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Follow on Google News | Christmas Village in Philadelphia presented by NRG announces it will return to PhiladelphiaBy: German American Marketing, Inc. For the fourth straight year, Christmas Village in Philadelphia is presented by NRG. Now in its ninth season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia has grown into one of the region's most unique and charming holiday attractions. After breaking the attendance records with 700,000 visitors last year, organizers expect to attract more than 780,000 people in 2016. Christmas Village has in the past found a home in LOVE Park, but due to construction, will make the exciting change to Philadelphia's City Hall Courtyard and Northern Apron for the new year. Eighty international and local merchants and artists are busy preparing high-quality and lovingly crafted gifts that will be sold in decorated tents and wooden houses that will pop-up throughout Center City's famous City Hall. Once again, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will be accompanied by the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market, which presents local arts and craft vendors from the greater Philadelphian area. With ornaments, toys, apparel, jewelry, decorations, home goods, artwork and more, there will be something for everyone on Santa's list. Just follow the smell of gingerbread and waffles to a full menu of European food, sweets and drinks, including mouthwatering German bratwurst or schnitzel served on a roll (Brötchen). Look for special menu additions, including Döner Kebab (a German specialty featuring fresh meat shaved right off the rotisserie spit, placed in a warm pita pocket with tomato, onion, and our delicious homemade sauce) and try a warm mug of traditional German Glühwein (spiced mulled wine) or rich hot chocolate. On top of the great shopping and dining experiences, visitors will enjoy a Wish Wall in conjunction with the Make-a-Wish Foundation, kid attractions on weekends, a photo spot at Santa's House, themed days and weekends, tasting tours with Chaddsford Winery, live music during evenings and weekends on the events' main stage and other new surprises to be announced. New and returning holiday surprises for the 2016 season will include: · This year, Christmas Village stops at a new location since LOVE Park is under construction. Philadelphia's historical City Hall, with its courtyard and northern apron, will be transformed into a festive Christmas wonderland · Preview weekend brings back the possibility to experience the market even before Thanksgiving · The kid entertainment program will include an improved kids corner as well as further entertainment for the little ones · The vendor list will include crowds' favorite vendors from the past, such as Käthe Wohlfahrt and Herrnhuter Stars, as well as new exciting German vendors like Steiff (stuffed animals). All these vendors will make the 2016 version of Christmas Village the one with the broadest gift variety ever · The 2016 version of the events collectors mug, in which hot chocolate and Gluehwein are served to Young and Old, will feature a new visual. Stay stuned until the new design will be released · Since Christmas is a feast for the whole family, Christmas Village in Philadelphia becomes more dog-friendly. Bring your dog to City Hall and take dog photos with Santa or relax at the dog fuel station with great treats from our dog vendor Kylies Canine Treats · Official opening day will move to a Sunday this year (Sunday, November 27, 2016). The Christkind has a few new surprises to coincide with our new home at Philadelphia's City Hall · Join us on Wednesdays for our HoHo Happy Hour with special deals on food and drinks from Chaddsford Winery and German Grill. Enjoy Christmas Village in Philadelphia after work to beat the weekend crowds. On the first Wednesdays in December (12/7/16) we will kick-off the new program with a special Irish Day, presented by Tir Na Nog. · Special offers on food and drinks for all students on Tuesday will bring life into the monotony of the everyday school life After its preview weekend, Christmas Village will open Thanksgiving Day after Philadelphia's annual Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday, November 24, 2016. Official opening day is set for Sunday, November 27, 2016. Invite your family to meet the original Christkind from Nuremberg after she officially opens the market by reciting her traditional prologue. Take photos with her as she does her traditional walk through the market. In Germany, she is the person that brings the Christmas gifts to the kids, and she won't be coming to Philadelphia empty handed! The remaining weekends will bring back crowd pulling events such as the German American Weekend, a Charity Weekend and more. Check the schedule of events for more information. Follow @philachristmas on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat or visit www.philachristmas.com for more information. Dates: Preview Weekend: Nov 19th and 20th First Day: Nov 24th Opening Event: Nov 27th Last Day: Dec 24th Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00am – 7:00pm Friday – Saturday: 11:00am – 8:00pm Thanksgiving Day: 9:00am – 5:00pm Black Friday: 9:00am – 8:00pm Christmas Eve: 11:00am to 5:00pm Location: 1400 JFK Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19107 End
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