Philadelphia SantaCon 2023

December 2
Various Venues

Philadelphia knows how to have a great time! The annual Philadelphia SantaCon Crawl has sparked the interest of party goers in Philadelphia. We’re back with Santa Con, and this time we’re bringing you the biggest event yet! Celebrate the holidays with this year’s most exciting event! With all of your friends, go bar hopping in Philadelphia’s best bars! Wear your Santa hat and outfits to our bars for amazing drink specials!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra | Wells Fargo Center

December 17, 3 pm & 7:30 pm
Wells Fargo Center, 3601 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA

The holidays rock a whole lot harder than they ever have thanks to Trans-Siberian Orchestra. By infusing seasonal classics with rock flamboyance, a symphonic sense of scope, and an eye-popping visual presentation complete with lasers and pyrotechnics, what began as a side project for a veteran group of American hard rockers has grown into one of today’s top-selling acts, with over 10 million concert tickets sold since 1999.

Happy Owl-idays

Sunday, December 10th, 11 am – 2 pm
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

Get in the holiday spirit with Red Owl Tavern! Join us for hot cocoa, fun holiday crafts and pictures with Santa and his elves! Get the best of both worlds with brunch in Red Owl Tavern, then come enjoy Happy Owl-idays ($30/per person). Book now.

Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular

Multiple dates and times
1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular features over 2 million lights, an ice trail, a 4-lane ice slide, photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus’s reading room and much more. Tinseltown is an outdoor walk thru event within FDR Park in South Philadelphia. Children 3 and under are free. We highly encourage purchasing tickets in advance as times popular time slots will sell out.

Photo from the Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular Website.

Miracle on American Street Holiday Gift Market

November 18, 11 am – 5 pm
1800 N. American St, Philadelphia, PA

NextFab and Olde Kensington Boutique have once again partnered to bring you the third annual “Miracle on American Street” Holiday Gift Market!  Shop local and handmade this holiday season, with the biggest market yet, from over 100 vendors, while enjoying delicious food and drinks from vendors and cuisine from Sor Ynez. Tour the beautiful NextFab facilities and meet the makers in the actual studio spaces they use to produce the fantastic work available for purchase. Enjoy demonstrations, giveaways, and make-and-take activities within the makerspace.

Enjoy demonstrations, giveaways, and make-and-take activities for all ages, including the make your own ornament at the ornament-making station, personalizing your own jewelry at the jewelry stamping station, and gathering around our make-your-own s’mores stations to make a snack while you shop.

Happy Holidays & NEW Indoor Pop-Up Market

December 8 – 10, 4 pm
6172 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This family-oriented event will celebrate the season with a tree-lighting ceremony, activities for kids, and the arrival of Santa to Roxborough. Live dance and musical performances will add to the holiday cheer. NEW this year is an indoor holiday pop-up market where you’ll find the best gifts! The market is located at 6174 Ridge Avenue (previously the Bargain Dollar Store) and will host a diverse array of over 20 skilled artists and crafters. Shoppers can also delight in an assortment of delicious foods and beverages offered by food trucks and local eateries.
Schedule of Events
Friday, December 8th | Pop-Up Market Open 5:00pm – 8:00pm
5:30pm Tree Lighting Ceremony
5:30pm – 7:30pm Holiday Music – Musician TBD
Saturday, December 9th | Pop-Up Market Open 12:00pm – 7:00pm
1:00pm Jeannette’s School of Dance
1:30pm – 3:30pm Galena Brass Holiday Band
3:00pm – 5:00pm Meet Santa Claus!
Sunday, December 10th | Pop-Up Market Open 12:00pm – 4:00pm
1:00pm – 3:00pm Meet and Greet Elsa and Friends!

Garces Trading Co. Holiday Sip N’ Shop

Wednesday, December 13th, 5-7 pm
2929 Arch St B, Philadelphia, PA

Cross everyone off of your holiday list while checking out the Garces Trading Co. Holiday Gift Boxes and sip on holiday drinks.

Holiday Dining

Feast of Seven Fishes | Positano Coast

December 24, 4-8 pm
212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia

Enjoy the Feast of the Seven Fishes at Positano Coast in Philadelphia. Menu items include Hiramasa Crudo and Fritto Misto, Cioppino, Croquettes, Sea Urchin Linguine, Pan-Seared Sea Bass, Basket of Mixed Nuts and Clementines and Christmas Dessert.

Christmas Eve at Amada Philadelphia

December 24
217-219 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

Enjoy Amada on Christmas Eve for the annual 3 course Prime Rib Roast! Enjoy the best that Spain has to offer for just $80 per adult and just $25 per child! Tax, Gratuity, and additional beverages not included. The entire Amada team welcomes the opportunity to ring in the holiday season with you and your loved ones. Make your reservation online.

Holiday Brunch & Dinner | Four Seasons Philadelphia

December 24-25
1 N. 19th Street, FL 59, Philadelphia, PA

SkyHigh will feature a festive brunch leading up to Christmas, with a special Monday brunch on Christmas Day. Feel the holiday spirit through musical performances, seasonal menu additions and cozy cocktails. Pre-order a holiday cookie tin and panettone for pick up. On December 24th, come up to the 60th floor for a Christmas Eve dinner complete with seasonal holiday favorites, yuletide carollers and sky-high views. On December 25th, make the season bright with a luxe evening above the clouds to enjoy a fresh take on traditional dishes with a festive menu from Jean-Georges Philadelphia Chef de Cuisine, Cornelia Suhr’s Christmas tasting menu.

Feast of Seven Fishes | Vernick Fish

December 23-24, 5-10 pm
One N. 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA

In a city with deep Italian-American roots, commemorate the occasion on December 23 & 24 from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm with our five course prix-fixe menu.

Feast of Seven Fishes | Spasso Italian Grill

December 24, 1:00pm to 8:00pm
34 S. Front Street, Philadelphia, PA

The regular menu and the Feast of Seven Fishes will be available on Christmas Eve at Spasso Italian Grill.

Feast of Seven Fishes | The Olde Bar

December 24, 5 pm & 7:15 pm
126 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

The Feast of Seven Fishes is back at The Olde Bar! Join us Sunday, December 24th at 5pm or 7:15pm for Chef Jose Garces’s twist on the classic Christmas Eve dinner. Reserve your table online.

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