For we need a little Christmas right this very minute! Looking to get into the holiday spirit? Though celebrations may look and feel a bit different this year, the holiday season in Bucks County will still be a memorable and meaningful experience. In our 2020 Holiday Guide, we've gathered all of the best events and experiences that Bucks County has to offer this year.
Read on for:
Holiday Events & Celebrations
Where to See Santa
Where to Get a Live Tree
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
#LoveLocal Gift Guide
Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show (Photo taken by Elisa Baxt.)
Holiday Events & Celebrations:
Indulge in tried & true classic holiday celebrations and events and also create new traditions with brand-new spectacles festivities:
A Very Furry Christmas and Furry & Bright Christmas Drive-Thru Experience at Sesame Place
When: Now through January 3, 2021
Where: Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA 19047
Join Sesame characters to celebrate the holiday season at their annual A Very Furry Christmas event! At $20.99 (limited time only, check website for the most accurate pricing), for single day tickets for ages two and up, the park is transformed into a spectacle of twinkling lights, festive décor and sights and sips for those of all ages to enjoy!
Take in the “1-2-3 Christmas Tree Show,” a brand-new music and light show featuring a 30-foot, fully animated tree! Watch in amazement as the trees project images and sing along to the holiday soundtrack in accompaniment! Be sure to hop on the Sesame Place Furry Express for both a fun train ride, plus an exclusive tour of The TwiddleBugs’ Gingerbread Factory!
If you're not comfortable walking around the park, you can also visit from the comfort of your own vehicle! This year, there is a brand-new Furry & Bright Christmas Drive-Thru! Priced at $45 per car, on select dates on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 5-8pm, between November 10-December 23. Take a journey through a festive Winter delight amid twinkling lights, décor, holiday music and even falling snowflakes creating the illusion of a Winter snowfall. Also delight in an illuminated, 9-foot Menorah to commemorate Hanukkah and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for Santa!
Find out more HERE.
Gingerbread House Display and Lights at Peddler’s Village
When: Now through through January 9
Where: Street Road and Route 263, Lahaska
Stroll the village, indulge in holiday shopping and festive treats and check out the annual Gingerbread House Displays.
Peddler’s Village Family Mystery Walking Tours: Elf on the Stealth:
When: Fridays, November 20 through January 10. Fridays at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturdays on the hour from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays on the hour from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Street Road and Route 263, Lahaska
It’s almost Christmas, and the Elf on the Shelf is missing! Join Mrs. Claus at the “North Pole” for a walking tour and help solve the mystery of the missing Elf on the Shelf.Tickets are $25 per person. It does not include dinner, but you can enjoy dinner before or after the show and receive a 10% discount at select restaurants by showing your receipt. Tours are limited to 20 people per tour and masks are required. Purchase tickets HERE.
Holidays at Fonthill Castle
When: Now through January 3 (Each experience has different dates/times of operation)
Where: East Court Street and Route 313, Doylestown
Fonthill Castle is always beautifully decorated with themed holiday trees and decorations. This year, they're offering three holiday programs. 1) Daily guided Winter Wonderland tours of the castle where you'll learn about the life and legacy of Henry Chapman Mercer. 2) Explore at your own pace during a 30-minute Holiday Lights Meander. 3) See Fonthill Castle aglow during their guided Evening Tours. Get details and purchase tickets HERE.
Amazing Christmas Village Market in Neshaminy Square
When: November 20 through December 24
Where: Neshaminy Square (where PennDOT is), 4201 Neshaminy Blvd., Bensalem
This is the first year for this event! There will be wooden kiosks set up for vendors of all kinds. Read more about it HERE.
Holiday Drive-In Movie Spectacular at Snipes Farm
When: Select dates starting Friday, November 20. Movies will start at 7 p.m. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m.
Where: 890 W. Bridge Street, Morrisville
This is a first of its kind immersive holiday experience created with Mid Atlantic Event Group and Snipes Farm. Come watch holiday favorite movies on a 50-foot screen as a Winter Wonderland and Holiday Lights surround you! Tickets are $40 per car. For a schedule of the movies and to purchase tickets, visit THIS site.
