Aren’t we all searching for a little extra magic these days?

Well, your search is over because Disney On Ice is back and coming to Philadelphia with the Disney On Ice Mickey’s Search Party opening August 5 at the Wells Fargo Center and running through August 8.

Embark on a quest with Mickey Mouse and pals as they follow Captain Hook’s treasure map for clues to find Tinker Bell after he attempts to capture her magic. Journey across  the Marigold Bridge with Miguel from Disney Pixar’s Coco into the magnificent and mystical Land of the Dead and discover a vibrantly colorful performance with skeletons atop sway poles dancing over the audience in a beautiful cultural celebration of family.

Travel to the wintry world of Arendelle and sing along with Elsa as video projection creates a kaleidoscope of crystals to help build her ice palace. Witness Belle lift into the sky as the enchanted chandelier comes to life high over the ice. Demonstrate the power of teamwork when Buzz Lightyear, Woody and Jessie recruit the Green Army Men for a  daring rescue in Andy’s room. Sail away with Moana on her daring voyage across the ocean and bravely encounter the fiery wrath of Te Ka. And make memories with your whole family during Aladdin andThe Little Mermaid as the search party becomes an all- out celebration.

Tickets for this magical celebration are on sale now and available for purchase here.

Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party dates and times in Philadelphia are:

August 5 – 8, 2021

·        Thursday, August 5 – 7:00pm OPENING NIGHT

·        Friday, August 6 – 11:00am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm

·        Saturday, August 7 – 11:00am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm

·        Sunday, August 8 – 11:00am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm

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COVID-19 Precautions: Please check all local COVID-19 precautions before attending. Face coverings are strongly encouraged, regardless of vaccination status, and may be required per state, city and venue policies. The CDC recommends face coverings if you are not fully vaccinated., which are subject to change prior to the show. Please consult the venue website for up-to-date protocols including the latest face covering policy. Please refer to the Wells Fargo Center and Disney On Ice websites regarding enhanced health and safety measures: WFC and DOI.

Disclosure: I was given complimentary tickets to attend Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party for the purposes of reviewing and promoting the show. I was also given complimentary tickets to give away to you all. Isn’t that awesome?? (Thanks Wells Fargo Center and Disney on Ice!) As always, all opinions expressed about Disney being magical whether it’s in Florida or right here in Philly at the Disney On Ice show are our own. 

Temperatures are dropping with the latest winter vortex blowing in and there is more snow in the forecast for Philly this week but there are still some fun events to enjoy safely either in person or virtually from home.

The National Constitution Center is re-opening Feb. 12th. Reserve your advance tickets now. Or enjoy virtual interactive events such as presidential trivia and much more all President’s Day weekend long. Find virtual experiences and content here.

Check out the Museum of the American Revolution either onsite or online with family-friendly tours, talks, crafts, and more. Explore the nation’s first president, George Washington, and the diverse range of people he would have interacted with through the virtual first oval office sneak peek online tour. And, don’t miss the museum’s special exhibition When Women Lost the Vote: A Revolutionary Story, 1776-1807, which explores the stories of the nation’s first women voters, now available online as a virtual exhibit and on view at the museum through April 25th.

Celebrate Black History Month all February long through virtual programs offered by the African American History Museum including a look at Civil Rights activists in the Through His Eyes: Youth Activism in the Civil Rights Era in Philadelphia collection of photographs of Black youth that bring attention to young activists. And enjoy the full calendar of virtual programs that feature and celebrate black history at the museum here.

Ring in the Year of the Ox with Chinese New Year Celebrations including socially distanced Chinese New Year Celebration at Dilworth Park which is transformed into a socially distanced party complete with ice skating, a dancing dragon, festive decorations and more. Admission to the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink includes lucky red envelopes with secret prizes (while supplies last).

Enjoy the virtual Chinese New Year Celebration from the Main Line Chinese Culture Center online via YouTube on Sunday Feb. 14 at 7pm.

And support the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation by supporting their Virtual New Year Celebration this year taking place on Fri. Feb. 26th at 4pm.

Or check out the Penn Museum‘s vast online resources and live virtual programs including Culture Fest! which brings cultural festivities from across the globe into your home with a full month of virtual tours, discussions, crafts, and more for youth and adults. Join local guides and Museum experts as they illuminate diverse traditions and celebrate our shared humanity featuring Fetes des Masques in February.

