| Philadelphia’s premier wintertime destination is returning for the season and will be open 7 days a week. Purchase rink tickets online for 90-minute, timed sessions. In-person sales will be offered on-site, based on availability. Admission is $7 for children 10 and younger, and $10 for adults. Skate rental is $10 per person, and discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. |
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| Skip the cooking this Thanksgiving and indulge in your favorite holiday dishes in Atlantic City. From elegant resort dining to multi-course menus, celebrate the season with warmth, hospitality and plenty of reasons to give thanks. |
Baltimore, MD – Christmas Village in Baltimore presented by Chase returns to Inner Harbor to celebrate its 12th season with new surprises, a record number of vendors and the largest footprint ever. Charm City’s beloved holiday tradition is back to transform Inner Harbor’s West Shore Park (501 Light Street) into a traditional, authentic indoor and outdoor German Christmas Market from Thanksgiving Day (November 27) to Christmas Eve (December 24), with previews on November 22 and 23, 2025. This year, the Village expands to Bicentennial Plaza, connecting directly to the Baltimore Visitor Center, with even more booths and a brand-new dining area. Inside the Visitor Center, guests can welcome back Santa after several years, and get ready for the Festival of Trees fundraiser organized by Christmas Village in Baltimore and benefitting the Kennedy Krieger Institute.
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| Dilworth Park’s treasured winter attractions are returning for the season. The Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink and Cabin, the Wintergarden, and the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will open on Friday, November 14. Get ready to create memorable winter moments with family and friends in Center City. |
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Bucks250PA was awarded a $5,000 grant from America250PA’s second Semiquincentennial Grant Round for their project, the Revolutionary War Trail.
The Revolutionary War Trail is an exciting, developing project set to bring Bucks County’s pivotal role in the American Revolution to life.
It will feature both digital and printed maps to guide visitors to significant historic sites. Visitors will be able to easily navigate to must-see sites, but the trail isn’t just about battles— it’s dedicated to telling a fuller story of the era, including the experiences of Indigenous Nations and Black Americans.
Go deeper: Read more about America250PA’s Semiquincentennial Grant recipient opportunities.
Philly has always been the place for cutting-edge ideas and innovative thought leadership, but did you know that it’s also home to the first hot air balloon ride in America? From big ideas that have shaped our country, like the first Continental Congress, to inventions that make our daily lives easier, like the first matchbook, 52 Weeks of Firsts looks to celebrate all the accomplishments and firsts that happened right here in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Historic District Partners are launching “Saturday First-ivals” starting on January 3, 2026 to celebrate the city’s historical firsts. These First-ivals will take place weekly until December 26, 2026 in more than a dozen neighborhoods and feature live performances, pop-up experiences, family fun, and authentic Philly flavor.
Go deeper: For more information on the schedule and firsts that are going to be celebrated, click here.
Philly has always been the place for cutting-edge ideas and innovative thought leadership, but did you know that it’s also home to the first hot air balloon ride in America? From big ideas that have shaped our country, like the first Continental Congress, to inventions that make our daily lives easier, like the first matchbook, 52 Weeks of Firsts looks to celebrate all the accomplishments and firsts that happened right here in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Historic District Partners are launching “Saturday First-ivals” starting on January 3, 2026 to celebrate the city’s historical firsts. These First-ivals will take place weekly until December 26, 2026 in more than a dozen neighborhoods and feature live performances, pop-up experiences, family fun, and authentic Philly flavor.
Go deeper: For more information on the schedule and firsts that are going to be celebrated, click here.
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) today announced details of the 14th annual TD James Moody Festival, taking place November 8-23, 2025. Co-curated by NJPAC’s Jazz Advisor Christian McBride, this year’s festival, which draws thousands of fans to the city of Newark, aims to showcase jazz as a powerful cultural force for social justice. From groundbreaking jazz masters Arturo Sandoval and Stanely Clarke to the censored “Poet of Havana” singer-songwriter Carlos Varela and hip-hop stars Chuck D, Rakim and Slick Rick baring their souls in the annual Represent! show, this year’s Festival is rooted in jazz’s intertwined history with activism. Presented at various accessible locations throughout Newark, the citywide Festival offers a diverse program of several acts fusing jazz with poetry, spoken word, dance, blues, pop, African-Caribbean music, and more — making it a destination for all arts lovers. New for this year, eligible TD Bank cardholders will receive special perks at the TD James Moody Jazz Festival. Review more information and the full list of benefits here.
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Delaware offers many opportunities for overnight stays in the great outdoors — including sleeping under the stars in tents or yurts, traveling with a recreational vehicle, discovering a cozy cabin in the woods or even visiting the beach in the off-season in a cottage or waterfront house.
Camping is available year-round in Delaware State Parks, and fall is a popular time to visit its five campground parks — Cape Henlopen, Delaware Seashore, Killens Pond, Lums Pond and Trap Pond — and the unique and diverse programs, events or activities offered at each site. The parks system also has cottages and houses for rent along the coast for special occasions. All told, the state park system offers more than 900 sites from which to choose.
“Camping in our state parks is a great way to create lasting memories and new traditions,” said Matthew Ritter, Director of DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation. “There is something about a campfire that seems to quiet the world around us and allow people to reconnect with each other.”
Read more: Enjoy Camping in Delaware State ParksTent or Yurt
Get back to the basics with a tent or yurt in the woods or at the beach and immerse yourself in nature. The five campground parks as well as Brandywine Creek, Holts Landing and White Clay Creek State Parks, have areas that can be reserved for groups, including Girl or Boy Scouts or other other organizations.
Campsites are available at many parks for people with mobility challenges, designed with accessible pathways, restrooms and parking, to ensure a comfortable outdoor experience for all.
Recreational Vehicles
Delaware State Parks offers RV camping at five locations, including Killens Pond, Lums Pond, Trap Pond, Cape Henlopen and the Delaware Seashore State Parks. The sites have all the comforts of home in picture-perfect surroundings.
Cabins
Three of the campgrounds feature cabins, including Cape Henlopen, Killens Pond and Trap Pond, and can sleep 4-6 people depending on the location. Lums Pond will add a new 14-cabin complex, with two and three bedrooms, with two cabins expected to open in 2026 and the remaining 12 in 2027, adding even more options for people looking to spend the night in the great outdoors in the First State.
Cottages and Rental Houses
The Delaware parks system also has three waterfront locations for lodging along the coast, including 12 cottages at the Indian River Inlet that sleep six; Assawoman Canal house in Ocean View that sleeps 7 and the Oceanfront House off Coastal Highway at the northern boundary of Delaware Seashore State Park that sleeps six.
Leashed pets are welcome at campgrounds but must be attended at all times, and there are designated cabins and cottages for animals so check reservation details at the time of booking.
For more information on camping at Delaware State Parks, visit the destateparks.com/overnight-accommodations/ website.
