ANDRE FLEWELLEN
From twinkling lights and tree-lighting ceremonies to parades and visits with Santa, the holiday spirit is in full swing across the region. Whether you’re strolling through the dazzling Rose Tree Festival of Lights, sipping spiked cocoa at Frankford HALL-idays, or watching Santa arrive via fire truck at local tree lightings, there’s something for everyone this season.
For over 40 years, the Rose Tree Festival of Lights has dazzled visitors at Rose Tree County Park in Media with one of the countryside's largest community light displays. Spanning the 120-acre Delaware County park, the walk-through attraction features dozens of illuminated trees and festive light displays.
On select nights (December 5, 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2024), the event expands to include Delco Fare & Flair, offering even more music, food, and seasonal entertainment.
Celebrate the holidays at Frankford Hall with its annual Frankford HALL-idays, featuring Santa visits, family-friendly activities, and seasonal treats. Enjoy holiday-themed crafts by PlayArts, festive drinks like Glühwein and spiked cocoa, and special food offerings, including a family-style butcher board.
Santa will be onsite for photos on select dates:
A portion of proceeds from ornament sales will benefit the Lutheran Settlement House, supporting local families in need. Don’t miss this blend of holiday cheer and community giving!
On Tuesday, Dec. 10, the Horsham Township Police Department will hold its 25th annual Project Blue Light tree lighting to honor those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Along with over 1,000 blue lights on the tree, 29 white lights representing each of the Montgomery County Police Officers who’ve paid the ultimate price to protect and serve our communities.
The annual Elm Terrace Tree Lighting and Santa Visit happens at 660 N. Broad St. in Lansdale on Wednesday, Dec. 11 from 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Join the tree lighting event in the back parking lot of Elm Terrace. Santa will be here for visits with the kids. Hot cocoa bar, reindeer and more.
Visit Santa House in Lansdale at Madison and Main Street:
If weather is questionable, be sure to check the Borough website as Santa will be in Lansdale without Rudolph so he may not be able to visit.
Telford Tree Lighting will take place at Telford Train Station, 50 Penn Ave. on
Friday, Dec. 13 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Join for a festive evening at the Telford Tree Lighting ceremony. Enjoy holiday music, a visit from Santa, and the beautiful lighting of our community tree.
Lincoln Mill Haunted House in Manayunk brings back A Twisted Christmas for two nights only, December 13 and 14, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. This haunted holiday experience combines festive decor with sinister twists as guests face Viktor Kane, a dark Santa-like figure, and his creepy cast of over 35 scare-actors, including evil elves and twisted Christmas characters like Jack Frost and Befana, the Christmas Witch. Tickets start at $35, with VIP options for $50. Don’t miss this chilling holiday adventure! Visit lincolnmillhaunt.com for details.
Visit Markie's Miracle Network: A Christmas Village 2024 on Saturday Dec 14 at 12pm at
520 Andrew Road, Springfield. A Christmas Village style block party featuring music, crafts and food. Guests are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy to benefit children in need.
The 2024 Sellersville Winterfest takes place on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The event will be held along Main Street and will include:
Hatfield’s Holiday Concert & Santa’s Visit will take place at School Road Park, 1619 School Road on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 4 p.m. The Hatfield Police Benevolent Association, Parks and Recreation Department and the North Pole are partnering to bring you an evening of holiday fun. Enjoy live music, seasonal snacks, roasting marshmallows, s'mores, crafts, balloons, face painting and of course photos with Santa.
Santa arrives to School Road Park via fire truck around 4 p.m. to kick off the festivities!