As Philly’s museums and attractions are starting to re-open, we urge you to continue to be cautious as you and your family start safely exploring again. Please remember to wear your masks, wash your hands frequently, and practice proper social distancing if and when you do go out and about.

Here is a short list of some major Philly area attractions that are re-opening or have already opened. Please be sure to call or check their websites before you go to make sure you are fully aware of any new safety protocols that you may have to observe.

The Franklin Institute re-opened as of July 8 with limited hours and capacity Wed.-Sun. only through limited timed tickets. All guests over age 3 are required to wear face coverings and have temperature checks upon entry.

The Penn Museum re-opened on July 28 and is strongly encouraging advanced booking of timed tickets prior to visiting the museum to keep transactions contact free and to limit capacity. Visitors will be asked to follow a one-way route through the museum galleries and are asked to follow the arrow markings on the floor to ensure proper social distancing.

The Academy of Natural Sciences re-opened last Fri. July 31 and is offering offering timed ticketing allowing reduced museum capacity to 25% or less and encourages social distancing of 6 feet. The Academy recommends you purchase your tickets online for a low-touch entry. Your online tickets will be emailed to you as a PDF attachment.

The Philadelphia Zoo re-opened on July 9 for outside exhibits only (no indoor areas are open to the public). High-touch attractions such as the swan boats and carousel will remain closed and limited capacity is enforced through advanced ticketing only.

Elmwood Park Zoo re-opened on Fri. June 26 with single-day tickets available through online reservations only. Areas are marked with directional signage and not all areas are open to the public yet.

The Brandywine River Museum re-opened on July 1 with normal operating hours but is only offering timed ticketing to minimize the number of visitors into the building.

Drive-In Movies are making a come back and now more than ever before you have options to check one out!

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks is offering a Pop-Up Cinema Drive-In experience with a great range of movies from The Wizard of Oz running tonight Sat. Aug. 1st at 9pm to Gremlins on Fri. Aug. 14th. Movies are currently running Thurs. – Sun. with shows starting at 9pm. Advanced tickets are required and can be purchased online for $25 per car.

Main Line Animal Rescue is offering Drive-In move experience for a great cause on Saturday Aug. 15th featuring The Sandlot with gates opening at 6:30 and the movie starting at 7:45pm. Tickets are $10 General Admission, $7 for kids ages 6-12, and kids under 5 free. Drive-in movies are held on MLAR’s 60-acre farm and brings together animal advocates, movie buffs, and fellow-hunker-downers in the surrounding communities for an evening of shared family fun—all while appropriately socially distancing in individual vehicles. Bring your own grahams, chocolate, and ‘mallows and enjoy an evening at the drive-in!

The Navy Yard is offering an array of fun for all ages all from the comfort of your own car at its The Parking Lot Social events. Check out great classic movies, trivia, DJs, and even get street food to enjoy in your car.

Many area orchards and farms are open and offering pick-your own fruit and other socially distant outdoor fun. Check out these select farms for unique outdoor fun.

Linvilla Orchards in Media, PA offers pick your own peaches, blueberries and more. Please note: animals, playground and picnic area are all closed still.

Maple Acres Farm in Plymouth Meeting, PA is offering pick your own flowers, corn, blueberries and more

Shadybrook Farm Yardly, PA has sweet corn, peaches, flowers and more.

And many Philadelphia attractions are offering exciting virtual and online programming still which you can do without even leaving home. Don’t miss our round-up of virtual offerings from all your favorite Philly institutions.

A lot has changed in the world over the past few weeks and we are all looking for some family fun while we’re on extended stay at home flattening the curve of COVID-19 with our kiddos. Even though we can’t go inside anywhere physically anytime soon there are so many incredible things you can do virtually with your kids and families so we have put together this list for you of some of our favorite all-virtual activities and things to do while you are at home.

And please stay home, be safe, and enjoy these virtual fun trips and things to do!

Philadelphia Zoo offers daily Philly Zoo at 2 Facebook Live videos daily at 2pm ET with their zoo animals and keepers.

Cincinnati Zoo offers Home Safari Facebook Live videos each day at 3pm ET with their animals and keepers.

Enjoy Zoo School Live each day at 11am ET from Elmwood Park Zoo and other fun content to do at home on the new EPZoo2U portal.

