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Holiday Experiences for Families at Philadelphia’s Comcast Center Campus

by Katie Skrzek

Dec 18, 2025

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Destinations / North America

Plan a family trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, this season and experience holiday magic at the city’s Comcast Center Campus with programming for travelers of all ages. Festive activities take place through Jan. 2.

 

The Comcast Holiday Spectacular

The free, 15-minute show in the Comcast Center lobby plays at the top of every hour, 10 a.m.– 8 p.m., with a sensory-friendly performance daily at 2:30 p.m. Expect holiday singalongs and special performances.

 

DreamWorks Shrek’s Festive Flight

For the second year, The Universal Sphere presents a free, festive cinematic experience with Shrek and friends traveling from Philadelphia to the North Pole. The Universal Sphere is a designated Certified Autism Center. The show is available daily through Jan. 2.

 

Free Photos with Santa

Take pictures with the big guy himself Dec. 19 and 20, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

 

Sensory-Friendly Room

Stop by the sensory-friendly room, specially designed to provide a quiet and calm space for individuals with a variety of sensory needs.

 

Support MANNA

Create holiday decorations and kind messages at this pop-up workshop supporting local nonprofit, MANNA. The organization provides medically tailored meals for individuals with serious illnesses. The pop-up is open through Jan. 2.

 

Visit the website for the full schedule of holiday programming.

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