Dilworth Park is gearing up for its 12th year of holiday shopping as the Made in Philadelphia Holiday Market returns outside City Hall on Nov. 13, running through Jan. 1, 2027. The open-air market is free to enter and will fill its signature white wooden booths, each topped with illuminated Moravian stars, with handmade goods from local makers through the end of the year.
The market sits at 1 S. 15th St. on the west side of City Hall, according to Center City District, which also confirms admission is free. Standard hours run noon to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, per the same organization. As reported by FOX 29 Philadelphia, the market operates alongside the Rothman Orthopaedics Ice Rink, the Rothman Orthopaedics Cabin and the Wintergarden at Dilworth Park.
Vendors, Treats and Handmade Gifts
Vendor counts vary slightly depending on the source: Philadelphia Family Magazine describes more than 40 local vendors from the Philadelphia area and tri-state region, while Visit Philadelphia puts the number at 50-plus local vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, home decor and treats. FOX 29 reports the lineup includes more than 40 artisans, crafters and small business owners from Greater Philadelphia and the tri-state area.
Shoppers can expect hand-blown glass Christmas ornaments and holiday decorations from Antolini Glass Co., designer clothing and Philly apparel from Bella U, and Philly-themed illustrated clothing, magnets, pillows and accessories from Ana Thorne Gifts and Souvenirs, FOX 29 reports. Christine Shirley is set to sell quirky clothing and gifts, while Cannoli Cafe brings authentic cannolis to the food lineup, according to the station. The market overall features hand-blown glass ornaments, Philly-themed artwork and apparel, artisan hot sauces, body care products and cannolis, with shopping, food and drinks all operating on a pay-as-you-go basis, per FOX 29's reporting, which credited event details to Aversa PR and the market itself.
Holiday Hours and Parking Tips
FOX 29 reports special hours around the holidays: Thanksgiving Day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Christmas Eve from noon to 5 p.m., and the market closed on Christmas Day. New Year's Day hours are listed at noon to 5 p.m., according to the station. Those planning a Thanksgiving or Christmas visit should note the shortened windows before heading downtown.
Drivers can find discounted holiday parking through the iParkit app, with rates listed at $26.75 Monday through Friday and $25.68 on Saturdays and Sundays, according to Made in Philadelphia. Organizers are also urging visitors to come on weekdays this season, with the market's own messaging stating, “We strongly encourage weekday visits during the 2026 season. Beat the weekend crowds.”
Christmas Village Expands the Holiday Footprint
Just across the way, Christmas Village is set to open at LOVE Park on Nov. 21, according to FOX 29. The event will also be held in City Hall's Courtyard and the North Broad section. Together, the two holiday attractions will span three city blocks, Philadelphia Family Magazine notes. FOX 29 reports the combined markets host more than 170 vendors and draw nearly one million visitors to Center City each year.
