2019 Holiday

Guide

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Discover heartwarming traditions

Calendar of EventsFeatured AttractionsShoppingShowsHoliday Deals

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t he Holiday Season in Lancaster County is a joyous time of fond memories and festive traditions. It’s the perfect time to take in a Broadway-caliber show at

one of our many theaters, seek the thrill of snow tubing down runs designed for kids of all ages, or enjoy one of our many unique holiday events.

Winter in Lancaster is also ideal for exploring the many ways we celebrate the holidays—take in the aromas of freshly baked seasonal treats, wander through our beautiful, historic towns & villages, and pick up a few Christmas gifts along the way. See why the holidays in Lancaster County are truly something special.

On the cover: Our cover image, courtesy of Venture Lititz, was taken on Lititz’s charming, snowy Main Street.

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Mayor’s Tree Lighting

What’s Happening

Nov. 29Mayor’s Tree Lighting & Tuba Christmas Penn Square

Nov. 30Small Business Saturday Lancaster County

Nov. 29, 30Dinner with Mrs. Claus Kitchen Kettle Village

Nov. 30Breakfast with Yummie & Santa | Kitchen Kettle Village

dec. 21Breakfast with Yummie & Santa | Kitchen Kettle Village

dec. 6, 7,13,14, 20, 21Dinner with Mrs. Claus Kitchen Kettle Village

dec. 7Breakfast with Sanra Lancaster Marriott

dec. 20Music Friday Winter Edition | Downtown Lancaster

dec. 31New Year’s Eve Celebration | Binn’s Park

Nov. + Dec. select datesDutch Winter Wonderland Dutch Wonderland®

Nov. 23, 24, 29, 30Santa’s Paradise Express Strasburg Rail Road™

Dec. 13, 19, 20, 23Santa’s Christmas Trolley | Strasburg Rail Road™

Dec. 7, 8Belsnickle Christmas Tour | Authentic Bed & Breakfasts

Dec. 7, 14Home for the Holidays Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania

Dec. 9, 10, 26-29Christmas at theCloister and Lantern Tours | Ephrata Cloister

Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22Scootin’ with Santa Tour Strasburg Scooters

Dec. 26-28Candlelight Yuletide Tours | Rock Ford Plantation

Dec. 18Lancaster Shops Late Downtown Lancaster

Dec. 14, 21Ice Cream with Santa Turkey Hill Experience

Dec. 13Holiday Bonfire | Landis Valley Village & Farm MuseumSanta’s Paradise Express

Strasburg Rail Road™

Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22

the quintessential Lancaster holiday activities

Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23The Night Before Christmas Train Strasburg Rail Road™

With so much going on this holiday season, you are sure to find a special event to attend while you are in town. Wheather you are seeking out Santa, a Yuletine Tour, or holiday shopping we have plenty to fill your calendar.

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Authentic B&Bs “Find your Belsnickle” Tour

The Belsnickle, Santa’s naughty cousin, is hiding. Come tour a selection of B&Bs decked for the holidays and find our Belsnickles. Tickets to the tour include entry into the Choo Choo Barn. At each inn you visit, enter to win our drawing for a free stay (up to $325 value), and sample our signature cookies. A portion of the proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish®. Saturday and Sunday, December 7-8.

Visit authenticbandb.com/belsnickle for tickets and more info.

Choo Choo Barn- Traintown U.S.A.®

Yuletide at Wheatland

The Choo Choo Barn brings the magic of Christmas to its gigantic model train layout. Watch as Santa’s sleigh flies above the snow-covered landscape, which includes 150 hand-built animations and 22 moving trains. Enjoy Christmas lights and music throughout the display while searching for 58 hidden Santas. Begins November 21!

226 Gap Rd., Strasburg, PA 17579717-687-7911 | choochoobarn.com

Experience the cheer and tradition of Yuletide past at LancasterHistory! Enjoy a guided tour of President James Buchanan’s 1828 mansion, exquisitely decorated for the holiday season, and access to LancasterHistory’s museum exhibitions from November 25 – December 30, 2019. Tickets and more information available at lancasterhistory.org/yuletide.