Adventure Aquarium has daily online activities and virtual feedings videos.

The Bronx Zoo has live webcams, educational videos, and your Moment of Zen.

The Franklin Institute is helping kids get outside safely with their new Franklin Outside Nature Scavenger Hunt (beginning Monday April 6).

Carnegie Science Center offers a daily dose of fun with Something to Read, Something to Watch, Something to Do each day at 8am ET.

Night Skies @Home with Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts from The Franklin Institute gives stargazers of all ages a chance to step outside and and enjoy a tour of the night sky from home every Thursday evening at 7:45pm ET.

Parked At Home from the National Park Service allows you to enjoy the beauty and splendor of the country’s national parks from the comfort and safety from home. Take a virtual visit and enjoy some educational activities and fun.

NASA at Home includes e-books, podcasts, videos NASA calls “bingeable,” do-it-yourself science experiments, and virtual tours. There’s even an app that allows you to take control of a NASA aircraft.

Brandywine At Home is offering virtual museum tours and art activities for all ages including virtual tours of exhibits and calming videos of the museum’s nature trails.

Explore the Barnes Foundation with Barnes at Home online videos including Barnes Takeout with short doses of paintings in 5-10 mins.

Philadelphia Magic Gardens has Visit From Home with virtual tours, activity sheets and more.

Curtis Institute of Music has launched Curtis Is Here daily at 12pm ET featuring videos of favorite or rarely seen Curtis performances accompanied by welcoming commentary from members of the Curtis community.

Virtual Philadelphia Orchestra brings music into your home with interactive education and enrichment for all ages including a past or previously unreleased Philadelphia Orchestra performance every Thurs. at 8pm ET.  

Take a virtual springtime Garden Tour at Longwood Gardens online. Take a virtual springtime Garden Tour at Longwood Gardens online.

The Penn Museum at Home is offering at home anthropology, digital digs, and virtual gallery tours.

Museum of the American Revolution has virtual museum tours, virtual field trips and even a Virtual Spring Break starting Monday April 6.

Carnegie Museums From Home are offering a diverse range of ways to connect with content and collections virtually including virtual tours, printables, and much more.

National Museum of Mathematics has virtual field trips and online lessons as well as MoMath interactive lessons via Zoom (for a fee) starting April 6.

Acclaimed children’s author and illustrator Mo Willem’s Lunch Doodles drawing lessons straight from Mo’s studio through The Kennedy Center. The live sessions ended but you can watch the archives.

Dav Pilkey, children’s author and illustrator, has teamed up with the Library of Congress to offer video content on Friday mornings at 8am ET.

Twirl Performing Arts at Home fun page with coloring pages, dance videos, and other family movement activities.

Cirque du Soleil special online performances, family workout videos, and unique kids content.

For the Disney Fanatic Family

Check out Disney Jungle Cruise Skippers doing their thing and serving up the corny jokes from home

Or enjoy virtual POV ride-throughs of your favorite Disney classic rides from Fun Family Florida

Enjoy Disney’s Dapper Dans Singing When You Wish Upon a Star together from home

Learn how to draw Mickey Mouse and your other favorite Disney characters with a Disney Parks artist with these online drawing classes

COVID-19 Specific

Talking to kids about COVID-19 including coping strategies, explaining the virus, and more from DaVinci Science Center

Learning Toolbox on viruses and timely COVID-19 related science based activities from the Exploratorium

COVID-19 Time Capsule coloring pages for kids created by Ohio-based graphic designer and mom Natalie Long

Parting Advice from Kids

And to close it out, here’s some sage advice from our in-house phillyfun kids (ages 12 and 9):

“We really like the virtual zoos because we get to see lots of animals!”

“We also suggest you go outside and get some fresh air. Because if you don’t it can affect your health.”

“Spend quality time with your family including playing board games, virtual church, outside activities, and don’t forget to take your vitamins!”

It’s opening weekend of the Philadelphia Auto Show plus there are lots of great other family fun not to be missed this second Feb. weekend in Philly.

Philadelphia Auto Show
Saturday Feb. 8 – Sunday Feb. 17
9am – 10pm (Sat.), 9am – 6pm (Sun)
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St.
Philadelphia, PA

Race on over to the 2020 Philadelphia Auto Show to view more than 700 vehicles from 45-plus manufacturers. $14 adults, $12 ages 7-12, free ages 6 and under.

