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“Abstract Flash: Unseen Andrew Wyeth” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds FordThe Rossettis — An Exhibition at The Delaware Art Museum
Delaware Art Museum 2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington“Our Christmas Dinner” at Bird-in-Hand Stage
Bird-In-Hand Stage 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-HandBryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital 414 Paoli Pike, MalvernBryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital 414 Paoli Pike, MalvernAmerican Music Theatre—The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel
American Music Theatre 2425 Lincoln Hwy, E. Lancaster“Gifted” — 18th Annual Holiday Exhibit at The Art Trust
Art Trust Gallery Meridian Bank, 16 W. Market St., West ChesterUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center 226 N. High St., West Chester“Million Dollar Quartet Christmas” at The Playhouse
Playhouse on Rodney Square 1007 Market St., Wilmington“A Christmas Carol: The Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Fulton Theatre
Fulton Theatre 12 N. Prince St.,, LancasterBrandywine Railroad Holiday Train Display
Brandywine River Museum of Art 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds FordWeek of Events
“Ann Lowe: American Couturier” at Winterthur Museum
Featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display. 5105 Kennett Pk., Winterthur, DE. Tues–Sun, 10 to 5. $8–$22. Winterthur.org.
“Abstract Flash: Unseen Andrew Wyeth” at the Brandywine Museum of Art
Opening in the newly renovated Andrew Wyeth Gallery and featuring 38 never-before-seen abstract watercolors. Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
The Colonial Theatre
Oct. 4, Rising Sun Presents Henry Rollins: Good To See You Tour; Oct. 14, Miguel Espinoza Fusion; Oct. 20, Rising Sun Presents The Sixties Show; Nov. 7, Rising Sun Presents Nick Lowe’s Quality Rock & Roll Revue featuring Los Straitjackets; Nov. 11, WXPN Welcomes & Rising Sun Presents 10,000 Maniacs with Leigh Nash; Nov. 17, […]
Brandywine Museum of Art
Oct. 6–Jan. 21, “Allan Freelon: Painter, Printmaker, Teacher.” Oct. 14–Feb. 28, “Rooted: Family and Nature in Contemporary Children’s Book Illustration.” Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Wed–Mon, 9:30 to 4:30. $8–$20. Brandywine.org.
The Rossettis — An Exhibition at The Delaware Art Museum
The work of Pre-Raphaelite founder Dante Gabriel Rossetti, alongside that of his wife, artist Elizabeth Siddal, and his siblings, writers Christina and William Michael Rossetti, are the subject of this major international exhibition organized in partnership with Tate Britain. Check the website for special events happening during this exhibit including “Pre-Raphaelite Promenade: The DelArt Gala” […]
“Our Christmas Dinner” at Bird-in-Hand Stage
A holiday musical igniting memories that will remind you of the true meaning of Christmas. 2760 #A Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand. Times and tickets, 717-768-1568; Bird-In-Hand.com/Stage.
Bryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale
An international juried exhibition and sale that features work by artists with physical and cognitive disabilities and hearing and visual impairments. Special events throughout the exhibition. MainLineHealth.org/Specialties/Rehab-Art-Ability.
Bryn Mawr Rehab’s 28th Annual Art Exhibition & Sale
An international juried exhibition and sale that features works by artists with physical and cognitive disabilities and hearing and visual impairments. Special events throughout the exhibition. MainLineHealth.org/Specialties/Rehab-Art-Ability.
At The Grand in Wilmington
Nov. 2, Sons of Serendip; Nov. 4, The Moth—True Stories Told Live; Nov. 9, Masters of Illusion; Nov. 10, Deadgrass; Nov. 11, The Rock Orchestra Plays David Bowie; Nov. 18, Graham Nash; Nov. 18, Musicians Giving Back: A Tribute to the Legends of Motown, at the Baby Grand; Nov. 24, The Underwater Bubble Show; Nov. […]
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.
American Music Theatre—The 2023 Christmas Show: The First Noel
This year’s all-new holiday show features your favorite seasonal songs, dancing, wondrous costumes, breathtaking sets and all the endearment of a perfect fireside family moment. 2425 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster. Times and tickets, AMTShows.com.
“Gifted” — 18th Annual Holiday Exhibit at The Art Trust
Give the gift of original art. 20 talented artists’ work is for sale — paintings, ceramics, fiber art and more. Net proceeds of art sales go towards art scholarships. Dec. 7, Bourbon & Bubbles, 5 to 8. 16 W. Market St. Gallery hours, Mon–Fri, 9 to 4:30. TheArtTrust.org.