230 N. President Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603717-392-4633 | lancasterhistory.org

LANCASTER CITY FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Strasburg Rail Road™

Activities include visits with Santa, horse drawn wagon rides, holiday window decorating contest, special events and holiday shopping. Mayor’s Tree Lighting- November 29. Lancaster Shops Late- December 12 until 9 PM. Free concerts on Music Friday, December 20th in Penn Square and in Binns Park on New Year’s Eve.

Lancaster City, Lancaster, PA 17603717-291-4758 | visitlancastercity.com

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Strasburg Rail Road during our Christmas Train Events, featuring Santa, carolers, storybook classics, and more! Reserve your seat and create a holiday tradition that your family will remember for years to come.

301 Gap Rd., Ronks, PA 17572866-725-9666 | strasburgrailroad.com

Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery

The Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery is located in historic Lititz, Pennsylvania. Visitors can tour the original pretzel bakery, get a hands-on lesson in pretzel twisting using a playdough mixture, enjoy hard and soft pretzels, chocolate treats, and souvenirs.

219 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543-2011717-626-4354 | juliussturgis.com

Kitchen Kettle VillageCreate a lasting memory this holiday season with a visit to Kitchen Kettle Village. Find unique and locally made gifts. Enjoy live musicians, carolers, marshmallow toasting, hot cider, plus special dinners and breakfasts with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Friday nights and Saturdays between Thanksgiving - Christmas.

3529 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, PA 17534717-768-8261 | kitchenkettle.com

Dutch Winter WonderlandThe perfect holiday family event! Enjoy thousands of glistening lights, over 20 themed rides and family-friendly attractions, and your favorite holiday treats at Dutch Winter Wonderland! Open select days November - December. Visit dutchwonderland.com.

2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 176021-866-386-2839 | dutchwonderland.com

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L ancaster County is known for unique sweets, treats, and experiences. If you’re struggling to find the perfect stocking stuffers for those you

love, and would like to share a bit of the experience YOU love when you come to Lancaster County, perhaps you should pick up one of these stocking stuffers found only in Lancaster County, PA. Also, be sure to stop in our local shops on Small Business Saturday, November 30.

holiday shoppinggreat gifts for all the people on your list

Wilbur BudsWilbur Chocolate Store 45 N. Broad St., Lititz

hand-painted Springerle OrnamentLandis Valley Museum 2451 Kissel Hill Rd.,Lancaster

Lancaster Central Market CookbookLancaster Central Market | 23 N. Market St., Lancaster

Coffee Beans Lancaster County Coffee Roasters 23 N. Market St., Lancaster

whoopie pies Bird-in-Hand Bakery 2715 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand

Jams & jelliesKitchen Kettle Village 3529 Old Philadelphia Pk., Intercourse

Infused olive oil Olio Olive Oil & Balsamics 41 S Broad St., Lititz

hand-quilted ornament Family Farm Quilts 3511 W Newport Rd., Ronks

hand-made soapHertzog Home Spa Collection 470 West Metzler Rd.,Ephrata

essential oilsJosiah’s Oils8 Meadow Ln., Lancaster

Season PassesDutch Wonderland 2249 Lincoln Hwy., Lancaster

TicketsTurkey Hill Experience 301 Linden St., Columbia

Alpaca wool socks Eastland Alpacas 2089 Rissler Mill Rd., Mount Joy

screenprinted shirt Foxduck 154 N. Prince St., Lancaster

Candle from Hamilton Wax Co. Sophie Stargazer Boutique 323 N Queen St., Lancaster

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Hershey Sweet Lights

Ziplines at Refreshing MountainBack by popular demand, our “Christmas Lights and Ziplines” experience is sure to be one of the most unique memories you will have this season. We have expanded our light displays and the activities that are available for evening fun, running from Thanksgiving to New Years. Reservations are required.

