Seasonal & Holidays

Manayunk Tree Lighting Moved To Thursday, Nov 29

Due to inclement weather over the weekend, the tree lighting in Canal View Park is now set for Thursday, Nov. 29.

MANAYUNK, PHILADELPHIA – Weather forced organizers to postpone the tree lighting in Manayunk's Canal View Park on Saturday, Nov. 24.

And now the event is being held this week, complete with performances, hot chocolate, and of course Santa.

The tree will be lit at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29.

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Attendees will be able to enjoy hot chocolate, have a sing-a-long with Santa Claus, and see performances by Merge Dance Studio, and the Delaware Valley Opera Company.

Special guests Councilman Curtis Jones and State Rep. Pam Delissio will help light the tree at 6 p.m.

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After the tree is lit, attendees are invited to stick around for shopping and dining as we celebrate Sweets and Spirits Night, for which local businesses will have baked goods, cocktails, and more inside their stores.

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