WELCOMING THE SEASON
Carols & Lights – Carnegie Celebrates the Season
When: December 5 Where: Main Street, Carnegie For more info: carnegieborough. com
Enjoy the annual tree lighting and so much more!
Celebration of Lights
When: December 6 Where: 117 West Steuben Street, Crafton For more info: craftonborough. gov / events
Welcome the holiday season with crafts, music, Santa, and lights at Crafton’ s annual celebration.
Jingle Fest 2025
When: December 12 Where: DoubleTree by Hilton, 500 Mansfield Avenue, Green Tree For more info: paacc. com / events
This Airport Area Chamber of Commerce event is a great way to connect and celebrate the holiday season with staff, colleagues, clients and friends. Enjoy food, fun, and lots of holiday cheer, network with fellow business leaders, and try your luck at the basket raffles.
Moon Lights Holiday Festival
When: December 6 Where: Moon Park, 1350 Ewing Road, Moon Township For more info: moonparks. org / events
Get ready to light up the night at Moon Township’ s most magical event of the season! This night of festive fun includes visits with Santa and the Grinch, dazzling light displays, a holiday market, food trucks, carriage rides( pre-registration required), the Moon Band and a Toys for Tots collection.
North Fayette Tree Lighting
When: December 5 Where: North Fayette Community Center, 580 Donaldson Road, Oakdale For more info: north-fayette. com
This free event features the lighting of the tree, holiday music, light refreshments, and a chance to see Santa cruising through Donaldson Park on a fire truck!
Oglebay Winter Festival of Lights
When: November 6 through January 4 Where: Oglebay Resort, 465 Lodge Drive, Wheeling, WV For more info: oglebay. com
The 2,000-acre historic Oglebay Park is one of the most famous landmarks in West Virginia. Explore the park during this winter festival when it is illuminated with millions of twinkling lights. Enjoy a 6-mile drive through the spectacular display covering 300 acres including 90 lit-up attractions.
HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES AND FUN
Christmas at Old Economy Village
When: December 6 & 7 Where: 1401 Church Street, Ambridge For more info: oldeconomyvillage. org
Walk along a candlelit cobblestone street to find unique handmade items, enjoy local choirs and maybe even see Belsnickel( the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa Claus)!
Christmas Dinner at Old Economy Village
When: December 11 Where: 1401 Church Street, Ambridge For more info: oldeconomyvillage. org
As Old Economy Village’ s principal annual fundraiser, this will be a memorable evening held in the historic Feast Hall. Proceeds will be used to support the village’ s educational and community programs.
Crafton Holiday House Tour
When: December 14 Where: Various homes in the borough For more info: craftonborough. gov / events
The Crafton Recreation Board, in partnership with Crafton Heritage, will present the 2025 house tour. Enjoy a family-friendly tour of beautifully decorated homes, and all proceeds will go to support future community programs.
Imperial Volunteer Fire Department Holiday Bingo
When: December 15 Where: Findlay Township Activity Center, 310 Main Street, Imperial For more info: findlay. pa. us
Get your friends and neighbors together for a festive evening of bingo!
Moon Holiday Lights Drive-Thru
When: Nightly December 6 through January 7 Where: Moon Park, 1350 Ewing Road, Moon Township For more info: moonparks. org
Experience the magic of the season from the warmth of your car! This free holiday lights drive-thru will have the park twinkling.
Run Santa Run 5K
When: December 7 Where: 102 Union Avenue, Oakdale For more info: runsanta5k. com
Formerly the Trot for Tots 5K and now hosted by Helicon Brewing on the scenic Panhandle Trail, the Run Santa Run is the perfect flat, fast, out-and-back 5K to get you into the holiday spirit. Don’ t forget to wear your best Santa attire!
Santa Visits Crafton by Fire Truck
When: December 20 Where: Throughout the borough For more info: craftonborough. gov / events
One of the Crafton Fire Department’ s oldest traditions, Santa visits the town via fire truck to spread Christmas cheer and get everyone excited for the holiday.
HANDCRAFTED FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Carnegie Holiday Farmers Market
When: November 16 Where: East Main Street( between Broadway and Mary), Carnegie For more info: carnegieborough. com
Support local farmers and vendors during the holiday season at this special edition of the farmers market!
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