Pierre’s Weekend Calendar December 14-16
Shows On Sale
On Sale Now
MMRBQ 2019: Shinedown, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, The Struts, Evanescence GA: Fozzy, Bad Wolves, The Glorious Sons, Jaxon’s Local Shots Artist Siravo 5/18 @ BB&T Pavilion
Shows This Weekend
Friday
Ween @ The Met Philadelphia
Reverend Horton Heat @ Underground Arts
The Dukes of Destiny @ World Café Live
Cavetown @ The Foundry
Saturday and Sunday
Pentatonix @ The Met Philadelphia
Saturday
Jewel @ Tower Theater
The Starting Line, State Champs @ Electric Factory
Vienna Boys Choir @ Keswick Theatre
Curls @ MilkBoy
Wild Child @ Union Transfer
Sunday
The Bouncing Souls, Worriers, The World/Inferno Friendship Society, @ The Queen
Full Bush, Fuzzqueen @ Kung Fu Necktie
What’s going on at MMR?
Saturday
Join the MMaRmy at the Wings Home Opener at the Wells Fargo Center from 11am to 1pm.
Hang with Steve and Casey from 3pm-5pm at the Godshalls Food Truck Challenge at the Headhouse Square on South 2nd Street, as they will be around Philly’s best food trucks. There will be free samples, free cocoa, games, kids crafts, a DJ, and souvenir ornaments. This is a calendar raid so calendar girls Ariel and Alaina will be there as well.
Sunday
Join Nick at PJ Whelehans in Cherry Hill from 7pm-9pm.
What’s Going on in the Movies?
New This Week:
The Mule ( R ) Clint Eastwood, Bradley Cooper
Vox Lux ( R ) Natalie Portman, Jude Law
Mary Queen of Scots ( R ) Margot Robbie, Saoirse Ronan
Still in Theaters:
Creed II (PG-13) Michael B Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren
Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch 2018 (PG) Benedict Cumberbatch
Bohemian Rhapsody (PG-13) Rami Malek
Ben Hardy, Joseph Mazzello, Gwilym Lee
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (PG) Keira Knightley, Mackenzie Foy, Eugenio Derbez,
Happening Around Town:
Through December 22
Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway at the University of Penn in Chestnut Hill. Their ”Friday Night Lights” display was so popular they have now added Saturdays to the schedule and changed the name. “Holiday Garden Railway Nights” tickets are now on sale for Fridays and Saturdays 4:30p-7:30p .The train display is brightly lit, and involves fast moving trains above and below you! You can view the trains during the day (10a-4p) 100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118. morrisarboretum.org
Through December 22
A Philly POPS Christmas: Spectacular Sounds of the Season Verizon Hall. Philadelphia’s incredible holiday tradition is back! Broadway legend Todd Ellison takes the baton for an all-new repertoire of your favorite holiday classics. Fresh from his Tony-nominated An American in Paris stint, Ellison brings his trademark sophistication and style to the POPS. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Tickets available at phillypops.org.
Through December 30
West Chester Railroad. They have 2 great options for you to take your kids on a traditional Christmas railway adventure. Santa’s Express is a 90-minute journey on a heated decorated train that takes you through the beautiful Chester Creek Valley. Each child will get the chance to see Santa twice: once on the train, and later at the Glen Mills Station kids can sit on Santa’s lap for a picture! You’ll have about 30 minutes to explore and take photos at the historic Glen Mills station. While on board Santa and his helpers keep the kids entertained throughout the train ride with lots of Christmas music sing-a-longs! Santa’s Express runs on Saturday and Sundays through December. Tickets are $25 for adults, $18 for children. westchesterrr.com
Through January 1
Experience our most festive seasonal event of the year, Hersheypark Christmas Candylane! Join us for more than 4 million lights, your favorite rides and coasters, a visit with Santa, and so much more! Don’t miss our sweet holiday celebration! Buy your Christmas Candylane tickets today. Holiday Rides & Coasters
Oh what fun it is to ride! Enjoy holiday thrills on more than 45 of your favorite rides and coasters. Hersheypark.com for more info.
Through January 2nd.
The Holiday Trees Exhibit at the Bucks County Visitor Center is a display of Christmas trees that’s free to attend. What makes this exhibit so special is the designer and decorator. Coleen Christian Burke is a Bucks County native who led the annual White House Christmas decorating efforts under President Bush and President Obama. Coleen will be designing 18 trees that will be on display. The Visitor Center is open 7 days a week from 9a-5p.
Through January 1
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular video wall in the Comcast Center lobby, it’s filled with sights and sounds of the holidays, lighting up with a 15-minute show including a few singalongs, as well as a snippet of The Nutcracker done by the Pennsylvania Ballet. It’s one of the largest high-resolution video displays in the world, the festive display starts at the top of the hour daily from 10am to 8pm, excluding 5pm on weekdays, through Jan. 1. 1701 John F Kennedy Blvd.
