A winter wonderland awaits at one of PA’s top-rated light displays! Holiday Lights on the Lake features a dazzling array of lights and animations illuminating more than 51-acres. Swing by Santa’s Village for a visit with Santa, snacks, gifts, and more!
A Motown Christmas features a world-class vocal group comprised of past and present members of Motown's most legendary groups...The Temptations, The Miracles and The Contours. A Motown Christmas is a powerful family-oriented show combining Motown's greatest hits with everyone's favorite holiday classics. This show features those famous Motown trademarks...dazzling choreography and unforgettable harmonies all […]
Dickens of a Christmas Ebensburg’s 16th annual Dickens of a Christmas. It is a family-oriented Christmas celebration based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Many vendors and other participants are clad in period costume. Let us be your host as you enjoy this old-fashioned Christmas weekend.
When the naughty antics of the Elf family children cause yet another nanny to quit, who do you suppose will care for them while Mother and Father are too busy with their North Pole Christmas jobs? Nanny Claus, The North Pole Nanny comes to their rescue with just the right tricks up her sleeve! Nanny […]
Join folklorist and artist Michael Allison as he guides you through the haunted history and legends. $10 per person. Registration preferred.October 25 Downtown Altoona (begins on sidewalk in front of Mishler Theatre) October 27 Allegheny Furnace (begins at Baker Mansion Visitor Center and Museum Store) Tour begins at 7pm. Recommend wearing comfortable clothing and shoes. Walking tour […]
Visitors can expect traditions such as the Avenue of Trees, Tunnel of Lights, Santaphotos, the model train exhibit courtesy of the Alto Model Train Museum Association,and delicious cinnamon roasted nuts by Nuts For You. New this year, guests can enjoyhot beverage refills all season long in the Holiday Lights on the Lake souvenir mug,available in […]
ArtsAltoona's German Christkindl Market will be held at the Unter Uns, 1401 Van Buren Avenue in Altoona. There will be vendors, food and beverages, musical entertainment, and kids activities. There will be a $5/person/day admission charge with ages 12 and under free. Join us for a German cultural holiday celebration!
Kick off your holiday season with Hollidaysburg’s WinterFest parade, held November 20 (the Sunday before Thanksgiving) starting at 2pm.Join our community as we celebrate throughout Downtown Hollidaysburg.Families, friends and neighbors are invited to gather and enjoy the sounds of the bands and the sights of the floats.This year's theme is HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV movies as a human being can possibly endure. But now with The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon, you can enjoy the sugar rush of six Christmas movies all at once! Welcome to Hopewood Falls, Vermont, […]
Ebensburg’s 17th annual Dickens of a Christmas is scheduled to take place December 2 – 4, 2022. It is a family-oriented Christmas celebration based on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Many vendors and other participants are clad in period costume. Let us be your host as you enjoy this old-fashioned Christmas weekend.
Ring in the holiday season with the ASO Holiday Spectacular! This concert is sure to bring the entire community together and will feature local dancers in selections from The Nutcracker, combined choirs from Altoona and Hollidaysburg High Schools, and other holiday surprises! Music from It's A Wonderful Life and Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus will be presented with […]
Our next free kids craft night is just in time for the holidays!Join us on Thursday, December 8th to make holiday crafts, ornaments, and gifts- and get treats!Crafts and activities are geared towards kids in preschool and elementary school! Parents are welcome to stay and help or drop older children off.This event is free to […]
🎹 Join us for a special Victorian evening featuring music played on Anna Baker's Piano by Cynthia Moringiello. She will use Anna's songbook. This unique event will include self-guided tours of our Victorian Christmas at the Baker Mansion with a visit and photo with 🎅 Santa.Tour times at: 5-5:45PM / 6-6:45pm / 7-7:45pmPrice: $10 adult/$5 child
ALL ABOARD! All Aboard the Santa Express! Santa Claus is coming to The Everett Railroad! One of Central Pennsylvania’s favorite holiday traditions returns select weekends in November and December. Children of all ages will enjoy a scenic steam-powered ride through the winter countryside and a visit with Santa! Hot Cocoa and cookies will be provided and […]
Featuring festive music and photos with 🎅 Santa.Cookies and tea provided by the Altoona Women's Club.
We celebrate Independence Day with this open house event. There will be activities for all ages. Free parking and admission.
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH US AT THE PARK! TUESDAY, JULY 4, 2023 Theme: Red, White, & YOU.... A Salute To America's Workforce! Pre-Show: Approx. 9:00pm (musical pre show) Fireworks Show: Approx. 10:00pm
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