Christmas Village in Philadelphia
When: Preview Weekend is November 21-22. Officially opens on Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. After that, Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: LOVE Park and City Hall Courtyard, Philadelphia
Christmas Village (photo provided by Aversa PR, taken prior to 2020)
The Christmas Village in Philadelphia is one tradition that is committed to providing a safe and fun experience this year!
The authentic open-air German-style Christmas Market at LOVE Park and City Hall will return from Thanksgiving Day, November 26 through Christmas Eve, December 24. Keeping in mind the health of vendors and guests, there will be a considerably modified layout and extensive safety precautions in response to COVID-19. Find out more HERE.
Wild Lights at Elmwood Park Zoo
When: Now through December 30, 2020, on select dates, 5-9pm.
Where: Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown, PA
Get ready to delight in animals, glistening lights and even Santa, himself, as Wild Lights, a holiday exhibition, returns to Elmwood Park Zoo!Running from November 20-December 30, from 5-9pm, purchase advance tickets online and enjoy new light attractions, even more animals on exhibit than before, stroll through “Oh Christmas Tree,” and be amazed by the glistening trees. Even stroll the Trail of the Jumping Jaguar, where jaguars will make your acquaintance!Enjoy live music as you take in the lights and sights, plus the chance to see Santa!
Legoland Discovery Center Holiday Bricktacular
When: November 20, 2020-January 3, 2021 (Weekends, only), Tickets – $17.95 for adults & children ages 3 and older; children under 2 are FREE.
Where: Legoland Discovery Center, 500 W. Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA
Celebrate the holiday season surrounded by a festively decorated plethora of LEGOS! Every weekend this holiday season, join Legoland for their Holiday Bricktacular and snap photos on their LEGO sleigh and meet their new LEGO reindeer! Also, build a LEGO ornament and decorate their holiday tree. Be sure to dress up in your favorite ugly sweater to celebrate and stop by the Elves’ workshop! Click HERE for more.
Christmas Excursions on the New Hope Railroad
When: Now through December 30
Where: 32 W. Bridge Street, New Hope
New Hope Railroad (Photo by Michelle Reese)
The New Hope Railroad offers two Christmas-themed train rides: Santa's Steam Train Ride (a Steam Locomotive powered excursion) and the North Pole Express Train (a Diesel Locomotive Powered Excursion). Both rides are a 1-hour roundtrip from New Hope to Lahaska.
This year, they're also debuting a brand new experience: Santa's Private Railcar! After deboarding the train, passengers will be able to visit a magical railcar to get photos with Santa in his workshop.
A Longwood Christmas
When: Now through January 10, 2021; Gardens open daily, 10am-11pm; timed admissions tickets are required: $25 for adults 19 and older, $22 for seniors 65 and older & college students with ID, $18 for military and vet, $13 for youth ages 5-18.
Where: Longwood Gardens, 1001 Longwood Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348
Light up the holiday season amid festive twinkling trees and plant palettes in shades of winter whites, reds and deep evergreens. Explore favorites like poinsettias and other festive plants and flowers within the observatory. Head outside and take in the famed Garden Railway, a display of 31 locomotives, steam engines, diesel engines, specialty engines and even childhood favorite, Thomas the Tank Engine! Becoming a “tunnel of light,” for the holidays, it is a fun way to add delight to the season.
Enjoy holiday music from Rob Dickenson & The Brandywine Christmas Minstrels while taking in the outdoor displays. Don’t forget to take in the transfixing open-air theatre fountain shows!
Find out more HERE.
Pearl S. Buck International Festival of Trees
When: Now through Wednesday, December 30
Where: 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie
Each year during the Annual Festival of Trees, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations. The event showcases beautiful trees and vignettes designed by Bucks County’s best artists, decorators, and local community groups to convey the spirit of Pearl S. Buck’s legacy as an author, humanitarian, and activist. Even though this year will look a little different due to COVID-19 protocols, the Festival of Trees remains one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Festival of Trees will run from Saturday, November 14 – Wednesday, December 30, 2020. There will be no tours on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, or New Year’s Eve.
