Looking to add some excitement to your weekend plans? Look no further! The next few days are full of events to celebrate the holiday season. Plan your visit to the European Christmas Market at Hortulus Farm. Don't miss the holiday gathering at Dublin Town Center, which will feature a tree lighting, horse and carriage rides and so much more. Santa will be visiting Plumsteadville Inn for brunch on Sunday – make your reservations to get your spot. Check out or full list of weekend happenings, plus our 2023 Holiday Guide for more holiday happenings.

Christmas at Hortulus Farm

60 Thompson Mill Road, Newtown, PA
December 2-3, 10 am – 4 pm

Get your fill of the Christmas spirit and all of your shopping done at our second annual European Inspired Christmas Market. Experience handmade vendors selling their unique wares in our heated greenhouses. Enjoy warm seasonal treats and drinks from local purveyors while touring our festive garden shop filled with holiday goods and Christmas trees. Be sure to bring the kids so they can partake in a personalized Santa experience (Saturday Only). There is truly something for everyone!

Dublin Town Center Holiday Gathering & Tree Lighting

123 North Main Street, Dublin, PA
December 1, 5:30 – 8:30 pm

Dublin Town Center is hosting a holiday gathering. Santa will be in attendance, and you may even see Frosty, Rudolph, and Mrs. Claus. Santa will arrive at 5:30 pm to light the tree at 5:45. Other highlights include horse and carriage rides, a Gingerbread House Competition, tree lighting, a magical snowfall, delicious holiday food and drinks, a living nativity scene and other sweet surprises.

Cat 5 at Steam Pub

606 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, PA
December 2, 10:30 pm – 2 am

Bringing that powerhouse lead female vocal is Cat Manning! Cat started fronting bands around the age of 15 and has been hooked on live music ever since. She started her career in a teen band, and progressed to playing in various wedding bands, and is now finally kickstarting her very own band. Cat has also been fronting a kick ass Janis Joplin tribute called “Just Like Janis” since 2019. Cat will be sure to bring tons of energy on stage and really belt those tunes out that we all know and love!

Brunch With Santa | Plumsteadville Inn

5902 Easton Rd, Pipersville, PA
December 3, 10 am

Santa will be visiting the Plum for Sunday Brunch! Reservations are highly recommended. Santa will also be back at the Plum for brunch on December 10th and for dinner on December 12th.

America's Oldest Tree Lighting Ceremony

Downtown Perkasie
December 2, 5-8 pm

Perkasie’s ceremony began in 1909 and is now in its 115^th year. It was officially recognized as the oldest in the US in 2015, when it was read into the Congressional Record by Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick. There will be holiday music, food and fun. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive on a Fire Truck to light the tree at 7 pm. One lucky child will be chosen to climb on stage and help Santa light the tree.

Holiday Open House Tour 

Newtown Borough
December 2, 10 am – 4 pm

On Saturday, December 2nd, celebrate the beauty of the season with the Newtown Historic Association's Holiday Open House Tour. In it's 60th year, the tour gives visitors the opportunity to peek into several of Newtown's unique private residences, all dressed for the holidays. Besides the private homes, there will be multiple public buildings open for visitors, all within walking distance from the town center.

Holiday Sip N Shop | Steam Pub

606 2nd Street Pike, Southampton, PA
December 4, 6-9 pm

Get your holiday shopping done at Steam Pub’s holiday Sip N Shop on Monday, December 4th from 6-9pm! Featuring local vendors with clothing, makeup, jewelry, home goods, and more!

A Christmas Story | Bristol Riverside Theatre

120 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA
Wednesday, December 6th, 2 pm & 7:30 pm

A Christmas classic is coming to life on stage in Bristol. In 1940s Indiana, a young, bespectacled Ralphie schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Recommended for ages 8 and older.