Holiday fun is returning to Philadelphia's waterfront. Here's what's in store

Get those skates ready! A winter wonderland is set to open on the Delaware River Waterfront in a few weeks. Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest opens for the season along Columbus Blvd. on Friday, Nov. 27, bringing ice skating, cozy cabins, festive food and drinks, games and rides. The best part? Admission to Winterfest is free. Ice skating admission is $5 with $12 for skate rentals. Visitors can already book ice skating sessions, Rinkside Lounge reservations and holiday cabin rentals. Don t forget to come hungry as favorites Chickie s Pete s, Philly Tacos and Skelly s Amusements are returning for the season. New this winter, visitors can dig into Brazilian BBQ, make sweet memories at a dedicated s mores station and warm up around an expanded free fire pit area. Winterfest s seasonal bar is also expanding into the skate house and arcade, meaning you can enjoy a refreshing drink while playing retro arcade games. And the holiday magic doesn t st