455 Camp Rd., Stevens, PA 17578717-738-1490 | refreshingmountain.com

other holiday favorites

Lancaster is full of holiday activities for all ages from Scootin’ with Santa at Strasburg Scooters, to Hershey Sweet Lights at HersheyPark®, and the Christmas Country Village at Landis Valley Village & Farm Musuem— there are plenty of things to keep little ones entertained. History buffs will love the Lantern Tours at the Ephrata Cloister, Yuletide at Rock Ford Plantation, and the Home for the Holidays event at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. Fashionistas can shop till their heart’s content around the County at our many boutiques and independent shops. Plus, foodies can enjoy treats that tickle every tastebud.

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Discover spectacular shows

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American Music TheatreTHE 2019 CHRISTMAS SHOW: Joy to the WorldThis live, musical experience will feature favorite holiday songs, outstanding singing and dancing, and the incredible AMT Orchestra. Come celebrate the magic of the season with the region’s biggest Christmas Show! November 1 - December 30, 2019.

2425 Lincoln Hwy E., Lancaster, PA 17602800-648-4102 | amtshows.com

Bird-in-Hand StageA Bird-in-Hand Christmas to Remember. In this holiday musical, Matthew and Mary face challenges as owners of a thrift store and caregivers for an elderly parent. Intriguing characters and unique situations reveal unexpected treasures in the most unlikely places. October 30 – December 28.

2760 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505 | 800-790-4069 | Bird-in-Hand.com

Dutch Apple Dinner TheatreIrving Berlin’s Holiday Inn. Based on the classic film, experience a whole year of holidays in one wonderful musical with hits like Blue Skies, Easter Parade, Steppin’ Out With My Baby, Heat Wave, Cheek to Cheek and many more! Combined with a traditional holiday menu for one package price. November 14 - January 4, 2020. Special New Year’s Eve dinner and celebration.

510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601717-898-1900 | DutchApple.com

Magic & Wonder At the Bird-in-Hand StageA Magical Merry Christmas. Take a journey to the North Pole and watch toys come to life in Santa’s Workshop in this all-new magic variety show from master illusionist Brett A. Myers and his talented cast. Enjoy the amazing illusions, side-splitting comedy, dazzling costumes and the inspiring message about making holiday wishes magically come true while remembering the true meaning of the season. November 6- January 1, 2020.

2760 Old Philadelphia Pk., Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505 | 800-790-4069 |

W hether you are in the mood for a timeless classic like Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn, or an original production such as American Music Theatre’s Christmas

Show: Joy to the World we have a production for you. Music, dance, comedy, and drama that celebrate the season can be found on stages large and small around the county. So come on, get carried away by those happy holiday tunes and make your trip a little more merry. You may find a new family tradition! See the schedule below, and book your tickets today.

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Nov. 1 – Dec. 30

The 2019 Christmas Show: Joy to the World American Music Theatre

Nov. 6 – Jan. 1

A Magical Merry Christmas Bird-in-Hand Stage

oct. 30 – Dec. 28

A Bird-in-Hand Christmas to Remember Bird-in-Hand Stage

Nov. 2 – Dec. 29

A Christmas in Paradise Rainbow’s Comedy Playhouse

Nov. 12 – Dec. 29

Peter Pan Fulton Theatre

Nov. 14 – Jan. 4

A Christmas Carol Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

The Fulton Theatre

American Music Theatre

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LancasterMagicShow.com

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celebrate the new year

Create happy memories

H ere in Lancaster there are all sorts of ways to celebrate the New Year! Instead of watching the ball drop at midnight, why not drop a shoe, or a red rose, or even a

100 pound bologna? These as well as other unusual objects are dropped in various towns around the county to ring in the New Year. In addition to these silly traditions, you can enjoy intimate dinners, parties, and lots of live music. On New Year’s Day, be sure to eat some pork and sauerkraut. This Pennsylvania Dutch meal is traditionally served on New Year’s Day and is thought to bring good luck and good fortune in the coming year.

