PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — This weekend, watch an ice sculpture get carved up from start to finish at the annual Fishtown Freeze, buy an unconventional holiday gift at the Mütter Museum, or, get transported into The Land of Sweets with the return of “The Nutcracker.” There are plenty of other fun things to do this weekend in and around Philly.
Fishtown Freeze and Winter Wonderland
EVENT: Fishtown Freeze and Winter Wonderland
DATE/TIME: Saturday, 12 to 10 p.m.
WHERE: Multiple locations around Fishtown
DETAILS: The fourth annual Fishtown Freeze and Winter Wonderland is back with more icy family fun. There will be live ice sculpture carvings, finished carvings on display, musical performances, an ice bonfire and shopping discounts at participating stores in Fishtown.
PRICE: Free to attend
Dr. Mütter’s Merry Emporium
EVENT: Dr. Mütter’s Merry Emporium
DATE/TIME: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WHERE: The Mütter Museum, 19 S. 22nd St., Center City
DETAILS: Experience a Mütter-esque artisan market with 40 vendors for all your holiday shopping needs. There will be jewelry, ceramics, clothing and more. Museum admission is not included with your ticket.
PRICE: $5 with registration
The Nutcracker
EVENT: The Nutcracker
DATE: Select dates Friday through Dec. 28
WHERE: The Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad St., Center City
DETAILS: Philadelphia Ballet returns with the holiday tradition “The Nutcracker.” Be transported into the magical wonderland of The Land of Sweets accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s mesmerizing music.
PRICE: Tickets start at $25
RECURRING
A Philly Pops Christmas
EVENT: A Philly Pops Christmas
DATE: Select dates through Dec. 17
WHERE: Kimmel Cultural Campus, 300 S. Broad St., Center City
DETAILS: Spend one last Christmas with the Philly Pops as they perform a new program with sounds from the Philadelphia Boys Choir, the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Choir, Santa and more.
PRICE: Tickets start at $40
Christmas Village
EVENT: Christmas Village
DATE/TIME: Open daily through Dec. 24
WHERE: LOVE Park, 1 S. 15th St., Center City
DETAILS: Now in its 15th season, the German-style open-air market is back in the heart of the city. Dozens of wooden booths are set up, selling international holiday gifts and traditional European foods.
PRICE: Pay as you go
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
EVENT: Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market
DATE/TIME: Open daily through Jan. 1
WHERE: Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th St., Center City
DETAILS: Shopping doesn’t end with the Christmas Village. Right across the street is the Made in Philadelphia Market which features local artisans selling their unique holiday-inspired gifts.
PRICE: Pay as you go
Blue Cross Riverrink Winterfest
EVENT: Blue Cross Riverrink Winterfest
DATE/TIME: Through March 5, open daily
WHERE: 101 S. Columbus Blvd., Penns Landing
DETAILS: Ice skating is back along the riverfront with staggered 90-minute skate sessions. The Lodge bar is a perfect way to warm up after you skate with seasonal cocktails and local brews.
PRICE: Pay as you go
A Longwood Christmas
EVENT: A Longwood Christmas
DATE/TIME: Through Jan. 8
WHERE: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square
DETAILS: Christmas returns to Longwood Gardens with seasonal floral designs and trees, holiday lights and more. Miniature trains will be set up in the indoor gardens and the Open Air Theatre fountains will be lit up in holiday colors and dance to Christmas music.
PRICE: Included with admission
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