There Is An Entire Christmas Village In Pennsylvania And It's Absolutely Delightful
By Beth Price-Williams|Published December 01, 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.
Christmastime brings with it so many opportunities to have fun, spend time with family and friends, and make lifelong memories. It’s also a time of beloved traditions. For many a trip to this Christmas Village in Pennsylvania has become an annual tradition. If you’ve not visited yet, you’ll quickly discover why this is one of the best ways to celebrate Christmastime in Pennsylvania.
A dusting of snow transforms Love Park in Philadelphia into a winter wonderland that draws locals and visitors from afar for its annual German Christmas Village each holiday season.
The holiday village, which is free, generally runs from mid-November through Christmas Eve, giving you plenty of time to block off an hour or so for a visit.
An authentic German market complete with wooden vendor stalls, the German Christmas Village usually features dozens of vendors. You might even be able to finish your Christmas shopping.
The market is about so much more than shopping, however, so carve out enough time for your visit. A full menu of events, from wine tasting to storytime, is also planned.
Keep an eye on the calendar, too, so the kiddos can pose for photos and share their Christmas wishes with Santa. Phil the Reindeer, the village mascot, will also be on hand on select days.
All that fun's sure to result in a mighty appetite, and the Christmas Village is brimming with delicious eats. Grab a bite to eat from, among others, German Spatzle, Schnitzel Haus, and Belgian Fries.
What is your favorite way to celebrate Christmastime in Pennsylvania? Tell us about it in the comments! Plan a visit to one or more of these Christmas towns in Pennsylvania that look straight out of a Hallmark movie.
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