Delight In A 100-Foot Christmas Tree During This Epic Holiday Festival At A Beloved Pennsylvania Amusement Park
By Beth Price-Williams|Published November 10, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
As we celebrate the merriest season, we have so many ways to get in the holiday spirit – from binge-watching Christmas movies on TV to going for drives to look at the neighborhood Christmas lights. Our calendars are probably jam-packed with holiday events, too, like a visit to this Pennsylvania amusement park that hosts a magical lights festival every Christmas season. It’s also home to what’s said to be the largest Christmas tree in Pennsylvania.
A summertime favorite, Kennywood Park in West Mifflin transforms into an enchanting wonderland of lights and merriment during the Christmas season.
Boasting more than two million twinkling lights, Kennywood's Holiday Lights promises magical moments around every corner. One of your first stops should be near the entrance to Kiddieland and...
Create magical holiday memories by signing up for the dinner with Santa, held twice each evening.
Say cheese at the various selfie stations. Such popular characters as Kenny Kangaroo are usually milling about too, just waiting to pose for photos with guests.
A full evening of fun awaits at Holiday Lights, which runs on select evenings from late November through January 1. Ride some of the favorites, including the Kangaroo.
The Jack Rabbit, Noah's Ark, and the Turtle are also scheduled to run, weather-permitting, during Holiday Lights. Rides will also be open in Kiddieland.
Stop by the Penny Arcade too, where you can marvel at the massive model train display.
Indulge in sweet holiday treats, including homemade s'mores and deep-fried cheesecake. If you're really hungry, dig into Christmas dinner at the Parkside Cafe, and save room for some Potato Patch fries.
What’s your favorite Pennsylvania amusement park to visit during the Christmas season? Let us know in the comments! How’s your holiday to-do list looking? If you’ve got time, plan a visit to one or all of these enchanting Christmas towns in Pennsylvania.
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