Celebrate the Holidays in Northern Liberties

This December, Northern Liberties transforms into a cozy holiday playground filled with twinkling lights, local craft markets, and festive gatherings perfect for families and friends. From our annual Tree Lighting and visits with Santa to market strolls and community celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Explore Northern Liberties and soak up the seasonal cheer right here in our neighborhood.

Northern Liberties Holiday Tree Lighting
December 2, 5.30-6.30pm
Urban Village, 1001 N 2nd St

The family-friendly ceremony and program includes:
– Photo-ops with Santa
– A dance performance from Living Arts Dance Studio
– A musical performance by the Mendelssohn Chorus of Philadelphia
– A Cookie Decoration Station
Amazon Fresh will provide complimentary hot cocoa and other seasonal treats.
Representatives from the North Liberties Neighborhood Association will be there to collect toys and other gifts for Operation Santa. Click here to RSVP!

Northern Liberties Holiday Shopping Stroll & Pop-Up Market
December 13 & 14, 11am-4pm
Various Locations

Your one-stop for the holidays! Find your holiday gifts at our local shops and Pop-Up Market, take photos with Santa and even have your gifts wrapped. Be sure to pick up your Shopping Stroll punch card for a chance to win a gift basket curated by our neighborhood shops. Find more details here. 

Holiday Lights Trolley
Various times, 11.28.25—12.28.25
Urban Village, 1001 N 2nd St.

Celebrate the holidays, Philadelphia style, with a BYOB trolley tour of the City’s most iconic lights. Book your tickets here.