Indoor Mini Golf
Friday Feb. 7 – Sunday Feb. 9
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Linvilla Orchard’s Fore! The Planet Indoor Mini Golf is a highly interactive and playful museum exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia and pairs important environmental issues with the fun of miniature golf. Enjoy 18 unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Tickets $6.95 adults, children $5.95.

Second Saturday: Exploring Ancient Egypt
Saturday Feb. 8
11am – 4pm
Penn Museum
3260 South St
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy Second Saturday at the Penn Museum this Saturday Feb. 8th from 11am – 4pm. Discover what life was like in Ancient Egypt. Participate in a family-friendly tour, design your own cartouche and write your name in hieroglyphs. Don’t forget to pick up a scavenger hunt that will challenge you to take a closer look at objects in the Egyptian galleries. Stop by the games station and challenge yourself to a game in the galleries. Free with museum admission $18.

Historic Candy Making
Saturday Feb. 8
11am – 3pm
Pottsgrove Manor
100 West King Street
Pottstown, PA

Sugar was an expensive good in the colonial era, and the sweet candies made with sugar were a true treat. Discover recipes for candied citrus fruits and almond cremes, or try your hand to assist the historic cooks in the reproduction kitchen. Learn about how candies, such as comfits, were made in the 18th century and see if you can keep track of just how much sugar was used to create all these marvelous sweets! Assist the cooks to create the eye-catching displays and sugar paste boxes that colonial party guests could use to take some of these candies home. $2.

Sundays on Stage
Sunday Feb. 9
2-3pm
Parkway Central Library
1901 Vine Street
Philadelphia, PA

Head to the Parkway Central Library to see Sundays on Stage: Celebrations of India. Combining fluid movement with complex melodies and rhythmic patterns, traditional Indian dance originated more than 2,000 years ago in Hindu temples. Artist Ramya Ramnarayan, in costumes, jewelry and makeup, brings the art form to life, highlighting the role dance has in the cultural and spiritual life of India. Free.

Universal African Drum and Dance Performance
Garden State Discovery Museum
Saturday Feb. 8
12pm and 2pm
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 

Universal African Drum & Dance Ensemble will deliver a performance featuring song, dance and drum at the Garden State Discovery Museum at 12pm and 2pm. $14.95

The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their one-of-a-kind family entertainment, will bring their 2020 World Tour to Philadelphia’s own Wells Fargo Center on Sunday, March 1, 2020at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. to take on their long-time adversaries the Washington Generals. 

The Globetrotters will face the Washington Generals who are looking to snap a nearly 50-year losing streak against their world famous rivals during the 2020 tour. The Globetrotters’ star-studded roster will showcase incredible ball handling wizardry, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy, and unequaled fan interaction. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans.

The Harlem Globetrotters® are legendary worldwide, synonymous with one-of-a-kind family entertainment and great basketball skills for the past 91 years. Throughout their history, the Original Harlem Globetrotters have showcased their iconic talents in 122 countries and territories on six continents, often breaking down cultural and societal barriers while providing fans with their first-ever basketball experience. Proud inductees of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, the Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans – among them popes, kings, queens, and presidents – over nine thrilling decades.

For more information about the Harlem Globetrotters, visit the Globetrotters’ official Web site: www.harlemglobetrotters.com and follow them on Twitter @Globies.

Tickets for the Philadelphia game on Sunday March 1st are available online at WellsFargoCenterPhilly.com, by phone at 1-800-298-4200, or in person at the Wells Fargo Center box office.

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It’s the final weekend in January and there is winter fun to be had in and around Philly this weekend. Don’t miss one of these fantastic family fun events including Chinese New Year celebrations and more!

Chinese New Year Celebration
Saturday Jan. 25
5-9pm
Rothman Ice Rink
1 S 15th St
Philadelphia, PA

Celebrate Chinese New Year at Dilworth Park in front of City Hall where The Philadelphia Suns will perform a traditional lion dance, complete with a prancing dragon. Plus, martial arts demonstrations, firework effects, an Asian-inspired menu, and other surprises and fun are planned throughout the evening. Lucky red envelopes containing secret prizes will be given to the first 50 guests. Free.

Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday Jan. 25
1-3pm
Independence Seaport Museum
211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA

Join a family-friendly exploration of the connections between traditions, time, tools and the water around the world at the Independence Seaport Museum’s Lunar New Year Celebration this Saturday Jan. 25 from 1-3pm.

Lunar New Year Performance
Sunday Jan. 26
12:30pm
Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Republic
Philadelphia, PA

Ring in the Lunar New Year and bring in good luck at the Please Touch Museum this Sunday Jan. 24th. Performances at 12:30pm and 2:30pm with traditional lion dancing and music by Penn Lions. Free with museum admission. Admission is $19.95.

Indoor Mini Golf
Friday Jan. 24-Sunday Jan. 26
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Linvilla Orchard’s Fore! The Planet Indoor Mini Golf is a highly interactive and playful museum exhibit created by the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia and pairs important environmental issues with the fun of miniature golf. Enjoy 18 unique educational holes explore butterfly metamorphosis, a tropical rain forest, evolution, dinosaur extinction, food chains, and more. Tickets $6.95 adults, children $5.95.

2020 Lion Dance Parade
Sunday Jan. 26
11am – 3pm
Chinatown
10th and Spring Street
Philadelphia PA

Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Philly’s own Chinatown with the 2020 Lion Dance Parade starting at 11am. Enjoy parade and performances by The Philadelphia Suns and others. Free.

Family Fest
Sunday Jan. 26
11am – 3pm
National Liberty Museum
321 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA

The National Liberty Museum is hosting Family Fest on Sunday Jan. 26. Visitors of all ages are invited to join for a day of fun activities that proves you are never too young (or too old) to be a Liberty Hero! Free with museum admission. Adults $12, Youth $6.

Indian Classical Dance
Sunday Jan. 26
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA)
118-128 N. Broad St
Philadelphia, PA

Dance and learn the mythology stories behind the Indian Classical Dance form Bharatanatyam and its rich history and heritage at the Family Arts Academy at PAFA on Sunday Jan. 26. Free.

It’s a long holiday weekend in Philly and with some snow in the forecast too making for a great winter weekend for families. Take part in one of the many Martin Luther King Jr. events happening in the area or just get out for some January fun for all.

Martin Luther King Weekend and Day of Service
Museum of American Revolution
Saturday Jan. 18 – Monday Jan. 20
101 S Third Street
Philadelphia, PA

Discover the ongoing legacy of the American Revolution and learn what it takes to change the world as you honor Martin Luther King, Jr. and the day of service at the Museum of the American Revolution. The museum will feature diverse programming that discusses a variety of communities during the Revolution who banded together to push boundaries for what they felt was best for themselves, the community, and the world. $21 adults, $13 kids.

Lunar New Year Festival
Saturday Jan. 18
10am . 5pm
Penn Museum
3260 South St.
Philadelphia, PA

The Penn Museum is holding its annual family-friendly Lunar New Year Festival featuring Asian films, storytelling, art-making, the traditional Lion Dance, and a martial arts tournament. Museum admission is $18 adults, $13 children.

Dr. Martin Luther King Weekend
Saturday Jan. 18 – Monday Jan. 20
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site
2027 Fairmount Ave
Philadelphia, PA

Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his 1963 “Letter from Birmingham Jail” at Philadelphia’s Eastern State Penitentiary during Dr. Martin Luther King Weekend. Engage in special readings from the landmark text and respond to its relevance today. Professional actors, youth and community leaders read excerpts from Dr. King’s letter three times a day on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. After each reading, visitors are invited to respond to the letter’s relevance today during an informal discussion moderated by a civil rights scholar. On Monday, January 20 only, enjoy family activities from 10 am – 4 pm with the African American Museum in Philadelphia and Art Sanctuary, musical performances at 1 pm and 3 pm. Readings and discussion are free and open to the public. Penitentiary admission is $14 adults, $10 children.

2020 MLK Weekend Celebration
Friday Jan. 17 – Monday Jan. 20
African American Museum of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA

The African American Museum of Philadelphia celebrates Martin Luther King all weekend long with special programs and events. On Sat. the museum hosts a day of service where visitors make care packages for Philadelphia families. On Sunday the museum presents Journey: Sounding Resistance and on Monday the annual MLK Day Celebration includes the Citizens Bank Scavenger Hunt, a visit from the Phillie Phanatic, the MLK Memorial Concert and a reenactment of King by Carlo Campbell. Admission is just $2 all weekend long through sponsorship by Citizens Bank.

