The holiday season is in full swing in Bucks County! Peruse the festive Gingerbread Displays at Peddler’s Village, catch a Christmas movie at the Newtown Theater, or head to Broken Goblet for some Christmas cheer and beer at their very first Holiday Village.

Check out our guide below for details on this weekend’s must-see events around the County. Stay up-to-date on what’s coming up next week with our Upcoming Events Calendar.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10

Gingerbread House Display

Gingerbread House Competition and Display 

A holiday tradition at Peddler’s Village since 1984, the Gingerbread Competition and Display is a feast for the eyes with more than 75 creative and whimsical entries in these categories: Holiday on Wheels, Traditional, Authentic Reproduction Around the World, 3-D, Movie or TV Set, Winter Wonderland, Student, and Kids Only.

When: November 19 - January 8

Where: Peddler’s Village

Cost: Free to attend

An American Christmas Songbook

The chill of winter is in the air as Keith Baker and the BRT Concert Band, along with fabulous entertainers, take the stage to perform your favorite carols and heartwarming holiday songs. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to celebrate the holidays in style!

When: Now through December 19

Where: Bristol Riverside Theatre

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Marshall Crenshaw

“Something's Going To Happen" when Marshall Crenshaw returns to perform his familiar favorites, including his Top 40 hit "Someday, Someway" plus others like "Mary Anne," "Cynical Girl" and "Whenever You're On My Mind."

When: December 10

Where: Sellersville Theater

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Santa Conquers the Martians

So bad it’s good, this 1964 science fiction comedy regularly appears on the lists of the worst films ever made. Tickets for this special event are only 93 cents(!) – the average movie ticket price in 1964.

When: December 10

Where: Newtown Theater

Cost: $0.93

The Everly Brothers Experience Christmas Show Featuring the Zmed Brothers

Since 2016, each holiday season, The Zmed Brothers along with their partner Burleigh Drummond have crafted a delightfully joyous multimedia Christmas show celebrating holiday standards from the 50’s and 60’s paired alongside the pivotal music and history of The Everly Brothers. 

When: December 10-12

Where: Bucks County Playhouse

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

The Craftery Holiday Market

The Craftery Holiday Market is a modern and unique market experience with 60+ vendors, featuring carefully curated, artisan handmade items, antique and vintage finds, fresh flowers, original art and more! Enjoy music and food while you shop for the holidays!

When: December 10-12

Where: Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Amazing Christmas Village

Amazing Christmas Village is a traditional European-style outdoor market where you can expect to have endless fun and a jolly time while eating, shopping and being festive to kick off celebrating this Holiday season.  

When: Now through December 31,Thursday through Sunday

Where: Neshaminy Square Shopping Center

Cost: Free to attend

Victorian Christmas Tours

Take a step back in time to experience the origins and traditions of past Christmas’s in The Parry Mansion. The Mansion is sparkling with holiday cheer, just waiting to share this joyous season with you.

When: Weekends through December 19 

Where: Parry Mansion Museum

Cost: $10

Christmas in the Castle

This 45-minute guided tour with stops on five different floors invites visitors to journey back through time to explore Pitcairn holiday traditions in their 20th-century castle.

When: Now through January 30

Where: Glencairn Museum

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11

A Very Furry Christmas

A Very Furry Christmas

A Very Furry Christmas Celebration at Sesame Place is a festive, family-friendly celebration with everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends. The park is transformed into a one-of-a-kind Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights and festive decorations all around! 

When: Now through January 2

Where: Sesame Place

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

A “Christmas Carol” With Gerald Charles Dickens

Returning to the United States for his 17th year, renowned actor and great-great grandson of Charles Dickens, Gerald Dickens will perform his spirited rendition of "A Christmas Carol" on the factory floor of Byers' Choice.

When: December 11

Where: Byers’ Choice

Cost: $25

Amy Winehouse Tribute

Enjoy a live holiday tribute to Amy Winehouse featuring Jenifer Kinder. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a fun night out at the castle while listening to holiday hits with a Winehouse twist.

