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Christmas Events in Philly – Blogmas 2023 Day 1

Hi, Beauties ♥

During the Christmas season I know we all love to visit different places for our holiday fix.

Here are a list of events/activities in the Philadelphia area.

  1. Christmas Village in Philly – is at the iconic Love Park  which has over 100 vendors set up in wooden rustic cottages.  Offering local and international gifts.  Right across the street is City Hall which has a double-decker Carousel, Ferris wheel and a Kids train. There is also a German food court with a variety of treats.
  2. LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo – featuring more than a million twinkling lights across 16 illuminated zones. Snap a selfie in front of a 22 foot-tall butterfly tree covered with 4,00 butterflies and a 40 foot-tall penguin glowing with 40,000 lights. You can also check out a new sparkling light waterfall and performers dress in glowing animal costumes.
  3. Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest –  Olympic size skating rink with a warm, ski chalet style lodge with seasonal food & drinks.  You can take photos by the festive holiday tree and play games on the boardwalk.  Plus there are two spectacular fireworks displays on New Year’s Eve.
  4. Miracle on 13th Street – Neighbors on this South Philly block has set up an elaborate display along the street. Take a stroll on this block to see each home decked-out decorations from twinkle lights to elaborate movie themed displays.  This looks like a great place to take pictures.
  5. The Comcast Holiday Spectacular– is a 15 minute free family friendly show featuring a sleigh ride around the world and through Philadelphia.  A wonderful performance from the Pennsylvania Ballet and a sing a long to holiday classics.

Bonus activity:

Check out Sesame Place seasonal celebration. They have different cultural theme:

  • A Very Furry Christmas – features a parade with festive floats , performances, musical sing-alongs and a light show around a 30-foot Christmas tree. This event runs until Jan 7, 2024
  • Kwanza Celebration – celebrate with you fav Sesame street character. There will be a Kinara lighting ceremony and a chance to learn about the holiday’s seven principles. This event runs form Dec 26, 2023 to Jan 1, 2024
  • New Year’s Eve Fireworks – before bedtime ring in the new year with Elmo, Abby, Cookie Monster and the Count will. Dec 31, 2023.

I cant wait to visit a few of these attractions. I hope this list is helpful with your travel around the city.

Leave a comment and let me know which places you will visit.

Until next time…Enjoy Life 🙂

 

Holiday Events in Philly – Blogmas 2021 Day 3

Hi Beauties!

During the holiday season there are alot of places you can visit for your Christmas fix.

Here are a list of events/activities if you are in the Philadelphia area.

  1. Dilworth Park at City hall – features a Christmas village, Ferris wheel, kids train and an ice skating rink. There is a heated tent that serve food and drinks for the skaters to fill up on.
  2. LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo – featuring dozens of illuminating, animal-themed displays around the zoo. There are 14 themes in total, such as a 100-foot-long aquarium tunnel, giant jellyfish, 21-foot snake, hundreds of glowing penguins and to top it off a 25-foot tree made of flamingo lawn ornaments.
  3. Franklin Square – has the Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show, which features over 100,000 lights throughout the park. There is a Chilly Philly mini golf course and a charming carousel.  Lets not forget Santa Saturday and a heated tent to enjoy a warm beverage.
  4. Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest –  Olympic size skating rink with a warm, ski chalet style lodge with seasonal food & drinks.  Plus there are two spectacular fireworks displays on New Year’s Eve.
  5. Macy’s Christmas Light Show – In the historic Wanamaker Building features holiday scenes made of over 100,000 LED lights and a 34, 500 LED tree that dance along to classic tunes from the Wanamaker organ.
  6. The Comcast Holiday Spectacular– is a 15 minute family friendly show featuring a sleigh ride around the world and through Philadelphia.  A wonderful performance from the Pennsylvania Ballet and a sing a long to holiday classics.
  7. Adventure Aquarium’s Christmas Underwater – Scuba Santa is coming to town, sharing Christmas cheer.  Enjoy underwater light displays, festive new shows and the World’s Tallest Underwater Christmas Tree! It will be so much fun for the kids.

I hope this list will help you enjoy your time around the city of Philly.

 

Until next time…Enjoy Life 🙂

25 Blogmas Ideas – Blogmas 2021 Day 1

Hi Beauties!

Here is a list of 25 Blogmas ideas you can write about

  1. What Christmas means to you
  2. Favorite childhood Christmas memories
  3. Christmas haul
  4. Christmas home decorations
  5. Christmas tree reveal
  6. Doing Christmas on a budget
  7. Stocking stuffer ideas
  8. Favorite Christmas movies
  9. Favorite Christmas songs
  10. Making a gingerbread house
  11. Holiday tags from other bloggers
  12. Random Act of Kindness
  13. Holiday wishlist
  14. Holiday OOTD
  15. Favorite meal/recipes
  16. Gift ideas for men/women
  17. Guest post from another blogger
  18. Christmas events in your city
  19. DIY Christmas cards
  20. Last minute gift items
  21. Christmas cocktails
  22. Christmas day outfits
  23. Secret Santa gift ideas
  24. How to stay in the Christmas spirit
  25. Christmas dinner menu

I hope this list will help someone out there who is struggling with ideas for Blogmas.

 

Until next time…Enjoy Life and Happy Blogging 🙂

BLOGMAS 2021

Hi Beauties

I’m Back!

Blogmas is about to begin and I’m excited to bring you all the wonderful things about the Christmas/Holiday season. I will be posting 12 day of Blogmas for the 12 days of Christmas. So grab yourself some hot chocolate and enjoy the ride.

In case you miss Blogmas 2015 & 2016, click the link here to catch up.