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What’s in Store at Sesame Place in 2025

by Mary Melnick

Jan 13, 2025

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Family travelers have plenty of reasons to flock to Sesame Place Philadelphia in 2025. With activities and events for kids of all ages, there is never a dull moment or wrong time to visit the theme park.

 

Here are some can’t miss-events in 2025:

 

Ernie’s Birthday Bash  (Jan. 25 and 26)

Join Bert as he celebrates his best buddy Ernie with a one-of-a-kind party at Sesame Place. Don’t forget your favorite rubber duckie and spend the day eating, singing and dancing along with Ernie, Bert, Elmo and Cookie Monster.

 

Elmo’s Rockin’ Birthday Bash (Feb. 1 and 2)

It’s Elmo’s birthday and he’s ready to rock! Bring your appetite and dancing shoes to the delicious buffet with funky desserts and  music to rock out to. Join Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Zoe and Cookie Monster as they celebrate everyone’s favorite red monster.

 

Elmo’s Eggstravaganza Celebration (Mar. 29–April 21)

Don’t miss out on a hopping good time at Elmo’s Eggstravaganza Easter Celebration.

 

45th Birthday Celebration (Spring 2025)

Celebrate 45 years of furry fun, which kicks off in spring. The park will be dressed to the nines with bright balloons, colorful garland, birthday gifts and more. Expect all of the typical entertainment and rides, but with birthday-themed twists. Keep an eye out for more information as the celebration nears.

 

Holiday Fun

Celebrate the spooky season at The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular on select dates from Sept. 13 to Nov. 2. Once Halloween passes, the park transforms into a winter wonderland filled with festive spirit for A Very Furry Christmas on select dates from Nov. 15 to Jan. 4.

 

For the full list of fun and 2025 events, click here.

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