Light-Up Norwin When : Nov . 17 Where : Main Street , Downtown Irwin For more info : Light-Up Norwin Facebook Page
Get all the holiday “ feels ” at this fun family event ! Arrive early to enjoy yummy food from the food trucks and local restaurants , peruse the shops for gift ideas , watch the festive parade , and visit with Santa . Shuttles will be available . Organized by the Norwin Rotary .
Light Up the Night Monroeville When : Nov . 19 Where : Monroeville Community Park Amphitheater , 2399 Tilbrook Road , Monroeville For more info : jewishmonroeville . com / light
Light Up the Night features a giant menorah lighting , outdoor carnival games , and entertainment such as Chanukah songs sung by Gateway School District students . There are Chanukah and winter crafts prepared by the Children ’ s department of the Monroeville Public Library as well as a grand chocolate coin drop from a fire truck . Warm drinks and other refreshments will be served . Free Chanukah gifts will be given to all children in attendance . This event is free and open to the whole community .
Kennywood Holiday Lights When : Nov . 18 through Jan . 1 Where : Kennywood Park , 4800 Kennywood Boulevard , West Mifflin For more info : kennywood . com
Take your family to celebrate this Pittsburgh classic . Stroll among more than 1 million twinkling lights and marvel at the “ tallest Christmas tree in the state .” Savor the flavors of festive foods and holiday drinks . There are also rides for the kids and special entertainment for all .
Oakmont ’ s Hometown Christmas and Parade When : Nov . 19 Where : Allegheny River Boulevard , Oakmont For more info : oakmont-pa . com
This Oakmont Chamber of Commerce event typically includes children ’ s games , Chinese auction , a 50 / 50 raffle , and free cookies and candy canes along with a visit with Santa . The evening culminates with a tree lighting ceremony in front of the Oakmont Post Office .
Overly ’ s Country Christmas When : Nov . 17 through Dec . 30 Where : Westmoreland Fairgrounds , 116 Blue Ribbon Lane , Greensburg For more info : overlys . com
Create holiday memories in the walkaround Christmas village that ’ s filled with an array of old-fashioned traditions and treats . Sing carols ‘ round the bonfire , revel in the model train display , have your picture taken with Santa ( in the days before Christmas ), take a horse-drawn wagon / sleigh ride or shop for gifts in the C . Edgar & Sons General Store plus much more .
Winter Lights at The Westmoreland Museum of American Art When : Nov . 18 through Jan . 29 Where : 221 North Main Street , Greensburg For more info : thewestmoreland . org
Grab your mittens and get ready for this winter-themed light display in the museum gardens .
Holiday Festivals and Fun
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa at the Pittsburgh Zoo When : Dec . 3 , 4 , 10 , 11 , 17 & 18 Where : 7370 Baker Street , Highland Park For more info : pittsburghzoo . org
Get into the holiday spirit with the return of this festive and favorite annual event . Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch buffet , meet ambassador animals , write a letter to Santa and deliver it to him at the zoo .
Children ’ s Christmas Party When : Dec . 4 Where : Bushy Run Battlefield , 1253 Bushy Run Road , Jeannette For more info : eventbrite . com
This Christmas party includes games , crafts , entertainment and a visit from Santa himself . The event is intended for children from 5-12 years of age .
Christmas at Plum Creek When : Dec . 1 Where : Plum Borough Building , 2000 Old Mine Road , Plum Borough For more info : plumboro . com
Santa ’ s arrival , music , children ’ s crafts , food trucks , and more .
Christmas Cookie Tour When : Dec . 9 Where : Main Street , Downtown Irwin For more info : downtownirwin . com
This annual family tradition is a favorite get-you-in-the-Christmas-mood event . There will be horse and carriage rides , Christmas karaoke , cookie decorating and lots of cookie samples at local businesses .
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