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Kimmel Center

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts is a large performing arts venue located at 300 South Broad Street at the corner of Spruce Street, along the stretch known as the "Avenue of the Arts", in Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The spacious and acoustically vaunted facility is rarely dark and on any given weekend might present a jazz quartet, French circus, The Philadelphia Orchestra, pops or family events. The 21st century center’s main stages are the elegant Verizon Hall, whose red mahogany 2,500-seat interior is shaped like a cello and features adjustable acoustical panels, and the 650-seat Perelman Theater, with an unusual rotating stage and equipment that enables chamber music, dance and drama.

How to get there

To get here on SEPTA, take the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust Station and the Kimmel Center is steps away. If riding a bus is more your style, Routes 4, 9, 12, 16, 21, 27, 32, 40 & 42 all drop you within a block or two. You can also take the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, or 36 to 15th Street Station. If riding Regional Rail, take any line to Suburban Station and the Kimmel Center is a short walk away.

Fare

There are many ways to get here on SEPTA, there are also many ways to pay. Click here to learn which fare is best for you.

Upcoming Local Happenings

A Philly POPS Christmas: Spectacular Sounds of the Season

Kimmel Center

On select dates from 12/6 thru 12/21, Broadway legend Todd Ellison takes the baton to lead The Philly POPS in a beloved holiday concert featuring Hamilton's Mandy Gonzalez and The Melodica Men. Get here on SEPTA. Hop Routes 4, 12, 27, 32 or the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust.

20191206 00:00 20191222 00:00 America/New_York A Philly POPS Christmas: Spectacular Sounds of the Season On select dates from 12/6 thru 12/21, Broadway legend Todd Ellison takes the baton to lead The Philly POPS in a <a href="https://phillypops.org/christmas" rel="noopener" target="_blank">beloved holiday concert</a> featuring Hamilton's Mandy Gonzalez and The Melodica Men. Get here on SEPTA. Hop Routes 4, 12, 27, 32 or the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust.  300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA Plan Your Trip

Festive Holiday Performances at the Kimmel Center

Kimmel Center

Holiday music lovers can catch five different performances featuring festive tunes at the Kimmel Center this week. A Soulful Christmas features the uplifting voices of 11 regional choirs, churches and organizations (Tuesday); the story of Christmas is told by hundreds of choral performers and a symphonic orchestra during The Joy of Christmas (Friday); and The Philadelphia Orchestra presents a kid-friendly selection of seasonal songs for its annual Christmas Kid’s Spectacular (Saturday). Free concerts include Gospel on the Plaza with Mount Airy Church of God in Christ Choir (Friday) and Tuba Christmas, where more than 100 regional tuba, sousaphone and euphonium players play holiday classics (Sunday). Get there on SEPTA. Hop Routes 4, 12, 27, 32 or the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust.

20191210 00:00 20191216 00:00 America/New_York Festive Holiday Performances at the Kimmel Center Holiday music lovers can catch five different <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/" target="_blank">performances</a> featuring festive tunes at the Kimmel Center this week. <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201920/kcp/a-soulful-christmas-2019/" target="_blank">A Soulful Christmas</a> features the uplifting voices of 11 regional choirs, churches and organizations (Tuesday); the story of Christmas is told by hundreds of choral performers and a symphonic orchestra during <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201920/rentals/the-joy-of-christmas/" target="_blank">The Joy of Christmas</a> (Friday); and The Philadelphia Orchestra presents a kid-friendly selection of seasonal songs for its annual <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201920/philadelphia-orchestra/christmas-kids-spectacular/" target="_blank">Christmas Kid’s Spectacular</a> (Saturday). Free concerts include <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201920/free/gospel-on-the-plaza/" target="_blank">Gospel on the Plaza</a> with Mount Airy Church of God in Christ Choir (Friday) and <a href="https://www.kimmelcenter.org/events-and-tickets/201920/free/tuba-christmas/" target="_blank">Tuba Christmas</a>, where more than 100 regional tuba, sousaphone and euphonium players play holiday classics (Sunday). Get there on SEPTA. Hop Routes 4, 12, 27, 32 or the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust. 300 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA Plan Your Trip

BalletX Fall Series

The Wilma Theater

Dynamic contemporary ballet company BalletX is back with its fall dance showcase, featuring two world premieres by noted choreographers Matthew Neenan and Jo Strømgren. Neenan’s work is a holiday-inspired ballet, while Strømgren’s piece is Space Age-themed and complemented by a video installation. Wednesday’s opening night performance features a pre-show Q&A session with some of the artistic collaborators. Get there on SEPTA. Just hop the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust Station. Bus Routes 27, 32, and 45 will also get you close. Check out this Perk to save on tickets!

