Whitman Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Whitman and surrounding areas
Whitman transforms for the holiday season with warm neighborhood gatherings near the town center and historic Whitall House, where Candlelight Tours and local seasonal markets invite visitors to stroll beneath soft Christmas lights. Shops and parks host family activities and holiday entertainment. Explore Christmas markets, Christmas lights, and Santa visits along with festive events and winter gatherings that create lasting seasonal memories for residents and guests.
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Christmas Lights
26 eventsBYOB trolley tour of Philadelphia's holiday lights
Christmas Markets
19 eventsVictorian London street festival with costumed characters.
Christmas Shows
15 eventsAcclaimed holiday musical with dinner included
Christmas Parties
5 eventsDiverse New Year's Eve celebrations across New Jersey
Other Christmas Activities
34 eventsOutdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
(Philadelphia)
Outdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Yuletide at Winterthur
(Wilmington)
Literary-themed holiday decor in a historic mansion.
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LumiNature Holiday Light Show
(Philadelphia)
Wildlife-themed light displays and interactive installations.
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Peddler's Village Grand Illumination Celebration
(New Hope)
Annual Grand Illumination Ceremony with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
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BYOB Holiday Lights Trolley Tour Philadelphia
(Philadelphia)
BYOB trolley tour of Philadelphia's holiday lights
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Narberth Dickens Festival
(Narberth)
Victorian London street festival with costumed characters.
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Whitman’s biggest holiday events typically include neighborhood light displays, local craft fairs, and community tree-lighting ceremonies. For larger-scale festivities, residents often visit nearby towns that host parades, markets, and light shows.
Whitman is known for its close-knit neighborhood light displays and homegrown craft fairs, where locals share handmade goods and festive treats. Many families also enjoy caroling walks and visiting decorated homes throughout the season.
Residential areas throughout Whitman participate in holiday decorating, but some streets are especially popular for their coordinated displays and creative themes. Ask locals or check community boards for the most talked-about spots each year.
Local makers and artisans often sell their goods at neighborhood craft fairs, school bazaars, and church markets in Whitman. For a wider selection, nearby towns host larger holiday markets with more vendors and activities.
Walking or driving through Whitman’s decorated neighborhoods is a popular, free way to enjoy the season. Local markets and community events often offer low-cost or donation-based entry, and many towns nearby have free light displays and holiday performances.
Families will enjoy neighborhood light walks, visits with Santa at local markets, and kid-friendly craft activities. Nearby towns also offer drive-through light shows, holiday parades, and interactive workshops that are fun for all ages.