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Welcome to the 50th annual Rose Tree Festival of Lights! December 4, 2025 – January 3, 2026Empty heading Open Nightly Sunday to Thursday 5:00–9:30 Friday & Saturday 5:00–10:00 DELCO FARE & FLAIR NIGHTS Food Trucks, Vendors, and Live Entertainment! December 4, 6, 7, 13 & 14 5:00-8:30 Check back soon for the remaining schedules

Join us for our final event of the year! Take a whimsical stroll through Towamencin’s winter wonderland of lights and holiday cheer. Hop on horse-drawn surreys that take you through the park to see the light displays and decorated trees by the local Girl Scout troops. Enjoy FREE hot chocolate, cookies, and marshmallow roasting with the Boy Scouts. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season by visiting our volunteer acts in the amphitheater. 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 (𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓) - 𝟒:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 -FREE pictures with Santa and the Reindeer-Surrey Rides (walk-on and registered) 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 (𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔) - 𝟒:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌 -Our annual Tree Lighting will take place from 6:00 pm-6:15 pm-FREE pictures with Santa from 6:15 pm to 8:00 pm-Surrey Rides (walk-on and registered)

Join us for the Festival of Trees, this year at the historic Wells Fargo Bank building, in the heart of downtown Lansdale! Vote for your favorite trees. Bring your friends and family and enjoy the magic of the holiday season.

Pet live animals, talk with shepherds and angels, and pose for pictures in the stable. Then, come inside for hot chocolate, cookies, and a craft. FREE.

First Fridays are Lancaster City's monthly celebration of arts and culture and this one is an extra special holiday First Friday! Happening at Ewell Plaza & Binns Park from 5:00-8:00 PM: The Winter Market will be open and selling items from local makers!The trolley will be running with some special holiday music!Rural City Brewery will be hosting a holiday beer garden.Free photos with Santa and he may even bring a special guest....Food Trucks from Lori’s Lattes and Mr. Mini Tasty Donuts.The Street Beans Brass Band will be performing at Binns Park, spreading holiday cheer.Lancaster Public Library will be offering a fun activity: Challenge your family and friends to a game of life-size Candy Land! The Juliana Bookstore will be open and regular library services will also be available.Location: LPL Program Room A + BTime: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PMFor all ages Throughout the City: Discover innovative exhibitions, performances and perhaps a few surprises as you walk our city streets. Unique boutiques and excellent restaurants complement the art galleries, artisan studios, museums, performances, professional theater, and arts institutions that comprise Lancaster City’s arts community. Learn more at visitlancastercity.com/first-friday

Kick Off Christmas at Bomberger's! — FREE Community Event Join us on the first Saturday in December for a joyful, family-friendly Christmas celebration at Bomberger's! This event is completely FREE for the community — we can't wait to celebrate the season with you.  Visit With Santa & Receive a Goodie BagMeet Santa, snap a Christmas photo, and pick up a festive goodie bag for the kids.  Holiday Activities & Treats (All FREE!) Cookie decoratingChristmas craft stationBarrel ridesClassic Christmas stories with Mrs. Claus Christmas music sing-alongs Free popcorn Free hot chocolate  Special EntertainmentEnjoy a magical Christmas performance by Erik Hershey, guaranteed to bring smiles and laughter!Showtimes: 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM  Food Truck OptionA soft-pretzel truck will also be on-site with pretzels available for purchase.  Give Back to the CommunityAdmission is free. If you’re able, please bring a canned good or non-perishable food item to support our local food bank.  ParkingPlease follow the guidance of our parking team upon arrival to help traffic move smoothly. We can’t wait to kick off the Christmas season together — bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a fun-filled holiday morning at Bomberger's!