Published December 5, 2019
The Best of Philadelphia-December 6-8
Your weekend in Philly is going to be a great one! Festive holiday events fill this week's agenda and promise a great time packed with jolly fun. Check out a Feliz Navidad Fiesta, a boat parade, or shop for gifts from unique artisans. There's an unlimited supply of great ideas, take a look to see our favorites.
Friday Nights: Feliz Navidad Fiesta
December 6
5:00pm
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia, PA
Spend a very special Christmas celebration at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy the festive sounds of the Villalobos Brothers and so much more.
December 6
5:30pm
Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
Philadelphia, PA
Winterfest is already the perfect way to spend your winter in Philly. Watch it turn into a holiday wonderland with the addition of a beautifully lit tree.
December 7
3:00pm
Elfreth's Alley
Philadelphia, PA
Get an inside look at some of the amazing homes on Elfreth's Alley all decked out for Christmas! Enjoy this rare opportunity to tour these houses and see this historic street transformed for the holidays.
Oshogatsu: Japanese New Year Celebration
December 7
10:00 am
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
Philadelphia, PA
Celebrate an early celebration ringing in the new year the Japanese way! Enjoy the winter garden and sip some delicious green tea as you take in this event.
December 7
11:00am
The Gallery PHL
Philadelphia, PA
Stop giving those same old gifts from big box stores. Shop local and delight your recipients with thoughtful, handmade gifts by shopping at this event.
December 7
12:00pm
Asian Arts Initiative
Philadelphia, PA
Local crafts, talented artists, and so much more can be found at this special event! This event, hosted by the Asian Arts Initiative, is the best way to support this group of local artisans.
Winter Holiday Fair and Market
December 7
12:00pm
The Latvian Society
Philadelphia, PA
This fair and market is the perfect holiday celebration! Shop for something no one else has while enjoying a Latvian-style celebration and delicious foods. (Pierogies anyone?)
December 7
1:00pm
Independence Seaport Museum
Philadelphia, PA
This Philly tradition is back for another year. Watch as working boats lit with beautiful lights, sparkle in the water during this parade.
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