The Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Since construction on City Hall, The Christmas Village in Philadelphia has been relocated to the Robert Indiana-named park. The Christmas Village is modeled after 16th-century German Christmas Markets, the most famous one being in Nuremberg. Running from Thanksgiving to Christmas Day, the village attracts thousands in Center City and is one of the most popular holiday events in Philadelphia. In 2010, the event was criticized for its name and many called for it to be marketed as a holiday village. Shortly after, Mayor Michael Nutter intervened and the name was restored.
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