Lancaster County Christmas Story Idea for Travel Writers

Lancaster County Christmas

Lancaster County Christmas is the best kind of holiday wish list

As November turns to December, the holiday wish list becomes a prime focus of attention and conversation. But at heart, the yuletide season is all about traditions and family.

So why not combine the two this year with a Lancaster County Christmas wish list that's less about getting and more about connecting.

Need some quality time with family and friends? Want to simply celebrate the sheer fun of Christmastime? Looking for some new seasonal memories you'll cherish for years?

Then head for the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country and a more fulfilling type of holiday wish list, where you & yours can:

Delight in Christmas cheer as it comes alive on stage at many of our theaters, including American Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre, Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre, Prima Theatre, Bird-in-Hand Stage, and Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater.
Marvel at the creativity and variety of shopping "finds" while strolling through our charming towns and villages, get great deals at Tanger Outlets, or experience Kitchen Kettle Village’s fun holiday activities AND fabulous mix of gift options.
Travel through time on one of the Christmas Trains at Strasburg Rail Road, zipline among trees decked with twinkling lights at Refreshing Mountain, or ride with childlike wonder at Dutch Winter Wonderland.
Explore our local seasonal heritage with Historic Rock Ford's Yuletide celebration, Landis Valley Village’s Pennsylvania German “Belsnickel,” or the period decorations & stories of “Yuletide at Wheatland” – home of U.S. President James Buchanan.
Revel in "Lancaster City for the Holidays" and its Mayor’s Tree Lighting kick-off, visits with Santa, festive music & décor, and distinctive city retailers.
Start or continue a wonderful holiday-time tradition with plenty of cut-your-own tree options.
Drive through a twinkling wonderland of lights at Penn Medicine Park, Stone Gables Estate, or Refreshing Mountain.
Add to the seasonal spirit by learning about the many traditions Lancaster County has contributed to Christmas, as well as how our Amish neighbors celebrate the holiday.