December 4 – December 10
Welcome back Philly! December is in full swing and we’ve got lots of exciting events in store for you. From a holiday movie night at City Winery to a historical mystery show at Without a Cue, and from a Golden Girls inspired cooking class to Fishtown’s annual Freeze Festival. We’ve got a ton of amazing events for you This Week in Philly.
Monday, December 4
- The Friends of Rittenhouse Square’s annual tree lighting is tonight! The holiday fun kicks off at 5:00 p.m. in Rittenhouse Square. Meet Santa, listen to live music, enjoy one of their signature holiday drinks, partake in giveaways, and of course see all of the beautiful lights in the park! The Friends of Rittenhouse Square will also be hosting a canned food drive during this event. Find more information here!
- City Winery is hosting a Holiday Movie Night! At 7:30 p.m. tonight the featured film will be Home Alone. Grab a delicious meal and head over to The Loft at City Winery for a free showing of this holiday classic. Find more information here.*
Tuesday, December 5
- Cozymeal is hosting a Golden Girls inspired cooking class! The menu features a Blanch inspired mocktail and a full course meal all based on the classic sitcom! The class begins at 6:00 p.m. and is a great way to add some fun into your weekday. Grab your tickets here!
- Add some excitement into your Monday night with a Philly Rising Open Mic night at World Cafe Live! This event is free and begins at 6:00 p.m. with a full service bar and restaurant so you can enjoy a delicious meal while watching the show! Find more information here.
Wednesday, December 6
- Stephen Sanchez is performing at Franklin Music Hall tonight! The show begins at 7:00 p.m. and you don’t want to miss out on hearing this 19-year-old singer songwriter’s amazing voice. Buy your tickets here!
- Singer Brett Eldredge is performing tonight at The Met Philadelphia. Not only does he have some amazing country hits, but he is also known for covering the Christmas classics. His Glow Light Tour takes you through all of these Christmas hits and more. Get your tickets here!
Thursday, December 7
- Thursday nights are College Nights at Dilworth Park. College students get a discounted admission when they show their Student ID! From 5:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. enjoy the amazing winter wonderland in Dilworth Park! Find more information here.
- The Center City Business Association is hosting a Holiday Happy Hour Breakfast Networking event! Spend your morning with fellow creatives, get inspired, and network with members and guests! This breakfast lasts spans from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. and is a great way to create connections and boost your business. Find more information here.
Friday, December 8
- DJ James Hype is performing at NOTO Philly tonight at 10:00 p.m.! This renowned DJ and producer is bringing the best vibes to Philly at this 21+ event. Get your tickets before they sell out! Tickets and more information can be found here.
- Bok is hosting a series of candlelight concerts starting today! From 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. listen to an incredible holiday medley performed by one of Philadelphia’s greatest string quartets. Get tickets here.
Saturday, December 9
- Fishtown Freeze is back for the fifth year! Check out some incredible ice sculptures, get your picture taken with Santa, and go on a shopping spree at one of the 20 local shops that are offering discounts. This event is free and lasts from 11 a.m. through 8 p.m.! Find more information here.
- Without A Cue presents: Who Cracked the Liberty Bell? A Historical Mystery today at 4:00 p.m.! This family-friendly event is an interactive mystery solving show at the Red Rum Theater. Find more information here!
Sunday, December 10
- Head to Xfinity! Live for a Holiday Drag Brunch hosted by Britney Lynn and her Drag Mafia. This brunch begins at 11 a.m. and includes a specialty menu featuring holiday cocktails and of course, an amazing drag performance. Get your tickets here!
- The Birds are in Dallas tonight! Kick off is at 8:20 p.m. so you’ve got plenty of time to figure out your plans for tonight. Philly has some amazing sports bars, and luckily for you we’ve curated a list of the best places to watch a Philly sports game. Click here to read our gameday guide!
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Without A Cue is a client of Philly PR Girl*