20191204 00:00 20191216 00:00 America/New_York BalletX Fall Series Dynamic contemporary ballet company BalletX is back with its fall dance <a href="https://www.balletx.org/seasons/fall-series-2019/" target="_blank">showcase</a>, featuring two world premieres by noted choreographers Matthew Neenan and Jo Strømgren. Neenan’s work is a holiday-inspired ballet, while Strømgren’s piece is Space Age-themed and complemented by a video installation. Wednesday’s opening night performance features a pre-show Q&A session with some of the artistic collaborators. Get there on SEPTA. Just hop the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust Station. Bus Routes 27, 32, and 45 will also get you close. Check out this <a href="http://iseptaphilly.com/perk/114">Perk</a> to save on tickets! The Wilma Theater, South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States Plan Your Trip

Pennsylvania Ballet Presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker

Academy of Music

The Pennsylvania Ballet returns to the grand Academy of Music for an elegant Philadelphia dance tradition from 12/6 thru 12/31. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score pairs with lavish sets and costumes as well as enchanting performances by the dancers, who bring the story of one girl’s whimsical dream to life. Get there on SEPTA. Take Regional Rail to Suburban Station, the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust, the Market-Frankford Line to 15th Street, or Routes 4, 9, 12, 21, 27, 32 or 42.

20191206 00:00 20200101 00:00 America/New_York Pennsylvania Ballet Presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker The Pennsylvania Ballet returns to the grand Academy of Music for an elegant Philadelphia dance <a href="http://paballet.org/programs/nutcracker/" target="_blank">tradition</a> from 12/6 thru 12/31. Tchaikovsky’s iconic score pairs with lavish sets and costumes as well as enchanting performances by the dancers, who bring the story of one girl’s whimsical dream to life. Get there on SEPTA. Take Regional Rail to Suburban Station, the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust, the Market-Frankford Line to 15th Street, or Routes 4, 9, 12, 21, 27, 32 or 42.  240 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA Plan Your Trip

The SpongeBob Musical

Forrest Theatre

See The SpongeBob Musical at the Forrest Theatre 12/3 thru 12/15! Get there on SEPTA. Take the Market-Frankford Line Line to 11th Street Station, the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust Station, any Regional Rail Line to Jefferson Station, or hop Routes 42, 21, or 12.

20191203 00:00 20191216 00:00 America/New_York The SpongeBob Musical See The SpongeBob Musical at the <a href="http://www.forrest-theatre.com/">Forrest Theatre</a> 12/3 thru 12/15! Get there on SEPTA. Take the Market-Frankford Line Line to 11th Street Station, the Broad Street Line to Walnut-Locust Station, any Regional Rail Line to Jefferson Station, or hop Routes 42, 21, or 12. Forrest Theatre, Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, USA Plan Your Trip

Macy’s Christmas Light Show

Macy's Center City

From 11/29 thru 12/31, enjoy images of snowmen, reindeer, snowflakes and more dance across the atrium inside of the historic Wanamaker building (now Macy’s Center City) during the ever-popular Macy’s Christmas Light Show. Set to a seasonal soundtrack and narrated by Julie Andrews, the show — on view since 1956 — runs every two hours during store hours. Between shows, visitors — more than 200,000 each year! — often tour the second floor’s vintage Dickens Village, where more than 100 intricate animated dolls and sets retell A Christmas Carol. Each free walkthrough ends in a chance to meet and get photos with Santa. Take the Market-Frankford Line to 13th, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Regional Rail to Jefferson, Trolley Routes to 13th, or Bus Routes 17, 23, 33, 28, 44, 45, 47, 61, 78, 124, or 125.

20191129 00:00 20200101 00:00 America/New_York Macy’s Christmas Light Show From 11/29 thru 12/31, enjoy images of snowmen, reindeer, snowflakes and more dance across the atrium inside of the historic Wanamaker building (now Macy’s Center City) during the ever-popular <a href="https://wanamakerorgan.com/christmas-light-show/" target="_blank">Macy’s Christmas Light Show</a>. Set to a seasonal soundtrack and narrated by Julie Andrews, the show — on view since 1956 — runs every two hours during store hours. Between shows, visitors — more than 200,000 each year! — often tour the second floor’s vintage <a href="https://www.visitmacysusa.com/article/visit-dickens-village-macys-center-city" target="_blank">Dickens Village</a>, where more than 100 intricate animated dolls and sets retell A Christmas Carol. Each free walkthrough ends in a chance to meet and get photos with Santa. Take the Market-Frankford Line to 13th, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Regional Rail to Jefferson, Trolley Routes to 13th, or Bus Routes 17, 23, 33, 28, 44, 45, 47, 61, 78, 124, or 125. 1300 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Plan Your Trip

Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market

Dilworth Park

The Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market is back 11/23 thru 1/1 at Dilworth Park with more than 40 vendors selling their wares — gifts, food and more — in festive tents topped with Herrnhut Stars. Need a ride? Get there on SEPTA! Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station.

