Endless Weekends Await in Cumberland Valley
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Your guide to making the most magical memories in PA.
#01. Main Streets
Small PA towns with big charm — and all the warm fuzzies.
Nestled in the breathtaking Lehigh Gorge in the Pocono Mountains, Jim Thorpe offers visitors a unique and family-friendly way to revel in winter’s splendor. At Christmastime, the historic Victorian architecture, cheerful music, and brisk mountain air burst with holiday spirit.
Located in the heart of Bucks County, just a little over an hour’s drive from New York City and Philadelphia, New Hope turns up the charm for the holidays. Embark on a winter adventure as you explore the beautifully decorated Peddler’s Village where the season’s magic is on full display.
A Gettysburg Christmas Festival, Gettysburg
The Christmas tree shines bright in Lincoln Square, wreaths hang on every lamppost, and beautiful decorations grace Gettysburg’s streets and storefronts with Christmas lights, gorgeous greenery, and shiny wrapped presents donning their windowsills and doorways.
It’s A Wonderful Life Festival, Indiana
Indiana, the Christmas Tree Capital of the World, also happens to be the hometown of Jimmy Stewart, star of the beloved holiday classic, “It's A Wonderful Life.” Venture into downtown Indiana transformed into a modern-day Bedford Falls complete with twinkling lights and a 30-foot live Christmas tree in the center of town.
Koziar’s Christmas Village, Bernville
Celebrating its 77th anniversary season and considered The Best Christmas Light Display in Pennsylvania in Travel + Leisure, Koziar’s Christmas Village features both traditional and non-traditional holiday scenes, including an early 20th century schoolhouse, “kissing” bridge, and a whimsical Christmas Under The Sea, and, of course, a spectacular display of holiday lights.
Discover our Hallmark-esque towns
#02. Train Rides
Hop aboard a holiday train and experience the wonder.
#03. Light Displays
Find your way to the twinkliest holiday lights.
Overly´s Country Christmas, Greensburg
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane, Hershey
Alongwood Christmas, Kennett Square
#04. Festivals & Events
Oh, what fun it is to join the festivities across PA!
#05. Holiday Markets
Gifts, goodies, and a glass of mulled wine. Check, check, and check.
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
Mifflinburg Christkindl Market