Kennett Square Holiday Village Market
Modeled on a German Christkindlmarkt, the market fills The Creamery with artisan and vintage vendors, ice sculptures, food trucks, and Santa across the first two December weekends. Admission is free; the first weekend falls December 5 and 6.
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Miracle on 34th Street: The Musical
The Newtown Arts Company stages the Miracle on 34th Street musical across four days at the Newtown Theatre, closing with a Sunday matinee. The theatre bills itself as the country's oldest operating movie house.
Tree Lighting
Santa arrives by fire truck for the township tree lighting outside the building on Commerce Drive, December 3 at 5:30. Hot cocoa, caroling, and a set from School of Rock fill in the rest.
Ambler Holiday Parade
Butler Avenue's holiday parade kicks off the season, a week ahead of Santa's arrival by train. Claim a curb spot early — this one draws a crowd.