Philadelphia Home Show
Friday Jan. 17 – Sunday Jan. 19
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Don’t miss the final weekend of the Philadelphia Home Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Connect with hundreds of home-improvement experts, shop for décor, join make-and-take workshops and learn how to upcycle items into a bar cart. There’s also a family area with activities and comfortable seating. Tickets $10 adults, $3 children.

25th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service
Monday Jan. 20
Across Philadelphia

The Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service, the largest Martin Luther King Day event in the nation is taking place on Monday Jan. 20th and brings together volunteers and communities in service projects. Area individuals and families will receive vital services and resources as part of the 25th Annual Greater Philadelphia King Day of Service. Volunteer and get involved here.

Last weekend before Christmas and the start of Hanukkah too! Lots to do in Philly this weekend to celebrate the festive time of year and the holidays with families.

A Longwood Christmas
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Longwood Gardens
1001 Longwood Rd.
Kennet Square, PA

The Longwood Christmas display is inspired by the contours of traditional holiday favorites like ribbons and colorful confectionery, and by the figures of nature from pine cones to snowflakes. Outdoors amidst the grounds at Longwood, you can stroll among illuminated trees, glowing orbs, and a shimmering tunnel of lights. Enjoy this fantastic light display choreographed to music in the main Fountain Garden and by the lake. $25 adults, $13 kids.

Old City Menorah Lighting
Sunday Dec. 22
4:30pm – 5:30pm
Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA

Head to Rittenhouse Square on the first night of Hanukkah to help light the park’s giant menorah during a community-focused celebration in the park. Free.

Holiday Bricktacular
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
500 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, NY

The ultimate indoor LEGO playground is transforming into a winter wonderland during Holiday Bricktacular complete with themed workshops, magical LEGO creations, and a LEGO Santa. Festivities include: a Winter Wonderful MINILAND: A LEGO replica of Philadelphia transformed into a winter wonderland; a scavenger hunt to spot the new wintery wonders; Ho Ho WOAH!: Kids can meet festive LEGO characters and take a selfie with LEGO Santa in his sleigh; festive LEGO Builds and much more! Free with admission.

Holiday Light Show
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Fashion District Philadelphia
901 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA

The newly updated Fashion District retail and entertainment space debuts a brand new light show boasting a 45-foot-tall floating tree with giant stainless steel mirror ornaments and a light show timed to music by the Philly Pops. The five-minute show runs every 30 minutes. Free.

Holiday Festival and Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Franklin Square
6th and Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy the Holiday Festival and Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square this season. In addition to the Parx Liberty Carousel and Philly Mini Golf, holiday entertainment includes train rides around the square, Santa Saturdays, Seasonal Sounds on Sundays and much more. Kids are invited to bring their letters to Santa for the Santa Mailbox, or deliver them in person to him on Santa Saturdays. Free entrance. Some attractions ticketed.

Candytopia
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Fashion District Philadelphia
9th and Market
Philadelphia, PA

Families will enjoy Candytopia – an interactive art installation celebrating the vibrant colors and flavors of favorite sugary delights across over a dozen environments, from flying unicorn pigs to a marshmallow tsunami. More than one dozen rooms have larger-than-life interactive art installations and full sensory experiences. $20-$28.

Festival of Lights
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Rd.
Media, PA

Dozens of decorated lit trees and festive displays at Rose Tree Park in Media draw visitors back each year to stroll the glimmering walkways and grounds, linger in the festive atmosphere, and pay a visit to childhood figures such as Charlie Brown & the Peanuts gang and Santa & his reindeer. Free.

Christmas Village
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
11am – 8pm
JFK Plaza
1500 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a German style Christmas Market right in the heart of Philadelphia at Christmas Village in Philadelphia’s iconic Love Park. Christmas Village is a daily outdoor holiday market selling all sorts of gifts, food, crafts and more right in the heart of Center City. Enjoy 80 vendors amidst the magic and backdrop of iconic Philadelphia landmarks. Free admission.

A Very Furry Christmas
Friday Dec. 20 – Sunday Dec. 22
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorn, PA

A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place® is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and festive decorations all around. Make magical winter memories, enjoy tasty treats of the season, and enjoy the shows and holiday fun galore. Tickets $30.99 and up.

