Holiday lights · PA
Pennsylvania has deep Christmas roots, from German market traditions to the chocolate town of Hershey and grand estate gardens.
Christmas market Bethlehem, PA
Bethlehem, which took the nickname 'Christmas City USA' in 1937, hosts a German-style market at the former Bethlehem Steel site. Artisans, food stalls and live music fill heated tents.
Visiting: Open on select days from mid-November through December; check ArtsQuest for hours.Official site →
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Botanical garden lights Kennett Square, PA
Longwood Gardens decorates its conservatory with holiday displays and lights its outdoor gardens with hundreds of thousands of lights. It is one of the most famous garden holiday shows in America.
Visiting: Runs from late November into early January; timed tickets are required.Official site →
Theme park lights Hershey, PA
Hersheypark opens for the holidays with lights, rides and seasonal treats. Hershey Sweet Lights, a separate drive-through show, runs nearby.
Visiting: Open on select dates from mid-November into early January; check the park's hours calendar.
Seasons, hours, tickets and prices change every year — always check the official site before you go.
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