Philadelphia’s holiday season gets a festive upgrade as Christmas Village in Philadelphia returns to LOVE Park, City Hall’s Courtyard, and the North Broad Section from Thanksgiving Day through Christmas Eve 2025.
🎄 Christmas Village Philadelphia returns for 2025 holiday season
The city’s largest and most beloved authentic German Christmas market promises sparkling lights, festive music, and a giant new centerpiece: a 30-foot tall Christmas Pyramid, inspired y Germany’s Ore Mountains.
Thomas Bauer, President of Christmas Village, said,
Standing tall at the heart of Christmas Village, it will bring an authentic touch of German holiday tradition for all visitors to enjoy…we can’t wait to see it take over everyone’s social media feeds.Explore
🎁 Over 120 vendors and unique holiday gifts
Visitors can wander among 120 local and international vendors, offering handcrafted ornaments, jewelry, apparel, and home goods in charming wooden cottages.
For those hunting gifts off the beaten path, the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park adds another 40 vendors, making Center City a haven for small-businesses holiday shopping.
🍶 European foods, hot mulled wine, and festive drinks
Food and drink are at the heart of the Village experience. Guests can savor charcoal-grilled bratwursts, Käsespätzle, Schnitzel, Loaded Baked Potatoes, churros, and sweet treats, all paired with the market’s famous Glühwein (hot mulled wine) from Mazza Wines or kid-friendly apple cider and hot chocolate.
The Snowflake Cocktail Bar, featuring local Boardroom Spirits, serves festive craft cocktails in ornament-shaped glasses- perfect for a holiday toast.
🎡 Rides, entertainment, and family-friendly festivities
Entertainment abounds, from the historic double-tier Christmas Village Carousel to the 65-foot Ferris Wheel and the Kids Train presented by SEPTA.
Live performances, choirs, and weekend-themed German-American celebrations keep the air lively.
Next, families can visit Santa Claus, participate in holiday workshops with Terrarium Therapy, or enjoy the Festival of Trees fundraiser for CHOP, now featuring a record two dozen beautifully decorated trees.
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Commissioner Susan Slawson explained,
Christmas Village has become a beloved family tradition…bringing generations together while boosting the local economy and celebrating the rich culture of our city.
🎅🏼 Save the Dates: Christmas Village Preview Weekend and Opening Day
The Village opens with a Preview Weekend on November 22-23, giving early access to vendors and festive sips.
The first official day is Thanksgiving is November 27, operating daily through Christmas Eve, with extended hours on weekends.
From twinkling lights and festive scents to rides, music, and a towering German Pyramid, Christmas Village in Philadelphia is where holiday magic comes alive.
Indeed, it’s a tradition where memories are made to last long after the season ends.