Holiday Week | December 27
Family in town? Kids home from school? Looking for family-friendly things to do in Philadelphia between Christmas and New Year’s? Spend a festive day at PAFA during Holiday Week.
Enjoy family-friendly art making, explore the museum galleries, and stay for a special holiday concert in the Historic Landmark Building. Each day of Holiday Week features a different studio activity and concert performance, making every visit a unique holiday experience.
Start in the Family Holiday Studio, explore the galleries during a 1 PM guided museum tour, and gather in the Washington Foyer at 2 PM for a live performance by violinist Maya Buchanan of the Curtis Institute of Music.
Plan Your Day
- 10 AM–3 PM: Family Holiday Studio
- 1 PM: Guided Museum Tour
- 2 PM: Maya Buchanan of the Curtis Institute of Music
Planning to join the 1 PM tour? Purchase a tour ticket, which includes Museum admission. You do not need to purchase a separate general admission ticket.
Featured Family Holiday Studio Activity
 | December 27 | 10 AM–3 PM Drop into the Family Holiday Studio daily and create something inspired by the art and spaces around you. No experience needed. Just come ready to make. Less scrolling. More making. More time together. |
Featured Holiday Concert Performance | Maya Buchanan
 | December 27 | 2 PM Maya Buchanan of the Curtis Institute of Music Join acclaimed violinist Maya Buchanan of the Curtis Institute of Music for an afternoon of vibrant and expressive music featuring works by composers including Bach, Mozart, Kreisler, and more. Known for dynamic performances and exceptional artistry, Buchanan brings a rich and engaging program to PAFA's Washington Foyer.
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Holiday Week Concert Series
Every afternoon at 2 PM during Holiday Week, PAFA presents a different live holiday concert in the Washington Foyer. Come for the music, explore the galleries, make something in the Family Holiday Studio, and experience PAFA lit for the season.
Come Celebrate the Holidays at PAFA
About PAFA for the Holidays
PAFA for the Holidays transforms Philadelphia's first art museum into a festive destination filled with art, music, and seasonal experiences. From holiday lights and daily concerts to family art-making and gallery exploration, Holiday Week offers memorable ways to spend time together between Christmas and New Year's. Perfect for families, out-of-town guests, and anyone looking for unique holiday activities in Philadelphia.
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