Things to do in Lehigh Valley This November

Enjoy family-friendly performances, get your pumpkin fix with some brews and foods. No matter what your November activities bring, be sure to mark your calendar for all of these must-see events throughout the month!

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November 1, 13, 14 20, 21, 25, 28, 2026

​PPL Center, 701 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18101

Make your way to Allentown’s PPL Center to cheer on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the AHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, as they take on the Providence Bruins, Charlotte Checkers, and Hershey Bears throughout all of November.

November 5, 2026

Belleville Market, 20 South 3rd St., Easton, PA 18042

Enjoy the official kickoff to the holiday season, Belleville Market style, during their Holiday Open House! From 6:00 - 8:00pm, the Holiday Open House will feature incredible holiday shopping from 60 local merchants, live music on the terrace, pop-up merchants, tastings and more. Plus, there will be photos with Santa!

November 7-8, 2026

Easton Centre Square, 3rd & Northampton Sts., Easton, PA 18042.

Craving bacon? PA Bacon Fest welcomes thousands of attendees to historic downtown Easton for two days of all things bacon. From beer & bacon pairings to maple bacon cupcakes, you’ll find something to satisfy every palate from one of the 100+ vendors. Be sure to catch entertainment, including 15+ performances from local musicians, pig races, and more.

November 7 - December 27, 2026 (Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays)

Pines Dinner Theatre, 448 N. 17th St., Allentown, PA 18104

Head to Pines Dinner Theatre for Christmas at the Pines and experience the most fun you'll have this holiday season! It's rated G, so it's perfect for the whole family to enjoy. Don't miss their Thanksgiving Celebration and other Holiday Celebrations!

November 12, 2026

State Theatre Center for the Arts, 453 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042

Country music fan? Grab some tickets to Cat Country Jingle Jam at the historic State Theatre for the Arts in downtown Easton. Enjoy acoustic performances and stories from a multitude country artists starting at 7:30pm! The lineup is to be announced soon.

November 13, 2026 - January 2, 2027 (Tuesday - Sunday)

Lehigh Valley Zoo, 5150 Game Preserve Rd., Schnecksville, PA 18078

Stroll through tree-lined paths lit up by over 1.2 million twinkling lights and themed animated displays at Lehigh Valley Zoo's Winter Light Spectacular. Warm up next to the cozy outdoor fire pits while enjoying hot cocoa. Don't forget to say hi to Santa, Anna, Elsa, Belle, Cinderella, and friends! Tickets are on sale now at lvzoo.org/wls.

November 13, 2026 - January 2, 2027

Coca-Cola Park, 1050 IronPigs Way, Allentown, PA 18109

Head to the ballpark for a the newly most cherished event in the Lehigh Valley, Illumination at Coca-Cola Park! The light show takes place nightly from 6-9 p.m. and features over one million holiday lights. Watch the mesmerizing music and lights where the stadium comes alive in harmony with the holiday music. Roast s'mores at fire pits located around the ballpark concourse (yum!). The kids can go on train rides or have pictures with Santa and The Grinch.

November 13- 15, 20-22, 27-29, December 3-6, 10-13, 17-20, 2026

SteelStacks, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Named one of the top holiday markets in the world by Travel + Leisure and one of the top holiday markets in North America by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice competition, Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem features 60 artisans and craftspeople, performances, delicious food, St. Nicholas, and the return of popular German ornament manufacturer Käthe Wohlfahrt. You won’t want to miss this market, right here in the Christmas City of Bethlehem, PA.

November 14, 2026 - January 3, 2027

Historic Downtown Bethlehem, Church & Main Streets, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Experience the magic of the season with a horse-drawn carriage ride through Historic Bethlehem, the Christmas City. From November 14, 2026 through January 3, 2027 enjoy twinkling lights, festive décor, and Bethlehem’s charming architecture aboard an elegant carriage, cozy sleigh, or winter wagon. Reservations are required and rides fill up quickly, book today!

November 15, 2026

2750 Hugh Moore Park Rd. Easton, PA 18042

Mark your calendars – the St. Luke’s D&L RaceFest will bring four signature events to the Lehigh Valley: the St. Luke’s D&L Marathon, the St. Luke’s D&L Marathon Relay, the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Run presented by St. Luke’s, and the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Walk presented by St. Luke’s. Overall, St. Luke’s D&L RaceFest is taking the best parts of the former St. Luke’s Via Marathon and Marathon Relay, making some upgrades and moving it to the crisp November weather, while retaining the November tradition of the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Run and Walk. Either way, it will be a weekend to remember!

November 21, 2026

218 A P Kirby Sports Ctr. Easton, PA 18042

If you’re looking for an unforgettable way to experience the Lehigh Valley in November, don’t miss Lehigh vs. Lafayette: “The Rivalry.” Dating back to 1884, this legendary matchup is the most-played rivalry in college football, bringing together two schools located less than 20 miles apart for a game filled with tradition, school spirit, and plenty of friendly competition. Kickoff is at 12:00pm, so make sure to snag some tickets, and grab your popcorn!

November 27 - December 20, 2026 (Friday - Sunday)

Easton Centre Square, 3rd & Northampton Sts., Easton, PA 18042

Head downtown to shop & ice skate at the Easton Winter Village. This outdoor, family-friendly winter event features various holiday gifts at vendor huts in and around Centre Square. Enjoy some tasty treats, hot cocoa, and mulled wine, or take a spin around the ice skating rink. For a special holiday treat, book a private horse-drawn carriage ride.

November 27, 2026 - January 6, 2027 (closed Christmas Eve + Christmas Day and New Year's Eve + New Year's Day)

Lehigh Parkway, 1700 Martin Luther King Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103

Drive through a holiday light display that spans more than a mile of the beautiful Lehigh Parkway in Allentown, Pa. See beautiful lighted trees, tunnels, characters, and animated displays in a winter wonderland at Lights in the Parkway from 5:30 - 10:00pm.

November 28, 2026

1869 Luckenbach Mill, 459 Old York Rd. Bethlehem, PA 18018

Did you gobble till you wobble? Work off that Thanksgiving feast at Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites’ annual Turkey Trot! Gather your friends, family, and even your four-legged friends for a fun-filled morning featuring a 5K for runners and competitive walkers, a 1.7-mile fun walk, and a festive Pet Costume Contest. Best of all, your participation helps support the preservation and programming of three centuries of history in our community. Lace up, bring your holiday spirit, and kick off the season with this beloved Bethlehem tradition!