holidays
Panettone Is the Mount Everest of Holiday Baking
“My brain is fully broken,” says Dayna Evans. “All I think about is panettone.” Evans, the former editor of Eater Philadelphia, recently left the world […]
What’s Open on Christmas Day in Philly?
Whether you need something to do after the presents are opened or you don’t celebrate Christmas, it’s hard to find something to do on December […]
How to Mentally, Emotionally and Financially Survive the Holidays, According to the Pros
Though it may seem like everything is full of cheer this time of year, it’s no secret stress levels go up during the holiday season […]
Hanukkah Celebrations Around Philly
Hanukkah begins December 18th this year, and whether you’re looking for a family-friendly party, a young-professionals gathering, or just an opportunity to eat a pile […]
Where to Find Santa in and Around Philly
Santa Claus is coming to town — all over town! Whether you’re looking for a meal with the big guy, a traditional photo op, or […]
A Look Inside the Logan’s Decked-Out Holiday Lodge Suite
Lit-up garland arches over the door, and a welcome mat proclaims “Merry Everything.” The decorations begin before you even set foot inside The Logan’s Holiday […]
From Scrooge to Sugar Plums: Holiday Performances in and Around Philly
Whether you’re planning a family outing over winter break or a twist on nostalgic tradition, the holidays always bring the heavy hitters to the stage. […]
The 2022 Philly Mag Shop Local Gift Guide
Philly’s makers and shopkeepers are working like elves to bring you gifts for everybody on your nice list. Our all-local gift guide has holiday goodies […]
Your Guide to Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at Penn’s Landing
Skating at Penn’s Landing’s Blue Cross RiverRink has been a winter tradition for nearly 30 years. The regulation-size outdoor ice-skating rink is a favorite for […]
Philly Museum Gift Shops That Just May Have the Perfect Present
For holiday shoppers struggling to decide what to buy, the gift shops of Philadelphia’s art museums, galleries and related sites offer the chance to shop […]
Shop Hyper-Local With These Neighborhood Holiday Events
This holiday season, beginning with Small Business Saturday on November 26th, neighborhoods throughout the city are getting festive and highlighting their unique businesses with pop-up […]
How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Season in Philly
I don’t care how jaded you are — when Julie Andrews’s voice greets you at the top of the Macy’s light show or the Sugar […]
24 Places Near Philadelphia Where You Can Get Your Christmas Tree
It’s finally here: Time to get the Christmas tree up and decorated. While the appeal of an artificial tree may draw you in (pine needles […]
Philadelphia Zoo’s LumiNature Returns to Light Up the Holidays
The zoo’s holiday lights are back for the season. More than a million lights, to be more precise, turn the Philadelphia Zoo into LumiNature when […]
Your Guide to the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia
Did you know Philly is home to our country’s oldest Thanksgiving Day parade? Take that, other cities! Started in 1920, Philadelphia’s Thanksgiving Day parade (originally […]