East Passyunk Tree Lighting + Open Streets

East Passyunk Avenue’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony returns on Thursday, December 4th, to be held at a new location, Mifflin Triangle (East Passyunk Avenue and Mifflin Street). This year’s event will be accompanied by a special Holiday Open Streets between Broad and Mifflin Streets along East Passyunk Avenue, offering cozy outdoor seating and plenty of seasonal food & snacks to fuel your holiday craze! The Lighting will run 5:30pm – 7:00pm, with Open Streets running 6:00pm – 9:00pm.

Neighbors, community members, and visitors will enjoy holiday tunes from HOME: The Fanny Coppin Rockin’ Band, speeches from local representatives, and appearances from media personalities, read in both English and Spanish. Santa Claus will lead the crowd in lighting the magnificent 14 ft. tree display at 6pm, donned with ornaments donated and decorated by East Passyunk Avenue businesses! This dazzling display will illuminate the Avenue all season long, bringing festive cheer to one of Philadelphia’s most iconic neighborhoods. Following the lighting, the Holiday Open Streets will begin, offering pop-up holiday shopping, seasonal delights, stocking stuffers, and perfect white elephant gifts for all! Cozy up for a South Philly holiday celebration on East Passyunk Avenue, including pedestrian-only streets and festive holiday cheer!