Tour sizes are limited to 5 people. Schedule a tour HERE.
Shady Brook 2020 Holiday Light Show, Santa Visits, Holiday Gift Shoppe & More
When: Friday, November 27 through December 23 (Light Show continues until January 10)
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show (Photo taken by Elisa Baxt.)
Shady Brook Farm's spectacular Holiday Light Show is a Bucks County tradition featuring more than 3 million lights illuminating acres of farmland. Encounter whimsical displays and familiar characters as your drive through in the comfort of your own car or enjoy the show on an open-air wagon ride (weather permitting.)
NOTE: This year, you will need to purchased TIMED tickets! Timed tickets will be available soon HERE.
Shady Brook Farm (Photo by Jessica Williams, taken prior to 2020.)
In addition to the Light Show, you can also come out to the Festival Field to shop for your live Christmas tree, find a special gift at the Holiday Gift Shoppe, toast s'mores, enjoy a drink, and visit with Santa! Santa will be in an all-new heated Santa House, visiting with just one family at a time, and taking socially distant photos. And ALL New for 2020: Reserve a private campfire!
Holiday Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum
When: Friday, November 27 through December 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and select nights from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia
Holiday Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum (Photo by Michelle Reese)
Visitors of all ages will be wowed by a quarter mile of track featuring seven loops and tunnels with fifteen different rail lines and two cable cards, nine bridges, and more! It's all set in a lovely winter garden with all of the displays and building made of natural materials. Advance tickets are required and can be purchased HERE.
PHestivaL of Trees
When: Friday, November 27 through Sunday, November 29 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: The Fairgrounds at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Avenue, Oaks
This festive holiday drive-thru features 200 uniquely decorated holiday trees, live nativity scenes, Hanukkah menorah, Kwanzaa imagery, a 30-foot live decorated tee, a drone light show … and even Santa! Tickets are $20 per car and benefit local animal shelters and rescues. Find out more HERE.
Pearl S. Buck VIRTUAL Holiday Craft Show
When: Friday, November 27 through Sunday, December 26
Where: Online HERE
(Photo provided by Pearl S. Buck International.)
The Holiday Craft Show has been a Bucks County tradition for almost three decades—and this year it will be virtual! Enjoy a unique shopping experience at this high end craft show which offers jury-selected gifts, decorations, food, jewelry, apparel, and more from professional crafters, artists, and chefs. Even though it will look different this year, the Holiday Craft Show will still be the perfect place to find an array of amazing holiday gifts for your family and friends. A portion of all sales during the dates of the craft show will benefit the work and mission of Pearl S. Buck International—support us from the comfort and safety of your own home!
Winter on Broad Street: A Holiday Light Spectacular!
When: November 27, 2020-January 3, 2021; Sun-Thurs: 5-10pm; Fri-Sat: 5-11pm; Tickets – Adults 14 and older – $32.50, Children 13 and younger – $27.50, children under 5 are FREE
Where: Wells Fargo Center, 3601 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Offered for the first time ever, join the Wells Fargo Center for Winter on Broad Street! Strap on your warmest boots and attire and stroll through 160,000 sq ft of an outdoor winter wonderland! Take in various light installations and sculptures which include: a 25 ft reindeer, 20ft ornament, an enchanted forest, “Under the Tree” pop-up with life-size, lit toys and much more!
Also indulge in seasonal sweet treats and beverages while you stroll, such as spiked ciders and cocoas, Chickie’s & Pete’s crab fries, Bavarian pretzels and more!
Find out more HERE.
Stonybrook Lights Home Display
When: Starting Saturday, November 28; every weeknight from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and weekends from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 56 Stonybrook Drive, Levittown
Stonybrook Lights is a home lights display synchronized with 10 favorite holiday songs. Tune your radio to 88.3 FM.
12th Annual (VIRTUAL) House Lighting at The Warrell's Elderberry Lights
When: Saturday, November 28 at 6 p.m.
Where: Facebook or YouTube for live stream, visit another night at 257 Elderberry Drive, Levittown
The Warrell Family won't be hosting their normal large crowds with refreshments this year, but they'll be live streaming the lightning of their house for their season. Be sure to stop by to see the lights throughout the holiday!
