Belsnickel Experience

The Belsnickel Experience: A Pennsylvania German Holiday Tradition

Step into the magic of the season with The Belsnickel Experience at Landis Valley, where you'll discover the fascinating origins of PA Dutch holiday traditions!

Two Tour Options! A Family Friendly Saturday afternoon tour and a Saturday night tour for Adults.

Saturday Afternoon: Family Friendly

Enjoy light refreshments, shop the Museum Store, make an ornament, take a wagon ride, learn about PA Dutch Holiday Traditions, hear a reading of the PA Dutch Night Before Christmas and meet the Belsnickle! This tour involves two hours of walking around the Museum grounds .Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.

• December 13, 2025 | 2PM - 4PM
• Adults and Children 8+ $30.00 | Children ages 3-7: $20.00
• Space is limited - Reservations required.
• Rain, Snow or Shine, (a little snow would be nice!)

Saturday Night: Landis Valley Late Night with the Belsnickel! (Adults 21+ Only Tour)

Enjoy light refreshments, shop the Museum Store, make an ornament, take a wagon ride, learn about PA Dutch Holiday traditions like "the Putz" and meet the Belsnickle! This tour is suggested for adults, the Belsnickle get a little "Nixnutzich" at night!! This tour involves two hours of walking around the Museum grounds after dark. Please wear weather appropriate clothing, footwear and bring a flashlight for the Saturday night tour!

• December 13, 2025 | 7PM - 9PM
• $35 per person
• Adults 21+ Only Tour
• Space is limited - Reservations required.
• Rain, Snow or Shine, (a little snow would be nice!)