Christmas
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Kids’ Holiday Craft Workshop
Berks County Heritage Center 1102 Red Bridge Rd, ReadingJoin Parks' Staff in a parks-themed workshop where kids can make crafts in anticipation of the holiday season. Enjoy a winter walk to gather materials to use and get crafty as we make gifts for friends and loved ones. Pre-Registration is REQUIRED. $5 per child. Contact LGauker@CountyofBerks.com to register.
Nostalgic Christmas
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgNostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 15, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Santa Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake a trip with the big man in red himself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the railroad this holiday season checking on all the children and making sure Santa has his list straight. All the good children may even get a candy cane! Be sure to check out the Kutztown Area School District Art ... Read more
Holiday Open House
Muhlenberg Community Library 3612 Kutztown Rd, LaureldaleOur annual holiday open house is free and open to all ages. Nutcracker model train Live musical entertainment Holiday basket raffle Story time Holiday crafts Refreshments The Nutcracker movie Photo booth Visit from Santa Cup & a Craft event for adults No registration necessary. Tickets for Muhlenberg Township's Holiday Trail of Lights will be for ... Read more
Holidays at Mount Hope
Mount Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Road, ManheimWelcome one and all! Creating new memories from old traditions—The annual Holidays at Mount Hope is an interactive event that's fun for the whole family! Every year, the historic Mount Hope Mansion is transformed into a Holiday wonderland, complete with traditional Victorian ornaments, fresh Christmas trees, holiday treats, and more! Enjoy the decorated Victorian Mansion's ... Read more
Santa Parade and Children’s Christmas Party
Downtown Leesport Main St & Lee St, LeesportSanta will be coming to Leesport escorted by your local volunteer firefighters and friends!! Starting at 11am, the order will be Leesport Gardens, Stone Henge, and Main Street, followed by Reeser Heights. At about 12:15-12:30, we’ll head down to Willow Glen and Willow Glen North. At 1:15, we’ll come back up 61 to Hafer Drive ... Read more
Grinchmas
Sweet Ride Ice Cream 542 Penn Avenue, West ReadingThe Grinch will be coming to Whooville (Sweet Ride) from 12:00 - 3:00 on December 10th! Stop by to see the Grinch and have some of our homemade Grinch ice cream, green homemade waffles and ice cream, Grinch Sundaes and more! We will be offering Grinch menu items from 12:00 - 9:30. “Then the Grinch ... Read more
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Hot Chocolate Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake an evening trip with the big man in red himself! Santa will be on board during the trip and see each child. Upon return to the station, Santa will read the Night Before Christmas and passengers are welcome to hot chocolate and a cookie included with your ticket. Trains Departs Kutztown Station at 7:00 PM on November 26, December ... Read more
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Santa Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake a trip with the big man in red himself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the railroad this holiday season checking on all the children and making sure Santa has his list straight. All the good children may even get a candy cane! Be sure to check out the Kutztown Area School District Art ... Read more
Holidays at Mount Hope
Mount Hope Estate & Winery 2775 Lebanon Road, ManheimWelcome one and all! Creating new memories from old traditions—The annual Holidays at Mount Hope is an interactive event that's fun for the whole family! Every year, the historic Mount Hope Mansion is transformed into a Holiday wonderland, complete with traditional Victorian ornaments, fresh Christmas trees, holiday treats, and more! Enjoy the decorated Victorian Mansion's ... Read more
Nostalgic Christmas
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgNostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 15, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.
A Christmas Story
Yocum Institute for Arts Education 3000 Penn Avenue, West LawnHumorist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas. Ralphie pleads his case before his mother, his teacher and even Santa Claus himself at Higbee’s Department Store. The consistent response: “You’ll ... Read more
Nostalgic Christmas
Reading Railroad Heritage Museum 500 South 3rd Street, HamburgNostalgic Christmas Train display at the The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum includes vintage and modern Lionel and standard gauge trains operating in a holiday setting. The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Saturdays and Sundays through January 15, except Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Santa Trains
Allentown and Auburn Railroad 232 Railroad St, KutztownTake a trip with the big man in red himself! Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on the railroad this holiday season checking on all the children and making sure Santa has his list straight. All the good children may even get a candy cane! Be sure to check out the Kutztown Area School District Art ... Read more
The Nutcracker
Kutztown University 15200 Kutztown Road, KutztownThis season you can experience the magic of Berks Ballet Theatre’s production of “The Nutcracker” live and in-person! The classic tale brings the story of Clara and her beloved Nutcracker to life through classical ballet and Tchaikovsky’s memorable, soaring score. Berks Ballet Theatre is excited to welcome audiences to a new theater this year! All ... Read more