By Nadya Solometo By Nadya Solometo | December 6, 2024 | Feature, Events, Holiday, Guide, Guides,
Shop, sip and celebrate at Philly’s top holiday markets and pop-ups, where local artisans, festive treats and seasonal cheer await.Christmas Village at Love Park
Christmas Village at Love Park
Feel the love this holiday season at the Christmas Village at Love Park. The German-inspired open-air market welcomes attendees to explore local vendors while checking out various sparkling light displays. Open until Dec. 24, Sunday - Thursday: 12 p.m.-8 p.m. and Friday-Saturday: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1500 John F Kennedy Blvd., philachristmas.com
Bartram’s Garden’s Handmade Holidays
Stroll through Bartram’s Garden as they host their Handmade Holidays event. Shoppers can find presents for loved ones at the marketplace or warm up by the campfire with snacks and a warm drink. Dec. 7, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., bartramsgarden.org
Drinks in Toyland
Philadelphia Live!’s The Prime Rib is bringing a vintage and boozy feel this holiday season with their “Drinks in Toyland” pop-up inside the restaurant. Sip festive tipples like the Toy Shop Sangria, chocolate peppermint martini and Gin & Jolly. Open until Jan. 11, 900 Packer Ave., philadelphia.livecasinohotel.com
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market has returned to Dilworth Park—get ready to shop a variety of local artisans, designers, crafters and jewelers. After checking a few people off their Christmas list, guests can slip on some skates for an evening on the rink. Open Until Jan. 1 2025, Sunday-Thursday: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., 1 S. 15th St., madeinphila.com
Sisterly Love Collective Holiday Market
Female-led and run food and gift vendors are taking center stage this Christmastime at the Sisterly Love Collective Holiday Market. After shopping around the Independence Visitor Center, attendees can try their hand at gingerbread decorating. Opens Dec. 14, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 599 Market St., sisterlylovephilly.com
Tinsel
Get in the holiday spirit(s) with a visit to Tinsel’s Pub Christmas pop-up bar in Midtown Village. The festive spot, adorned with 10,000 twinkling lights, serves delectable holiday drinks in snowman-shaped glasses. Open through Jan. 1, 116 S. 12th St., instagram.com
Uptown Express Christmas Pop-Up Bar
Plenty of “spirits,” not just the holiday kind, await at Uptown Express Christmas Pop-Up Bar in Logan Square. Take in the outdoor bar’s winter wonderland design, featuring cutouts of classic Christmas characters, as you indulge in their holiday cocktails. Monday-Friday 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Saturday-Sunday 12 p.m. to 12 a.m., 1500 John F Kennedy Blvd., uptownbeer.com
Walnut Wonderland
This Rittenhouse cocktail garden has a festive twist all month to celebrate the season. Stop by—furry friends in tow— for seasonal cocktails like the Cocoa Warm Up made with amaretto, Irish cream, cocoa and whipped cream. While imbibing, guests can check out the 22-foot Christmas tree on display or walk through the garden’s Christmas tree farm. Open until Dec. 31, Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday-Saturday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. - 10 p.m., 1708 Walnut St., walnutphl.com
YuleTide at Liberty Hall
Embrace the magic of Christmas at the YuleTide at Liberty Hall, boasting over 30 market booths. While enjoying the ice skating rinks and vendors, guests can snap a photo with Santa Claus. Open until Dec. 23, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., 800 Ridge Pike, Lafayette Hill, yuletidelibertyhill.com
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