Events at Christmas Village in Philadelphia

Get into the holiday spirit with us! Join our Thirsty Thursdays Spirits Tastings, and indulge in a delightful evening of delicious drinks, mouth-watering food, and the unique charm of an authentic German Christmas market. Whether you're a connoisseur or simply looking for a fun night out, this event is the perfect way to end your day. Grab your friends, and come experience the magic of the holiday season with us!

Dates: Every Thursday (Dec 5^th, 12^th, and 19^th, 2024)

Hours: 5pm - 8pm

Location: Christmas Village Beer Garden Area at City Hall Courtyard

Tickets: see below for available dates and time slots

For more information, click here.

Our Christmas Village double decker Carousel is located in the middle of City Hall Courtyard. This old school carousel is great fun for the whole family with its horses, carriages and reindeers to ride on. In an effort to keep everybody safe, we ask that kids under 42" are accompanied by a responsible, paying adult. 

Dates: November 28^th - December 24^th, 2024, as well as on our Preview Weekend November 23^rd and November 24^th, 2024
(Closed on November 25^th ­- November 27^th)

Hours: Fri - Sat 12:00pm - 9:00pm; Sun - Thur 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Since 2019, Christmas Village features a 65' high Ferris Wheel. The Ferris Wheel is located at the North Broad Section of the market and shines bright towards North Broad Street. The majestic Municipal Christmas tree of the City of Philadelphia as well as a bunch of Christmas Village vendors make it a fun place to be. Please note that kids under 54" have to be accompanied by a responsible, paying adult. Also, visibly intoxicated people are not allowed to ride our Ferris Wheel. Safety first!

Dates: November 28^th - December 24^th, 2024, as well as on our Preview Weekend November 23^rd and November 24^th, 2024
(Closed on November 25^th ­- November 27^th​​​​​​​)

Hours: Fri - Sat 12:00pm - 9:00pm; Sun - Thur 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Choo Choo, all aboard the Christmas Village Express! This classic Kids Train, presented by SEPTA, brings joy to our youngest visitors and their families. Being located right next to the Ferris Wheel at the markets North Broad Section, our little train riders can enjoy the vista of the Christmas Tree, the Ferris Wheel, and our market. To make sure that your kid is as safe as possible, we ask that kids under 36" are accompanied by a responsible, paying adult. 

Weekdays bring an extra touch of magic for young passengers. Simply present your SEPTA card when purchasing a Kids Train ticket to get $1 OFF and a special SEPTA surprise for your little ones.

Dates: November 28^th - December 24^th, 2024, as well as on our Preview Weekend November 23^rd and November 24^th, 2024
(Closed on November 25^th ­- November 27^th)

Hours: Fri - Sat 12:00pm - 9:00pm; Sun - Thur 12:00pm - 8:00pm

Yay! Our beloved mascot Phil the Reindeer will be visiting us at Christmas Village in Philadelphia again! Phil will stroll across the market on November 23^rd, 2024 for the first time, and he is already excited to take pictures with all the visitors! 

Keep your eyes open and give Phil a High Five!

Dates: 

• Saturday, November 23^rd, 2024 from 1:30pm - 3:30pm
• Sunday, December 1st, 2024 from 12:30pm-5:30pm
• Saturday, December 7^th, 2024 from 12:30-5:30
• Sunday, December 8^th, 2024 from12:30pm - 4:30pm
• Saturday, December 14^th, 2024 from 12:30pm-5:30pm
• Sunday, December 22^nd , 2024 from 2:30pm-5:30pm

Photos: Free for everyone!

Location: LOVE Park, Courtyard & North Broad

We are excited that Santa will take a trip to Christmas Village! He is awaiting you and your family to take holiday photos.

Dates: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from December 6^th, 2024 through Christmas Eve during the FESTIVAL OF TREES. In addition, he will also join us on December 23^rd (12pm ­­– 7pm) and December 24^th (12pm ­­– 4pm).

Hours: Fri & Sat 12pm – 8pm, Sun 12pm – 7pm

Location: LOVE Park Welcome Center