Today’s it’s going to be freezing…due in large part to the annual Fishtown Freeze! Saturday, December 14th, 2024 from 12:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m., head down to one of Philadelphia’s most popular neighborhoods for an ice sculpture extravaganza and unbeatable holiday deals at the two-day shopping spree.
Fishtown Freeze is back
Fishtown Kensington Area Business Improvement District and Fishtown Co are excited to announce the return of the 6th annual Fishtown Freeze ice sculpture event and holiday shopping extravaganza. This unique event brings dozens of custom-designed ice sculptures. Additionally, enjoy holiday Shopping Spree discounts at over 20 participating area retailers, and more to the streets of Fishtown!
Highlights of the one-day Fishtown Freeze include interactive live ice sculpture carvings by internationally renowned ice sculpture artists Ice Sculpture Philly, outdoor food and beverages, and, new this year, a complimentary trolley traveling up and down Frankford Avenue from noon-8pm, plus progressive holiday shopping deals at the area’s independent boutiques, photos with Santa at Frankford Hall and Vince’s Pizzeria, food and drink specials at all your favorite restaurants, and even more holiday fun!
Specifically, you can find the perfect gift while supporting the local community by participating in the two-day holiday shopping spree. From December 14-15th, 2024. The holiday shopping spree is a progressive sale at more than 20 local, independent shops and boutiques. Customers get increasing discounts the more they shop, up to 15% for all additional participating stores for the weekend, plus complimentary beverages and holiday snacks at select locations along the way.
Moreover, all the festive fun is complimentary admission (unless marked below) with tons of fun for families, friends and holi-dates too.
Schedule of events
- 12:00pm to 3:00pm -Indoor + Outdoor Holiday Open House at the The Battery with hot cocoa bar, wine and beer offerings, a s’mores station, catered food, live music and a live ice sculpture carve at noon. 1325 Beach Street
- 12:00pm to 4:00pm -Complimentary photos with Santa at Frankford Hall (1210 Frankford Avenue)
- 12:00pm to 6:00pm -Mural City Cellars Wine Garden will be hosting a Winter Wonderland with a live ice sculpture carving, Santa Claus, and vendor market. 2211 Frankford Ave
- 12:00pm -Starting at Noon and remain out rest of day (or until melted); Two dozen custom ice sculptures carved by Ice Sculpture Philly at businesses around the neighborhood
- 12:00pm -The International Bar Outdoor Bar with holiday food specials including currywurst, melted raclette and bierstacheln, plus a s’more area for folks to make their own! (PAYG) 1524 N Front Street
- 12:00pm -First ever walk-in flash day at Wild Heart Tattoo! Come get tattooed, have a light snack, and check out their ice sculpture. Sign ups start at 10:30 am, you’ll receive a text when it’s your turn. (1142 Frankford Ave)
- 12:00pm – Live Ice Sculpture Carve at The Battery 1325 Beach Street
- 12:00pm to 3:00pm -Fishtails Annual Home for the Holidays Adoption Extravaganza at Fishtown Animal Hospital with raffles, adoptable cats and Santa and Chanukah Photos (233 E Girard Ave)
- 2:00pm -Live Ice Sculpture Carve at Mural City Garden at (2211 Frankford Avenue)
- 3:30pm to 6:00pm -Pizza with Santa at Vince’s Pizzeria, two seatings (965 Frankford Avenue)
- 4:00pm -Live Ice Sculpture Carve at Garage (Frankford & Girard Avenues)
For more information, visit Fishtown District’s official website here.