The Holiday Season is in fully swing and the Lehigh Valley certainly doesn't lack in festive activities and traditions this time of year. From classic horse & carriage rides in the "Christmas City" of Bethlehem, PA to light shows further west, here's our list of Holiday happenings for 2021.

Christkindlmarkt (Bethlehem, PA)

This one-of-a-kind family event celebrates the spirit of the season on Bethlehem's South Side. Twice recognized as one of the best holiday markets in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure magazine, this event features handmade gifts by some of the nation's finest artisans, live Christmas music, food and spirits vendors, and more. 

https://www.christmascity.org/christkindlmarkt/

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in the Christmas City (Bethlehem, PA)

Loved amongst locals and out of town guests alike, enjoy a holiday tradition by taking a serene horse-drawn carriage ride through beautiful downtown Bethlehem. Enjoy the lights, signs, and sounds of the Christmas City which is also a National Historic Landmark. 

https://historicbethlehem.org/carriage-rides-christmas-hours/

Christmas Huts on Main (Bethlehem, PA) 

Charming, holiday-themed wooden huts featuring local artisans and unique vendors are set up along Bethlehem’s Main Street again this year through December 27th. Stroll through downtown to take in the sights of the Christmas City and support small businesses by shopping locally. Newly added for 2020 are the Christmas Cottages, located just below Main Street in the Industrial Quarter.

https://getdowntownbethlehem.com/get-christmas/huts-on-main/

Easton Winter Village (Easton, PA)

Celebrating it's 2nd year, the Easton Winter Village has outdoor shopping, entertainment, and a skating rink set up in and around Center Square in Downtown Easton. 20+ huts are set up with holiday shopping, tasty treats, and more for all your Holiday shopping needs. The ice rink is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until December 31st, and is free for Easton residents and $5 for non-residents. Various events will also take place throughout the season including live music, visits with Santa, ice carving, and more.

https://www.exploreeastonpa.com/easton-winter-village

Christmas in Color at Dorney Park (Allentown, PA)

Explore Christmas like never before by driving through millions of perfectly synchronized lights to holiday music you can tune into through your radio. Drive by giant candy canes, snowmen, arched pathways and more at this family-friendly light extravaganza. 

https://christmasincolor.net/allentown

Lehigh Valley Zoo Winter Lights Spectacular (Schnecksville, PA)

Each year the Lehigh Valley Zoo turns into a Winter Wonderland using more than 1.2 million lights to create their Winter Lights Spectacular. Featured in USA Today, this family-favorite activity is a great way to get into the Holiday Spirit. The event runs through January 1st 2022 and tickets can be purchased online. 

https://www.lvzoo.org/event/winter-light-spectacular/

However you decide to celebrate the Holidays, the team at Tuskes Homes wishes you nothing but happiness during this joyous time of year. Happy Holidays from the team at Tuskes Homes!