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
Local artisans, designers, crafters and jewelers offer their holiday-inspired handmade goods and gifts. Dilworth Park, west side of City Hall, 1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia. Sun–Thurs, noon to 8; Fri–Sat, noon to 9. MadeInPhila.com.
Longwood Gardens Performance Series
Nov. 10, Bria Skonberg; Nov. 11, Piaf! The Show; Nov. 17–Jan. 7, A Longwood Christmas. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. LongwoodGardens.org.
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
Nov. 11, Better Than Bacon; Nov. 16, Sara Michaels; Nov. 17, AM Radio Tribute Band; Nov. 18, Killer Queen; Nov. 25, Superunknown: A Tribute to the Legacy of Chris Cornell; Dec. 1, The Holiday Cheer Show. 226 N. High St., West Chester. Times and tickets, UptownWestChester.org.
New Hope & Ivyland Railroad
Through Dec. 30, Santa’s North Pole Express. 32 W. Bridge St., New Hope. NewHopeRailroad.com.
Holiday Season at Nemours Estate
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 Dr., Wilmington. Tues–Sun, 10 to 5. $10–$20. NemoursEstate.org.
“A Christmas Carol” at People’s Light
Enjoy a fresh approach to Charles Dickens’ classic. Infused with original music and traditional English carols, this jubilant retelling of the beloved Yuletide ghost story is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays. Haas Stage, 39 Conestoga Rd., Malvern. Times and tickets, 610-644-3500; PeoplesLight.org.
Delaware Hospice Festival of Trees
Beautifully decorated trees and wreaths plus events, a festival marketplace, live entertainment make the weekend special. Brantwyn Estate, 600 Rockland Rd., Wilmington. $25. Fri, noon to 4; Sat & Sun, 10 to 4. Free. DelawareHospice.org.
A Longwood Christmas
“A Very Retro Christmas” is the theme this year. Reminisce amid a vintage Christmas street scene, make new memories amid dazzling, vibrant light displays—including some super-sized surprises—and revel in the radiance of retro at every turn. 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Square. $16–$30. Timed tickets req. LongwoodGardens.org.
VoxAmaDeus Holiday Concerts
Nov. 17, Brahms Requiem, a German Requiem and Alto Rhapsody with additional works; Dec. 1, 3, 5, & 17, Handel’s Messiah, performed on original Baroque instruments; Dec. 9 & 10, Renaissance Noël, celebrating the glorious Renaissance Christmas music of Old Europe. Multiple locations. Times and tickets, 610-688-2800; VoxAmaDeus.org.
“Million Dollar Quartet Christmas” at The Playhouse
This holiday reimagining brings together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for a celebration featuring holiday hits. 1007 N. Market St., Wilmington. Times and tickets, TheGrandWilmington.org.
“A Christmas Carol: The Musical” at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
A season classic! 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717- 898-1900; DutchApple.com.
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Fulton Theatre
The bright lights of Vegas meet the age-old story of brotherly love and betrayal. 12 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Times and tickets, 717-397-7425; TheFulton.org.
LuminoCity Holiday Lights Festival
This year’s theme, “Golden Holiday,” is a state-of-the-art production that brings art, light and color to life through remarkable displays of dinosaurs. It’s a winter wonderland where you’ll encounter dinosaurs with lighting sculptures surrounding them, a decorated Christmas tree and life-sized candy canes. Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave., Oaks. Wed.–Mon., 4:30 to 9:30 […]
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.
Yuletide at Winterthur
Explore the house decorated in all its finery with its signature traditions including the dried flower tree, artistic Christmas trees inspired by Ann Lowe gowns and a spectacular table set for Christmas dinner. 5105 Kennett Pk. (Rt. 52), Winterthur, DE. Timed tickets required. Winterthur.org.
“It’s A Wonderful Life” at The Candlelight Theatre
Based on the Frank Capra film, this heartwarming classic is one of the most popular Christmas tales ever written. 2208 Millers Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, 302-475-2313; CandlelightTheatreDelaware.org.
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.
Brandywine Railroad Holiday Train Display
This iconic O-gauge model train display features trains running on 2,000 feet of track and includes locomotives, passenger and freight trains, and trolleys that pass through a small village, a farm, factories, a drive-in movie theater and even a carnival. Brandywine River Museum of Art, 1 Hoffman’s Mill Rd., Chadds Ford. Daily, 9:30 to 5. […]
“A Christmas Carol Comedy” at Hedgerow Theatre
A favorite holiday tradition with a playful take on a yuletide classic. 64 Rose Valley Rd., Media. Times and tickets, 610-565-4211; HedgerowTheatre.org.
