PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — How many more sleeps until Christmas?
The 25th is just within reach, but it also marks the last chance to check out some holiday events, performances and exhibits across the city.
Scuba Santa leaves Adventure Aquarium on Christmas Eve (he obviously has somewhere more important to be). “The Nutcracker” and the Holiday Garden Railway are here through New Year’s. And, the National Museum of American Jewish History is back with its “Being ___ at Christmas” event.
Plus, for the cooking-averse person in your life, we list the restaurants open on Christmas Eve and Day in Philly. You’re welcome.
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OPEN ON CHRISTMAS EVE OR DAY
SLiCE, 1180 S. 10th St., South Philadelphia; 431 E. Girard Ave., Fishtown
HOURS: 10 a.m. to midnight on Christmas Eve
MENU: SLiCE’s annual pizza of seven fishes returns, complete with tuna, sardines, shrimp and more. There will also be a special seafood Caesar salad to go with your pizza.
The Olde Bar, 125 Walnut St., Old City
HOURS: Noon to 11 p.m. on Christmas Eve
MENU: Get a seven-course Feast of Seven Fishes dinner, complete with shrimp, clams, striped bass and more.
Bridget Foy’s, 200 South St., Headhouse Square
HOURS: 3 to 8 p.m. on Christmas Day
MENU: Enjoy traditional egg nog, salmon, prime rib and more on Christmas Day at Bridget Foy’s. There will also be hush puppies, mussels and yule logs.
Dim Sum House, 1930 Chestnut St., Center City; 3939 Chestnut St., West Philadelphia
HOURS: 12 to 9 p.m. on both days
MENU: Order in advance for a variety of winter feast holiday packages that include lobster, dim sum, Peking duck and more. Dim Sum House will also be open for takeout and dine-in on Christmas Eve and Day.
Steak 48, 260 S. Broad St., Center City
HOURS: 4 to 9:30 p.m. on both days
MENU: Enjoy an a la carte menu of prime steaks, raw bar and seafood options.
The Wayward, 1170 Ludlow St., Center City
HOURS: 5 to 9 p.m. on Christmas Eve; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Christmas Day
MENU: Dine-in for a prix fixe three-course meal, featuring butternut squash soup, branzino and more. There is also a special Christmas Day brunch.
EVENT: Being ___ at Christmas 2021
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online
DETAILS: Join the National Museum of American Jewish History for a virtual event that starts with a Tot Shabbat and ends with West African music and Jewish prayers. There will be arts and crafts and plenty of storytelling.
PRICE: Free with suggested $18 donation
EVENT: Christmas Village and Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
DATE: Through Friday and Jan. 1
WHERE: LOVE Park and City Hall, Center City
DETAILS: Whether you’re looking for a last-minute gift for that special someone or just want to check out some German-style beers, this Christmas market has a little something for everyone. There are also plenty of activities for kids, including a train and carousel.
EVENT: Christmas Underwater
DATE: Through Friday
WHERE: Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Dr., Camden, New Jersey
DETAILS: Scuba Santa is back in the ocean realm to spread some cheer for all to hear. Come see the world’s tallest underwater Christmas tree and other underwater holiday light displays.
PRICE: Included with admission
EVENT: Kwanzaa with The African American Museum in Philadelphia
DATE/TIME: Sunday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Franklin Square, 200 N. Sixth St., Center City
DETAILS: Join The African American Museum in Philadelphia and Franklin Square to uplift and celebrate the first day of Kwanzaa. There will be teaching artists and music from percussionist group Sistas Laying Down Hands.
PRICE: Free with registration
EVENT: The Nutcracker
DATE: Select dates through Dec. 31
WHERE: Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St., Center City
DETAILS: George Balanchine’s holiday classic “The Nutcracker” returns to Philadelphia. The timeless ballet full of holiday tunes celebrates the season and takes viewers on a fantastical adventure.
PRICE: Regular tickets start at $25
EVENT: Holiday Garden Railway Nights
DATE: Select dates through Jan. 2
WHERE: Morris Arboretum, 100 E. Northwestern Ave., Chestnut Hill
DETAILS: The evening is the peak viewing time for the annual Holiday Garden Railway at the arboretum. View Philadelphia-area landmarks that are made completely out of natural materials. There are also opportunities to view the trains during the day if you cannot make the evening times.
PRICE: $20 for adults, $10 for kids
EVENT: Luminature
DATE: Through Jan. 9
WHERE: Philadelphia Zoo, 3400 W. Girard Ave., West Philadelphia
DETAILS: Who said the zoo doesn’t come alive at night? This year’s Luminature is bigger than ever. There will be 14 different illuminated zones with more than 1 million lights in total.
PRICE: $25 for adults, $20 for kids
EVENT: A Longwood Christmas
DATE: Through Jan. 9
WHERE: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square
DETAILS: See “fire, ice and everything nice” showcased at Longwood Gardens, complete with poinsettias, a “frozen” fountain and nearly 20,000 twinkling lights.
PRICE: Included with admission
EVENT: Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm
DATE: Select dates through Jan. 30
WHERE: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
DETAILS: Gaze upon the more than 3 million lights illuminating whimsical displays at Shady Brook Farm with this drive-thru experience. You can use your own car to drive through and, weather permitting, there will also be wagon rides through the light show.
PRICE: Tickets start at $40 per vehicle