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Whether you're hosting the whole family or bringing a dish to the holiday table, Philly restaurants are ready to help with Thanksgiving feasts, sides and sweets. 

Old City's Historic Holidays brings festive shopping, a tree lighting, Sip & Stroll and seasonal celebrations to Philadelphia starting Nov. 28.

Looking for things to do in Philly this weekend? Explore holiday markets, art-filled nights, family activities, volunteer events and a murder mystery Nov. 13–15.

Philly's Ministry of Awe unveils Miracle on 3rd on Nov. 20, inviting families into an immersive holiday experience where visitors become part of the magic.

From Cirque du Soleil to Peppa Pig, discover festive shows, musicals and family adventures bringing holiday magic to Philadelphia and the surrounding region.

Longwood Gardens celebrates the holidays with a Cosmic Christmas theme, featuring more than 500,000 lights, celestial displays and festive experiences starting Nov. 20.

Lacroix brings a fresh take on weekend brunch to Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square, featuring tableside cocktails, roaming dessert carts and live music.

Philadelphia celebrates National Pickle Day with The Big Dill festival, a pickle costume world record attempt, specialty drinks and unexpected sweet treats.

Philadelphia’s popular waterfront attraction opens this month with new food vendors, expanded fire pits, a holiday tree lighting and special events through February.

Veterans Day (Nov. 11) is right around the corner, and Philadelphia and its surrounding communities are gearing up to honor those who have served.

Local volunteer groups will roll up their sleeves for the Love Your Park Fall Weekend, an annual celebration that involves everything from planting trees to raking leaves to picking up litter.

Discover creative things to do around Philadelphia this November, including interactive theater, hands-on art activities, storytelling events and murder mysteries.

Philadelphia's Weitzman Museum launches Second Sunday on Nov. 8, offering free monthly admission, themed activities, exhibitions and sensory-friendly mornings.

Luminiscence: Christmas Wonder opens Nov. 19 at Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica with immersive light displays, holiday music and live performances.

Miracle on American Street returns to NextFab in Philadelphia on Nov. 21, featuring more than 80 local makers, handmade gifts, food and hands-on activities.

Creativity will reign over the city this November — CraftNOW’s annual CraftMONTH series is back. Marking 11 years in 2026, this go-around’s theme is officially dubbed ‘Radical Americana: Throughlines.'

The cast of 'I Play Rocky' shares the personal stories and challenges behind bringing Sylvester Stallone's journey from struggling actor to Hollywood star to life.

East Passyunk Fall Fest returns Oct. 31 with more than 110 vendors, trick-or-treating, a dog costume contest, live entertainment and free Halloween fun.

Looking for Halloween events in Philly? Explore costume parties, haunted attractions, live entertainment and family-friendly activities happening across the city.

The St. Demetrios Greek Festival returns to Upper Darby Nov. 6–8 with traditional Greek food, homemade pastries, wine, dancing and family-friendly activities.