There’s no doubt about it: Christmas in Pennsylvania is positively magical. Bustling small towns, enchanting holiday lights displays — the list goes on! And if you’re someone who doesn’t want to wait for the holidays to embrace the magic of the season, then we have some wonderful news for you. The National Christmas Center in Paradise, Pennsylvania is a special family-friendly destination where it’s Christmas year-round! Whether you’re visiting on a random summer day, or you’re looking for things to do at Christmas in PA, you’ll find that this landmark is nothing short of magical. Curious to learn more? We’ve got all the details below!

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Have you ever visited The National Christmas Center? What was your experience there like? Feel free to share it with us in the comments below — we would love to hear from you! For more information, be sure to check out The National Christmas Center on Facebook. Looking for even more holiday joy? We’ve compiled a list of our favorite Christmas towns in Pennsylvania, and they are absolutely magical!

And don’t forget to browse our ultimate gift-giving guide for the season. We bet you’ll find something for everyone on your list this year!

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What are some of the best Christmas towns in Pennsylvania to visit?

If you're planning to spend the holidays in Pennsylvania, then you're in luck! Below you'll find a list of some of our favorite Christmas towns in Pennsylvania:

  • Bethlehem
  • Jim Thorpe
  • Ligonier
  • Bellefonte
  • Lititz
  • Indiana
  • Wellsboro

 

For more information about what makes each of these places so unique, check out our full list outlining the very best Christmas towns in Pennsylvania. Happy exploring!

What is there to do in winter in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania in the wintertime can be downright magical. We've compiled a list of some fun things to do in winter in Pennsylvania:

  • Koziar's Christmas Village
  • Hershey Sweet Lights
  • Holidays Lights on the Lake
  • Longwood Gardens
  • A Gettysburg Christmas Festival
  • Dickens of a Christmas
  • Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
  • Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania
  • Indiana, Pennsylvania
  • Blue Cross RiverRink
  • Moraine State Park in Portersville
  • Camelback Mountain Resort
  • Seven Springs Mountain Resort
  • Sawmill Family Resort
  • The Lodge at Woodloch
  • Split Rock Resort

 

These are just a handful of the many options available for winter-friendly adventures in Pennsylvania. Would you like to know more? Head on over to our full article detailing all these wonderful winter-friendly attractions in Pennsylvania.

What are the best winter hiking trails in PA?

If you're planning to go hiking in Pennsylvania during the winter, check out these winter-friendly trails:

  • Mount Davis Highpoint Trail – Mount Davis
  • Raymondskill Falls Loop Trail – Milford
  • Laurel Hill Lake Trail – Somerset
  • Tank Hollow Trail – Jim Thorpe
  • Chickies Rock Overlook Trail – Columbia
  •  Little Falls Trail – Greentown
  • Jacoby Hollow Trail – Trout Run

 

Learn more about these magical winter hiking trails in Pennsylvania!

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