Are you on the hunt for some festive family activities to get into the holiday spirit? Look no further! We've got the inside scoop on all the magical events happening around town. From tree lightings that'll dazzle your eyes to train rides that'll whisk you away on a yuletide adventure, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Please remember our guides are living guides, which means new events are added daily. So be sure to check back often for updates. If you know of an event that's not listed, submit your details here for free. We want to make sure that everyone in York County can enjoy the magic of the holiday season.
| Local Tree Farms |
Click here for a list of great local tree farms.
Hanukkah Events |
Beit HaShalem Emet Hanukkah Celebration
Ready to ignite your holiday spirit and make memories that last a lifetime? Join us for the Beit HaShalem Emet Hanukkah Celebration on December 28, 6:00pm-8:30pm at the Commonwealth Fire Company Bring your loved ones and indulge in an epic feast of lip-smacking Hanukkah treats, including latkes (potato pancakes) and sufganiyot (doughnuts).
Join us as we retell the mesmerizing Hanukkah tale, passed down through generations. Experience the magical symbolism and wonder of this timeless story.
Create beautiful crafts, play thrilling games, and bond with your family over exciting activities planned for all ages.
This is one Hanukkah celebration you don't want to miss. So, join us and let the holiday festivities spark your soul.
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
| Holiday Parades |
Fawn Grove- Saturday, November 23: 5:00 PM
Hanover Christmas Parade- Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m.
Spring Grove Christmas Parade- December 5, 6:15pm
Delta- December 6, 7:00pm
New Freedom Christmas Parade- December 7, 5:00pm
| Tree Lightings |
On November 22 5:45pm.
November 23, 6:00 pm.
November 30, 2024 at 5:30pm.
HANOVER
November 30, 6:00 pm
Rain Date December 7
December 1st from 6:30pm to 8pm
Delta
December 6th 8:00 pm following the parade
DALLASTOWN TREE LIGHTING AND CHILDREN'S PARTY
Saturday, December 7th beginning at 6:30 pm.
December 6 5:00pm-9:00pm at Continental Square
December 5, 6:15 pm.
December 6 6:30 pm at the Wellsville Borough Park
Friday, December 6 from 6:30pm – 9pm
December 8 at 6:00 p.m.
December 8 6:00pm
STEWARTSTOWN
December 7. 6:00pm
RED LION
Coming soon
DELTA
Coming soon
Wrightsville
Coming soon
Click here for full details for each events.
| Holiday Train Excursions (Click the links for the full Holiday Excursion Schedule for each Railway) |
Stewartstown Railroad
Ma & PA Railroad
| Train Displays |
Click here for our full 2024 Holiday Train Garden Guide
| Christmas Tree Tours |
Click here for our 2024 Christmas Tree Tours Guide
| Holiday Light Displays |
Click here for our 2024 Holiday Light Display Guide which includes large-area displays as well as residential displays.
To add your favorite display to the list click here or email the address and info to sarahfrane@macaronikid.com.
| Santa Fire Truck Visits |
Coming Soon!
Every year Santa trades in his reindeer for a fire engine so he can visit neighborhoods all across York County! To ensure your family doesn't miss this annual tradition we've compiled a list of dates and times just for you.
Click here for 2024 schedule!
| Santa Visits |
Click here for our full 2024 Santa visits schedule
| Grinch Visits |
Click here for our full 2024 Grinch visit schedule
| Live Nativities |
Coming soon
| Holiday Meals with Santa and Friends |
Click here for our 2024 Schedule
| Holiday Themed Events Happening This Week |
November 21
2nd Annual LAF Co-Op Young Entrepreneurs Market
Girls Night Out Dover
November 22
November 23
Holiday Wreath and Greens Make and Take
Build A Festive Thanksgiving Table Arrangement
The Wandering Maker November Market
November 24
B. Leigh’s Coffee 1 year Celebration
Pancakes with Santa Hosted by Wired Chef
For a full list of daily events and activities click here.
As always events can be canceled for various reasons including weather so be sure to check with the venue prior to attending.