Herr’s Snack Factory Holiday Lights Display
Enjoy the free display of over 600,000 dazzling lights on their corporate campus, 271 Old Baltimore Pk., Nottingham. Dusk to dawn, 5 pm to 7 am. Free. Herrs.com.
Westtown Amish Market
1165 Wilmington Pk., West Chester. Thurs, 9 to 6, Fri, 9 to 8, Sat. 8 to 4. 610-492-5700; WestChesterAmishMarket.com.
Holidays at Hagley
Returning this year with the theme, “Treasures and Traditions,” and will featuring Holiday Home and Garden Tours, the sixth-annual Gingerbread House Competition, Santa Days, Holiday Nights Tours and more. Hagley’s Library & Soda House, 298 Buck Rd., Wilmington. Times and tickets, Hagley.org.
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, […]
Yuletide at Devon
Head to the Devon Horse Show Grounds to see a winter festival that blends the feel of a traditional European Christmas market with the thrill of a festival and holiday experience. Highlights include music, gourmet food, an Enchanted Forest with over 900 real and artificial Christmas trees, photos with Santa, amusement rides and world-class shopping. […]
Holiday Weekends in West Chester
Every weekend features West Chester’s dazzling 25-foot-tall Christmas tree and the Professional Gingerbread House Competition. Dec. 1, West Chester Christmas Parade, tree lighting at 6:30 pm on the lawn of the courthouse and the West Chester Christmas Parade at 7 pm features marching bands, cheer squads and dance teams, culminating with Santa on his very […]
Celebrate the Holidays in Downingtown
Nov. 25, Tree Lighting Ceremony with refreshments, music, face painting, crafts, games and Santa. Log House Field next to the Gazebo. 6 pm. Dec. 9, 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 […]
“Winter Wonderland Musicale” at Media Theatre
Experience the magic of the music and start your holiday season in concert and hear your favorite songs sung in festive style. 104 E. State St., Media. Times and tickets, 610-891-0100; MediaTheatre.org.
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Phoenixville Public Library Presents Wine, Wit & Wisdom
Phoenixville Public Library Presents Wine, Wit & Wisdom
The library’s largest fundraising event will include a silent auction, wine tasting, sit-down dinner and acclaimed bestselling author of Beware the Woman, Megan Abbott. RiverCrest Golf Club & Preserve, 100 Rivercrest Dr., Phoenixville. 6 to 9 pm. Tickets $95 and up. PhoenixvilleLibrary.org.
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Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Farmers Market
Eagleview Town Center, Wellington Square, Exton. Thurs. 3 to 7. 610-836-1391; GrowingRootsPartners.com
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Malvern Farmers Market
Malvern Farmers Market
Warren Ave. & Roberts Rd., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com.
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Burn Off the Bird 5K
Burn Off the Bird 5K
The Jaycees 5K Race & 1-mile Fun Run begin and end at Franklin Commons, 400 Franklin Ave., Phoenixville. Benefits the Phoenixville Jaycees Foundation to fund community events. 9 to 10:30 am. Phoenixville.org.
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Phoenixville Farmers Market
Phoenixville Farmers Market
200 Mill St. Sat, 10 to noon; seniors, 9–9:30. PhoenixvilleFarmersMarket.org.
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Downingtown Farmers Market
Downingtown Farmers Market
Log Cabin Field, Kerr Park, Pennsylvania Ave., Sat. 9 to 1. 610-836-1391. GrowingRootsPartners.com
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Christmas on King in Malvern
Christmas on King in Malvern
Food trucks, beer garden, live music, facepainting and visits from Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves from 4 to 6. The holiday spectacular performances take place in Burke Park where you can visit and take photos with Santa, try your hand at cookie decorating and enjoy the s’mores station. King St. Noon to 4. MalvernBusiness.com.
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Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series
Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series
Local performers entertain with favorite holidays songs on the steps of the courthouse on High Street, 2 to 3 pm. Nov 25, St. Agnes Parish Combined Choirs; Dec. 2, Uptown Singers; Dec. 9, TBD; Dec. 16, Bishop Shanahan Liturgical Choir. Catch Santa cruising through the borough on a classic fire truck. GreaterWestChester.com.