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The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
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Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
Franklin Square - various times
Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Museum of the American Revolution - 9:00 AM
Mister John's Music - 9:00 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
Lansdale/Towamencin PA - 9:00 AM
The Franklin Institute - 9:30 AM
Academy of Natural Sciences - 10:00 AM
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia - 10:00 AM
Franklin Square - various times
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Weekend Fun for Philly Kids: Holiday Shows, Santa Sighting Dec 19-20
What is your favorite part of the holiday season? Decorating the perfect Christmas tree? Driving around to see holiday lights? Running in a Christmas Themed 5K or planning a day trip over Winter Break? No matter what makes this season special for you, our Events Calendar can help find details on the best of the best around the Philadelphia area.
Eat Breakfast with the Trains or spend Christmas with the Dolls at Brandywine River Museum. Take a train ride on Colebrookdale Railroad. Or, enjoy a holiday show such as Upper Darby Performing Arts Center's Shooting Star Holiday Show, Act II Playhouse' Murray the Elf, or Arden Theatre's Hans Brinker and the Silver Skates.
To keep up with the latest holiday event news, be sure to follow Mommy Poppins Philly on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest. And, be sure to enjoy your favorite things this season.
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A Very Furry Christmas- Langhorne, PA
The gang at Sesame Street is ready to celebrate the holidays with rides, Christmas shows, and Santa, as Sesame Place is transformed into a magical wonderland.
Mary Poppins- Wilmington, DE
It is the last weekend to see the Wilmington Junior Ballet Company, as they present this Disney classic at Delaware Children's Theatre.
Nutcracker International Ballet Exchange Performance- Plymouth Meeting, PA
The Donetsk Ballet of Ukraine and International Ballet Exchange perform the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, at Plymouth/White Marsh High School.
Breakfast with Santa at Hard Rock Cafe- Philadelphia, PA
Grab breakfast with St. Nick at Philadelphia's Hard Rock Cafe. Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast, pictures with Santa, and storytime too! Reservations are required.
The Nutcracker Tea- West Chester, PA
Have sips and nibbles with members of the Brandywine Ballet at Philips Autograph Library. Then, enjoy the Nutcracker Performance held in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall.
Saturday, December 19
Annual March-In of the Continental Army Commemoration- King of Prussia, PA
Visit Valley Forge for the re-enactment of General Washington and his army, as they braved six months of cold weather during their encampment.
Shooting Stars Holiday Show- Drexel Hill, PA
Upper Darby Performing Arts Center presents this holiday show that's sure to put everyone in a festive mood. Guests can expect Broadway-style song and dance performances.
The Ugly Sweater Run- Philadelphia, PA
Find your ugliest Christmas sweater, decorate the stroller in tinsel, and put on your running shoes for this annual 5K held in Fairmount Park.
Peanut Butter and Jams Welcomes Kids Rock Band's Holiday Show- Wilmington, DE
Get ready to rock, holiday-style, with Kids Rock Band at World Cafe Live's Holiday Show.
Skate with Santa- Broomall, PA
Lace up those skates and twirl around with Santa at Marple Sports Arena. In addition to skating, visitors can play on Marple Mountain and inflatables too.
Santa Saturdays- Philadelphia, PA
Visit Franklin Square to see Santa and share your last minute Christmas wishes with him. Then, take a ride on the Parx Liberty Carousel or play a round of Mini Golf.
Holiday Fun Yoga for Kids- Quakertown, PA
Drop the kids off for Holiday Yoga at Moondog Yoga so you can finish up that last minute shopping. Kids can expect to do yoga poses, listen to stories, and make crafts.
Sunday, December 20
Sundays with Santa- Philadelphia, PA
Bring your camera and your wish list to visit Santa at Laurel Hill Gardens in Chestnut Hill.
Lego Club- Media, PA
Stop by Media-Upper Providence Library to build unique creations out of everyone's favorite plastic brick, the Lego.
Brunch with Santa at Springfield Country Club- Springfield, PA
Enjoy a delicious spread of made-to-order omelettes, hand-carved beef, and U-peel shrimp at Springfield Country Club. Little ones can visit with Santa, but families must make reservations in advance.
