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Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester
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Garden Railway at Longwood Gardens
A multi-level world in miniature, complete with a seasonally changing plant palette. The Garden Railway features a collection of models that represent and recreate many of Longwood’s features in miniature—including a new Chimes Tower and Waterfall model. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. Daily, 10 am to 11 pm. For timed tickets, LongwoodGardens.org.
New Hope & Ivyland Railroad Holiday Trains
Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com
Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Festivities in the borough begin Nov. 24, with holiday lights aglow; Nov. 24 & 25, The West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers perform; Nov. 25, Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series and Santa on a fire truck; Nov. 24–26, Holiday Window Decorating Contest. Visit GreaterWestChester.com for details through the month.
Flight on Ice
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. Proceeds benefit the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association. Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink, 4901 West Chester Pk., Newtown Square. FlightOnIce.com.
Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Through Dec. 20, Fri & Sat, West Chester Borough Balladeer Carolers roam around downtown, Fri, 5 to 7; Sat, noon to 2. Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 20, catch Santa cruising through the borough on a classic fire truck, 3 pm. Dec. 5, Hometown Christmas Parade, tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of the […]
West Chester Railroad Holiday Trains
Santa Express: Weekends, Dec. 6–21, join Santa for a journey through the Chester Creek Valley. Christmas Tree Train: Nov. 30, Dec. 7, 14, take the train to Wiggins Tree Farm to cut your own tree. Trains depart at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. $10–$40. Times and tickets, WCRailroad.com
Holiday Happenings in Kennett Square
Through Dec. 31, storefronts are decorated to the theme “Experience the Magic in Kennett Square” with a competition for the best window display. Dec. 6 & 7, 13 & 14, the Holiday Village Market features artisan and vintage vendors to browse while enjoying live music, festive cocktails, food trucks and family activities. The Creamery, 401 […]
Holiday Fun in Media
Dec. 5, Shop Late on State Until Eight: retail shops stay open until 8 pm or later, some serving refreshments; Dec. 6, Holiday Photo Posing Station, 11 to 4; Dec. 13, The Grinch Visits State Street, 11 to 3; Dec. 14, Chanukah Village, visit JewishDelco.org for details; Dec. 19, Santa Strolls State Street, 9 to […]
Colebrookdale Railroad Holiday Trains
’Twas the Night Before Christmas and Santa’s Polar Bear Express Trains. 64 S. Washington St., Boyertown. ColebrookdaleRailroad.com
Railroad Museum of PA Holiday Trains
Home for the Holidays, a nostalgic look back at railroading’s holiday past with music, costumed interpreters and Santa. Register at RRMuseumPA.org
Sunday, December 7, 2025
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December 7, 2025 - RecurringFeel the Holiday Spirit in Phoenixville
Feel the Holiday Spirit in Phoenixville
Dec. 5 & 6, tree lighting downtown on Fri., 6:30 p.m., and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend including “Jessica Lynn’s A Very Merry Classic Christmas” and “The Phoenixville Christmas Spectacular” at The Colonial Theatre. Dec. 7, Breakfast with Santa and food drive at Steel City, 203 Bridge St. 9 to noon. Benefits Phoenixville Area Community […]
Monday, December 8, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
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December 10, 2025 - RecurringBrandywine Museum of Art Family Holiday Events
Brandywine Museum of Art Family Holiday Events
Dec. 3, “The Polar Express” Read-Aloud Pajama Night—enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, 6:30 to 8 pm, $25. Dec. 10, Children’s Christmas Party— visit with Santa and enjoy entertainment, characters, trains and more, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, $35. 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Brandywine.org.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
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Friday, December 12, 2025
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December 12, 2025 - RecurringChristmas in Coatesville
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December 12, 2025 -Holiday Stroll in Yellow Springs Village
Christmas in Coatesville
Dec. 6, hometown floats and music travel down Rt. 30 and, again this year, a few quiet blocks — no sirens — between 4th & 5th or 8th & 9th Aves. 10 a.m. On Dec. 12, the National Iron & Steel Heritage Museum’s Holiday Open House & Auction brings traditional holiday music and festive displays. […]
Holiday Stroll in Yellow Springs Village
This village-wide event features an appearance from Santa, holiday crafts and finishes with the tree lighting at the West Pikeland Township building. 1685 Art School Rd., Chester Springs. Free. 5 to 8 pm. Visit YellowSprings.org.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
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December 13, 2025 - RecurringBrunch with Santa at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
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December 13, 2025 -Children’s Christmas Party at The Colonial Theatre
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December 13, 2025 -KOP Town Center’s Winterfest
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December 13, 2025 RecurringCelebrate the Holidays in Downingtown
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December 13, 2025 - RecurringFeel the Holiday Spirit in Phoenixville
Brunch with Santa at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Santa will be flying in from the North Pole to share brunch and listen to your requests. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur. 9:30 am to 12:30. Res. required, $25– $65. Winterthur.org.
Children’s Christmas Party at The Colonial Theatre
The whole family will enjoy this afternoon of pictures with Santa, a holiday movie, popcorn and drinks, games and prizes. 227 Bridge St., Phoenixville. 1 to 3 pm. Free tickets at any Phoenixville Federal branch location. TheColonialTheatre.com.
KOP Town Center’s Winterfest
Enjoy an immersive holiday experience, including seasonal entertainment, food and beverage offerings and photo-worthy moments. Activities include DIY crafts, face painting, DJ entertainment and more. 155 Village Dr., King of Prussia. 2 to 7 pm. Free. KingOfPrussia-TownCenter.com.
Celebrate the Holidays in Downingtown
Nov. 29, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music and Santa. Log House Field next to the Gazebo in Kerr Park. 6 pm. Dec. 13, 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. […]
Feel the Holiday Spirit in Phoenixville
Dec. 5 & 6, tree lighting downtown on Fri., 6:30 p.m., and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend including “Jessica Lynn’s A Very Merry Classic Christmas” and “The Phoenixville Christmas Spectacular” at The Colonial Theatre. Dec. 7, Breakfast with Santa and food drive at Steel City, 203 Bridge St. 9 to noon. Benefits Phoenixville Area Community […]