SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Old City Holiday Market, presented by Fezziwig’s Sweet Shoppe
11:00am-6:00pm
The Clay Studio parking lot
137-139 N. 2nd Street
Holiday Market at Opportunity Barks
Sunday, December 9
10:00am-2:00pm
Pet Photos with Alexa Nahas (must sign up in advance via online link)
Local Philly vendors selling gifts for people and pets
Drinks and Sweet Treats
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
On Saturday, Dec. 8 and Sunday, Dec. 9, make an ornament inspired by nautical details from the 1770s Bonnin and Morris pickle stand on loan from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and on display in the Museum’s gallery until Dec. 31. During the 18th Century, shell motifs were popular in design and the Philadelphia-based porcelain factory cast real shells to include on their works. Also on Dec. 9, create your own seashell-inspired ice cream bowl at a ticketed workshop in partnership with The Clay Studio. More here.
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 10
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11
Gingerbread-Themed History After Hours
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
On Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 5 – 8 p.m., guests will enjoy a special program featuring cookie and cocktail pairings with American Cookie author Anne Byrn, as part of the Museum’s gingerbread-themed History After Hours event. $10 for non-members, free for Members (includes full exhibit access). More here.
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12
Barry’s Buns Annual Gingerbread Workshop
Barry's Buns at The Bourse Food Hall, 111 S. Independence Mall E
Wednesday, December 12 - 6:30-8:00pm
We will provide:
Fresh baked gingerbread house
Royal icing
All the fixings for decorating
Professional guidance/instruction
$75 for one extra large house for one adult or one adult and one child.
Call 267-521-2867 to make your reservation. Space is limited!
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
Barry’s Buns Annual Gingerbread Workshop
Thursday, December 13 - 6:30-8:00pm
We will provide:
Fresh baked gingerbread house
Royal icing
All the fixings for decorating
Professional guidance/instruction
$75 for one extra large house for one adult or one adult and one child.
Call 267-521-2867 to make your reservation. Space is limited!
Ornament Workshop at The Center for Art in Wood
The Center for Art in Wood, 141 N. 3rd Street
Thurs, Dec 13th 5-7pm
Members $10 I Non-Members $15
Open to 21 and over
Mulled Wine and Ornaments
Join us for an evening of decorating and making traditional Scandinavian ornaments. Supplies are included.
Shop The Center for Art in Wood, spend $75 or more and receive 20% off your purchase! Good starting Nov 1 through Dec 31st. (This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts, offers or complimentary gift certificates.)
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14
147 N. 2nd Street
Open 10:00am-4:00pm
Santa Claus will frequent the museum for photo opportunities Friday & Saturday until December 26th
Christ Church
20 N. American Street
Friday, December 14, 7:00pm
Join historian Neil Ronk for "Revolutionary Christmas," a candlelit tour that considers the angst and awe experienced by members and visitors to Christ Church, Philadelphia during the Christmas season of 1776. This holiday tour is offered from 7 - 8 p.m. on Fri. Nov. 30, Fri. Dec. 14, and Fri. Dec. 21. $20/person. Click here for tickets.
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15
Old City Holiday Market, presented by Fezziwig’s Sweet Shoppe
11:00am-7:00pm
The Clay Studio parking lot
137-139 N. 2nd Street
147 N. 2nd Street
Open 10:00am-4:00pm
Santa Claus will be at the museum for photo opportunities 2:00-4:30pm
Barry’s Buns Annual Gingerbread Workshop
Saturday, December 15 - 11:00am-12:30pm
We will provide:
Fresh baked gingerbread house
Royal icing
All the fixings for decorating
Professional guidance/instruction
$75 for one extra large house for one adult or one adult and one child.
Call 267-521-2867 to make your reservation. Space is limited!
Family Ornament Craft Table at The Center for Art in Wood
The Center for Art in Wood, 141 N. 3rd Street
Sat, Dec 15th 11am – 3pm
FREE
Join us at the Center for family fun at our ornament crafting table in our gallery. Our Family Craft is free and open to all ages.
Shop The Center for Art in Wood, spend $75 or more and receive 20% off your purchase! Good starting Nov 1 through Dec 31st. (This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts, offers or complimentary gift certificates.)
Living History: Hessian Takeover
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Late on the night of Christmas Day in 1776, Washington’s army crossed the Delaware River and went on to attack Trenton, New Jersey. Alexander Hamilton's artillery company played a crucial role in capturing the Hessian garrison of Trenton. But who were these German soldiers, known as the Hessians, who fought with the British? On Saturday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., meet costumed living history interpreters portraying Hessians and learn how they came to America and why some stayed. A Museum educator in the galleries will highlight objects and stories from these winter battles. Free with admission. More info here.
The Olde Bar
125 Walnut Street
11:30am – 2:30pm
Diners of all ages can enjoy photos with Santa during a traditional holiday brunch in a historic landmark building.
Visit our website for more details.
