Name: Holidays In Manayunk
Start: 2026-11-19T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-12-31T23:59:00-05:00

There is no better place to celebrate the holidays than Main Street in Manayunk! With more than 50 small locally-owned businesses, you’ll surely find something for everyone on your list. While shopping and dining around town, get in the holiday spirit by joining us at one of our many holiday events and take a tour of our wonderful holiday light displays on FREE Jolly Trolley rides Fridays and Saturdays throughout the season. See below for details!

Tree Lighting Manayunk | November 19 | Manayunk lights up for the holidays on November 19, 2026 with the annual tree-lighting ceremony at Canal View Park (4418 Main Street) at 5:30 PM where there will be special guests and live performances.
Manayunk Gets Lit | November 19 - December 31 | Every year, Manayunk Main Street gets LIT with local businesses decorating their storefronts for a chance to get first place in the annual decorating competition!
Small Business Saturday | November 28 | Shop small and shop local at over 50 small businesses to find something for everyone on your list as the neighborhood kicks off the holidays season with Small Business Saturday
The Jolly Trolley | December 4 - 19 | Bring the family to Main Street all season long for Get Lit weekends which will feature food and drink deals, shopping specials, festive live entertainment, and the FREE Manayunk Jolly Trolley operating from 5 – 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays in December. The Jolly Trolley will run up and down Main Street making several stops at your favorite businesses! Plus, it’s the best way to take in all the twinkling Get Lit lights.
Santa Merry Meet N' Greets | December 4, 5, 18, & 19 | Get into the holiday spirit with a festive visit from Santa in Manayunk! Kids and families are invited to stop by for a special meet-and-greet with Santa and capture a memorable holiday photo. Santa will be at 106 Grape St. on December 4th, 5th, 18th, and 19th. Join us Fridays from 5 – 7 PM and Saturdays from 2 – 5 PM for some holiday fun!
Manayunk Hanukkah Candle Lighting | December 10 | Manayunk shines bright for the Festival of Lights. On Thursday, December 10th join in for a magical Hanukkah candle lighting in Canal View Park with Mt. Airy Chabad. Candles, delicious latkes, and so much more.
Manayunk Santa Paws | December 11 & 12 | Santa Paws is coming to town! Stop by Friday, December 11th from 5 – 7 PM or Saturday, December 12th from 2 – 5 PM for a festive meet-and-greet with Santa. Bring your holiday wish list, your best smile, and get ready to capture a special holiday photo! Bring your furry friends for a festive photo with our Santa Paws character.
Rudolph Run | December 12 | The 12th Annual Rudolph Run is a 3 mile run along the Manayunk canal path. To help spread some holiday cheer to those in need we’ll be collecting canned goods and other necessities for our friends at North Light Community Center as donations/entry fee. Holiday attire is encouraged!
Operation Santa Claus | Details To Be Announced | Operation Santa Claus is back – a collaborative program that will support local families in need this holiday season. In partnership with North Light Community Center, the Manayunk Development Corporation is helping local families in need this holiday season.