When: December 11

Where: Sand Castle Winery

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Santa Artisans’ Showcase

Santa is coming to The Craft Boutique-arriving at 10am and spending the day ready to find out what everyone wants for Christmas! Fill out your Christmas Wish List and we will give them to Santa!

When: December 11

Where: The Craft Boutique at Moyer Farmhouse

Cost: Free to attend

Santa Breakfast & Holiday Bazaar

Enjoy a day filled with crafts, fingerpainting, Christmas stories and pictures with Santa Claus himself! The Truman Holiday Ensemble will be playing all of your favorite Christmas tunes!

When: December 11

Where: Harry S. Truman High School

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Storytime Santa

Sit with Santa and listen as he reads the beloved classic 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Children will enjoy free sugar cookies as special treat from Mrs. Claus!

When: December 11

Where: Quakertown Farmers Market and Flea Market

Cost: Free to attend

Ted Vigil’s a John Denver Christmas

Ted is a singer, songwriter and a tribute artist and has performed with the late Steve Wiesberg, John Denver’s lead guitar player from 2010 to 2014. The most heard comments after a show are “I can’t believe how much he looks and sounds like John Denver! It really took us back!"

When: December 11

Where: Sellersville Theater

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Holiday Village

Enjoy a day filled with festive fun at the Broken Goblet! Peruse the outside front patio that will be filled with multiple vendors, breweries selling beer and Christmas music playing throughout the day!

When: December 11

Where: Broken Goblet

Cost: Free to attend

Bucks County Wine Trail Holiday Vineyard Illumination

Join the wineries of the Bucks County Wine Trail for the second annual Light Up the Vines holiday illumination! Come, see the beauty of the holiday season in our beautifully lit vineyards.

When: Now through January 2

Where: Bucks County Wine Trail

Cost: Free to attend

Holiday Market

Take a look at what Snipes Farm has to offer for the holiday season! Peruse Christmas decorations, organic veggies, baked goods, honey, and other delicious farm gift items.

When: Now through December 18

Where: Snipes Farm and Education Center

Cost: Free to attend

Letters to Santa

Send your letter to Santa! Santa has left a special direct mail box at the Market! Children can drop off their letters to Santa and we’ll make sure Santa sends a personalized letter back! 

When: Now through December 19

Where: Quakertown Farmers Market and Flea Market

Cost: Free to attend

World Nativities Exhibition

Glencairn Museum’s annual World Nativities exhibition presents dozens of three-dimensional Nativity scenes collected from around the world.

When: Now through January 30

Where: Glencairn Museum

Cost: Suggested donation of $5 per person

Festival of Trees

The Festival of Trees is one of the most unique and historic holiday traditions in the region. Each year during this festival, the rooms of Pearl S. Buck’s iconic Bucks County stone farmhouse come alive with the glow of holiday decorations! 

When: Now through January 9

Where: Pearl S. Buck House & Historic Site

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Laughs at the Edge!

Weekly comedy showcase! 8 hilarious comics bring the funny while top notch staff serve food and drinks! Each week brings a brand new lineup. 

When: Saturdays through December 18 

Where: Water's Edge Gastropub and Lounge

Cost: $20 

Annual Holiday Small Works Show

You are invited to the Annual Holiday Small Works Show at Canal Frame-Crafts Gallery! The show presents over 30 artist's work in a variety of mediums - Oil, Watercolor, Pastel, Egg Tempera, Acrylic and Pottery.

When: Now through December 30

Where: Canal Frame - Crafts Gallery

  Cost: Free to attend 

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12

Washington Crossing Re-enactment

Washington Crossing Reenactment

Each December, thousands gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington's daring 1776 Christmas night river crossing. During the event, several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress listen to an inspiring speech by General Washington and then row across the river in replica Durham boats.

