Wanamaker’s Christmas Light Show in Philadelphia, which began in 1956, became a beloved holiday tradition that drew crowds from across the city and beyond. Held at the grand Wanamaker Department Store (later known as Macy’s after its acquisition), the show featured a dazzling display of lights, music, and animated figures. The highlight was a 100-foot-tall Christmas tree adorned with thousands of lights, and the show would often include a mix of holiday-themed scenes and a synchronized light-and