Holly Nights at Home (VIRTUAL) Pennsbury Manor Event
When: Thursday, December 3 and Friday, December 4
Where: ONLINE Event
Pennsbury Manor hosts their Holly Nights every December. This year, instead of welcoming the community in person, they're hosting a live Facebook event with free educational videos, holiday greetings from the Pennsbury community and Father Christmas himself! Get more details HERE.
Bucks County Playhouse Presents “The Playhouse Merry Little Christmas Concert”
When: Thursday, December 3 – Sunday, December 13
Where: 70 S. Main Street, New Hope
Bucks County Playhouse celebrates the holidays this year with “A Playhouse Merry Little Christmas!” Take a nostalgic journey to celebrations of Christmas past in this delightful, hour-long concert featuring a cast of four, singing and dancing up a holiday storm accompanied by a live on-stage band. Songs include “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”, medleys from your favorite holiday movies, and some spectacular tap dancing for good measure! Enjoy a hot chocolate in our holiday tent before or after the show… and celebrate the holidays the Playhouse way!
Live audiences are strictly limited (Only 20% of our usual capacity is allowed in the Playhouse), so order early. Each concert is presented under the Playhouse’s stringent safety protocols: hospital quality HVAC system, a spray down prior to every performance, and masks for all.
The Blinkinghouse
When: Nightly starting December 4
Where: 9 Franklin Street, Levittown
The BlinkingHouse is a home Christmas display with 40,000 lights, 120 blow molds, 70 colored spheres in 9 trees, 5 fully lit evergreens (from 6 ft to 30 ft tall) topped with rotating stars, all programmed to dance to Christmas songs played on 92.9 on your FM radio dial. Kermit, Animal, and the rest of the Muppet Band sing 5 of their Christmas favorites plus 6 other Disney songs. See Santa fly to the roof top, 3 clusters of Disnesy characters light up as they sing to 6 Disney Christmas songs. 2 Nativity Scenes await the arrive of Jesus on Christmas morning.
The 21st Annual 92.5 XTU Toy Truck Parade
When: Saturday, December 5, 2020, 8am-1pm
Where: Xfinity Live Parking Lot, 1100 Pattison Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Join Philadelphia-based country music radio station, 92.5 XTU at Xfinity Live! for their annual toy truck parade! Unlike other years, this year’s parade will be held in a drive-thru style! Decorate your truck/vehicle in festive holiday gear and décor and be judged by XTU personalities; you may even win a prize!
Be sure to bring along a toy donation, snap a photo and then be on your way!
111th Perkasie Tree Lightning Ceremony (VIRTUAL)
When: Saturday, December 5 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Online HERE
Hanukkah Celebration at Sesame Place
When: December 12, 13 and 18
Where: 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
Visit Sesame Place on December 12th, 13th 0r 18th at 4:30PM for their Hanukkah Celebration at the Neighborhood Theater! Learn about the story of the Jewish Festival of Lights, listen to traditional music, and watch the Menorah Lighting Ceremony. The celebration will be led by a local cantor, Grover, and Baby Bear, who celebrates Hanukkah with his family.
This event is included with park admission. Seating is limited and the event is first come, first served.
Community Hanukkah Celebration at Shady Brook Farm
When: Monday, December 14 at 5:30 p.m.
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
Join in for a Hanukkah celebration with the lighting of the GIANT menorah! No charge, just fun. Masks are required.
Sue Weiner (Education Director at Temple Micah) and Rabbi Aaraon Gaber (Rabbi at Congregation Brothers of Israel) will be attending.
The Lower Bucks Drive-Thru Holiday House Tour
When: December 19 – January 2 (Though many houses will be decorated sooner!)
Where: Houses throughout Lower Bucks County, visit the Facebook page for details
Fairless Hills Fire Department Santa Drive Through Parade
Where: 425 Hood Blvd., Fairless Hills
Where to See Santa:
If it doesn't really feel like Christmas until your kids have visited Santa, don't worry – there ARE still opportunities to see The Big Guy this year. Take a look at this list of places to go for (somewhat) traditional pics, socially distanced options and even virtual experiences!
