Beloved Philadelphia tradition is saved

"The Wanamaker Light Show has been a holiday fixture since 1956 and features more than 100,000 LED lights synchronized to music and narration, accompanied during select performances by the world-renowned Wanamaker Organ. New this year, the Grand Court will feature about 40 vendors offering gifts, treats, and handmade goods as part of the Shops at Wanamaker Light Show, along with a holiday-themed bar serving craft beer and cocktails."

"The Wanamaker Light Show and Dickens Village has been saved after a citywide fundraising effort. The iconic Wanamaker Christmas Light Show and Dickens Village will reopened on Black Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. The Visitor's Center launched its "Save the Light Show" campaign in July. In just a few months, more than 1,200 individual gifts, ranging from $5 donations to thousands of dollars, and support from corporate sponsors, helped bring the total to over half a million dollars."

"Philadelphia, Pa -- The lights are coming back on at the Wanamaker Building this holiday season. The Wanamaker Light Show and Dickens Village has been saved after a citywide fundraising effort. The Wanamaker Building's new owners plan to begin restoration and construction work soon, meaning the light show will pause during the 2026 and 2027 holiday seasons. The Visitor's Center says it remains committed to continuing the tradition in future years."

Lights will return to the Wanamaker Building holiday season with the Wanamaker Light Show and Dickens Village reopening on Black Friday, Nov. 28, 2025. A citywide "Save the Light Show" campaign raised over $500,000 through more than 1,200 individual gifts and corporate sponsorships. The show features over 100,000 LED lights synchronized to music and narration, and the Wanamaker Organ accompanies select performances. The Grand Court will host about 40 vendors and a holiday-themed bar offering craft beer and cocktails. New building owners will begin restoration and construction soon, causing a planned pause of the light show for 2026 and 2027. The Visitor's Center remains committed to the tradition.

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