🎄 Experience the Magic of Holidays on the Hill! 🎄

Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit in Chestnut Hill, one of Philadelphia’s most historic and charming villages!

  • Festive Entertainment: Enjoy the sounds of a brass quartet, live carolers strolling the Avenue, and an outdoor model train display at Morris Arboretum.
  • Late-Night Shopping: Shop local treasures on Wednesdays with extended store hours and holiday specials.
  • Meet Santa: Snap a photo with our beloved Santa and create lasting memories!
  • Seasonal Treats: Savor complimentary refreshments at many local businesses while you explore.

From Small Business Saturday to the legendary Stag & Doe Nights every Wednesday between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Chestnut Hill offers holiday traditions that bring the past and present together.

Come experience the magic and make memories to cherish!

2024 Festival Attractions Include:

🎅November 23, 5:30 PM – 7 PM – Circle of Trees for a family favorite to start the Holiday season🎅

  • Santa’s Arrival: Watch Santa arrive on a firetruck to hear children’s wishes.
  • Woodmere’s Straw Maze: Explore the maze while waiting for Santa to light up the holiday display.
  • Live Entertainment: Enjoy festive tunes from the Philadelphia Mummers as we officially kick off Holidays on the Hill.
  • Parking: Free parking is available at Woodmere’s lot and the nearby Sugarloaf Campus lots.

Bring the whole family and start the holiday season with fun and festive cheer!

🛍️November 30, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Shop Small Business Saturday in Chestnuthill 🛍️

Support local businesses while enjoying the charm of our walkable urban village. With our motto, “Keep it on the Hill,” we’re proud to make shopping small a way of life. Check out our shops here: https://chestnuthillpa.com/business/

  • Find Unique Gifts: Explore independent boutiques and specialty shops to check off your holiday list.
  • Festive Atmosphere: Enjoy carolers in Victorian dress and visits from Santa Claus roaming the Avenue from 12–3 PM.

Experience the most magical and nostalgic shopping in the Philadelphia region this season!

🎄December 4, 11, & 18, 6 PM – 9 PM – Stag & Doe Nights 🎄

Join us every Wednesday from Thanksgiving to Christmas for this cherished holiday tradition:

  • Extended Store Hours & Specials: Shop late and enjoy exclusive holiday deals.
  • Festive Entertainment: A brass quartet fills the air with music from 6:30–8:30 PM.
  • Meet Santa: Spot Santa strolling the Avenue and greeting families from 6:30–8:30 PM.
  • Seasonal Treats: Many stores offer complimentary refreshments to make your evening even more delightful.

Experience the magic of Stag & Doe Nights and make your holidays memorable!

🎉December 6, 5 PM – 8 PM – Arts & Eats: First Friday in Chestnut Hill – Holiday Edition🎉

  • Extended Store Hours & Specials: Shop late and enjoy exclusive deals.
  • Live Music: A brass quartet fills the streets with festive tunes from 6:00–8:00 PM.
  • Santa Sightings: Spot Santa strolling the Avenue and greeting families from 6:00–8:00 PM.
  • Complimentary Refreshments: Enjoy seasonal treats at many local shops.

Don’t miss this magical evening in Chestnut Hill!

🖼️Woodmere Art Museum🖼️

Celebrate Philadelphia’s art and artists this holiday season with Woodmere’s Museum Store, offering:

  • Locally-Made Treasures: Shop one-of-a-kind gifts created by talented local artists.
  • Convenient Shopping Options: Visit in person or shop online for everyone on your list.

 Store Hours:

  • November 23 – December 31 (Closed Tuesdays)
  • Wednesday – Friday: 10 AM – 5 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM

Find the perfect, meaningful gifts while supporting local art and craftsmanship!

🚂Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum 🚂

Don’t miss the beloved Holiday Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum, returning Thanksgiving weekend!

  • What to Expect: A dazzling quarter-mile train display with 15 intricate rails, miniature towns, train cars, and figurines, all crafted from natural materials.
  • Dates & Times:
    • November 23 – December 30
    • Daily: 10 AM – 4 PM
    • Nightly Tours: Available on select weekend evenings.

Visit Morris Arboretum (100 E. Northwestern Avenue) for a magical holiday experience the whole family will enjoy!

Visit Morris Arboretum for more information.

🛍️Convenient Holiday Shopping Hours🛍️

Find unique gifts and enjoy holiday specials with extended store hours:

  • Wednesdays – Saturdays: Most shops stay open until 7:00 PM or later during the holiday season.

Explore our charming boutiques and restaurants to make your shopping trip unforgettable. Plan your visit at chestnuthillpa.com/business.

Make the most of your holiday shopping in Chestnut Hill!

🎁The Perfect Gift: Chestnut Hill Gift Certificates🎁

When time is short, give a gift that offers endless options!

  • Redeemable Everywhere: Use at almost all of Chestnut Hill’s shops and restaurants (excludes J.McLaughlin, Staples and CVS).
  • Convenient Purchase Options:
    • In-Person: Visit us at 10 E. Springfield Avenue. Monday to Saturday, 9 AM – 5 PM
    • Email or call: inquiry@chestnuthillpa.com or 215-247-6696 ( Pick up at 10 E. Springfield Ave)

🚗 Free Parking This Holiday Season! 🚗

Shop stress-free in Chestnut Hill with our Free Parking Promotion:

  • When: Every Wednesday from November 29 through Christmas
  • Where: Free parking all day and night in six public lots courtesy of the Chestnut Hill Parking Foundation.

Enjoy the holidays with hassle-free parking while you shop, dine, and explore!

Please email any questions to inquiry@chestnuthillpa.com