Ongoing Events:
Macy’s Santaland at Home Virtual Holiday Experience
When: Friday, November 27, 2020-Thursday, December 24, 2020
Where: A virtual event; online from anywhere of your choosing, visit the website for the latest information and relevant links:
With health, safety and the wellbeing of all at the heart of Macy’s initiatives, the holiday season led by Santa at Macy’s is going completely virtual this year! Starting November 27th and running through Christmas Eve, children of all ages and their families will be provided with FREE access to Macy’s Santaland at Home Virtual Experience!
In the online hub, children will be able to travel virtually through Macy’s Santaland at Herald Square in New York City! Meet and greets with the Elves, meeting Santa himself, via interactive video can all be enjoyed! Even better, all kids will be able to snap an “interactive selfie,” with Santa to complete the holiday experience, 2020-style! Get more information HERE.
Fairless Hills Garden Center
When: Select days and times, now through December 23.
Where: 620 Lincoln Highway, Fairless Hills
Santa Scott at Fairless Hills Garden Center (Photo provided by Michelle Reese.)
Santa Scott might just be the most famous Santa in Bucks County. The tattooed Santa is at Fairless Hills Garden Center this year, showing off his “Naughty” and “Nice” forearms (upon request). This year, visitors will give their name and cell number upon arrival. After giving your name, you are free to go about the store or wait outside/in your car. You will receive a text message when it's your group's turn to come get in line/have your temperature taken and use hand sanitizer. (Lines are limited to about 3 families to discourage crowding.) Masks must be worn at all times, EXCEPT you are allowed to remove them for the photos. If you prefer, Santa will put his mask on for photos. Santa's area is cleaned often throughout the day. Fairless Hills Garden Center offers Special Needs Hours and pet photos. (In fact, this year, pets are welcome the last two hours of every day!) Packages start at $24.99 for one 5 x 7, one 3 x 5, and two wallet-size photos. Click here for the complete schedule and here for the photo packages available.
Gasper Home & Garden
When: Select dates now through December 23. Click here for details.
Where: 316 Tanyard Road, Richboro
Get a free family photo with Santa at Gasper! Bring your own camera, or the team at Gasper will take a photo and email it to you. This year, photos will take place in a COVID-safe environment inside Santa's workshop. A disinfected wall of plexiglass separates Santa and your family. The photo is taken so the plexiglass wall is not visible. You and your family can pose as you wish on a disinfected bench while Santa poses on his chair on the other side of the partition. Children will be able to speak with Santa, and Santa will provide a small gift for each child. While the website says that all of the reservation slots are full, according to the Gasper Facebook page, you can still come by during a time where Santa is there and wait on standby.
Photos are free, but they ask that you consider making a donation to the Bucks County SPCA.
Sesame Place’s A Very Furry Christmas
When: Santa is there November 23 through Christmas Eve
Where: 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
Santa at Sesame Place (Photo by Michelle Reese)
This year, Santa will be in two locations – one inside and one outside, and reservations should be made online before your visit. Your reservation gets you private access to take photos and talk with Santa. (You can take your own photos for free, or purchase photos taken by the photographer.) Santa will be wearing his mask, and children must sit on a bench 6 feet away. Children CAN remove their masks for the photos if you'd like to do so.
Shady Brook Farm
When: November 27 through December 23; Sunday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
This year, Santa will be visiting for socially distant photos and to hear children's Wish Lists in an all-new heated SAnta House on the Festival Field! He'll be visiting with just one family at a time, with the next family “on deck.” As one person stays behind to receive your printed pictures, the rest of the family can enjoy fire pits, the giant playgrgound and spider web, animatronic Chicken Show, and a walk through Candy Cane Lane. (All free.)
Food, beverages and a Christmas Shoppe are also available. Public and private campfires and activities are spread out to encourage social distancing. Please wear your face covering in all public spaces. No appointment necessary to have photos taken with Santa! Photo package details HERE.