Fork
306 Market Street
Every Saturday from 1-3:30pm from November 24th-December 29th
Featuring a sampling of local Rival Brothers Tea on a curated menu specially for Fork Restaurant. Seasonal selection of mini tea sandwiches, scones, chocolates, cookies and other sweet treats. Includes an individual pot of tea. Local apple cider available for children. Wine or champagne available for add on. Reservations Recommended!
239 Market Street
20% off everything in the store
16 S. 2nd Street
Saturday, December 1, 12:00-5:00pm
$7 Red Bull “Plum Twist” cocktails, $5 “Plum Twist” Mocktail, and $8 Chorizo Hand Pies
Historic Holidays Window Decorating Contest
Various Old City locations
The contest will begin on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 5:00pm and end on Sunday, December 16, 2018 at 5:00pm.
Click here for information on how to enter and complete contest rules.
The window designs will be on display from November 29 through the New Year.
239 Arch Street
The Betsy Ross House is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily in November and Tuesday through Sunday in December. The Betsy Ross House will offer special holiday-themed House tours, colonial chocolate making on Saturday, December 1 and a variety of seasonal activities on Saturdays and Sundays through the month, including musical performances and crafts for children. Shop the Museum Store for unique holiday gift items, including a special commemorative ornament for collecting. The House is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Admission to the Betsy Ross House is just $5 for adults and $4 for children, seniors and active military. Upgrade to an audio tour, led by Betsy, herself, for just $2 more. Holiday programming in the courtyard, including colonial chocolate making, is free for all.
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch Street
The Betsy Ross House courtyard will serve as the starting point for Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s popular historic, holiday pub crawl, Yuletide Cheers & Beers. Tour-goers will step back in time into the holiday season in charming Old City, circa 1777, while enjoying winter brews and delicious snacks and four local taverns, 5:30 p.m. Thursdays, November 15 through December 27 (no tour on Thanksgiving). Tickets go quickly for this popular, holiday event, so reserve a spot by visiting historicphiladelphia.org or calling (215) 629-4026.
FRIEDA
320 Walnut Street
Come visit our FRIEDA Holiday Market with goods from the community of Philadelphia like our cookies, fruit preserves and handmade crafts.
Toys For Tots at Revolution House with Victory Brewing
Through December 16
Revolution House
200 Market Street
Phil Kramer Photographers Inc.
227 Quarry Street
Santa’s Winter Wonderland is a family-fun, private photoshoot that creates vintage Santa photographs for families, children, couples, and pets in Philadelphia.
Create memories with an 18th-Century Santa Claus in the cobblestone world of Old City as we capture all the wholesome, "storybook" moments for you.
You are greeted at the studio by Christmas carolers, and once you enter the studio, learn the origins of Santa’s secret workshop from a storyteller, have the option of refreshments, and the chance to write a letter to Santa Claus at the writing table.
This magical experience is available on Friday-Sunday from 11AM-8:45PM during the months of November and December. Schedule now to reserve a time! $300 flat-rate during November and December.
The Holiday Shop at National Liberty Museum
National Liberty Museum
321 Chestnut Street
Friday, November 23–Sunday, December 23
This season, the National Liberty Museum has created a The Holiday Shop with a one-of-a-kind collection of gifts. Located in our newly renovated Museum Store, The Holiday Shop at NLM features festive glass ornaments, fair trade handmade jewelry, unique stocking stuffers and much more. You’ll find something for everyone on your list! Proceeds support the Museum’s mission to bring liberty to life. Paid admission to NLM is not required to visit the Holiday Shop.
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
For every $100 gift certificate you purchase between November 23 - December 24, 2018, receive a $20 bonus gift certificate!* (*Bonus gift certificates must be redeemed between January 2 - March 31, 2019).
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
This holiday season, bring the whole family to the Museum of the American Revolution! Visitors of all ages will enjoy the Museum’s special hands-on exhibit Hamilton Was Here: Rising Up in Revolutionary Philadelphia and can participate in festive “History in the Making” crafts, activities and demonstrations showcasing life in the Museum’s neighborhood during the 18th century.
Get Illuminated! Activity
Philadelphia artist and solider Charles Willson Peale painted scenes on thin fabric or glass which were then placed in windows and illuminated with candlelight from behind. On Saturdays and Sundays from Nov. 24 – Dec. 30, design your own dazzling window illumination to take home in the Museum’s Revolution Place discovery center.
Museum Shop
Got a history lover in the family? The Museum has your holiday shopping list covered. From books, home décor, and apparel to toys and souvenirs, the Museum’s shop has unique gifts for the whole family at all price points. Shop in-store or online here.
Cross Keys Café
Cozy up in the Museum’s Cross Keys Café with a hearty chicken pot pie, creamy mac and cheese with a panko crunch, or another one of the café’s grab-and-go soups, salads, sandwiches, and colonial era-inspired dishes. And be sure to try one of the café’s hot seasonal beverages, like a mulled cider or a pumpkin latte. Café hours are 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. More info here.
Hours
The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (6 p.m. from Dec. 26 – Dec. 30), except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The Museum will close at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Tickets are available for purchase online here or at the front desk. All activities are free with admission, unless otherwise indicated.
