Do you have family or guests visiting for Thanksgiving? This week, I would like to offer support in preparing for your guest’s arrival and keeping them (and you) happy during the holiday. First, download my revised Holiday Checklist to get your guest room ready. Read on to find activities that are occurring in the Philadelphia, PA, and surrounding areas that include diverse activities to keep everyone happy.
Activities for Big and Little
Kids:
A Very Furry Christmas at the Sesame Place in Langhorne, PA, runs November 23-January 1.
LumiNature, a light and music show, at the Philadelphia Zoo runs November 20-January 5th.
Wild Lights at the Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown, PA, runs November 22-January 5.
Winter at Dilworth Park in Center City Philadelphia turns into an extravaganza of skating, shopping, eating, and drinking – fun for everyone through February.
The Franklin Institute – Franklin Frost runs through January 2nd.
Fashion District Philadelphia – recently opened and offers a Deck the District Holiday Light Show while you shop through December 31st. The retail and entertainment space has a 45-foot-tall floating tree with giant stainless-steel mirror ornaments, and a light show timed to the music by the Philly POPS. The five-minute show runs every 30 minutes from 4 p.m. until closing.
Performing Arts:
Kimmel Center – Mean Girls, runs November 19-December 1.
Go to a Movie – If you plan to see Frozen II over the holidays, get your tickets now!
There are many local parades, pop-up markets, and craft brewery’s that are offering Holiday Activities. Use Facebook to find fun events in a town near you; click here to learn how.
Penn Museum – Renovated galleries are featuring a grand Sphinx entrance.
Train enthusiasts:
Morris Arboretum – University of Pennsylvania – Holiday Garden Railway runs November 29-December 24.
I hope this list of activities offers a few ideas for you and your visitors to keep everyone happy and entertained. I want to wish you a joyful and laughter-filled holiday!
