Dive into the festive fun of Back Mountain with our holiday guide! From Back Mountain die-hards to curious explorers, our guide ensures a joyful and memorable season.
Popular events include the charming Olde Time Christmas, where tradition comes alive with delightful activities and a cozy atmosphere. You can also experience the dazzling Christmas Spirit Light Show, featuring a mesmerizing display of lights synchronized to music. And the Christmas Lights Experience at Refreshing Mountain is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing stunning outdoor displays perfect for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Back Mountain
- Olde Time Christmas (Jim Thorpe)
- Christmas Spirit Light Show (Lancaster)
- Festival of Lights at Stone Hedge Golf Course (Tunkhannock)
- Christmas Lights Experience at Refreshing Mountain (Lancaster)
- Winter Village at Camelback Resort (Mount Pocono)
- Polar Bear Express (Middletown/Hummelstown)
- Yuletide at Wheatland (Lancaster)
See these and even more events listed below!
Back Mountain Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Spirit Light Show
What to Expect:
Immersive drive-thru light show with synchronized lights and music.
Description:
The Christmas Spirit Light Show is a drive-thru light display at Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster, PA, featuring hundreds of thousands of color-changing lights and animated displays synchronized with favorite Christmas classics.
Where: Lancaster | More Info: Christmas Spirit Light Show
Christmas Lights Experience at Refreshing Mountain
What to Expect:
Ziplining through a forest of Christmas lights.
Description:
Explore Refreshing Mountain's Christmas Light Experience, featuring hundreds of thousands of lights in a forest setting. Enjoy a family-friendly walking tour or thrilling ziplining adventures through beautifully lit trails. Access to the Wildlife Center is included in the walking tour.
Where: Lancaster | More Info: Christmas Lights Experience at Refreshing Mountain
Festival of Lights at Stone Hedge Golf Course
What to Expect:
Heated pavilion with family-friendly food and vendors.
Description:
The Festival of Lights at Stone Hedge Golf Course features a drive-through display of millions of lights, transforming the back nine holes into a holiday spectacle. The event includes a heated and handicap-accessible pavilion with family-friendly food, drinks, and vendors. Visitors can enjoy s'mores by the fire after their tour through the lights.
Where: Tunkhannock | More Info: Festival of Lights at Stone Hedge Golf Course
Back Mountain Other Holiday Activities
Yuletide at Wheatland
What to Expect:
Guided tour of a historic mansion highlighting holiday traditions of the late 1800s.
Description:
Explore Christmas traditions as they were experienced in the late 1800s at President James Buchanan's historic home, Wheatland. Discover how Buchanan's niece and nephew celebrated the holiday season during the early years of the Second Industrial Revolution.
Where: Lancaster | More Info: Yuletide at Wheatland
Polar Bear Express
What to Expect:
Live narration and Santa gift-giving on a vintage train ride.
Description:
Embark on a festive journey with the Polar Bear Express at the Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad. Enjoy a 75-minute ride through Swatara Creek Valley with live narration. The Conductor shares a special Christmas story, and Santa boards the train to gift every child from infant to 11 years old. Snack concessions are available on board.
Where: Middletown/Hummelstown | More Info: Polar Bear Express
Olde Time Christmas
What to Expect:
Historic Victorian architecture and family-friendly activities.
Description:
Jim Thorpe transforms into a Victorian holiday destination with Olde Time Christmas, featuring tree lighting, Santa train rides, ghost walks, and festive shopping.
Where: Jim Thorpe | More Info: Olde Time Christmas
Winter Village at Camelback Resort
What to Expect:
Festive events and snowy activities for the entire family.
Description:
At Camelback Resort, the Winter Village offers a variety of festive events and snowy thrills for the entire family. Join us for Santa's grand arrival, live music, and fun kids' activities. Enjoy live DJs on the Thirsty Camel deck and participate in the Vertical Challenge ski and snowboard races. Don't miss the Pond Skim event and explore the indoor waterpark, arcade, and VR experiences.
Where: Mount Pocono | More Info: Winter Village at Camelback Resort
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Wilkes-Barre (9 miles)
- Scranton (18 miles)
- Hazleton (26 miles)