Dilworth Park Set to Reopen as Winter Wonderland in November
The City Hall plaza is gearing up for another festive season, as Dilworth Park prepares to transform into a winter attraction starting Friday, Nov. 14. The park has proven itself to be a top destination for Center City residents and visitors alike, with last year's numbers reaching an impressive 3.7 million visitors.
This year's offerings include the return of the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, which will open its doors with daily skating sessions through Feb. 22. The rink boasts affordable admission prices of $7 for kids under 10 and $10 for adults, while skate rentals are available for just $10. Visitors can book timed, 90-minute sessions online and even reserve locker rentals.
A revamped Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will also make its debut, featuring an expanded indoor space with a fresh food and drink menu, complete with bar service and TV screens for fans to catch their favorite games while warming up by the fire pit. Private group rentals are also available.
For families, there's plenty of holiday cheer in store. Two special Breakfast with Santa events will take place on Saturdays, Dec. 13 and 20, complete with a buffet meal, photos with jolly old Saint Nick, and time on the ice. These morning sessions require advance reservations.
As the park transforms into a winter wonderland, the Wintergarden at the south end will remain open through March 15, showcasing illuminated sculptures, seasonal plants, and mulled wine from Chaddsford Winery for adults 21+. The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will also return through Jan. 1, featuring local vendors selling handmade goods, artwork, jewelry, skincare products, and more.
For those looking to plan their visits, a full schedule of events and ticketing information is available at dilworthpark.org.
The City Hall plaza is gearing up for another festive season, as Dilworth Park prepares to transform into a winter attraction starting Friday, Nov. 14. The park has proven itself to be a top destination for Center City residents and visitors alike, with last year's numbers reaching an impressive 3.7 million visitors.
This year's offerings include the return of the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, which will open its doors with daily skating sessions through Feb. 22. The rink boasts affordable admission prices of $7 for kids under 10 and $10 for adults, while skate rentals are available for just $10. Visitors can book timed, 90-minute sessions online and even reserve locker rentals.
A revamped Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin will also make its debut, featuring an expanded indoor space with a fresh food and drink menu, complete with bar service and TV screens for fans to catch their favorite games while warming up by the fire pit. Private group rentals are also available.
For families, there's plenty of holiday cheer in store. Two special Breakfast with Santa events will take place on Saturdays, Dec. 13 and 20, complete with a buffet meal, photos with jolly old Saint Nick, and time on the ice. These morning sessions require advance reservations.
As the park transforms into a winter wonderland, the Wintergarden at the south end will remain open through March 15, showcasing illuminated sculptures, seasonal plants, and mulled wine from Chaddsford Winery for adults 21+. The Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market will also return through Jan. 1, featuring local vendors selling handmade goods, artwork, jewelry, skincare products, and more.
For those looking to plan their visits, a full schedule of events and ticketing information is available at dilworthpark.org.
And what's with the limited session options? Can't we just have walk-in skating like always? Also, Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin is just a fancy way of saying "expensive bar". Who needs to pay for a fire pit and TV screens when you can just bring your own thermos and watch games on your phone at home? 
And don't even get me started on the cost of food and drinks... $10 for a hot chocolate?! 
Dilworth Park is gonna be SO lit this winter!!! 
They're bringing back the ice rink and it's like, only $7 for kids under 10?!?! 
That's crazy affordable! And the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin is getting a major renovation, yay! 
I need to check out that bar service and fire pit ASAP. 
The Breakfast with Santa events sound so much fun too, especially with the buffet meal and photos with Santa... my fave time of year is just around the corner! 
And can we talk about the Wintergarden? 
Those illuminated sculptures are gonna be SO beautiful at night. I'm def planning a trip to Dilworth Park ASAP, who's with me?!?! 
. By offering affordable admission prices for kids and adults, they're essentially providing a safety net for families who can't afford more expensive entertainment options. But let's not forget about the taxpayers footing the bill for this event - it's like they say, "you get what you pay for." 
The fact that private groups can rent out the revamped cabin for events is also telling; are we seeing a trend of corporate influence on local infrastructure? One thing's for sure, this winter wonderland is going to be a hot spot for politicians and their donors to mingle.
November is already way too early for me to start thinking about cold weather and stuffy crowds. And $7 for kids under 10 to ice skate? That just seems like a way to nickel-and-dime people who are already shelling out money to go in the first place.
. And can we talk about how cute the Breakfast with Santa events sound? My little one would love that! I'm also super excited for the Wintergarden and Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market - I've been eyeing some of those handmade goods all year 
. November 14th, mark my words, it's gonna be a winter wonderland 
️! it's gonna be epic this year with the ice rink & cabin, plus those breakfast with santa events sound like a total blast for fams 
Dilworth Park's gonna be packed with families on weekends during the holiday season, but where are they gonna put all those people? I'm sure it'll get crazy around the ice rink and Santa events 
And don't even get me started on the prices - $7 for a kid's skating session? That's just steep 
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! It's gonna be lit! I heard the ice rink is gonna be packed this year, especially with those affordable admission prices 
they got ice rink, cabin, santa breakfasts, & more! 
i mean its gonna be so lit 
the best part? its free and open to the public 
This all sounds too good to be true... like they're trying to distract us from something 
. Overall, I'm stoked they're bringing back all these festive activities and I'll def be checking out the park this winter 
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and of course, who could resist Breakfast with Santa on Dec 13? 
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