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“The Christmas Tree Ship” at Bird-in-Hand Stage

Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand

A ship. A storm. And a Christmas tale of heroic proportions. One family’s unsinkable mission to save Christmas. 2760 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. $18–$42. Check website for times. 717-768-1568; Bird-in-Hand.com/Stage.

“Gifted” — 17th Annual Holiday Exhibition at The Art Trust

Art Trust Gallery Meridian Bank, 16 W. Market St., West Chester

Give the gift of original art. Twenty-two talented artists display and sell their works. Dec. 1, enjoy Bourbon & Bubbles, 5 to 8:30. 16 W. Market St. Gallery hours: Mon–Fri, […]

“White Christmas” at Fulton Theatre

Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, Lancaster

Come out for this timeless show based on the classic film. The Fulton, 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.

A Longwood Christmas

Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square

Celebrate botanical splendor and the beauty and bounty of the natural world. Stroll amid floating floral designs and festive trees indoors. Outside, marvel at botanically-inspired light displays, treehouses and new […]

“Elf: The Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster

This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-898-1900; DutchApple.com.

Train Rides with Santa on Strasburg Railroad

Strasburg Rail Road 301 Gap Rd., Ronks

Santa’s aboard the historic steam train on weekends to greet families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA and back. Kids 11 and under receive a gift from […]

Yuletide at Winterthur

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur

Explore Henry Francis du Pont’s mansion, enjoy a concert and a glass of wine, ride on Mrs. Claus’s Tram, eat brunch with Santa and more. This year’s tour includes several […]

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.

Holidays on the Hill in Chestnut Hill

The Hill Chesnut Hill

Philadelphia's Urban Village invites you to enjoy live music, horse-drawn carriage rides on cobblestone streets, an outdoor model train display at Morris Arboretum, late-night shopping hours (Stag & Doe Nights […]

Christmas Village in Philadelphia

LOVE Park 1500 Arch St., Philadelphia

The authentic open-air German-style Christmas Market returns with thousands of lights and the delicious smell of waffles, gingerbread, bratwurst and mulled wine, lots of vendors and rides, too. LOVE Park, […]

West Chester Railroad: Santa Express

West Chester RR Station 203 E Market St, West Chester

Join Santa for a journey through the Chester Creek Valley. Trains depart the station at 203 E. Market St., West Chester. Visit website for times and tickets. $10–$30. WestChesterRR.net.

Herr’s Snack Factory Holiday Lights Display

Herr's Christmas Lights 20 Herr Drive, Nottingham

Enjoy the free display of over 600,000 dazzling lights on their corporate campus, 271 Old Baltimore Pk., Nottingham. Dusk to dawn. Free. Herrs.com.

“A Christmas Carol Comedy” at Hedgerow Theatre Company

Hedgerow Theatre 64 Rose Valley Theatre, Rose Valley

The US premiere of a fun and festive new adaptation of A Christmas Carol featuring two actors as Scrooge and everybody else. A celebratory spectacle for all ages that bursts […]

Brandywine Railroad

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

A holiday favorite since 1972, the Brandywine Railroad offers something for everyone with its dazzling array of both toy and scale model trains, running on 2,000 feet of track with […]

Holidays at Hagley

Soda House, Hagley Museum 298 Buck Road, Wilmington

Hagley celebrates the holiday season with the theme, “Home for the Holidays: A Celebration of Family.” Hagley’s Library & Soda House, 298 Buck Rd., Wilmington. Daily, 10 to 5. $8–$15. […]

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.

Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center 100 Station Ave., Oaks

A breathtaking array of light sculptures and displays powered by more than 1.2 million light bulbs. Enjoy photos with Santa, a skating rink, holiday shopping, festive treats and seasonal beverages […]

Gingerbread House Competition

Downtown West Chester West Chester

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 […]

“Plaid Tidings” at Delaware Theatre Company

Delaware Theatre Company 200 Water St., Wilmington

An Off-Broadway musical that combines favorite tunes from the ’50s and ’60s with traditional holiday songs. 200 Water St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-594-1100; DelawareTheatre.org.

Christmas in Coatesville

Downtown Coatesville Coatesville

Through Dec. 30, pop-up and shop markets; Dec. 2, Pavilion of Trees and Tree Lighting Ceremony in Gateway Park; Dec. 3, Coatesville Christmas Parade; Dec. 4, Christmas Caroling in downtown […]

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”

Garfield Ctr for the Arts 210 High Street, Chestertown

The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads to country-western and calypso. The Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 […]

Wilmington & Western Railroad

Greenbank Station 2201 Newport Gap Pk, Wilmington

Dec. 9–30, ride the Holiday Lights Express. Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pk., Wilmington. WWRR.com.

Winter Luminary Nights at Jenkins Arboretum

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon

A celebration of winter light as the Arboretum is aglow with luminary-lined paths, hot beverages and the warmth of friends and neighbors. 631 Berwyn Baptist Rd., Devon. 5 to 6:30 […]

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Holiday Season at Nemours Estate

Nemours Mansion Alapocas Dr. & Rt. 141, Wilmington

The Christmas decorations at the Nemours Estate mansion are often inspired by the architecture of the home, the customs of the du Ponts or French tradition. Nemours Mansion, 850 Alapocas […]