Philadelphia County issued the following announcement on Nov. 23.
By Michael Muldoon, Communications Associate
Bundle up and check out these December outdoor events at Parks & Rec sites. This list will be updated regularly. Please check back for additional events.
Christmas Village in LOVE Park
When: November 25 – December 24, 2021
Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Where: LOVE Park, 1501 John F Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19102
Christmas Village is back at LOVE Park and City Hall! The festivities begin after the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 25. They continue through Christmas Eve, December 24. The event is one of the largest and most authentic German Christmas markets in the United States. Admission to Christmas Village is free. Shopping, food, and drink are pay-as-you-go. Check out 14 ways to enjoy German traditions—and some new editions!
Handmade Holidays at Bartram’s Garden
When: December 4, 2021 – 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Bartram’s Garden, 5400 Lindberg Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19143
Celebrate the holidays at Bartram’s Garden in person this year! Craft workshops, pie making contests, winter tree ID activities, and more are planned for a fun day in the park. Local vendors and small businesses create a holiday marketplace experience for guests. Learn more about Handmade Holidays.
Winter Festival at Gold Star Park
When: December 4, 2021 – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Gold Star Park, 613 Wharton St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Bask in holiday cheer and enjoy warm drinks, snacks, and fun inflatables at the park this December. View the event page here.
Winter Nights, Winter Lights
When: December 11, 2021 – 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Bardascino Park, 1000 S 10th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
The friends of Bardascino Park bringing light to long winter nights by installing an illuminated tree and inviting the community to light up the park with handcrafted lanterns. Community members are encouraged to pick up a craft lantern kit from the park on December 4 to decorate and bring to the ceremony on December 11. Neighbors will be on hand to help hang your masterpiece. Learn more about the event here.
Visit the City’s Holiday Celebrations page to find additional events.
December virtual events
Yoga with Jenna Song
When: Sundays at 10 a.m. Now through March, 2022.
Where: Online (Zoom)
Event by Tookany/Tacony-Frankford (TTF) Watershed Partnership. Join this online yoga class evert Wednesday from now until March. Hatha yoga emphasizes physical health and relaxation of your mind. The class will focus on posture alignment, strengthening, and flexibility. Register for the class.
“A Toymaker’s Christmas”
When: December 22, 23, and 24, 2021 at 7 p.m.
Where: Online (Facebook)
Star Players of Philadelphia Parks & Recreation presents a virtual concert of its 2014 hit show “A Toymaker’s Christmas.” The show, written and directed by Bill Arthur will be presented on December 22, 23, 24 at 7 p.m. To view the show, visit Star Players on Facebook prior to the show and use the link provided.
Original source can be found here.
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