Penn's Landing

Lighting Up the Holidays at Winterfest at Penn's Landing's RiverRink

Family fun from ice skating to carnival rides can be had Through March 5, 2023, at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest

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What to Know

  • Ice skating, carnival games, food and even a Ferris Wheel await visitors to the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest.
  • The fun at Penn's Landing lasts until March 5, 2023.
  • Join NBC10 and Telemundo 62 personalities on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 as they flip the switch on the tree.

Ice skating and family-friendly fun has returned to Penn’s Landing as Philadelphians can get in the holiday spirit ahead of winter.

Light Up the Holiday Season

Plan to visit Winterfest on Dec. 2, for the lighting of the holiday tree with NBC10 personalities. Festivities go from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and the tree lighting special will air on NBC10 at 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy music from performances by singer-songwriters Nitro Nitra and Alexis Cunningham from NBC's "American Song Contest" and Dylan Zangwill from "America's Got Talent."

There will be plenty more song and dance to get you into the holiday spirit. Click here for a full list of performers.

Skies are expected to be clear, so we hope to see you there.

NBC10 and Telemundo 62 are among the sponsors of Winterfest.

What's in Store for 2022-23 Season of Blue Cross RiverRink?

The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest ice skating rink opened Friday, Nov. 25, 2022.

In it's 29th season, visitors can enjoy "Philadelphia’s only signature outdoor National Hockey League sized ice skating rink with stunning waterfront views, to the 60-foot holiday-lighted Ferris wheel; thousands of sparkling lights; a 37 foot holiday tree; s’mores kits for purchase to cook around the firepits; festive, heated cabins; the return of the indoor lodge, and everyone’s favorite food and drink offerings," the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation said.

Ice skating tickets are $5 if you have skate and $12 if you need to rent. Independence Blue Cross cardholders get free skating admission for themselves and up to three guests. You don't need to get tickets ahead of time, but reservations are recommended.

There is plenty more to do than just skate.

"This year’s park promises a winter wonderland for cozy and safe gatherings indoors, outdoors, and much more," the DWRC said.

Winterfest goes until March 5, 2023.

Wondering About Ways to Get There?

A new path is making it easier to access Winterfest off Columbus Boulevard between Market and Chestnut streets:

“There is excitement in the air in Philadelphia, and we are thrilled to carry that into our favorite traditions at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest," Joe Forkin, president of DRWC, said. "This will also be the first Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest season where visitors can benefit from the Delaware River Trail and all of the new ways that they can access the fun and beautiful views."

Looking to get to the RiverRink (or other seasonal hot spots) this weekend? SEPTA has passengers covered.

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