Weekend Phillyfun Picks For Kids: December 12-14, 2014
So much festive fun to be had in and around Philly this weekend with family-friendly theater, holiday shows and specialty markets and so much more fun for all! -- Jennifer Oxenford
The Pennsylvania Ballet's 2nd Annual Nutcracker Market
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts
300 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
http://paballet.org/nutmarket
The Pennsylvania Ballet's Nutcracker Market is taking place this weekend running Friday, December 12th–Sunday, December 14th at the Kimmel Center. Enjoy three levels of indoor holiday shopping, entertainment, food, and refreshments and cocktails from Garces Group. Free.
MUMMENCHANZ
Annenberg Center
3680 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
www.annenbergcenter.org/
Don't miss MUMMENCHANZ at the Annenberg Center this weekend running Friday, December 12th through Sunday, December 14th. This unique, family friendly performance by Swiss troupe MUMMENCHANZ blends theatrical performance with silent storytelling in a way that inspires wonder and magic. Tickets $30 and up.
The Christmas Village
Love Park (JFK Plaza)
1500 Arch St.
Philadelphia, PA
www.philachristmas.com/
The holiday fun continues at Christmas Village in Love Park this weekend. Feel festive as you wander through the authentic German Christmas market with over 60 vendors from all over the world offering crafts, food and more. Plus, enjoy special entertainment and visits with Santa! Free.
Holiday Garden Railway
Morris Arboretum
100 E. Northwestern Ave.
Philadelphia, PA
www.business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/
Morris Arboretum's Holiday Garden Railway continues this Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th. View the quarter mile of track featuring seven loops and tunnels with fifteen rail lines and more. $16 adults, $8 children.
Rothman Skate Rink At Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park
Broad and Market Streets
West Side of City Hall
Philadelphia, PA
www.ccdparks.org/dilworth-park/rothmanicerink
Icy fun continues at the new Rothman Skate Rink at Dilworth Park this Friday, December 12th – Sunday, December 14th. Philly families can now enjoy outdoor public skating against the backdrop of our landmark City Hall. Adults $4, children 10 and under $3, skate rental $8.
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
101 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA
www.delawareriverwaterfront.com/places/blue-cross-riverrink
The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest fun runs all weekend long with a magical winter landscape including a dazzling light show, winter garden and forest, shopping and refreshments in the new "Lodge" with indoor fireplaces, rustic décor and outdoor heat lamps. Plus, shopping at ArtStar with gifts and handmade items. The outdoor ice skating rink acts as the centerpiece of all the fun. Admission to Winterfest is free. Skate admission $3. Skate rental $10.
Free Admission on Sunday Mornings
Brandywine River Museum
1 Hoffman's Mill Road
Route 1
Chadds Ford, PA
www.brandywinemuseum.org//
Enjoy free admission to the beautiful Brandywine River Museum on Sunday mornings including this Sunday, December 14th between 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Free.
A Very Furry Christmas
Sesame Place
100 Sesame Road
Langhorne, PA
http://sesameplace.com/
The seasonal festivities are still in full swing at Sesame Place this Saturday, Dec.13th and Sunday, Dec. 14th with 'A Very Furry Christmas' featuring all of your favorite furry Sesame Street pals. The park is transformed into a Christmas wonderland with millions of lights, festive decorations, plenty of rides and, of course, special visits with all your favorite Sesame Street characters and Santa in his Furry Workshop! Tickets $24 online, $29 at the gate.
A Christmas Kids Spectacular!
Kimmel Center's Verizon Hall
300 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA
www.kimmelcenter.org/events/index.php?id=4926/
Join the Philadelphia Orchestra for holiday carols during this celebration of the sounds of the season on Saturday, December 13th at 11:30 a.m. Kids will enjoy a sing-along and a visit from Santa, along with dancers and actors who help bring the music of the Philadelphia Orchestra to life at this Christmas Kids Spectacular! Tickets $19 and up.
Franklin Square Holiday Festival and Electrical Spectacle
Franklin Square
6th & Race Streets
Philadelphia, PA
http://historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square/what-to-see/
Philadelphia's oldest square, Franklin Square, is transformed into a magical holiday setting starting this weekend with the Electrical Spectacle holiday light show. Plus new this year, shop for handmade gifts at the Holiday Market and sample local beers and snacks in Ben's Bites and Brews. Festivities are offered 4-8 p.m. daily. Entrance is free. Some attractions ticketed.
Young Family Hanukkah Celebration
National Museum of American Jewish History
101 S. Independence Mall E.
Philadelphia, PA
www.nmajh.org/
Come out for a Hanukkah Celebration for Young Families at the National Museum of American Jewish History this Sunday, December 14th from 10 a.m.– 12 p.m. Enjoy art projects, songs, sufganiyah, a menorah lighting and learn about the story of Hanukkah, complete with a visit to the Museum's new 'Twas the Night Before Hanukkah' musical experience. $25 per family.
PECO Family Jams: Gingerbread Art Environments
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
1020 South Street
Philadelphia, PA
www.phillymagicgardens.org/public-programs/family-jams/
This month's PECO Family Jams at the Philadelphia Magic Gardens on Sunday, December 14th at 11 a.m. features the opportunity for kids and families to construct visionary art environments and create their structural gingerbread masterpieces followed by a family-friendly tour at 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. Free with admission.
Reindeer Romp
Norristown Farm Park
East Norriton, PA
www.montcopa.org/pths
Learn all about reindeer at the Reindeer Romp this Sunday, December 14th at 1 p.m. at the Norristown Farm Park in E. Norristown, Pa. Learn the difference between reindeer, caribou, and local white-tailed deer and learn about other animals of the icy far north. Plus, listen to a seasonal story, make reindeer crafts and of course play reindeer games. $5, kids. Free adults.
