Why stay home for the holidays?

Local holiday traditions, spectacular displays and family festivities

Carlos Alejandro

Kids enjoying the train display at the Brandywine River Museum in Chadds Ford, PA

The holidays are here! The Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware areas are packed with quaint and well-known seasonal celebrations, holiday traditions, visits with Santa and festive light displays. Use this 2012-2013 holiday guide and our calendar to add some punch to your family holiday plans.

Select a category to explore holiday happenings:

Performances
• Where to see The Nutcracker
• Where to see other
   holiday performances


Where to find
Hanukkah celebrations & menorah lightings

► Lights & wintry wonders:
    Light shows & holiday displays

► Shopping for something special:
    Fun & festive shopping

► Holiday on the farm:
    Fun farm festivities

► Santa Claus is coming:
    Visits with Santa

► Over the river & through the woods:
    Day trip holiday destinations

► More holiday events not to be missed!
    Holiday tours, festivals, activities & more!

 Happy 2013!

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