‘Twas the night before Christmas when all through the city, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. This week in Philly, cherish the holidays with your friends and family. There are plenty of ways to spread holiday cheer this week in Philly.
Monday, December 24
- Tinsel Christmas Pop-up Bar will be open today from 11am to 5pm. Stop in for Christmas Eve Cheer and grab a cocktail before joining the family.
- AK Promotions & Magnolia Productions presents: Maztah Bash at NOTO. DJ Suissa brings you the best Hebrew & Mizrahit club music from Israel all the way to Philly.
- Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party at the Wells Fargo Center. From December 24 – December 30, embark on a brand-new adventure with Mickey Mouse and friends.
- Today tune in to WDAS- FM 105.3 at 7 pm and 2 pm on December 25 to enjoy a full broadcast of this year’s A Soulful Christmas! The 6th annual orchestra returns this winter with special guest, Grammy ® Award- nominated, Dove, Stellar, GMWA, NAACP Image Award-Winning Singer DOTTIE PEOPLES.
- Join United By Blue* for their first ever Procrastinator’s Warehouse Sale from 7am-3pm. Shop up to 80% off hundreds of current and past season styles and samples.
Tuesday, December 25
- Tinsel Christmas Pop-up Bar is open on Christmas Day starting at 6:00 pm for Merry Christmas Day. Step out on the town after the day’s festivities with Santa-approved cocktails, festive tunes curated by DJ Robert Drake, and holiday crafts on tap.
- Eastern State Penitentiary presents Pop-Up Museum, with this year’s theme of sports and leisure. Items on display include sports paraphernalia, prisoner-made crafts, paintings, confiscated shanks, and other weapons.
- Stop by Reading Terminal Market from 10 – 10:30 am for Music Monkey Jungle. After music, stick around and enjoy a children’s book from the free BOOK NOOK or grab a bite to eat. (On break until January 2)
Wednesday, December 26
- Beauty for Ashes, Inc. and Free Library of Philadelphia host its Annual Kwanzaa Celebration. Learn about the history and meaning of Kwanzaa while enjoying free live cultural entertainment from around the area.
- Punch Line Philly invites you for a good laugh at Comedy Allstars. Comedy Allstars features an array of local comedians such as Lou Misiano, Alyssa Al-Dookhi, Brandon Vincent Jackson, and Geoffrey Asmus.
- Every Wednesday and Sunday from 9 pm to 2 am enjoy $2 bowling, $2 beer, $2 shoes, $2 tots, and DJ Grandpa Jeremy at $2 Wednesdays at North Bowl.
- Fairmount Water Works presents Let It Snow! Family Holiday Fun. Make your own snowy winter scene in a DIY snow globe, or a stuffed fish (paper that is) and discover how it gets ready for winter.
Thursday, December 27
- Join Bumble Bizz at Porta Philadelphia* in Center City for their first-ever N.O.N (No Office Needed) Holiday Party. Enjoy delicious bites, drink specials, networking and more!
- Rapper Dave East performs live at the Theatre of Living Arts for his Get It How I Live Tour.
- This holiday season celebrate at the Walnut Street Theatre with Roger Bean’s Winter Wonderettes, starring Missy, Suzy, Cindy Lou, and Betty Jean. Enjoy Wonderette versions of seasonal favorites like Jingle Bell Rock, Sleigh Ride, Santa Baby, Winter Wonderland, and over 20 more!
- Say goodbye to 2018 at Concourse Dance Bar’s Throwback 2000’s Party. Come out for DJs spinning 2000’s & today’s hits, drink specials, three bars, a massive ball pit, and more!
Friday, December 28
- HiJinx Fest is coming to the Philadelphia Convention Center for 2 nights of high energy fun and dancing. Artists performing include Bassnectar, Illenium, Griz, RL Grime, Odesza and more!
- From now through January 6, experience the joys of the season at Longwood Garden’s Longwood Christmas. Make the most of your visit with festive food and spirits, organ sing-alongs, strolling carolers, and performances.
- Trap Star Turnt Pop Star PnB Rock performs live at the newly renovated The Met Philly. Tickets are available via LiveNation.
- The Fillmore hosts Mr. Brightside: 2000’s Indie Music Party. Tickets are available in advance and also night of show for $5! Doors open at 10 pm.
- Scuba Santa is back from now until December 30 and is ready to make the most underwater appearances in aquarium history at Adventure Aquarium’s Christmas Underwater. Immerse yourself in a magical christmas experience you can’t get anywhere else.
Saturday, December 29
- Come celebrate the end of the year with Kirk Franklin, The Official Marvin Sapp Page, Yolanda Adams, and Charles Jenkins Music at the The Liacouras Center’s Holiday Praise Celebration hosted by Praise 107.9.
- Join Maggiano’s Little Italy for a Murder Mystery Dinner. Spend the evening playing detective while enjoying genuine Italian cuisine.
- Gather around the Lodge for Philly’s favorite weekly story hour. Every Saturday, from now through March 2, from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Blue Cross RiverRink presents Storytime in the Lodge in partnership with Learn Listen Play.
- Reading Terminal Market hosts a Winter Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival this holiday season. Enjoy arts and crafts, music, visits from Santa, SEPTA, and more!
Sunday, December 30
- Painting with a Twist invites you to Paint your PET from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Reserve your seat ASAP because spots are limited.
- Museum of the American Revolution invite you to spend the morning with seamstress Samantha McCarty aka The Couture Courtesan at Fashioning Eliza: 1777. Watch as she creates a gown like the one Eliza Schuyler would have worn when she first met her dashing young military suitor in 1777.
- Enjoy a Bottomless Brunch at Northern Liberties Vesper Sporting Club. $25 gets you an endless supply of mimosas from noon to 4 pm while you eat from their delicious brunch menu, watch sports, and party the day away with our featured DJs.
* United By Blue and Porta Philadelphia are clients of Philly PR Girl.
