The World's Largest Pickle Party Coming to Philadelphia to Break World Record

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The World's Largest Pickle Party Coming to Philadelphia to Break World Record

Get your brine on, Philly. The Big Dill®, The World's Largest Pickle Party®, is bringing its biggest celebration ever home to Philadelphia on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, from 1:00pm to 9:00pm, at Stateside Live! in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, taking over National Pickle Day itself. This is not your traditional food festival. It is a full-blown pickle party, with unlimited sampling of more than 100 pickle varieties on Pickle Row, more than 50 vendors serving everything from pickle pizza and deep-fried pickle egg rolls to pickle pierogies and pickle milkshakes, a Pickle RAVE with DJ Jay Roy, VIP pickle brunch, pickle beer and ritas, live music from Shot of Southern and the South Philly String Band, the World Pickle Eating Championship®, the Brine Chug Challenge, mechanical pickle rides, TikTok's Pickle Priest blessing pickles, a 25-foot inflatable pickle jar named Big Brine, Jameson Pickle Backs and Evil Genius pickle beer for the 21+ crowd, and the Parade of the Pickles, where Philadelphians in numbered pickle suits will try to set a world record.

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Philadelphia's Largest Local Holiday Market Returns to Dilworth Park Starting Next Week

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Philadelphia's Largest Local Holiday Market Returns to Dilworth Park Starting Next Week

Philadelphia’s largest outdoor holiday market for local artists, makers, and crafters is returning with festive flair for the 2026 holiday season. The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will be back for its 12th consecutive season at Dilworth Park (1 S. 15th Street) starting on Friday, November 13, 2026 and running through Thursday, January 1, 2027. This year, the market will once again offer shopping from 12:00pm until 8:00pm (and now extended to 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays), giving visitors time to shop, sip and soak in the magical atmosphere after work and into the evening.

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Philadelphia's Most Over-the-Top Christmas Bar Returns at Craftsman Row Saloon

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Philadelphia's Most Over-the-Top Christmas Bar Returns at Craftsman Row Saloon

The holidays just got brighter in Philadelphia as Craftsman Row launches its highly anticipated Winter Wonderland Christmas Pop-Up. Nationally recognized for creating one of the country's most immersive, extravagant and super-sized holiday pop-up dining experiences, the beloved restaurant and bar is back with even more sparkle, flavor and festive flair. Craftsman (located at 112 S. 8th Street) is back even more over-the-top, decked-out and super-sized than ever.

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Thanksgiving Meals in Philly Region: Hot Feasts, Smoked Birds, Plus Vegan, No Gluten Options

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Thanksgiving Meals in Philly Region: Hot Feasts, Smoked Birds, Plus Vegan, No Gluten Options

Restaurants, chefs and bakeries are ready to help you serve your family a feast to remember but without the 5am wake-up and the piles of dishes. This year, eateries around Philadelphia, South Jersey, Delaware and the Suburbs are offering delicious cook-at-home and fully cooked packages for delivery and pick-up, on Thanksgiving Day and before, in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

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Christmas Village Returns to Baltimore With Extended Dates, 70+ Vendors, Authentic German Vibes

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Christmas Village Returns to Baltimore With Extended Dates, 70+ Vendors, Authentic German Vibes

One of America’s most celebrated authentic German Christmas markets returns to Inner Harbor with more dates than ever to celebrate the holidays! Christmas Village in Baltimore presents its 13th season at West Shore Park (501 Light Street) from Thanksgiving Day (November 26) to December 27, with previews 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 holiday magic. Charm City’s award-winning indoor-outdoor holiday destination will feature shopping for all ages, European food and drinks, festive family attractions and seasonal special events. New surprises this year include upgraded photo opportunities, delicious new foods, new holiday cocktails, an expanded food court, more vegan food options, a first-ever heart shaped souvenir mug, and a new Bavarian Beer Haus with the most beer offerings ever in the market’s history.

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LumiNature Returns to Philadelphia Zoo Starting Nov. 19 with An All-New Holiday Story

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LumiNature Returns to Philadelphia Zoo Starting Nov. 19 with An All-New Holiday Story

Forget toys, games, and the latest electronics. This holiday season, the wish lists at Philadelphia Zoo look a little different. LumiNature, presented by PNC Bank, returns Thursday, November 19, 2026 with an all-new interactive holiday adventure inspired by the animals who call the Zoo home. Throughout the Zoo, larger-than-life illuminated letters to Santa Claws reveal the animals’ holiday wishes, inspired by their unique personalities and favorite things. Guests can follow those wishes through 14 enchanting stops filled with one million dazzling lights, festive sounds, and interactive surprises. Upon arrival, guests will receive a Book of Wishes to reveal clues and capture discoveries throughout their journey as a holiday keepsake. LumiNature opens Thursday, November 19 and runs most nights through Saturday, January 9 from 5:00 to 9:00pm. Timed and anytime tickets are now on sale at philadelphiazoo.org. Philadelphia Zoo is located at the corner of 34th Street and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia’s historic Fairmount Park at 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

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East Passyunk Festival Returns Halloween Day with Family Fun, Artists, Music, Food, More

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East Passyunk Festival Returns Halloween Day with Family Fun, Artists, Music, Food, More

South Philly’s most beloved Halloween tradition is back and bigger than ever! On Saturday, October 31, 2026 (11AM–4PM), East Passyunk Fall Fest returns for its 14th year transforming East Passyunk Avenue into a festive, family-friendly block party filled with 110+ artists and makers, live music, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, dog and costume contests, and seasonal eats and drinks.

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East Passyunk's Le Virtù to Host Celiac-Safe Abruzzo Feast - One Night, Zero Gluten

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East Passyunk's Le Virtù to Host Celiac-Safe Abruzzo Feast - One Night, Zero Gluten

For one night only, one of Philadelphia's most famous and celebrated Italian restaurants will go all gluten-free! Le Virtù at 1927 E. Passyunk Avenue will present a special gluten-free, celiac safe dining experience on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. From when Le Virtù closes its doors on Wednesday night to Thursday afternoon, Chef and the staff will do a deep clean of the kitchen, bar and prep areas to present GF versions of their favorite dishes and special features - all celebrating and paying homage to the flavors and traditions of Abruzzo. Every single dish - from antipasti, primi, secondi, contorni, dolci - will be GF and celiac safe - and include Philadelphia's only versions of top hits like Buckwheat tortiglioni with octopus ragu and cuttlefish ink,  Spaghetti with goat ragu, Green Pea Fusilli, Rigatoni alla Vittoria, Peposo red wine braised beef shoulder, Grilled Pumpkin alla Parmigiana and Toasted Gnocchi. All dishes are a la carte and available to order pay-as-you-go, no ticket is required.

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Christmas Village Returns to Philadelphia with Extended Dates, Giant Pyramid, 170+ Vendors

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Christmas Village Returns to Philadelphia with Extended Dates, Giant Pyramid, 170+ Vendors

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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Center City Gets Spooky: Halloween House Makes Philly Debut at Fashion District

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Center City Gets Spooky: Halloween House Makes Philly Debut at Fashion District

A new Halloween attraction has arrived in the heart of Center City, bringing a different kind of spooky season experience to Philadelphia - one designed for all ages, without the scares of a traditional haunted house. Following a successful run at Deptford Mall last year, Halloween House has expanded into Philadelphia with a new, nearly twice-as-large attraction at Fashion District Philadelphia. The immersive indoor experience takes over the former Forever 21 space on the second floor, featuring 10 elaborately themed rooms, interactive activities, photo opportunities and special themed events throughout October.

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