Things to Do in Lehigh Valley This December
December is here and the holiday season is in full swing in Lehigh Valley!
View various holiday light displays and tree lightings, shop from local artisans at Christkindlmarkt and Easton Winter Village, enjoy family-friendly holiday performances, and be sure to mark your calendars for all of these events happening throughout the region this holiday season.
Not sure where to start? Check out our Holiday Trail for more ideas!
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Snowflake Square
November 14 - December 24, 2026 (Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays)
2845 Center Valley Pkwy., Center Valley, PA 18034
Step into a winter wonderland at Snowflake Square at Promenade Saucon Valley! Local businesses will come together to showcase their unique products and handmade crafts, creating a festive destination to shop, explore, and celebrate the season. Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Snowflake Square during the holiday season!
Trees of Historic Bethlehem
November 1, 2026 - January 4, 2027
Historic Downtown Bethlehem
Catch a glimpse of a time-honored holiday tradition at the annual Trees of Historic Bethlehem. This year’s spectacular display features over 25 beautifully decorated trees scattered across various historic locations, each masterfully designed by members of the Bethlehem Garden Club. You can wander through the festive exhibits and take in the holiday magic at four iconic sites: the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts, the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem, the Single Sisters’ House, and the Luckenbach Mill.
Live Advent Calendar
December 1-23, 2026
Sun Inn Courtyard, 564 Main St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
The only one of its kind in the country, the Live Advent Calendar is fun for parents and children alike as it returns to the Sun Inn Courtyard for its 28th consecutive year! Shops, restaurants, and community organizations of the Historic District will provide a special treat to Live Advent visitors. Crowds can reach up to 300 people each night, so be sure to get there early for the festive 10-15 minute program!
Christmas City Follies
December 3-20, 2026 (Thursdays - Sundays, Additional Show Dec. 12, 16, & 19)
Touchstone Theatre, 321 E. Fourth St., Bethlehem, PA 18015
For over twenty years, Touchstone Theatre's Christmas City Follies has been a mainstay in the community. This classic holiday vaudeville celebrates the festivities of the winter season— and each other— with song, dance, sketches, merry-making, penguins, shopping carts, and heartfelt absurdity.
A Christmas Carol 2026
December 4-19, 2026 (Select Days)
Civic Theatre, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Join the Civic Theatre in celebrating the magic of the season with their much-beloved annual production of A Christmas Carol—a cherished holiday tradition that warms the heart and inspires the spirit. Don’t miss this enchanting story that brings generations together and captures the true meaning of the holidays.
Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 5, 2026
20 N. Fifth St., Allentown, PA 18101
Enjoy Allentown's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, a magical evening that kicks off the holiday season in festive style. Experience live entertainment, holiday music, maybe even a surprise visit from Santa, along with warm drinks, twinkling lights, and the unforgettable moment when the tree is illuminated—turning Downtown Allentown into a sparkling winter wonderland.
PEEPSFEST®
December 30 & 31, 2026
101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015
PEEPSFEST® is a two-day New Year's Eve festival at SteelStacks featuring family-friendly activities and the iconic 400-pound PEEPS Chick Drop each night! The celebration includes indoor and outdoor festivities that end with fireworks, offering a sweet and whimsical way to welcome the New Year.
Hockey New Year's Eve Celebration
December 31, 2026
PPL Center, 701 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA 18101
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the PPL Center with an energetic, family-friendly event designed for all ages! Head to Center Square to ring in the new year while enjoying live sets from local favorites like DJ Menace, DJ Express, and DJ Meltdown. This unforgettable holiday block party features interactive activities, delicious food and drink vendors, dazzling lights, and the main attractions—the world’s largest puck drop and the jaw-dropping Lehigh Valley NYE Drone Show (yes, really!).
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