Where is Miracle on 13th Street in Philadelphia?

On the 1600 block of South 13th Street, between Tasker and Morris Streets in East Passyunk, South Philly — one block east of Broad Street.

When does Miracle on 13th Street start?

The neighbors light it up at an opening-night block party with Santa, usually the Saturday after Thanksgiving (November 29 in 2025). It stays on into January.

Yes. It's a residential block decorated by the people who live there.

Can you drive through?

You can, but traffic on the narrow street has become a real problem for residents. Take the Broad Street Line to Tasker–Morris and walk both sides of the block.

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Miracle on 13th Street 2026

One South Philly rowhouse block where the neighbours cover every house front with lights, elves climbing the walls and movie scenes from Christmas Vacation to The Nightmare Before Christmas, with lights strung across the street. Free, and best on foot.

2026 dates not announced yet — last season below, marked by year

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At a glance

2026 dates: Not announced yet. 2025: lit from the opening block party on Nov 29 into January
Hours (2025): About 5–10 pm nightly
Cost: Free
Where: 1600 block of S 13th Street, between Tasker and Morris Streets, East Passyunk
Getting there: Broad Street Line to Tasker–Morris; 13th Street is one block east of Broad

Is it worth it?

Philadelphia's must-see free Christmas block — take the subway and walk it.

What visitors say

Visitors say photos don't do it justice — the whole block is full of families, couples and pets, everyone friendly. Walking both sides of the street beats driving through. Parking is hard on busy nights.

Every house on the block decorated
Movie-themed displays
Free
Near the Broad Street Line

Getting there and getting in

SEPTA Broad Street Line (B).

Worth knowing

Weeknights are calmer than weekends.

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Questions people ask

Where is Miracle on 13th Street in Philadelphia?: On the 1600 block of South 13th Street, between Tasker and Morris Streets in East Passyunk, South Philly — one block east of Broad Street.
When does Miracle on 13th Street start?: The neighbors light it up at an opening-night block party with Santa, usually the Saturday after Thanksgiving (November 29 in 2025). It stays on into January.
Is it free?: Yes. It's a residential block decorated by the people who live there.
Can you drive through?: You can, but traffic on the narrow street has become a real problem for residents. Take the Broad Street Line to Tasker–Morris and walk both sides of the block.

Checked 2026-09-29. Sources: Visit Philadelphia (2025) · WHYY — traffic on 13th Street. Last season's numbers are labelled with their year until the organiser publishes 2026.

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