The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
1701 JFK Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Comcast Center Lobby
The Universal Sphere™
1800 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Comcast Technology Center, Upper Lobby
Celebrate the 2022 Holiday Season on the Comcast Center Campus
The Comcast Center Campus is excited to invite guests to celebrate the 2022 holiday season with The Comcast Holiday Spectacular, the launch of a sensory-friendly experience at The Universal Sphere, and more.
Programming kicks off Thanksgiving Day and runs through New Year’s Day. Additional information, hours of operation, and locations across the campus can be found below. Check back for updates throughout the season.
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
The magic of the holidays comes alive with The Comcast Holiday Spectacular, a 15-minute family-friendly show featuring classic holiday songs and performances by the Philadelphia Ballet. The show debuts at 10:00a on Thanksgiving Day.
A sensory-friendly version of The Comcast Holiday Spectacular will again be offered for the 2022 season. Guests who are blind or visually impaired may use their own personal mobile devices to access Audio Description (AD) of the show. AD devices will also be available upon request.
To use your own device for AD, download the Listen EVERYWHERE App and connect to the Holiday_Show WiFi network when you arrive. Select the Holiday Show in the app, and you’re all set!
Thanksgiving through New Year's Day
Daily, 10a – 8p, at the top of every hour (except for 5p)
*Sensory-friendly shows every Thursday and Friday at 2:30 p.m. and upon request.
Learn More About The Comcast Experience
The Universal Sphere™
Make your way over to The Universal Sphere, located in the upper lobby of the Comcast Technology Center. From Steven Spielberg, DreamWorks Animation, Universal Parks & Resorts, and Comcast Labs, The Universal Sphere is a cinematic experience that explores the power of ideas.
Free and open to the public, The Universal Sphere is wheelchair- accessible and service animal friendly, offers closed captioning and Audio Description (AD), has full translations available in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese, and is designated a Certified Autism Center™.
New for the 2022 holiday season, The Universal Sphere will offer a sensory-friendly experience to create a more welcoming and comfortable environment for autistic people and those with sensory, social, learning, or cognitive disabilities. Guests who request a sensory-friendly experience can expect modifications to sound levels, reduced movements, and lighting adjustments to reduce blue light and eliminate flashing.
Open year-round, with extended hours during the holiday season. Daily, 10a – 8p, last show at 7:45p.
Advanced reservations encouraged. Reserve complimentary tickets and review sensory friendly showtimes at the link below.
Learn More About The Universal Sphere
Vernick Coffee Bar
Stop by for fresh baked goods and warm drinks prepared by the expert team at Vernick Coffee Bar.
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Aug 15
Some “cool” news for you. As of this week, Termini Brothers at The Concourse is now serving a Philadelphia favorite, Bassetts Ice Cream.
Stop by Monday – Friday to enjoy a scoop of ice cream or another sweet treat.
Aug 4
Located in the lobby of the Comcast Technology Center, @vernickcoffeebar is an all-day brasserie featuring a takeaway bakery, barista counter, and a full-service café.
Enjoy a break from the heat with a refreshing beverage Monday – Friday, 7:30a – 3:00p.
Jul 28
Experience the simplicity of the French countryside in the heart of Center City with the newest addition to our campus, Café Click.
The pop-up, Parisian-inspired, outdoor café from @starrrestaurant offers an unparalleled al fresco dining experience for all to enjoy. Book your table via @resy Monday through Friday, 11am to 8pm.
Check out our website for more information including the latest menu!
📸: @joseph_kaczmarek
Jul 8
Celebrate the official start of summer by checking out the newest addition to the Comcast Center Campus, Café Click!
Open Monday – Friday, 11:00a – 8:00p, Café Click is a pop-up, French-inspired outdoor café from STARR Restaurants.
Link in bio for more info!
Jun 21
Don’t miss your chance to meet Jurassic World’s Blue the Velociraptor on the Comcast Center Campus today!
To celebrate the release of Jurassic World Dominion, guests are invited to experience the adrenaline of Jurassic World right from the Comcast Center Plaza. The meet-and-greet experience will be 12 PM – 1:40 PM with Jurassic World’s Blue appearing at the top of each hour for 20 minutes, followed by 20 minutes with baby raptor and handler.
