The Lehigh Valley is full of amazing activities all December. From spectacular light displays to festive shopping, there is something for everyone. Have fun out there!

Light the Night

Thursday, December 11^th–Sunday, December 14^th 5PM-10PM

Thursday, December 18^th – Tuesday, December 23^rd 5PM-10PM

Friday, December 26^th – Tuesday, December 30^th 5PM-10PM

18 Golf Course Road, Sugarloaf, PA 18249

Begin your visit at the clubhouse, where you can enjoy snacks, warm refreshments, and hear classic Christmas carols performed by special guests from the North Pole. Then wander the glowing path through the rolling golf course, surrounded by LED displays, animated scenes, and festive holiday favorites.

Admission is 15 dollars for adults, 10 dollars for children ages 2 to 14, and free for children under 2.

Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem

Thursday, December 11^th/18^th 10AM-6PM

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 10AM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 10AM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 10AM-6PM

101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem is back for its 33rd year, bringing the charm of a German inspired holiday market to the Christmas City. This beloved event features talented artisans, live performances, delicious seasonal food, appearances by St. Nicholas, and the return of the world-famous German ornament maker Käthe Wohlfahrt.

Tickets are available online or at the entrance. Admission on Thursdays and Fridays is $12.50 in advance or $13.50 day of. Admission on Saturdays and Sundays is $14.50 in advance or $15.50 day of. Visitors can also take advantage of Special Savings on Friday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. when admission is free.

Easton Winter Village

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 4PM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 12PM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 12PM-5PM

1 Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042

The holiday season shines in downtown Easton as the Easton Winter Village returns from in Centre Square on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays till December 21^st. This festive market brings shopping, skating, live entertainment, and plenty of seasonal cheer, all admission free.

Stroll through more than 40 artisan huts, enjoy tasty treats and warm drinks, and check out family friendly activities and musical performances. Explore this year’s vendors at eastonwintervillage.com/vendors and see the full entertainment lineup at eastonwintervillage.com/music-activities.

City of Easton Menorah Lighting

Tuesday, December 16^th 5:30PM 

Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042 

Join Chabad of the Lehigh Valley and Big Easy Easton Brass for an outdoor Grand Menorah Lighting! Refreshments and live music!

Christmas Snow Tubing

Thursday, December 11^th/18^th 5PM-9PM

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 5PM-10PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 5PM-10PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 5PM-9PM

1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071

Slide into the season with Christmas themed snow tubing at Blue Mountain Resort. The Snow Tubing Park transforms into a glowing holiday playground every Thursday through Sunday night leading up to Christmas Eve, featuring red and green lights dancing across the snow to classic Christmas songs.

Tickets can be purchased online by selecting a Sonic Tubing timeslot from the e-store calendar. All riders must be at least 36 inches tall.

Christmas City Village

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 12PM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 12PM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 12PM-6PM

564 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Celebrate the season at Bethlehem’s Christmas City Village, a festive open air market set in the charming Sun Inn Courtyard within the Moravian Historic District. Visitors can explore holiday themed wooden huts filled with unique gift ideas, all with free admission.

After browsing the market, enjoy a stroll through beautifully decorated Downtown Bethlehem, where you will find local shops, gourmet restaurants, and historic Moravian museums.

Winter Light Spectacular

5150 Game Preserve Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078

Experience the magic of the season at the Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Winter Light Spectacular, running through January 3, 2026. Visitors can stroll along tree lined paths glowing with more than 1.2 million lights and themed animated displays, creating a festive atmosphere for all ages.

Admission for 2025 is 18 dollars for adults and 16 dollars for children ages 2 to 11. Lehigh Valley Zoo members receive 10 dollar admission with valid membership. Infants ages 0 to 1 are free. Group rates are available by contacting the zoo office.

Butler Township Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa Visit

Saturday, December 13^th 5PM-8PM

411 W. Butler Drive, Drums, PA 18222

This free community event brings families and friends together for an evening filled with lights, music, and holiday cheer.

The celebration includes the lighting of the outdoor Christmas tree, a perfect backdrop for festive photos. Santa Claus will also make a special appearance, giving children the chance to greet him and take a picture.

Guests can enjoy dance performances from Tracey’s Academy of Dance and join in hands on activities such as making reindeer food and Grinch dust with the Builders Club. The Drums PTA will also host a craft table where children can create a keepsake to bring home.

Visitors can grab dinner from Dante’s Inferno Food Truck and browse the indoor Holiday Market featuring local vendors.

Christmas in Nazareth

Saturday, December 13^th from 10AM-3PM

18 S Main Street, Nazareth, PA 18064

This town wide celebration takes place throughout Nazareth, with the Moravian Historical Society offering a full lineup of free family friendly activities.

Visitors can explore a holiday market featuring local artisans, enjoy food trucks, create free kids’ crafts, and view the annual Putz display. Historic Nazareth walking tours and live music in the museum add to the festive experience.

Lights in the Parkway

1700 Martin Luther King Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103

Allentown’s beloved holiday tradition, Lights in the Parkway, is back through January 6, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 10 PM (closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day). Visitors can enjoy more than a mile of dazzling LED displays, glowing tunnels, and festive scenes featuring over 200,000 lights.

Move It Mondays begin December 1, offering a free chance to walk, run, or bike through the lights. A bonus walking night is scheduled for January 6.

On Monday, December 15, the JCC will celebrate Hanukkah during Move It Monday. Stop by their table for a dreidel, enjoy snacks from Sunshine Cafe, and experience the lights up close. This free event is open to all ages and abilities.

Advance tickets are required for drive-through nights and must be purchased online. Admission is $16 per car (up to eight passengers) or $26 for commercial vans and small buses.

