Christkind Ceremony at Christmas Village in Philadelphia

Mark your calendars for the grand opening of Christmas Village with the Christkind Ceremony on December 1, 2024 at 1pm. The Christkind, a traditional Christmas figure from Nuremberg, Germany, will make a special appearance to bless the market and open the season. Visitors will also enjoy a festive performance adding to the holiday magic. This ceremony is a beloved tradition that officially launches the Christmas season in Philadelphia.

Don’t miss a beat and join the cheer by following @philachristmas on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, liking Christmas Village in Philadelphia on Facebook and visiting the website at www.philachristmas.com.

2024 EVENT DATES:
Preview Weekend: November 23rd to November 24th

Opening Day: November 28th

Last Day: December 24th 

Closed days: November 25th, 26th, 27th 

2024 HOURS:

Sunday to Thursday, 12:00pm to 8:00pm

Friday to Saturday: 12:00pm to 9:00pm

Thanksgiving Day: 9:00am to 5:00pm

Christmas Eve: 12:00pm to 5:00pm

LOCATION:

City Hall and LOVE Park (JFK Plaza, 1500 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102)

Parking: Check out the exclusive parking offer for Christmas Village visitors on the website!

SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES:

Facebook, Instagram, TikTok: @philachristmas