Christmas Village Returns With Extended Dates, Giant Pyramid, 170+ Vendors, Mulled Wine

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Christmas Village Returns With Extended Dates, Giant Pyramid, 170+ Vendors, Mulled Wine

One of America’s most celebrated authentic German Christmas markets returns to the heart of Center City with more time than ever to celebrate the holiday season! Christmas Village in Philadelphia presented by Bank of America will return to LOVE Park (1500 JFK Blvd.), City Hall’s Courtyard, and the North Broad section from Thanksgiving Day (November 26) through December 27, with a special preview on November 21 and 22, 2026. New for the season, Christmas Village will extend beyond Christmas Eve for the first time and remain open through December 27, giving visitors one additional weekend to experience the market.

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RECtangle Pocket Park Grand Opens in Downtown Camden

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RECtangle Pocket Park Grand Opens in Downtown Camden

Camden Special Services District (CSSD) has opened the RECtangle Pocket Park, a new public parklet on Downtown Camden’s Market Street commercial corridor that turns a large, previously unused parcel into a space for everyday gathering, pop-up events and community programming. CSSD staff and partners were joined by Camden Mayor Victor G. Carstarphen, local dignitaries, community leaders, sponsors and representatives from area colleges and hospitals for a ribbon cutting and grand opening that featured remarks, live music, tours, and food and drink from Downtown Camden restaurants and businesses.

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Ahoy: Boo Bar Transforms Harry’s Cape May into Pirate Themed Halloween Pop-up

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Ahoy: Boo Bar Transforms Harry’s Cape May into Pirate Themed Halloween Pop-up

Ahoy mates! This October, Harry’s Bar and Grille in Cape May is unleashing the spirits with the return of Harry's BOO BAR, Cape May's very first and original Halloween-themed pop-up experience! From now through November 1, 2026, Harry’s at Montreal Beach Resort is transforming into a haunted pirate’s den for its third annual Halloween pop-up experience. Step into a thrilling world of pirate decor, eerie lighting and haunted surprises wherever you turn. The dining room will transport you to a place you’ve only seen in your Halloween dreams (or maybe your nightmares). Sip on spooky signature drinks that are as fun to admire as they are to consume. With a menu full of frightfully delicious food and cocktails, this is the Halloween hangout you won’t want to miss! Grab your mates and chart a course for BOO BAR, if you dare! Look for live music, DJ, karaoke and tarot readings with something fun happening every weekend leading up to Halloween. Harry's is located at 1025 Beach Ave, Cape May.

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Manayunk Announces Fall Festival, Mac N Cheese Crawl, Halloween Pop-ups on Main Street

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Manayunk Announces Fall Festival, Mac N Cheese Crawl, Halloween Pop-ups on Main Street

Manayunk Development Corporation is thrilled to announce another new block buster event this fall. Following the runaway success of Manayunk Restaurant Week and Stroll After Hours, MDC will debut Manayunk Fall Fest and Mac N Cheese Crawl on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00am to 4:00pm, along historic Main Street. This one day celebration takes place during one of the best times of year to visit Manayunk, as the leaves are changing overhead, the towpath and trails never looked prettier, decorations are popping up at local businesses and seasonal flavors take over food and drink menus. Festival goers can expect family-friendly activities, 14+ food trucks and vendors, 50+ local vendors and artists, seasonal fare, autumn sips, live outdoor music, 2 stages, and a tasty crawl to pick the best Mac N Cheese in Manayunk.

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Shane Confectionery Unveils Halloween Collection Inspired by Real Ghosts of Philadelphia

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Shane Confectionery Unveils Halloween Collection Inspired by Real Ghosts of Philadelphia

merica's oldest candy shop asked Philadelphians to share their real ghost stories, and the city answered. Now Shane Confectionery in Old City has turned those paranormal encounters into its limited-edition Haunted Philadelphia Halloween box. Only 125 boxes are being made. Each eerie black-and-silver box holds 14 chocolates and confections, two each of seven pieces inspired by local hauntings and legends, and their flavors stay under wraps until the collection is revealed on October 5. Every box also includes an illustrated zine telling the stories and history behind each haunting, plus a beeswax ghost candle from Philadelphia Bee Co. Pre-orders are open now, with pick-up starting October 5th.