Linvilla Orchards
When: Friday, December 11 and 18 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., plus every Saturday and Sunday in December from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 137 W. Knowlton Road, Media
Visit with Santa in an outdoor covered location and talk to him via his Noelziphone – a very special device that children can speak in to give Santa their Christmas List while staying safely distanced! Bring your own camera or phone if you'd like to take photos. And please reserve a timeslot before arriving.
Neshaminy Mall
When: November 27 through December 23; Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Christmas Eve, December 24; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 707 Neshaminy Mall, Barnes & Noble Court, Bensalem
Santa will return to Neshaminy Mall! Masks are required during your visit, and reservations are encouraged.
Oxford Valley Mall
When: November 27 through December 24
Where: 2300 Lincoln Highway, Langhorne, entrance next to Macy’s
Masks are required and reservations are encouraged.
Newtown Socially Distant Santa House
When: Saturdays and Sundays, December 5 through December 20 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Newtown Fire House, 14 Liberty Street, Newtown
This is a free family event presented by the Newtown Mercantile Group. Bundle up and wear a mask!
Date-Specific Events:
Brunch with Santa at Elmwood Park Zoo
When: December 5, 8:30am-1:45pm; December 6, 8:30-1:45pm; December 12, 8:30-1:45pm; December 13, 8:30am-1:45pm; December 19, 8:30am-1:45pm; December 20, 8:30am-1:45pm; $49.95 for adults 13 and older, $39.95 for children ages 2-13, 2 and under are $10.95.
Where: Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown
Enjoy interacting with Santa, creating holiday crafts, meeting an education animal and more while feasting on a flavorful brunch buffet! Snap a photo with Santa, then explore the zoo after filling up on holiday favorites! There are 8 brunch sessions held on select days in December and reservations are required, as spaces are limited.
Grinchmas Food Truck Fest & Holiday House at Bolton Mansion
When: Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 85 Holly Drive, Levittown
Mommy's Lil' Black Book is partnering with Bolton Mansion to safely present a 2020-version of the traditional Bolton Mansion Christmas. Santa and The Grinch will be posing on the veranda of the mansion, and families can stand below them and take their own photos. You do not need to wear your mask for the photo, but they must be worn at all other times except when eating. There will also be socially distanced story times with Santa at noon and 2 p.m. In addition, you can shop vendors, grab lunch from a local food truck, take tours of Bolton Mansion and enjoy other holiday activities.
Brunch with Santa Claus at The Buck Hotel
When: Saturday, December 5 and December 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 1200 Buck Road, Feasterville
Social distanced and masks required except for when seated/eating. Very limited seating. Call for reservations.
Breakfast with Santa at the Newtown Athletic Club
Where: 120 Pheasant Run, Newtown
Santa at Charlann Farms
When: Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 586 Stonyhill Road, Yardley
Santa will arrive at the farm riding a John Deere tractor! Bring your camera to this free event.
Bring Your Letter to Santa Breakfast at The Bucks Pub
When: Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: The Bucks Club, 2600 York Road, Jamison
The Bucks Club is hosting a COVID friendly Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 12. Instead of sitting on Santa's lap this year, they are asking all children to bring a letter telling Santa what they want for Christmas. They will have a Christmas Mailbox for children to drop their letters into.
If you are looking to bring your kids to see Santa, in a safe environment this is a great option!
Candy Cane Lane Holiday Trunk or Treat
When: Saturday, December 19 from noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Action Karate Jamison, 2234 York Road, Jamison
Action Karate is hosting a public event with treats and more! Walk along the trail of holiday themed cars and collect treats along the way. At the end, take a socially distanced photo with Santa! Masks are required. Visit THIS LINK or contact Miss Ashlee at 215-695-5022 to register for a time slot.
They are also asking that you bring a new, unwrapped toy for child between the ages of birth and 12 years old. All gifts will be donated to Toys for Tots.
Where to Get a Live Tree
Whether you have never had a real tree or it’s a holiday staple every year, here’s where you can find the best and bushiest Christmas trees this holiday season in Bucks County.