T he holiday season is a wonderful time of year for memory making. Whether you a creating family traditions like attending the Downtown Tree Lighting and

Tuba Christmas, seeing a holiday show, or having a special moment with your sweetheart in a cozy cafe there are plently of places to create happy memories around Lancaster County.

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Discover peaceful moments

D o you feel like you are always racing around during the holidays, trying to complete every task on your list, attend every party, bake all the cookies? It’s

hard to do all of that and still be as jolly as the Big Man himself! Here in Lancaster we like to take a quieter approach to the season. Yes, we still have the lights, the cookies, and the trees, but there is also a peaceful sense of appreciation around the County. Leave the stressing to Santa, and come explore at a slower pace. After all, aren’t the little things really the big things in life? We sure think so!

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$5 OFF THE 2019 CHRISTMAS SHOW: JOY TO THE WORLD

11/1/19-12/30/19 Valid for up to four regularly-priced

adult tickets. New orders only. Cannot be combined with other offers. Must

mention code DLHG19.

spend more time together, and less money

$2 OFF DUTCH WINTER WONDERLAND TICKETS

11/23/19-12/30/19 Promo Code: 193035

Valid on up to 4 regular admissions, ages 3-59

holiday deals

FREE COUPON BOOK

With over $300 worth of savings to all the name brands you love. Bring this

coupon to the mall office located down the hallway next to Five Below or Pep-

peridge Farm located in Suite 121.

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le did you know.. . Instead of leaving a treat for Santa on Christmas Eve, Pennsylvania German youngsters would leave an empty plate under their Christmas tree for the Grishkindel (Christ child) to fill with sweets for them to eat.

$3 OFF EACH ADULT TRADITIONAL SMORGASBORD

See other side for details.

Get the whole Miller’s story at www.Millers1929.com

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American Music Theatre

$5.00 off The 2019 Christmas Show: Joy to the World. 11/1/19-12/30/19 Valid for up to four regularly-priced

adult tickets. New orders only. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Must mention code DLHG19.

2425 Lincoln Hwy E. Lancaster, PA 17602

800-648-4102 amtshows.com

holiday deals

Dutch Wonderland

$2 off Dutch Winter Wonderland tickets11/23/19-12/30/19

Promo Code: 193035 Valid on up to 4 regular

admissions, ages 3-59. Cannot be combined with other offers.

2249 Lincoln Highway EastLancaster, PA 17602

717-291-1888dutchwonderland.com

spend more time together, and less money

Free Coupon Book

With over $300 worth of savings to all the name brands you love.

Bring this coupon to the mall office located down the hallway next to Five Below or Pepperidge Farm

located in Suite 121.

35 S Willowdale Dr.Lancaster, PA 17602

7170293-9292shoprockvale.com

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gdid you know.. . One of the first known written mentions of a Christmas tree in America is found in the 1821 diary of Matthew Zahn, who lived right here in Lancaster.

Miller’s Smorgasbord

$3 OFF Miller’s Traditional Smorgasbord. Valid for up to 6

ADULTS. Not valid Saturdays after 4 PM, or with other offers, specials, group rates, on Menu Dining, Soup

& Salad Buffet or holidays. Expires 12/31/19. PLU 536.

2811 Lincoln Hwy E. Ronks, PA 17572800-669-3568Millers1929.com

See Lancaster County’s Most Unique Attraction!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when A Christmas Journey rings in the Holidays! Showman, Phineas T. Firefly revels in the season using the Magic Lantern and stunning images from the 1800’s to tell humorous and moving stories. From Twas The Night Before Christmas to A Christmas Carol, you’ll laugh and perhaps even shed a tear!

For Exact Showtimes and Discount Info Visit or Call www.MagicLanternTheater.com • 717.768.8400 Ext. 210

“A Christmas JOURNEY”

presents

$2 .00 OFFSave an additional $2.00 off per adult from the already discounted online Magic Lantern ticket price. Use code ML2 when making your reservation at MagicLanternTheater.com.

November 29–December 28. Closed Christmas.

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