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Boo at Philadelphia Zoo Expands: Five Weekends, Pumpkin Feedings, Fall Surprises, Costume Contests

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Boo at Philadelphia Zoo Expands: Five Weekends, Pumpkin Feedings, Fall Surprises, Costume Contests

Philadelphia Zoo’s quintessential, family-friendly Halloween extravaganza, Boo at the Zoo, is back every weekend this October (plus Indigenous Peoples' Day) for the first time in its over 20-year history! These fun-filled weekends include incredible costumes, festive fall treats and fang-tastic fun. Bring a candy bag, come dressed in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat around the Zoo, enjoy seasonal décor, boo-tiful autumn weather, Howl-oween children's activities and have a spooktacular time. New for 2026, ride the Pherris Wheel for a fall view 10 stories up, visit Trick-or-Tree House, take a ride on the SEPTA PZ "Boo" Choo Train, check out Cryptic Creatures and Frightful Flora, visit early with new fall wildlife morning tours and enjoy the Teal Pumpkin Project for those with food allergies. For returning fall favorites, look for a full line-up of pumpkin feedings and animal enrichments, including hippos, big cats, aquatic turtles, orangutans, gorillas, birds, giant tortoises and Rodrigues fruit bats.

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Made in Philadelphia Presents 10th Anniversary Fall Market with 80+ Makers and Artists

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Made in Philadelphia Presents 10th Anniversary Fall Market with 80+ Makers and Artists

The Made in Philadelphia Fall Market is celebrating its 10th anniversary this October, marking a decade of bringing local makers, small businesses and fall festivities to the heart of Center City. Brought to you by the organizers of Christmas Village in Philadelphia in partnership with the Center City District (CCD), the beloved outdoor marketplace returns to Dilworth Park from Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11, 2026. For one festive fall weekend, visitors can shop from more than 80 vendors, including makers and small businesses from Philadelphia, the tri-state area and beyond, while enjoying seasonal food, unique gifts and the fall atmosphere in Center City. The market is open to the public with shopping, food and drinks available for purchase throughout the weekend.  The market is no charge, family friendly and rain or shine. 

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Teenage Dirtbag Hitmakers Headline 10 Hour Music Festival Under the El in Fishtown

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Teenage Dirtbag Hitmakers Headline 10 Hour Music Festival Under the El in Fishtown

Evil Genius Beer Company celebrates 15 years of very silly names and very serious beers - and a brand that was built on celebrating nostalgia - with a giant, all-day, all-ages block party taking over Fishtown.  Evil Genius 15th Anniversary Music Festival will debut on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00am to 10:00pm, from Cecil B. Moore to Palmer Street on Front Street and from Front Street to Blair Street on Palmer Street.  Headlined by 2000s alt-rock legends, Wheatus (“Teenage Dirtbag”), the giant block party will feature ten hours of live music, food and drink from around the neighborhood, two exclusive beer releases, and an outdoor market with nearly 50 local vendors, artists and makers. The fido and family friendly party is no charge and open to the public, with food and drink pay as you go.

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First Friday Block Party Series at South Philly's Electric Alley Extended to October

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First Friday Block Party Series at South Philly's Electric Alley Extended to October

One of South Philadelphia's most electrifying art destinations is throwing a final farewell party for 2026. After a summer bringing the community together, Nice Things Handmade and Percy Street Project announce the last of First Fridays on Percy Street on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on the 1300 block of S. Percy Street in the heart of Passyunk Square. This no charge community event is all ages, family friendly, fido friendly and will bring live music, live painting, 40-plus local vendors, and food to the glowing alley known for its illuminated murals. Phil Korshak will be back in Philly serving up hot dogs and other treats from his new spot  Korshak Parkside Provisions coming soon to 13th and Reed. Chilly Banana will be serving up dairy fr ee, vegan banana whips with all the magical toppings. Musical guests will include Huston West, Jacob Waters and DJ Linz and Mars. Live painting will be sponsored by Rosebear Arts representing four artists painting on a four sided free Mural wall.

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The '90s Are Back at Parx: Milli Vanilli, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Jodeci, Fuel & Lit

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The '90s Are Back at Parx: Milli Vanilli, C+C Music Factory, Vanilla Ice, Jodeci, Fuel & Lit

Parx Casino®, Pennsylvania's #1 casino, announces four brand-new shows for the Xcite Center this fall, turning back the clock to the decade of mixtapes, MTV and sing-it-at-the-top-of-your-lungs choruses. Bucks County and Philadelphia will be seeing stars with performances by Vanilla Ice, Milli Vanilli (feat. Fab Morvan), C+C Music Factory and Young MC on the I Love the 90's Tour; Sebastian Bach with special guest Steven Adler of Guns N' Roses; Fuel and Lit; and Jodeci on their 35th Anniversary Tour of Forever My Lady.

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