Bryan’s Farm
2032 2nd Street Pike, Richboro, PA
Choose and cut live Christmas trees every Saturday and Sunday from Saturday, November 28 through Sunday, December 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Trees are $60, or $50 if under 5 feet. Enjoy free wagon rides and tree wrapping! This year, they will have mostly White and Blue Spruce, Douglas Fir and a few White Pine. If you'd like you can come tag your tree starting November 28 to pick up on a later date.
Charlann Farms
586 Stonyhill Road, Yardley, PA
Reopening just after Thanksgiving, Charlann Farms offers Pennsylvania Christmas trees, wreaths, poinsettias, tree stands, decorations and more! Open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and weekends from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Santa arrives on tractor on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 from noon to 3 p.m. There will also be a winter holiday market on December 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plus, you can bring your letters for Santa to mail to the North Pole!
Colavita Christmas Tree Farm
1761 Dolington Road, Yardley, PA
Starting November 27, stop by Colavita Tree Farm and grab the perfect Christmas tree, roping greens, wreaths, and more! Open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Choose and cut fields close at 4:30 p.m.)
Feeney's
1134 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville, PA
Feeney's (Photo by Michelle Reese.)
Feeney's, a family-owned business, has been a Bucks County favorite for over 64 years! They sell only Pennsylvania-grown Douglas Fir and Frasier Fir. These locally grown trees are cut later and in transit for a very short time. They also sell fresh-cut greens, roping, wreaths, garland and more.
While free photos with Santa have always been a beloved family tradition, they have made the difficult decision to skip Santa visits in 2020. The beautifully decorated shop full of unique gifts and decor is still a magical experience this time of year.
Harley Hill Farm Alpacas
451 Kellers Road, Quakertown
Bring the family to this 1880s beautiful Bucks County farm! Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until Christmas, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit with 30 alpacas, including 4 new babies. Browse through the local PRE-CUT Christmas trees and listen to holiday music. Then go into the winter wonderland barn and warm your hands by the fireplace. Be sure to wear your mask – yes even outside. The barn door and windows will be open for good ventilation, so be sure to dress warm.
Looking for a special gift? They have a large selection of unique alpaca products and yarns, everything from blankets, sweaters, rugs, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, teddy bears and much more. (Alpacas also for sale ) MC/VISA and DISCOVER accepted. Open rain/snow or shine. Come share the ALPACA Christmas magic!
Linvilla Orchards
137 W. Knowlton Road, Media, PA
Linvilla Orchards is home to approximately 40,000 trees , mostly Douglas Fir and some Canaan Fir. Create family memories while enjoying a hayride to and from the orchards. Once you select your tree they will haul it back and tie it to the car for you. To make this experience even better, Linvilla will supply everything you need from the saw to the rope. Select any cut-your-own tree for just $79.99 plus tax. Everything is included for one price. If you don’t want to cut your own tree, stop by the Garden Center and choose from a large selection of pre cut trees. Linvilla also has a wonderful selection of holiday decor that allows you to deck the halls of your home with some holiday cheer. Don’t forget to come back on the weekends in December to visit Santa and his elves at Linvilla Orchards’ – Christmasland! Open now through December 23. (Closed Thanksgiving Day.)
This year, you must reserve a complimentary timed ticket for each member of your family visiting the farm. Hours (last wagon departs at 4 p.m.), Mon to Fri: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Weekends: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
King’s Indian Head Farm
1050 Eagle Road, Newtown, PA
King’s opens up for the Christmas tree season on Friday, November 27 with 100s of fresh trees available. Check their website out for a $5 off coupon! They also offer discounts to military and firefighter personnel. Open daily through December 22, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
McArdle’s Holiday Tree Farm
4316 Mechanicsville Road, Mechanicsville
Cut your own tree or choose any pre-cut tree this season! Plus, receive a free mug (while supplies last) with every tree purchase. They have over 300 trees on their lot, and you can stop by Black Friday through Christmas Eve to get yours. Open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Receive a free Christmas mug with the purchase of any tree, while supplies last!
If you've visited in the past, you should be aware that they will NOT be offering many of their traditional attractions this year: train rides, petting zoo, hot cider/food, gift shop, photo sessions, and evening hours. They hope to bring back these features next year!
