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Get ready to set aside time and make plans with your friends and family all month long with these fun, upcoming events! From the Franklin Square Holiday Festival to Army-Navy Game, there is bound to be something that you and your family will enjoy! Check out these exciting events going on this December in the Philadelphia area!<\/p>\n
Vikings: Beyond the Legend<\/em><\/strong> at The Franklin Institute Christmas in Peddler\u2019s Village Franklin Square Holiday Festival Christmas Village in Philadelphia A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens The Pennsylvania Ballet Presents George Balanchine\u2019s The Nutcracker Army-Navy Game Independence Seaport Museum\u2019s Parade of Lights Broadway Philadelphia Presents Dr. Seuss\u2019<\/em> How The Grinch Stole Christmas!<\/em> The Musical Disney on Ice<\/em><\/strong> at the Wells Fargo Center SugarHouse Casino\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront
\n<\/strong>October 13th<\/sup> \u2013 March 3rd
\n<\/sup>The Vikings: Beyond the Legend<\/em><\/a> installation makes landfall at The Franklin Institute<\/a> showcasing many Viking treasures and artifacts, including a 21-foot-long Viking ship replica! Learn how the advancements made during the Viking era have impacted society today with this wonderful exhibit.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>November 9th<\/sup> \u2013 January 5th
\n<\/sup>Head out of the city to Peddler’s Village<\/a> to enjoy one million twinkling lights, holiday shopping, and so much more! Christmas in Peddler’s Village<\/a> transforms into the hub of holiday happenings and it’s a perfect family-friendly activity to enjoy throughout December!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>November 15th<\/sup> \u2013 December 31st
\n<\/sup>There is plenty of holiday fun to be had at the Franklin Square Holiday Festival<\/a>! From the popular Electrical Spectacle to visits from Santa, mini-golf, comfort food, and delicious hot beverages, there’s so much to do at this family-friendly event!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>November 22nd<\/sup> \u2013 December 24th
\n<\/sup>The pop up Christmas Village at LOVE Park<\/a> is back for the holiday season. With a wide range of local and international vendors, there will be plenty of accessories and ornaments to browse through, as well as live performances and delicious food and drink.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>November 22nd<\/sup> \u2013 January 6th
\n<\/sup>This popular two-month celebration is back for the holidays with half a million twinkling lights and seasonal d\u00e9cor! Head on over to Longwood Gardens<\/a> during A Longwood Christmas<\/a> and enjoy all the holiday plants\/d\u00e9cor, music, and colorful fountain shows! This event is perfect for a romantic day out!<\/p>\n
\n<\/em><\/strong>December 7th<\/sup> \u2013 31st
\n<\/sup>Get your tickets to witness the classic ballet, The Nutcracker<\/em> come to life at the Academy of Music<\/a> this holiday season. Performed by the dance of the Philadelphia Ballet for the 54th<\/sup> year, watch as visions of sugar plum fairies, dancing nutcrackers, and the evil mouse king become reality as the story unfolds all set to the icon Tchaikovsky score!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>December 8th
\n<\/sup>Head on over to the Lincoln Financial Field to watch one of the most competitive rivalries face off in the spirited Army-Navy Game<\/a>! You won’t want to miss this game unfold. It is sure to be a lively and high-stakes game!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>December 8th
\n<\/sup>The holiday festivities continue to sparkle as boats prepare to float down the Delaware River for the annual Parade of Lights<\/a>! Take in the sparkling views from Penn’s Landing<\/a> or the Independence Seaport Museum’s<\/a> second-floor terrace! You won’t want to miss this beautiful and festive sight!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>December 19th<\/sup> \u2013 29th<\/sup> (select dates)
\nComing to the Merriam Theater just in time for the holiday season, Dr. Seuss\u2019 How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical<\/em><\/a> is the perfect way to get everyone in the holiday mood! Bring the whole family to the Merriam Theater<\/a>, located on 250 S. Broad Street for a fun family night outing!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>December 24th<\/sup> \u2013 31st
\n<\/sup>Disney on Ice<\/em><\/a> returns to the Well Fargo Center for a night full of family fun! This year will feature Mickey’s Search Party, where guests will enjoy an ice skating Mickey Mouse, acrobatics, and visits from other popular Disney characters like Coco, Elsa, Aladdin and more!<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>December 31st<\/sup> \u2013 January 1st
\n<\/sup>Ring in the New Year with Philly’s biggest fireworks show at SugarHouse Casino\u2019s New Year\u2019s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront<\/a>. Two sets of fireworks will be showcased, one at 6PM for the younger audience to enjoy and a second show when the clock strikes at 12AM! Make sure to head on over to Penn’s Landing for the spectacle!<\/p>\n