Link in bio for more info!
Jun 9
Come celebrate the release of Jurassic World Dominion on campus from 12:00p - 1:40p this Thursday!
Guests are invited to stop by the Comcast Center Plaza to see the most recognizable member of Jurassic World’s raptor pack: Blue. If you’re daring enough, you can try to slowly approach her to come face-to-face and snap a quick photo!
The special meet-and-greet experience will start at the top of each hour with a 20-minute visit from Jurassic World’s Blue, followed by 20 minutes with Sierra, a baby raptor. Plus, check out the epic conclusion to the Jurassic era with Jurassic World Dominion, only in theaters June 10.
Link in bio for more info!
Jun 7
#DowntonAbbey has returned!
Comcast employees were invited to a spot of tea, trivia, and a special message from the Crawley’s before enjoying a private screening of Downton Abbey: A New Era.
Check out photos from the South of France-inspired screening, and be sure to experience the motion picture event in theaters now!
May 23
Welcome back to @theconcoursecomcast! Stop by and checkout the delicious eats Monday – Friday.
☕️: @starbucks starting at 6:30am
🧀: @dibrunobros starting at 7am
🍰: @termini_bros starting at 8am
🥢: @officialpandaexpress starting at 10am
🍣: Tokyo Sushi starting at 10am
🥩: Philly Steak Company starting at 10am
🥪: Jake and Max’s Deli opening 5/16
📸: @theconcoursecomcast
May 4
That weekend feeling is even more special at this time of year.
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
Outdoors on the Comcast Center Plaza.
At the top of every hour 10a-8p, seven days a week.
The Universal Sphere™, a free 15-minute cinematic experience, open with extended holiday hours, 10a-8p.
Advanced reservations are encouraged.
Masks are required of all guests.
Dec 17
The Comcast Center Plaza has reopened following severe weather.
The Holiday Spectacular runs at the top of every hour through 8pm!
Dec 12
The Holiday Spectacular will pause after today’s 1PM show due to severe weather. We look forward to resuming the show when it is safe to do so. Check back here for updates.
Dec 11
Gearing up for another festive weekend on campus!
The Universal Sphere™, a free 15-minute cinematic experience, opening to the with extended holiday hours, 10a-8p.
Advanced reservations are encouraged.
Masks are required of all guests.
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
Outdoors on the Comcast Center Plaza.
At the top of every hour 10a-8p, seven days a week.
Visit our website for more info!
Dec 10
And just like that, @vernickcoffeebar is back.
Mon-Fri
7:30a – 3:00p
Comcast Technology Center, upper lobby
Dec 2
The magic is back on our campus.
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
Outdoors on the Comcast Center Plaza from Thanksgiving Day – New Year’s Day. At the top of the every hour 10a-8p, seven days a week.
Starting Thanksgiving Day, stop by The Universal Sphere™ in the upper level of the Comcast Technology Center. Advanced reservations are encouraged. Masks are required of all guests.
Visit our website for more info!
Nov 24
We’re bringing The Comcast Holiday Spectacular outdoors this year! Beginning Thanksgiving Day, come see Philly’s favorite holiday tradition.
At the top of every hour, 10a-8p, seven days a week
More information on our website!
Nov 17
The holidays are back on at the Comcast Center Campus! We are so excited to welcome guests during our favorite time of year. See below for more details on our free, family-friendly activities.
The Comcast Holiday Spectacular
Outdoor on the Comcast Center Plaza from Thanksgiving Day – New Year’s Day. At the top of the every hour 10a-8p, seven days a week.
The Universal Sphere™, a free 15-minute cinematic experience, opening to the public on Thanksgiving Day with extended holiday hours, 10a-8p. Advanced reservations are encouraged. Masks are required of all guests.
Visit our website for more info!
Nov 17
The Universal Sphere™ is open to the public with extended holiday hours!
This free 15-minute cinematic experience from Steven Spielberg, DreamWorks Animation, Universal Parks & Resorts, and Comcast Labs, explores the power of ideas.
10a-8p starting Thanksgiving Day.
Advanced reservations encouraged.
Masks required.
More info on our website!
Nov 17
