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Saturday, December 13th

Reading Terminal Holiday Railroad

November 28th until January 4th
10am to 6pm
Closed Christmas & New Years Day
Location: Lobby, Reading Terminal Headhouse
(enter from the 1100 blocks of Market Street or Filbert Street)

Whether you recall your childhood train set or want to introduce your own little ones to a new, magical holiday season tradition, the Reading Terminal Holiday Railroad will be one you and your family will long remember. Featuring ten working train lines running through a wonderland of bustling cities, towns, and snow-covered countryside, children of all ages will be delighted by the sights, sounds and animated action of this 500 square foot display with nearly a third of a mile of train tracks!

Before or after taking in the holiday railroad, be sure to visit the Reading Terminal Market for a bite to eat, something sweet, and a little holiday shopping for your home and dinner table.

Our thanks to the following sponsors of this year?s Reading Terminal Holiday Railroad:

ARAMARK Tower
The Gallery at Market East
Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corp.
Market Street East Improvement Association
Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
Parkway Corp.
Pennsylvania Convention Center

Santa Claus at the Market

Saturday, December 13, 12-2pm
Bring your children and your camera to “Santa’s Living Room” in Green Court to meet Santa Claus and give him your Christmas wish lists.

Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours

Every Wednesday & Saturday Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 114-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour.

The tour leaves from the Market information desk at 12th and Filbert streets in the heart of downtown Philadelphia at 10 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday. Reservations Required.

Cost is $14.95 for adults and $8.95 for children ages 7 to 11. Private tours also available.

Call 215-545-8007 for Reservations Or email Carolyn Wyman for more information.

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Enjoy Live Music in the Market

From piano to jazz to a Latin beat, and more:
Here’s the current schedule of upcoming musical performances in the Market.

And best of all, it’s free! So come on down, grab a bite and have a listen.

  • The Reading Terminals perform the 2nd Friday of every month.
    12pm–2pm Center Court Seating Area
  • Guitar player: named Vicente Castaneda.
    The first & third Monday and Wednesday of every month.
    From 12 noon–1 p.m.
    Center Court Seating Area
  • Piano Playing
    Spice Court Seating Area

Market Tours

Every Wednesday & Saturday Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 114-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour.

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Cooking Classes

La Cucina is proud to continue the tradition of cooking and entertaining classes at Reading Terminal Market. When taking a class, you’ll not only get to observe and sample some fine dishes, but you’ll also find great merchants from whom to purchase your ingredients year ‘round.

What makes our cooking courses the best? Our instructors are great teachers, as well as great chefs. You will receive samples of all the dishes prepared; you will take home recipes for everything; and you will enjoy the wonderful setting.

Please call 215-922-1170 to register
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Fresh & Local Everyday Directions ~ $3 Parking ~ Mailing List ~ Catering ~ 12th & Arch ~ Mon–Sat 8–6 & Sun 9–4 ~ 215 922 2317
Now open Sundays!