The holiday magic is back, and Bethlehem is your go-to destination for family-friendly holiday fun this season! From festive events to spectacular light displays and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Bethlehem has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events. Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable.
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Must-See Holiday Attractions in Bethlehem
Discover the best holiday attractions and festive experiences in Bethlehem that will bring cheer and winter magic all season long:
Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem
- Location: 711 E. 1st St. Bethlehem
- Highlights: Handmade gifts & items, music, festive food and drinks, and more.
- More Info: https://www.steelstacks.org
- Location: Downtown Bethlehem
- Highlights: Christmas Huts in Downtown Bethlehem
- More Info: https://www.visithistoricbethlehem.com/events/series/christmas-city-village/
- Location: Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Highlights: Featuring five charming outdoor sheds, Snowflake Square invites local businesses to showcase their unique products and crafts. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to be a part of the magic!
- More Info: https://www.promenadesauconvalley.com/event/candy-cane-lane/2146500143
- Location: Blue Moon Equestrian 5702 Limeport Pike Coopersburg
- Highlights: Pony cart rides, hot cocoa, pictures with Santa and the Christmas donkey, make an ornament,decorate cookies, and order a real life Christmas tree for your holiday season.
- More Info: https://www.bluemooneq.org/special-events
Bethlehem Christmas Tree Lighting
- Location: 10 E Church Street Bethlehem
- Highlights: Listen to festive holiday carols and tunes performed by local musicians. Gather with friends and neighbors for a heartwarming community celebration. Perhaps Santa Claus will make a surprise visit to spread holiday cheer. Enjoy cookies and crafts for the whole family.
- More Info: https://web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/City-of-Bethlehem-Christmas-Tree-Lighting-Ceremony-840671/details
- Location: 570 Durham Street Hellertown
- Highlights: Children's activities, hot cocoa, live music, food trucks, visits with Santa, live reindeer, tree lighting ceremony
- More Info: https://www.lehighvalleychamber.org/lightupnight.html
Coopersburg Tree Lighting
- Location: 5 N. Main Street Coopersburg
- Highlights: Free pictures with Santa, festive hayride, smores by the fire, holiday craft kits, and more.
- More Info: https://web.lehighvalleychamber.org/events/CoopersburgTree%20Lighting-840553/details
Christmas in Nazareth
- Location: S Main Street Nazareth
- Highlights: Outdoor holiday market, children's activities, live music, seasonal food and drinks
- More Info: https://www.moravianhistory.org/christmas-in-nazareth
A Country Christmas
- Location: Hausman's Fruit Farm 2824 Limeport Pike Coopersburg
- Highlights: Hayrides, photos with Santa, hot apple dumplings, hot cocoa, train display, and more.
- More Info: https://hausmanfruitfarm.com/a-country-christmas
Breakfast with St. Nick
- Location: PNC Plaza Bethlehem
- Highlights: The annual Breakfast with St. Nicholas is a fun-filled holiday event that features a delicious hot breakfast of eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, assorted Danish, cereal, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and milk, all with Father Christmas himself!
- More Info: https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16727/breakfast-with-st-nick/
Christmas Carriage Rides
- Location: 73 W. Church St. Bethlehem
- Highlights: Choose from different carriage options.. some even have Santa!
- More Info: https://bethlehemcarriage.com/index.html#/
Holiday Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides
- Location: Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Highlights: Take a horse-drawn carriage ride around the promenade shops.
- More Info: https://www.promenadesauconvalley.com/event/holiday-horse-drawn-carriage-rides/2146500083
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Upcoming Holiday and Winter Events in Bethlehem
Looking to find holiday events in Bethlehem? Want to know where to meet Santa in Bethlehem? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening throughout Bethlehem. From tree lightings to Santa visits and holiday craft fairs, there’s something for everyone in Bethlehem.
We’ll update this list frequently as more Bethlehem events are announced, so make sure to check back often!
Friday, Nov. 29
- Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem- Bethlehem Steel Stacks
- Christmas City Village- Historic Bethlehem
- Photos with Santa- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Snowflake Square- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Santa Letter Station- FD Market at Promenade Shops
- Bethlehem Christmas Tree Lighting
- Light up the Night 2024
Saturday, Nov. 30
- Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem- Bethlehem Steel Stacks
- Christmas City Village- Historic Bethlehem
- Photos with Santa- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Snowflake Square- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Santa Letter Station- FD Market at Promenade Shops
- Breakfast with St. Nick- PNC Plaza
- Free Pictures with Santa-425 Main Street Bethlehem
- Coopersburg Tree Lighting
Sunday, Dec. 1
- Christmas City Village- Historic Bethlehem
- Christmas at the Farm- Blue Moon Equestrian Center
- Photos with Santa- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Snowflake Square- Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Santa Letter Station- FD Market at Promenade Shops
- Storytime with Santa Claus- Barnes and Noble Saucon Valley Promenade Shops
- Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
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Bookmark this page, as we’ll be adding even more Bethlehem holiday events and family-friendly activities throughout the season!