Shady Brook Farm
931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA
Shady Brook Farm is your one-stop shop for all things Christmas! Starting with a huge variety of high quality Christmas trees and ending with the perfect ornaments for your tree, they offer everything you need for a wonderful holiday.
Twin Steeples Farm
336 East Dark Hollow Road Pipersville, PA
Visit weekends from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Starting Black Friday, you can find trees amidst two Bucks County church steeples, the perfect backdrop for this family-owned farm!
Tuckamony Farm
6320 Upper York Road, New Hope, PA
Since 1929, Tuckamony Farms has specialized in choose-and-cut trees for the holiday season. They are one of the oldest family-run Christmas tree farms in the country, with hand-made wreaths and fresh holly offered during the holidays. Choose and cut trees for just $59 under 10 feet, $79 over 10 feet! Pre-cut trees are priced by height. Hours are Thursday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Monday through Wednesday. They open for the season on Black Friday.
Winterberry Christmas Tree Farm
95 Stage Coach Road Tinicum Township, Pipersville
Season begins on Friday, November 27. Hours include all Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through December 20. You can also visit Monday – Wednesday, you just have to make an appointment! Field trees include Douglas Fir, Fraser Fir and Concolor Fir. You choose – they cut. All trees are $56, up to 10 feet. Cash only.
Eat, Drink & Be Merry
Sip, savor and toast to the season:
Steam Pub
606 2nd Street Pike, Southampton
Visit Steam Pub now through Christmas Eve and enjoy one of their festive Holiday Cocktails, plus delicious food!
And if you're looking for a gift idea, Steam is also offering a great promo: For every $50 gift card purchase, receive a bonus $10 gift card!
Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn
11 Bridge Street, Lambertville
Stroll beautiful New Hope and Lambertville while taking in the decorations and doing some small business shopping. Then, stop in Lambertville Station for a drink and a bite to eat. They're currently offering outdoor seating by heat lamps as well as limited indoor seating.
Piazza's Bakery
20 Penn Valley Road, Levittown
Piazza's Bakery is selling cooking kits that include 6 cookies, 2 bags of buttercream icing, and an assortment of sprinkles/sugar for $12.99. Call or stop in the bakery to place your order.
Holiday Market in the Vineyard
When: Saturday, December 5 from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Wycombe Vineyards, 1391 Forest Grove Road, Furlong
Come out to the vineyard for a free holiday market featuring local vendors! Shop handcrafted gifts, delectable treats, unique jewelry, clothing and more. You can also purchase wine by the glass as well as warm, festive holiday drinks and food. RSVP (so that they can plan accordingly) HERE.
Light Up the Vines
When: Saturday, December 5, 2020 at 5pm-January 2, 2021 at 8pm
Where: The Bucks County Wine Trail, each of the seven wineries: Bishop Estate, Buckingham Valley Vineyards, Crossing Vineyards, Rushland Ridge Vineyards, Sand Castle Winery, Wycombe Vineyards and Rose Bank Winery, will be offering their own unique take on the first annual holiday event
Kicking off at 5pm on December 5, head to the seven wineries/vineyards of The Bucks County Wine Trail and delight in twinkling and festive holiday lights adorning the grounds. Take in mulled wines, savory and sweet fare from local food trucks, fire pits, holiday music and more! For more information, check the event WEBSITE.
After Hours “Holiday Edition” at Crossing Vineyards
When: Saturdays in December from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 1853 Wrightstown Road, Newtown
Enjoy live acoustic music in the heated outdoor tent. Sip on a festive holiday beverage and snack on some yummy treats from their Light Bites menu (and slices of pizza) while you take in the lights of the vineyard. No cover charge. Please contact them in advance if you're a group of 7 or more.
The Buzzer Band: Christmas Choir Practice at The Five Four Bar & Grill
When: Saturday, December 19 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: 8919 New Falls Road, Levittown
The BuzzNutz Classic Rock Party Band will be performing Christmas Choir Practice at the Five Four! Come out for food, dinks and live music that is sure to spread some Christmas cheer!
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