Panto!” at People’s Light

People's Light 39 Conestoga Rd, Malvern

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 […]

Yuletide at Liberty Hill

Union League Liberty Hill 800 Ridge Pk., Lafayette Hill

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 […]

Morris Arboretum Holiday Garden Express & Nighttime Express

Morris Arboretum 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Philadelphia

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 […]

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.

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.

Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series in West Chester

Chester County Historic Courthouse 2 North High Street, West Chester

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.

Flight on Ice

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

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 […]

Colebrookdale Railroad

Colebrookdale Railroad E. 3rd St., Boyertown

Through Dec. 24, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas and Santa’s Polar Bear Express Trains. 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. ColebrookdaleRailroad.com.

Holiday Weekends in West Chester

Downtown West Chester West Chester

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 […]

Chester County History Center—Season of Lights

Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester

This is a celebration for all community members to share in the warmth of the holiday season. Dec. 1, opening night offers culinary delights, family programs and entertainment, 3:30 to […]

Christmas Celebrations in Wayne

Downtown Wayne N. Wayne & West Aves, Wayne

Dec. 6, enjoy arts and crafts, carolers, tree lighting and Santa’s arrival, 5:30 to 8, tree lighting at 7:30 pm. Dec. 7, Radnor Memorial Library Elves for Shelves Fun Run […]

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.

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Railroad Museum of PA

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania 300 Gap Rd. (Rt. 741), Strasburg

Dec. 7 & 14, Home for the Holidays, a nostalgic look back at railroading’s holiday past with music, costumed interpreters and Santa. Register at RRMuseumPA.org.

Winter Park at The Creamery

The Creamery of Kennett Square Kennett Square

Take the family to this outdoor ice rink at The Creamery, a community gathering space for the whole family Kennett Square. The rink features Glice — synthetic ice known for […]

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Santa’s House on the Boardwalk

Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk 8 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth

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 […]

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Brandywine Museum of Art Family Holiday Events

Brandywine Museum of Art 1 Hoffman's Hill Rd, Chadds Ford

Dec. 4, “The Polar Express” Read-Aloud Pajama Night—enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, 7:15 to 8 pm. Dec. 7, Breakfast with the Trains—early access to the trains and a continental breakfast, […]

Breakfast with Santa at Plain & Fancy Farm

Plain & Fancy Farm 3121 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand

Kickoff the holidays with this party featuring breakfast buffet, digital images with Santa and a small gift for each child. 3121 Old Philadelphia Pk. (Rt. 340), Bird-in-Hand. 9 to 11. […]

Breakfast with Santa

Chester County History Center 225 North High Street, West Chester

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. required. West-Chester.com.

Coatesville Christmas Parade

Downtown Coatesville Coatesville

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.

American Helicopter Museum Presents SantaFest 2024

American Helicopter Museum 1220 American Blvd., West Chester

Santa arrives at 11 am, ready to hear children’s wish lists. Bring your cameras to take pictures and enjoy hands-on activities. 1220 American Blvd., West Chester. 10 to 2. $15, […]

Santa at Marshall Square Park

Marshall Square Park 248 E. Marshall St., West Chester

Come join WC Parks and Recreation to welcome in the holidays. Santa will be on hand in the gazebo for pictures with the entire family (no charge and pets are […]

Santa at the Square

Marshall Square Park 248 E. Marshall St., West Chester

The borough of West Chester will host pictures with Santa at Marshall Square Park, 405 N. Franklin St., West Chester. 4:30 to 6:30. DowntownWestChester.com.