The Magical Place In Pennsylvania Where It’s Christmas Year-Round

The National Christmas Center in Paradise, Pennsylvania offers a magical, year-round Christmas experience with various exhibits and a gift shop.

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!

Reclaim the childhood magic of Christmas when you visit The National Christmas Center in Paradise.

Stroll back through the decades as you explore the 22,000 square feet of the Christmas wonderland. Peek into window displays that will conjure memories of Christmases past.

Discover how Santa has evolved over the centuries as you view the more than 500 images of the man himself.

Slip into Santa's Workshop for a firsthand view of the elves hard at work, preparing gifts for good little boys and girls all over the world. The animated exhibit, of course, also features Santa.

Venture into Woolworth's in the 1950s, a magical display that shows off original store fixtures and merchandise from the 1930s through the 1950s.

Wander through other such popular exhibits as 1950s Christmas morning, Christmas around the World, Tudor Towne Animated, and Street of Memories.

Marvel at the First Christmas, O Holy Night, and the Art of the Nativity exhibits. The latter features creches from around the world, some dating back 200 years.

Browse thousands of Christmas items for sale at the gift shop. Among the most popular product lines include Merck Family's Old World Christmas and Byer's Choice LTD.

One thing's for sure: you won't help but feel the magic of the season, no matter the time of year you visit!

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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