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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 collection of inspiring artworks made exclusively from the LEGO® brick. 222 N. 20th St., Philadelphia. Daily 9:30 to 5. $21–$25. FI.edu.
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. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. $10–$35. Times and tickets, WCRailroad.com.
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 the QR code there. GreaterWestChester.com.
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 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, […]
Sunday, December 10, 2023
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Monday, December 11, 2023
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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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Friday, December 15, 2023
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Saturday, December 16, 2023
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December 16, 2023 -The Philadelphia Orchestra Children’s Holiday Spectacular
The Philadelphia Orchestra Children’s Holiday Spectacular
Celebrate with the Philadelphia Orchestra and enjoy sing-alongs, sounds of the season and special guests—you never know who might pay a special visit to Verizon Hall! Kimmel Center, 300 S. Broad St., Philadelphia. 11:30 am. $28–$57. KimmelCulturalCampus.org.