Seasonal & Holidays
Crowds Pack Philadelphia's Wanamaker Building For Final Christmas Light Shows Amid Uncertain Future
"I really don't want to think about that," said John Abbate, of Drexel Hill, who has attended the show with his family for two decades.
December 24, 2025
The beloved Christmas Light Show and Dickens Village inside Philadelphia's historic Wanamaker Building have returned for the holiday season, but their future remains uncertain, prompting thousands of families to savor what could be their last chance to experience the tradition.
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
With the fate of the Center City building unclear, this year's displays have drawn unusually large crowds, fueled by concern that the spectacle may not return after this year.
"I really don't want to think about that," said John Abbate, of Drexel Hill, who has attended the show with his family for nearly two decades. "I'm trying to be hopeful that, with the right amount of donations and public outcry, since this is such a tradition for not just our family but Philadelphia, and I think it's very important that this tradition continues."
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Click here for the full story via CBS Philadelphia
CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.
