Blue Cross RiverRink Waterfront Winterfest
Through January 5
201 S. Columbus Boulevard
11 a.m - 1 a.m. 

Come experience the Blue Cross RiverRink as never before! In celebration of its 20th anniversary, the RiverRink has been transformed into a magical winter wonderland. In addition to the Olympic-sized skating rink, Winterfest will include a pop-up holiday village, a warming tent built from recyclable materials, fire pits, a garden of pine trees and a restaurant featuring innovative twists on holiday favorites created by acclaimed chef George Sabatino. 

Enjoying Bright Lights, Big Santa and an immersive 3-D light show every hour from 5 - 11 p.m. nightly. When you're done skating, enjoy some holiday shopping at the Art Star Craft Baazar or warm up in the Winter Beer Garden.
Click here to purchase tickets!

Official City Christmas Tree Lighting 
Wednesday, December 4
City Hall
5 p.m.
Free

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas… or it will once the trees are lit. Join Mayor Nutter and his wife for the official ceremony, then visit the Christmas Village in Love Park. Enjoy holiday treats, music and holiday shopping at the unique wooden booths.

#Whyilovephilly Party
Friday, December 6
6 p.m.
62 N. 2nd Street
Free

If you love this city, then the #whyilovephillyparty is for you! Philly Loves Notes, the Arden Theater Company, Drink Philly, Philebrity and Flying Kite have united to make this night bigger (and more full of love) than ever. Enjoy food, booze, music, performances at Arden Theater's newest space, the Hamilton Family Arts Center. 

Uber, one of the sponsors, is offering all new users a FREE ride up to $20 for the event. Click here for more information on this fantastic deal. 

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