Hooray for Hannukah
Sunday Dec. 22
9:30am – 5:30pm
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ

Enjoy an interactive performance at Garden State Discovery Museum this Sunday Dec. 22nd with Cantor Scott Borsky in the Horizon Foundation Theatre at 3pm. Create Hanukkah crafts in the art studio throughout the day. $15.95

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and holiday festivities are in full swing! Be sure to enjoy all the wonderful Philadelphia attractions and events with your family this weekend.

Christmas Carol Karaoke
Saturday Dec. 14 – Sunday Dec. 15
12pm-2pm
Garden State Discovery Museum
2040 Springdale Road
Cherry Hill, NJ

Take the whole family to Garden State Discovery Museum where you can sing Christmas carols in the Horizon Foundation Theater at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm. $15.95

Santa Fest
Saturday Dec. 14
10am – 1pm
American Helicopter Museum & Education Center
1220 American Blvd.
West Chester, PA

The annual Santa Fest takes place on Saturday Dec. 14th from 10am – 1pm when Santa will be arriving in a helicopter to hear childrens’ wish lists in his workshop. Helicopter rides are available for an extra $60. $10 per person.

Holiday Bricktacular
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
500 West Germantown Pike
Plymouth Meeting, NY

The ultimate indoor LEGO playground is transforming into a winter wonderland during Holiday Bricktacular complete with themed workshops, magical LEGO creations, and a LEGO Santa. Festivities include: a Winter Wonderful MINILAND: A LEGO replica of Philadelphia transformed into a winter wonderland; a scavenger hunt to spot the new wintery wonders; Ho Ho WOAH!: Kids can meet festive LEGO characters and take a selfie with LEGO Santa in his sleigh; festive LEGO Builds and much more! Free with admission.

Holiday Light Show
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
Fashion District Philadelphia
901 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA

The newly updated Fashion District retail and entertainment space debuts a brand new light show boasting a 45-foot-tall floating tree with giant stainless steel mirror ornaments and a light show timed to music by the Philly Pops. The five-minute show runs every 30 minutes. Free.

Holiday Festival and Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
Franklin Square
6th and Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy the Holiday Festival and Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square this season. In addition to the Parx Liberty Carousel and Philly Mini Golf, holiday entertainment includes train rides around the square, Santa Saturdays, Seasonal Sounds on Sundays and much more. Kids are invited to bring their letters to Santa for the Santa Mailbox, or deliver them in person to him on Santa Saturdays. Free entrance. Some attractions ticketed.

Candytopia
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
Fashion District Philadelphia
9th and Market
Philadelphia, PA

Families will enjoy Candytopia – an interactive art installation celebrating the vibrant colors and flavors of favorite sugary delights across over a dozen environments, from flying unicorn pigs to a marshmallow tsunami. More than one dozen rooms have larger-than-life interactive art installations and full sensory experiences. $20-$28.

Festival of Lights
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
Rose Tree Park
1671 N Providence Rd.
Media, PA

Dozens of decorated lit trees and festive displays at Rose Tree Park in Media draw visitors back each year to stroll the glimmering walkways and grounds, linger in the festive atmosphere, and pay a visit to childhood figures such as Charlie Brown & the Peanuts gang and Santa & his reindeer. Free.

Christmas Village
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
11am – 8pm
JFK Plaza
1500 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy a German style Christmas Market right in the heart of Philadelphia at Christmas Village in Philadelphia’s iconic Love Park. Christmas Village is a daily outdoor holiday market selling all sorts of gifts, food, crafts and more right in the heart of Center City. Enjoy 80 vendors amidst the magic and backdrop of iconic Philadelphia landmarks. Free admission.

Wassailing Caroling Hayrides
Saturday Dec. 14
5pm and 6pm
Linvilla Orchards
137 West Knowlton Road
Media, PA

Celebrate the ancient tradition of wassailing at Linvilla Orchards in Media this Saturday night. Sing Christmas carols around the campfire and enjoy apple-cider samples. While there, search for the perfect Christmas tree from over 40,000 trees and enjoy other holiday fun around the farm. Tickets $8.

A Very Furry Christmas
Friday Dec. 13 – Sunday Dec. 15
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorn, PA

A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place® is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and festive decorations all around. Make magical winter memories, enjoy tasty treats of the season, and enjoy the shows and holiday fun galore. Tickets $30.99 and up.