Through January 6
A Longwood Christmas with crystal ornaments, holiday-themed garden with a reimagined Christmas tree with the fountains outdoors are paired with holiday music, and half a million lights twinkle enchantingly around the garden. “A Longwood Christmas” opens this year at 9 a.m. on Thanksgiving, and will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily until Jan. 6. Timed ticket reservations are needed to visit. 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square; longwoodgardens.org
Through December 24
Christmas Village at LOVE Park featuring more than 80 vendors. 11am to 7pm Sundays through Thursdays, 11am to 8pm. Fridays and Saturdays, and 11am to 5pm on Christmas Eve. 1500 Arch St.philachristmas.com
Through December 31
Dickens Village at Macy’s, the 20-year-old Philadelphia holiday tradition with Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol coming to life through animatronic displays and sit on Santa’s lap at the end. The display is located on the third floor of the store and can be viewed through Dec. 31. 1300 Market St.
Through December 31
Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market at Dilworth Park (1 S. 15th St.) with more than 40 local designers and artisans. The market is open from 11am to 7pm Sundays through Thursdays, and from 11am to 8pm Fridays and Saturdays.
Through February 24
Dilworth Park’s Rothman Ice Rink with a holiday-themed garden maze, a light show that will be projected onto City Hall every hour on the half hour starting at 5:30 p.m. centercityphila.org
Through March 3
Blue Cross RiverRink celebrating 25 YEARS in Philadelphia! Winterfest is a world-class ice skating rink, outdoor seating with fire pits, warming cabins, a kids lodge with a arcade, and a chalet-inspired Lodge with food and beverages. Open seven days a week including all holidays from November 23, through March. For times and tickets go to delawareriverfront.com
Through December 31
Franklin Square Holiday Festival over 50,000 lights light up the square to a holiday soundtrack every 30 minutes, from 4:30 to 8pm. Stop down to meet Santa himself on Saturdays. (Closed on Christmas Day) historicphiladelphia.org/franklin-square
Through January 21
The Art of Rube Goldberg, a comprehensive retrospective exhibition of Rube Goldberg’s work. at the National Museum of American Jewish History.nmajh.org/rube/
Through March 3
Viking Fest at the Franklin Institute. 600 Artifacts, Full-size 21-foot replica Viking Ship, Activities about everyday life, Authentic Viking games, and Norse mythology www.fi.edu/exhibit/vikings-beyond-legend
Through March 17
Hamilton Was Here an “interactive playscape” dedicated to the popular founding father, as part of their “Year of Hamilton” celebration at the National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St.
Through March 3
Fabulous Fashion: From Dior’s New Look to Now
Ball gowns, bridal wear and other items from the museum’s fashion collection will be on display in this long-running exhibition. Free with museum admission of $20,Philadelphia Museum of Art
Happening This Weekend
FRIDAY, SATURDAY, and SUNDAY
Punk Rock Flea Market 200 unique vendors at the Bok building on 1901 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA. Price: $5
FRIDAY, December 14
A special night of Comedy with a reunion of Philadelphia Comedians Pat Godwin and Grover Silcox who worked with John Debella on WMMR’s, 93.3 FM, Morning Zoo.The Comedy Works Bristol (inside Georgine’s 1320 Newport Rd, Bristol, Pa.) Admission to the Friday or Saturday show is only $20. There is a 4 course Dinner & Show Special on Friday night only before the show at 7 pm for $40 per person with reservations. Comedyworksbristol.com
Skeletor Karaoke at the Troc
This karaoke night is hosted by Skeletor, from He-Man, dressed as Santa. If he doesn’t like your rendition before you’re through, he’ll whisk you off the stage, so bring your A-game. Trocadero Theatre. Price: Free
SATURDAY, December 8
Running of the Santas the all-day bar crawl where everyone dresses like Santa. Starting at 10am at Field House then continuing at Xfinity Live at 4pm, the day includes cheap beer, live music, hottest Santa contest, a short run down Pattison Avenue, and lots of festive people. runningofthesantas.com
Fishtown makers Eleven local vendors in La Colombe’s flagship location, selling trendy items
SEPTA Holiday Celebration
Catch a ride on a holiday trolley car and come to see SEPTA’s winners of the Holiday Bus Decoration contest with Christmas themed vehicles. Crafting for kids and warm drinks will be available. Check online for the Trolley schedule and route. 10 am-5pm. Free for kids, $2.50 for adults. iseptaphilly.com
Sports Up!
Friday
Sixers HOME vs Indiana Pacers @ 7:30pm
Flyers AWAY vs Edmonton Oilers @ 9pm
Saturday
Flyers AWAY at Vancouver Canucks @ 10pm
Wings (Home Opener) vs Buffalo Bandits @ 1pm
Sunday
Sixers AWAY vs Cleveland Cavaliers @ 3:30pm
Eagles AWAY vs Los Angeles Rams @ 8:20pm
