The Countryside of Philadelphia is home to yuletide sparkle, history, and shopping havens. Longwood Gardens, truly one of the world’s great public gardens, is the stunning legacy of Pierre S. du Pont. The holidays are a magical time at A Longwood Christmas. Inside wander through the 4.5-acre Conservatory and view a wonderland of the season’s towering trees, vibrant poinsettias, and acres of warm, cheery decorations. Outdoors, stroll among illuminated trees, glowing orbs, and an amazing tunnel of light.
Yuletide at Winterthur showcases Henry Francis du Pont’s ancestral home in seasonal splendour. Winterthur will display dazzling room decor, a magical dollhouse, and always breathtaking trees. Holidays at Hagley highlights the 1803 du Pont ancestral home, Eleutherian Mills, and features vintage decorations and treasured family traditions. Catch the holiday spirit with a visit to Nemours Estate. This world-famous du Pont mansion is beautifully decorated for the holidays with antiques from its collection. Dates vary per attraction from November 2022 through January 2023.
March into the holidays with March In at the scenic 3,500-acre Valley Forge National Historical Park, where General George Washington and the Continental Army encamped during the harsh winter of 1777-78. The annual event commemorates their arrival every December 19 and includes campsites, education about soldier clothing and gear, and self-guided tours. The Glencairn Museum in Bryn Athyn journeys through time to explore the holiday traditions of the Raymond and Mildred Pitcairn family in their remarkable 20th -century castle with concerts and Nativity scenes. The Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown celebrates the season with its Wild Lights winter holiday festival – featuring more than 1 million lights. The iconic King of Prussia Mall is the holiday shopping capital of the world with upscale trends at more than 450 stores.
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