Christmas shows in Philadelphia

You must be waiting eagerly for your Christmas vacations and planning what to do during the festive holidays. Well, why worry when you can catch some of the splendid Christmas shows in Philadelphia like, American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show, and Running of Santas. You will love to watch exciting shows held during Christmas, some of which have both entertainment as well as traditional content.

Top Christmas shows in Philadelphia:

You can certainly expect to spend the best Christmas in Philadelphia, by being a part of the various entertaining as well as religious shows. Some of the top Christmas events in Philadelphia are:

American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show:

Christmas without soothing Christmas carols and other traditional activities is unimaginable. To get the real feel of the festival however, American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show is the best event to come to. From famous musicians to renowned dance groups, all come together to make this Christmas show in Philadelphia a success. Singers, musicians, dancers and artists from all over the world perform at this world famous Christmas event.

A Macy’s Holiday Light Show:

You are sure to love Macy’s Light Show, which features more than 100,000 lights. These lights are paired with Wanamaker Organ’s music. The lightshow begins from November 26th at 10 am. The show runs after every hour and continues till the 9th of January.

Venue:
1300 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-241-9000

Hershel & The Hanukkah Goblins Party:

Christmas show by Hershel & The Hanukkah Goblins is one of the best show to catch during this festive season. The event is scheduled to take place on the 15th of December. Highlights of Hershel & The Hanukkah Goblins include, dance-dramas, puppet show s, live music by Klezmer, mouthwatering delicacies by John and Kim and other entertaining activities.

Venue:
Painted Bride Art Center, 230 Vine Street, Philadelphia.

Running of Santas:

Running of Santas is a grand event that started in the year 1998 in Manayunk. Dressed as Santa Claus, more than 5000 people participate in this gala event. There is an official website of this show too. This year the event is scheduled to take place on the 18th of December. The party begins with special drinks at various city bars namely, P.J. Whelihan's ,FOP Lodge #5, Kildare's, The Irish Pol, McGillicuddy's, Paddy Whacks, Buckhead Saloon, Mad River, Lucy's, Fado and Field House, Urban Saloon. After this, the Santas move to Finnigan’s W ake and then to the “North Pole” The “Hottest Santa” contest is one of the highlights of this major Christmas show in Philadelphia.

Christmas theatrical shows in Philadelphia:

Theatrical shows in Philadelphia are a ‘must-watch’when in the city. These shows are loved by people of all ages. Most of these plays are based on some of the famous novels and stories by eminent writers and playwrights like Shakespeare, and Charles Dickens. Some of the most famous plays to watch during Christmas in Philadelphia are:

Old Wicked Songs
The Tempest
White Christmas
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Seussical the Musical
A Christmas Carol
Annie
A Fractured Christmas Carol