Christmas Village Philadelphia 2026: Dates, Hours & Closed Days
Christmas Village in Philadelphia returns to LOVE Park and City Hall from Saturday, November 21 through Sunday, December 27, 2026. Admission is free, and the open-air German-style market brings back its carousel, Ferris wheel and 30-foot Christmas Pyramid. Here's everything you need to plan a visit with friends or a date.
Quick Facts
- Event: Christmas Village in Philadelphia
- Dates: November 21 – December 27, 2026
- Where: LOVE Park, 1500 Arch Street, and City Hall, Center City Philadelphia
- Hours: Sun–Thu 12 PM–8 PM, Fri–Sat 12 PM–9 PM
- Admission: free (food, shopping and rides are pay-as-you-go)
- Closed: November 23–25 and Christmas Day
Hours, Holiday Hours and Closed Days
On regular days the market opens at noon and closes at 8 PM Sunday through Thursday, and at 9 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Thanksgiving Day (November 26) has special hours of 9 AM to 5 PM, and Christmas Eve runs from 12 PM to 5 PM.
The one thing to double-check is the first week: the official site lists the market as closed November 23–25, right after opening weekend, and it's also closed on Christmas Day. If you're planning a Thanksgiving-week meetup, aim for opening weekend or Thanksgiving Day itself.
What to See: Pyramid, Carousel and Ferris Wheel
The centerpiece is the 30-foot Christmas Pyramid with 3,000 lights, an illuminated wooden pyramid that debuted in 2025. It's back again this year alongside a double-decker carousel, a kids' train and a Ferris wheel with elevated views of Center City.
Photo tip: visit right around sunset. You'll catch the pyramid lights against a still-blue sky, which looks far better in photos than a pitch-black background, and the Ferris wheel lines tend to be easier before the evening rush.
Shopping and Food
International vendor booths sell handmade gifts and crafts, and food stalls offer waffles, gingerbread and bratwurst. The full 2026 vendor list and layout are expected later in November, ahead of opening weekend.
If you're bringing a dog, the market is dog-friendly, though pets aren't allowed inside the Käthe Wohlfahrt vending area. Bring gloves too, since everything is outdoors and evenings in late November get cold fast.
Turn the Night Into a Photo Strip
Phone photos at the market are great, but a 4-shot photo strip is the kind of keepsake you actually look back at. Grab a table at a nearby cafe afterward, prop your iPhone up, and use [Shoot solo] in Hanaduul with the timer so you both have your hands free for poses.
Have a friend who couldn't make it to Philly? Start [Shoot together] on your phone to get a 6-digit room code, then send it to your friend so they can enter it under [Join with room code] on theirs. You each use your own phone, talk while you pose, and end up side by side on the same background in one strip that lands in both of your [Together] albums. For the background, try [My BGs] with a prompt like "German holiday market at dusk, warm string lights, golden and red tones." Hanaduul is iPhone-only for now.
- Shot 1: both looking at the camera, big smiles
- Shot 2: lean in close, cheeks almost touching
- Shot 3: one of you pretends to be freezing
- Shot 4: make a heart together with your hands
FAQ
Is Christmas Village in Philadelphia free?
Yes. Admission to the whole event area is free. Food, drinks, shopping and rides are pay-as-you-go.
When is Christmas Village Philadelphia closed in 2026?
The official site lists it as closed November 23–25 and on Christmas Day, December 25.
What are the Thanksgiving hours?
On Thanksgiving Day, November 26, it's open from 9 AM to 5 PM.