The Gardens After Dark
The Visit Philadelphia Holiday Parade
The beautiful mosaicked labyrinth of Philadelphia’s
Magic Gardens will be illuminated with lights every
Friday night through Dec. 17. Admission will grant
you access to both the outdoor sculpture garden and
indoor galleries. Tickets are timed and limited so be
sure to reserve your spot early to experience one of
these special evenings.

This brand-new event aims to honor a multitude of
traditions, celebrating Chanukah, Kwanzaa, Christmas
and the Chinese New Year. The parade will include
fl oats, lights, balloons and a marching band running
from Second and Market streets to City Hall.

Valley Forge Beer and Cider Festival
Dec. 5, 5:30 p.m.

Th e Singing Fountain, E. Passyunk Avenue and
S. 11th Street, Philadelphia
Dec. 3, 10 and 17, 6:30-9 p.m.

Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, 1020 South St., Philadelphia
Dec. 4
Th e Greater Philadelphia Expo Center,
100 Station Ave., Oaks
This year will be the 10th annual Valley Forge Beer
and Cider Festival. Get your tickets early to be able to
get drinks from the most popular local breweries and
cideries, as well as producers from across the country.

There also will be an assortment of local food trucks to
satisfy your hunger while you’re there.

Dec. 4, 5 p.m.

From Second and Market streets to City Hall
Chanukah on the Avenue
Celebrate Chanukah in South Philadelphia with a
community event co-hosted by The South Philadelphia
Shtiebel and East Passyunk Avenue Business
Improvement District. There will be a menorah lighting,
live music and other festivities.

The Crossing Re-enactment
Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Dec. 25, noon-3 p.m.

Washington Crossing Historic Park, 1112 River Road,
Washington Crossing
The public has two chances to watch the re-enactment
of George Washington’s famous crossing of the
Delaware River in December. The fi rst crossing will
be performed on Dec. 12 and the second on Dec. 25.

The events will include Colonial-era activities and
demonstrations, several hundred re-enactors and
speeches. Washington Crossing Historic Park
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