What’s your favorite thing about the holiday season? The twinkling lights that adorn cities and towns dotted all across Pennsylvania? Catching up with family and friends over a delicious holiday meal? Or, the treasured traditions that are continued year after year with family and friends? Continue a beloved tradition or start a new one when you step back in time at Bellefonte Victorian Christmas in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.

A simply charming town all year round, Bellefonte transforms into a winter wonderland every holiday season as it hosts the annual Bellefonte Victorian Christmas.
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This year's celebration is set for Friday, December 8 thru Sunday, December 10, 2023, with a full menu of activities planned for each day.
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The weekend officially kicks off with Opening Ceremonies at 6:00 p.m. Friday at the Historical Museum. There, get in the holiday spirit as you listen to holiday music by Victorian Brass as well as other holiday performances.
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The first day also features horse-drawn carriage rides and the Festival of Trees. The Bellefonte Community Choir Concert then performs at 7:30 p.m., with Nittany Valley Symphony Encore Ensemble following at 8:30 p.m. Both performances are at the Bellefonte Presbyterian Church.
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Bring the kids to meet Santa and dine on a delicious breakfast on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. at Faith United Methodist Church. Other kids' activities include...
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Storytime at the Centre County Library, Children's Tea at the Little House, and plenty of opportunities to keep hands busy with crafts.
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Embrace the holiday spirit as you encounter Dickens characters, as they meander around town singing Christmas carols and greeting townspeople.
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First time visiting Bellefonte or just want to admire the quaint town? You'll want to stroll through town all weekend, whether to shop at a craft show, catch a holiday performance, or partake in a cookie crawl.
Journey back in time on Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Fezziwig's Holiday Party. The party features costumed Dickens' characters, Christmas carols, parlor games, and a traditional Christmas meal.
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Guests must reserve a space and pre-pay for their admission to the party.
While we have only listed a few things, you'll want to check the official Bellefonte Victorian Christmas website for all the important details.
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Have you ever celebrated this Victorian Christmas in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments! For another simply magical holiday experience, plan a visit to Bethlehem, the Christmas City.

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  • Of course, there’s Bethlehem, also known as Christmas City, USA.
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  • Rocky Ridge Park in York has a Festival of Lights that simply outshines anything you’ve ever seen before.

 

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