## Holiday Weekend Events in the Philadelphia Region
The holiday weekend begins with the 73rd Annual christmas Day Reenactment at Washington Crossing Historic Park, marking George Washington’s pivotal crossing of the Delaware river during the Revolutionary War. Or if you don’t celebrate Christmas but are still looking for a family-kind way too mark the holiday, head to the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for an all faiths event, “Being___Together at Christmas.”
Kwanzaa begins on Friday, and with it, free celebrations at multiple venues, including museums, libraries and community spaces. Music lovers of all genres have plenty to choose from with Wayne Newton performing Friday and Saturday at City Winery, Emo Night: Karaoke at Underground arts on Friday and HeartsAfire lighting up World Cafe Live on Saturday, channeling the spirit of Earth, Wind & Fire.
Delaware | New Jersey | Special Events | Arts & Culture | kids | Food & Drink | Music
delaware
Table of Contents
Kwanzaa Soko
- Where: Police Athletic League Wilmington, 3707 N.Market St., Wilmington, Del.
- When: Saturday, Dec. 27, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- How much: Free
Wilmington’s largest party honoring the African american holiday brings people together for an all-ages cultural experience. The event blends live performances with food, games and hands-on activities, including jewelry making and custom tote crafts. With more than 250 people participating last year,the Soko continues to grow as a cornerstone event celebrating the seven principles of Kwanzaa,which include self-determination and cooperative economics.
New Jersey
Magical Mystery Doors
While these three iconic rock and roll bands never appeared onstage together in real life,in the tribute world,anything can happen. the Beatles,formed in Liverpool in 1960 with John,Paul,## Kwanzaa & Cultural Celebrations in Philadelphia
Beginning the day after Christmas and lasting for seven days,Kwanzaa is a celebration rooted in African American heritage,emphasizing principles of unity and self-empowerment. Celebrations take place at some of the city’s top cultural institutions, including Friday’s kickoff at the African American Museum in Philadelphia, which hosts an event on each day.At the Free Library, there are two days of activities, starting on Friday, that include musicians, dancers, storytellers and a complimentary takeaway meal. On Sunday, the Penn Museum and the Please Touch Museum are open to the public for hands-on workshops.
Arts & Culture
Cirque Dreams Holidaze
This beloved annual tradition combines imaginative storytelling and the contemporary circus arts with aerial acts, acrobatics, sleight-of-hand juggling and performances set to an original musical score and fresh takes on seasonal favorites. A multicultural cast of singers and dancers, playing toy soldiers, reindeer and storybook characters, brings a fantasy winter world to life, inviting audiences of all ages to temporarily enter a different realm. Cirque de Soleil’s reputation precedes it, with its unique take on traditional holiday spectaculars.
This Is The Week That Is
Reflect on the highlights and lowlights of the week with the signature political satire show from 1812 Productions, the only professional theatre company in the country devoted entirely to comedy. And given the news cycle lately, they’re providing an underrated public service, no matter where you stand. The long-running variety show celebrates its 20th anniversary with sharp social and political commentary combined with over-the-top musical numbers and sketches that have made it popular for this long, while keeping people from the ledge in crazy and crazier times.
Hansel and Gretel: A Make and Partake
Founded with a mission to engage audiences of all ages and backgrounds in imaginative storytelling, Curio’s family-friendly take on “Hansel and gretel” brings the audience into the performance. They participate in setting up props, creating sound effects, and, organizers say, “controlling the weather.” We’ll have to assume for the play! This follows a well-received run of “Jack and the Beanstalk” that offered the same experience.
Marty Supreme & Christmas Day Movie Releases
Christma
Philadelphia Restaurants and Bars Open on Christmas Day
Here’s a roundup of Philadelphia restaurants and bars planning to be open on Christmas Day,offering everything from festive cocktails to traditional holiday meals:
Restaurants:
* Capri – Waterfront views and Mediterranean food.
* Jasmine rice – Japanese restaurant with vegan and gluten-free options.
* Otto by Polpo – Suburban Italian BYOB.
* TingTing’s – Chinatown casual dining known for its noodle dishes and chicken wings.
* Urban Farmer – Upscale steakhouse on the Parkway.
* Sang Kee Peking Duck House – A Chinatown favorite open on Christmas Day.
Bars:
* craftsman Row saloon – Dubbed the top Christmas bar by The Infatuation, reservations are recommended.
* McGillin’s Olde Ale House – Philly’s oldest bar, a perennial Christmastime favorite.
* North Pole at Newsroom – A celebratory holiday pop-up with a live DJ, aerial performer, themed drinks and food.
* Tinsel – Intimate Center City holiday-themed bar hosting a Christmas Day party.
* The Prime Rib: Holiday Rewind at Live! Casino – Speakeasy inside the South Philly casino paying homage to holiday movie classics.
* **Splintered Sunlight, a longtime local tribute band, continues that tradition, bringing the spirit of the Dead to Ardmore Music Hall on Saturday, December 28th. [https://www.tixr.com/groups/ardmoremusichall/events/splintered-sunlight-grateful-dead-tribute-138549](https://www.tixr.com/groups/ardmoremusichall/events/splintered-sunlight-grateful-dead-tribute-138549) the show promises a festival-like atmosphere celebrating the music and legacy of the Grateful Dead.
### HeartsAfire: An Earth, Wind & Fire Experience & More
World Cafe Live welcomes HeartsAfire, a band dedicated to recreating the sound and energy of Earth, Wind & Fire. Earth, Wind & Fire, renowned for their innovative blend of R&B, jazz, funk, and pop, have earned six Grammy Awards and a place in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [https://www.rockhall.com/inductees/earth-wind-fire](https://www.rockhall.com/inductees/earth-wind-fire) But HeartsAfire doesn’t stop there – they also pay tribute to funk icons Rick James, Sly & The Family Stone, and Kool & the Gang, delivering a night of classic grooves and unforgettable music.
Related reading