Christmastime is here again, and there’s really nothing that compares to Christmas in Pittsburgh. One of the most treasured holiday traditions has become gathering around the TV, the lights from the Christmas tree reflecting off of the screen, and watching It’s A Wonderful Life. This holiday season, plan a visit to this Christmas town near Pittsburgh that will make you feel like you’ve stepped straight into Bedford Falls.

Wrap yourself in the holiday spirit in Canonsburg, which transforms into an old-fashioned Christmas town every holiday season.
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From the moment you arrive in Canonsburg, you'll understand why this is one of the best Christmas towns in Pennsylvania.
For two glorious days in December, the quaint town hosts the beloved annual Canonsburg's Old-Fashioned Christmas. This year's festival will be held on Dec. 1-2, 2023.
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This PA Christmas town is the place to be this December, so be sure to mark your calendar.
The two-day celebration will take you back to Christmases of yesteryear with classic storefronts decorated with twinkling lights and featuring festive scenes.
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You really can't help getting swept in all of the Christmas cheer when you visit this Christmas town in Pennsylvania.
The Christmas celebration offers something for the whole family, and Santa plays a pretty big role in the festivities. He'll be on hand to listen to Christmas wishes and pose for photos throughout the two-day festival.
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While Santa is listening to Christmas wishes, Mrs. Claus will host a story time at the Canonsburg Senior Center.

The whole family will have a merry time at Santa's Reindeer Games. Held at the Clearview Credit Union Parking Lot, the epic family event will feature such activities as face painting and games.

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If you're in a bah-humbug frame of mind, head over to the Canonsburg Senior Center to pose with the Grinch. You can even frown instead of smiling, if you want to.
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Stop by the intersection of Pike Street and Central Avenue on Saturday afternoon to meet Santa's reindeer. Yep, they're real ones!
Show off your artistic skills at the make-your-own gingerbread tree program, held on Saturday at the Frank Sarris Library.
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All entrants must pay a $5 fee for supplies, and you must register by Nov. 22, 2023.
The weekend also features a Christmas parade (with Santa, of course) and the official lighting of the town Christmas tree.
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A Christmas celebration wouldn't be complete without miniature trains. Stop by the City Mission Thrift Store window to check out the miniature train display.
Don't forget to bring your Christmas list to do a little shopping at the Christmas Market. You can also warm up with hot chocolate and other goodies at the Holiday Food Court.
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More than 50 vendors are set to attend, so you might be able to start - and finish - your Christmas shopping.
Find more information on the official website of Canonsburg's Old-Fashioned Christmas. Or, stop by the Facebook page of this old-fashioned Christmas celebration.
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Gear up for your visit to this charming Christmas town near Pittsburgh by taking a peek at this video of An Old-Fashioned Christmas in Canonsburg. The Jefferson College Historical Society shared this video on YouTube.

What’s your favorite Christmas town near Pittsburgh, PA? What are some of your favorite ways to celebrate Christmas in Pittsburgh? Let us know in the comments! The holiday season provides the perfect backdrop to visit the seven best Christmas towns in Pittsburgh that look like they belong in a Hallmark Christmas movie. Plan your visit soon.

No matter where your holiday adventures take you, don’t forget to bring your camera to capture every magical moment.

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Wrap yourself in the Christmas spirit with a visit to one of the best Christmas towns near Pittsburgh, including:

  • Greensburg is the home of Overly’s Country Christmas, a spectacular Christmas light display.
  • Indiana transforms into the real-life Bedford Falls for the It’s A Wonderful Life Festival.
  • Go Christmas shopping in the quaint town of Smicksburg.
  • Pose for photos by the Christmas tree at The Diamond in Ligonier.

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