Longwood Gardens is lighting up for the holidays once again. (Becca-Mathias for Longwood-Gardens)
“A Longwood Christmas” is underway and runs through Jan. 11 at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. Guests step into a shimmering world inspired by the brilliance of gemstones and the magic of the holidays. There will be brilliantly decorated trees and more than a half-million lights.
Admission to the holiday display is by timed admission, with tickets purchased in advance for a specific date and time. Learn more at longwoodgardens.org
Patti Smith
Legendary singer-songwriter Patti Smith is making two appearances in Philadelphia:
On Saturday at 8 p.m., Smith and her band will perform at the Met Philadelphia to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Smith’s classic “Horses” album. Learn more at www.themetphilly.com/shows
Songs & Stories with Patti Smith will be presented on Monday at 7 p.m. in the Kimmel Center. The well-known singer-songwriter will perform and discuss her memoir, “Bread of Angels.”
Matt Rife
Comedian Matt Rife brings his Stay Golden World Tour to Philadelphia’s Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday at 8 p.m. Learn more at www.xfinitymobilearena.com/.
Arts in Philly
Ensemble Arts Philadelphia is presenting the following performances:
Yannick Nezet-Seguin leads the Philadelphia Orchestra and violin soloist Maria Duenas in performances Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. In Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Arts. The program features Blanchard’s Orchestral Suite from “Fire Shut Up in My Bones,” Lalo’s Symphonie Espagnole and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5.
The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show comes to the Miller Theater on Saturday at 8 p.m. The show features award-winning drag queen icons, writers, comic actors and drag queen powerhouses BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon.
The Broadway musical “Hadestown” opens Tuesday and runs through Dec. 7 at the Forrest Theatre. The Tony Award-winning show intertwines the mythic tales of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice and of King Hades and his wife, Persephone.
Learn more at www.ensembleartsphilly.org
Reading shows
The following shows are coming up this weekend at the Santander Performing Arts Center in Reading:
Raymond & Miguel’s “Los Reyes Del Humor” & Sus Invitados Especiales comedy show on Friday at 7 p.m.
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight brings its eclectic musical style to Reading on Saturday at 8 p.m.
For tickets, go to www.santander-arena.com
Expo Center
The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Montgomery County, is presenting the following events this weekend:
The 39th Annual “not just” Rock Record and CD Show on Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show features records, publications, posters, memorabilia and more. Details at www.notjustrockexpo.com/.
Cigar and Lifestyle Fest 2025 on Friday from 6 to 11 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It will feature leading vendors; product sampling of cigars, spirits, coffees and more; music performances; food and drink sampling; an outdoor heated cigar lounge; and raffles and giveaways. Learn more at phillyexpocenter.com/.
Keswick events
The following shows are coming up at the Keswick Theatre in Glenside, Montgomery County:
The Machine Performs Pink Floyd appears Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Friday’s show will feature an evening of Pink Floyd favorites. Saturday’s performance will focus on the 50th anniversary of the album “Wish You Were Here.”
“Wheel of Fortune Live” comes to the Keswick on Sunday at 7 p.m. This live version of the popular game show gives people the chance to spin the wheel outside of Sony Pictures Studios. Contestants are selected from the audience to go on stage with the chance to solve puzzles and win prizes,
Jane Lynch’s “A Swingin’ Little Christmas” takes the stage on Tuesday at 8 p.m. Lynch, an actress and musician best known for “Glee,” is joined by performers Kate Flannery, Tim Davis and the Tony Guerrero Quintet for a funny and heartwarming blend of comedy and music.
Tickets and more information at www.keswicktheatre.com
Colonial Theatre
A pair of tribute acts are coming to the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville:
Mamma Mania! — The American Tribute to ABBA appears Friday at 8 p.m. Boat House Row — The Yacht Rock Experience is on the Colonial stage Saturday at 8 p.m.
Learn more at thecolonialtheatre.com/events
Renaissance reunion
“The History of Renaissance” featuring Annie Haslam and Jim McCarty will be at the Lansdowne Theater in Delaware County on Saturday at 8 p.m. The concert features Renaissance members representing both eras of the band performing its classic songs together, plus a conversation and visual presentation of the band’s history. Tickets at thelansdownetheater.com/.
John Prine tribute
“Boundless Love: A Tribute to John Prine” will be at the Newtown Theatre in Bucks County on Saturday at 8 p.m. Hezekiah Jones & Friends lead the fourth-annual Thanksgiving weekend tribute to Prine, bringing the late singer-songwriter’s folk classics to life with special appearances by local musicians. For tickets, see www.thenewtowntheatre.com/.
Sellersville Theater
The Sellersville Theater in Bucks County is presenting the following events:
Gary Ho Ho Hoey 30th anniversary concert of rock instrumental holiday classics on Friday at 8 p.m.
Beatlemania Now on Saturday at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m..
The Duprees — From The Greatest Hits to Christmas Classics on Sunday at 1 p.m.
A Celebration of the Music of Ray Charles with the Deb Callahan Band featuring Reverend Chris on Sunday at 8 p.m.
Hark! An Irish Christmas with RUNA on Tuesday at 8 p.m.
Jimmy Vivino of Canned Heat on Wednesday at 8 p.m.
Tickets and more information at www.st94.com
‘Annie’ in Media
Performances of the classic Broadway musical “Annie” begin Friday at the Media Theatre in Delaware County. The show runs through Jan. 4. Learn more at www.mediatheatre.org/
Comedy at SoulJoel’s
SoulJoel’s at the Sunnybrook Ballroom, Pottstown, presents the following:
Comedians Ryan Shaner and Sidney Gantt on Friday at 7 p.m.
Rasheed Welsey Jr and Friends Saturday at 6 p.m. in the SoulJoel’s Speakeasy.
Comedian Eleanor Kerrigan Saturday at 7 p.m.
Learn more at souljoels.com
Free in Ardmore
The Ardmore Music Hall will host a WXPN free at noon concert Friday with Nik Greeley and the Operators. Also coming to the music hall Friday is Boat House Row — The Yacht Rock Experience at 8 p.m. See ardmoremusichall.com/.
Christmas in the Colonies
Christmas in the Colonies takes place Saturday at Graeme Park in Horsham, Montgomery County. In each room of the Keith House, costumed volunteers will present Christmas traditions brought to America by the various ethnic groups who settled in the area in Colonial times. The Tapestry Historic Dance Ensemble will be demonstrating in the parlor, and there will be chamber music in the Visitors’ Center. Complimentary cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
Tours leave every 15 minutes between 1 and 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for guests 13 and older and $8 for children ages 6-12. Reservations are not necessary. See details at www.graemepark.org.