20191123 00:00 20200102 00:00 America/New_York Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market The <a href="https://centercityphila.org/parks/dilworth-park/winter/market" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Made In Philadelphia Holiday Market</a> is back 11/23 thru 1/1 at <a href="https://iseptaphilly.com/destination/dilworthpark?center=39.95263902962235,-75.16467940000001&zoom=17">Dilworth</a><a href="https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/dilworth-park-at-city-hall/" rel="noopener" target="_blank"> Park</a> with more than 40 vendors selling their wares — gifts, food and more — in festive tents topped with Herrnhut Stars. Need a ride? Get there on SEPTA!  Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station. 1 South 15th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States Plan Your Trip

Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink

Dilworth Park

Those looking to ice skate in the heart of Philadelphia can pack up their cold-weather gear and head to the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink at Dilworth Park! Skaters of all levels and ages are invited to cruise around the rink while taking in skyline views just outside of City Hall. This Perk gets you $1 off admission! Afterward, check out the spectacular Dilworth Park Wintergarden or warm up in the Rothman Institute Cabin, offering a variety of eats and the ultimate post-ice-skating treat — hot chocolate. So easy to get here on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station.

20191108 00:00 20200224 00:00 America/New_York Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink Those looking to ice skate in the heart of Philadelphia can pack up their cold-weather gear and head to the <a href="https://centercityphila.org/parks/dilworth-park/winter/rothman-rink" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink</a><a href="http://centercityphila.org/parks/dilworth-park/winter/rothman-rink"> </a><a class="trackingoutbound" href="http://www.ccdparks.org/dilworth-park/rothmanicerink">at Dilworth Park</a>! Skaters of all levels and ages are invited to cruise around the rink while taking in skyline views just outside of City Hall. This <a href="http://www.iseptaphilly.com/perk/143">Perk</a> gets you $1 off admission! Afterward, check out the spectacular Dilworth Park Wintergarden or warm up in the Rothman Institute Cabin, offering a variety of eats and the ultimate post-ice-skating treat — hot chocolate. So easy to get here on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station.   1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 Plan Your Trip

A Very Philly Holiday

One Liberty Observation Deck

A Very Philadelphia Holiday transforms One Liberty Observation Deck to honor one of Philly's biggest holiday traditions: The Mummers Parade. Guided holiday tours of the attraction take place Fridays through Sundays now thru 12/30 at select times and are free with general admission. Get here on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, or Bus Routes 4, 17, 21, 32, 33, 38, 42, 48. Check out this Perk before you go!

20191115 00:00 20191231 00:00 America/New_York A Very Philly Holiday <a href="https://phillyfromthetop.com/packages-and-events/a-very-philadelphia-holiday.html">A Very Philadelphia Holiday</a> transforms One Liberty Observation Deck to honor one of Philly's biggest holiday traditions: The Mummers Parade. Guided holiday tours of the attraction take place Fridays through Sundays now thru 12/30 at select times and are free with general admission. Get here on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, or Bus Routes 4, 17, 21, 32, 33, 38, 42, 48. Check out <a href="http://iseptaphilly.com/perk/124">this Perk</a> before you go! 1650 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States Plan Your Trip

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Christmas Village

LOVE Park

The German-style Christmas Village takes over LOVE Park Thanksgiving Day thru Christmas Eve with vendors offering holiday decor, gifts and more! Open daily beginning at 11am. So easy to get here (and home from here) on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station.

20191128 00:00 20191225 00:00 America/New_York Christmas Village The German-style <a href="http://www.philachristmas.com/">Christmas Village</a> takes over LOVE Park Thanksgiving Day thru Christmas Eve with vendors offering holiday decor, gifts and more! Open daily beginning at 11am. So easy to get here (and home from here) on SEPTA. Hop the Market-Frankford Line or Trolley Routes 10, 11, 13, 34 & 36 to 15th Street, the Broad Street Line to City Hall, Bus Routes 2, 17, 33, 38, 44, 48, 124 or 125 or Regional Rail to Suburban Station. 1500 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States Plan Your Trip

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