When: December 12

Where: Washington Crossing Historic Park

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show

Shady Brook Farm hosts an extravagant show with more than 3 million lights on their acres of farm land. They offer two options: a socially distanced drive thru experience where visitors must stay in their car, mini-bus, limo, RV or bus, as well as an open-air wagon ride for guests to enjoy. At the end of the show, warm up with cup of hot cocoa and cook s’mores at a toasty bonfire.

When: Now through January 29

Where: Shady Brook Farm

Cost: Prices Vary

Victorian Holiday House

The Grundy Museum is proud to present its second annual Victorian Holiday House at the Grundy Museum. The ground floor of the Museum will be decorated with exquisite Victorian displays designed in partnership with Jimmy Bason Gilpatrick, proprietor of Bristol’s own Bird of Paradise Flowers.

When: Now through December 23

Where: Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Museum

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

North Pole Express Train

Christmas time will soon be here, bringing along joyous memories of times past. This year, the New Hope Railroad invites you along as we set the clock back and showcase a magical journey mirroring those of years ago.

When: Now through December 30

Where: New Hope Railroad

Cost: Free to attend 

A ‘Holiday Concert’ Presented by the Delaware Valley Wind Symphony

Treat the whole family to a festive holiday concert featuring your favorite songs of the season.  Each child who comes will receive a special gift to remember the concert by.

When: December 12

Where: Holland Middle School

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Crossing Reenactment Bike Tour

OK, so it's not exactly how George did it, but it's a fun way to experience the reenactment! Take an easy bike ride from Yardley to Washington Crossing to see the Crossing Reenactment.

When: December 12

Where: D&L Trail to Washington Crossing

Cost: Ticket Prices Vary

Christmas on the Farm 2021

The 1711 House will be decorated for the Christmas Season in 1920’s style. Santa will be here to listen to your Christmas wishes and to take photos with you. For your shopping pleasure visit the Kean Barn where you can find a variety of gifts and holiday decorations.

When: December 11-12

Where: Holcombe Jimison Farmstead Museum

Cost: $5, Kids 5 and under FREE

Spirited Tea

You are invited to our traditional Spirited Tea at The Parry Mansion! Live Music & Carols with Bob Egan, Hors d’ Oeuvres, Spirited Teas, Wine, Chocolates and Desserts.

When: December 12

Where: Parry Mansion Museum

Cost: $20

Alpaca Christmas at Harley Hill Farm

Looking for that "old fashioned and magical" family holiday experience? Bring the family to visit with our 30 alpacas, including 4 new babies. Enjoy a complimentary cup of hot cocoa as you browse through the local Christmas trees and listen to holiday music. Then go into the winter wonderland barn and warm your hands by the fireplace.

When: December 11-19

Where: Harley Hill Farm

Cost: Free to attend

New Hope History Walking Tours

Take this expertly guided walking tour to see the places and hear the tales that make New Hope such a fascinating place. The tour is approximately one mile long and lasts about one hour.

When: Every Sunday, 2:00PM to 3:00PM

Where: Start at The Parry Mansion 

Cost: $10 per person 

Found, Gifted, Saved! The Mercer Museum Collects Local History 

“Found, Gifted, Saved! The Mercer Museum Collects Local History”, a new exhibit at the Mercer Museum, displays artifacts collected by the Bucks County Historical Society in the first two decades of the 21st Century. What objects, images, and documents are among these acquisitions, and what do they reveal about Bucks County’s people, history and culture?

When: Now through April 10 

Where: Mercer Museum

Cost: Exhibit included with Mercer Museum admission

Places I Remember

Joseph Marchetti, graduate of Central High School in Philadelphia and Tyler School of Art, Temple University presents “Places I Remember". The exhibit includes paintings that represent over two years of work in Bucks, Lancaster and Lehigh Counties. The body of work started with a painting of the Scholfield-Ford Covered Bridge in Tyler State Park and now includes covered bridges, farms, barns and castles in Pennsylvania.

When: Now through January 7

Where: Bucks County Visitor Center

Cost: Free to attend