Thursday, December 11^th–Sunday, December 14^th 5PM-10PM

Thursday, December 18^th – Tuesday, December 23^rd 5PM-10PM

Friday, December 26^th – Tuesday, December 30^th 5PM-10PM

18 Golf Course Road, Sugarloaf, PA 18249

Begin your visit at the clubhouse, where you can enjoy snacks, warm refreshments, and hear classic Christmas carols performed by special guests from the North Pole. Then wander the glowing path through the rolling golf course, surrounded by LED displays, animated scenes, and festive holiday favorites.

Admission is 15 dollars for adults, 10 dollars for children ages 2 to 14, and free for children under 2.

Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem

Thursday, December 11^th/18^th 10AM-6PM

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 10AM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 10AM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 10AM-6PM

101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015

Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem is back for its 33rd year, bringing the charm of a German inspired holiday market to the Christmas City. This beloved event features talented artisans, live performances, delicious seasonal food, appearances by St. Nicholas, and the return of the world-famous German ornament maker Käthe Wohlfahrt.

Tickets are available online or at the entrance. Admission on Thursdays and Fridays is $12.50 in advance or $13.50 day of. Admission on Saturdays and Sundays is $14.50 in advance or $15.50 day of. Visitors can also take advantage of Special Savings on Friday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. when admission is free.

Easton Winter Village

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 4PM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 12PM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 12PM-5PM

1 Centre Square, Easton, PA 18042

The holiday season shines in downtown Easton as the Easton Winter Village returns from in Centre Square on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays till December 21^st. This festive market brings shopping, skating, live entertainment, and plenty of seasonal cheer, all admission free.

Stroll through more than 40 artisan huts, enjoy tasty treats and warm drinks, and check out family friendly activities and musical performances. Explore this year’s vendors at eastonwintervillage.com/vendors and see the full entertainment lineup at eastonwintervillage.com/music-activities.

Christmas Snow Tubing

Thursday, December 11^th/18^th 5PM-9PM

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 5PM-10PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 5PM-10PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 5PM-9PM

1660 Blue Mountain Drive, Palmerton, PA 18071

Slide into the season with Christmas themed snow tubing at Blue Mountain Resort. The Snow Tubing Park transforms into a glowing holiday playground every Thursday through Sunday night leading up to Christmas Eve, featuring red and green lights dancing across the snow to classic Christmas songs.

Tickets can be purchased online by selecting a Sonic Tubing timeslot from the e-store calendar. All riders must be at least 36 inches tall.

Christmas City Village

Friday, December 12^th/19^th 12PM-8PM

Saturday, December 13^th/20^th 12PM-8PM

Sunday, December 14^th/21^st 12PM-6PM

564 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Celebrate the season at Bethlehem’s Christmas City Village, a festive open air market set in the charming Sun Inn Courtyard within the Moravian Historic District. Visitors can explore holiday themed wooden huts filled with unique gift ideas, all with free admission.

After browsing the market, enjoy a stroll through beautifully decorated Downtown Bethlehem, where you will find local shops, gourmet restaurants, and historic Moravian museums.

Winter Light Spectacular

5150 Game Preserve Road, Schnecksville, PA 18078

Experience the magic of the season at the Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Winter Light Spectacular, running through January 3, 2026. Visitors can stroll along tree lined paths glowing with more than 1.2 million lights and themed animated displays, creating a festive atmosphere for all ages.

Admission for 2025 is 18 dollars for adults and 16 dollars for children ages 2 to 11. Lehigh Valley Zoo members receive 10 dollar admission with valid membership. Infants ages 0 to 1 are free. Group rates are available by contacting the zoo office.

Butler Township Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa Visit

Saturday, December 13^th 5PM-8PM

411 W. Butler Drive, Drums, PA 18222

This free community event brings families and friends together for an evening filled with lights, music, and holiday cheer.

The celebration includes the lighting of the outdoor Christmas tree, a perfect backdrop for festive photos. Santa Claus will also make a special appearance, giving children the chance to greet him and take a picture.

Guests can enjoy dance performances from Tracey’s Academy of Dance and join in hands on activities such as making reindeer food and Grinch dust with the Builders Club. The Drums PTA will also host a craft table where children can create a keepsake to bring home.

Visitors can grab dinner from Dante’s Inferno Food Truck and browse the indoor Holiday Market featuring local vendors.

Christmas in Nazareth

Saturday, December 13^th from 10AM-3PM

18 S Main Street, Nazareth, PA 18064

This town wide celebration takes place throughout Nazareth, with the Moravian Historical Society offering a full lineup of free family friendly activities.

Visitors can explore a holiday market featuring local artisans, enjoy food trucks, create free kids’ crafts, and view the annual Putz display. Historic Nazareth walking tours and live music in the museum add to the festive experience.

Lights in the Parkway

1700 Martin Luther King Blvd., Allentown, PA 18103

Allentown’s beloved holiday tradition, Lights in the Parkway, is back through January 6, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 10 PM (closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day). Visitors can enjoy more than a mile of dazzling LED displays, glowing tunnels, and festive scenes featuring over 200,000 lights.

Move It Mondays begin December 1, offering a free chance to walk, run, or bike through the lights. A bonus walking night is scheduled for January 6.

On Monday, December 15, the JCC will celebrate Hanukkah during Move It Monday. Stop by their table for a dreidel, enjoy snacks from Sunshine Cafe, and experience the lights up close. This free event is open to all ages and abilities.

Advance tickets are required for drive-through nights and must be purchased online. Admission is $16 per car (up to eight passengers) or $26 for commercial vans and small buses.