or shop for gifts in the C . Edgar & Sons General Store plus much more .
Holiday Festivals & Fun
Breakfast with Santa When : December 22 Where : Greensburg Event Center , 1700 Washington Street , Greensburg For more info : eventbrite . com
Enjoy a magical breakfast with Santa at the Greensburg Event Center . Ticket purchase includes a delicious breakfast , a photo opportunity with Santa , and a fun craft activity .
Christmas at Plum Creek When : December 5 Where : Plum Borough Building , 2000 Old Mine Road , Plum Borough For more info : plumboro . com
Santa ’ s arrival , music , crafts for kids , food trucks , and more are all part of Christmas at Plum Creek .
Christmas Cookie Tour When : December 6 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 for kids , and lots of cookie samples at local businesses .
Delmont Christmas Pilgrimage When : December 7 & 8 Where : Beginning at Shields Farm Log Cabin , East Pittsburgh Street , Delmont For more info : delmontpilgrimage . com
On an approximately 30-minute walk , attendees will encounter eight live-action scenes portraying the Christmas story . Live animals , dramatic music , and soft lighting add to an unforgettable experience . Five churches in Delmont will feature different activities and food . Free bus shuttles are available between churches and will run every 5-10 minutes .
Have Yourself a Merry Local Christmas When : December 7 and 14 Where : Lone Oak Farm , 1606 Georgeville Road , Marion Center For more info : loneoakfarmpa . com
Small-business vendors , a Santa experience , live Christmas music , food trucks , a charitable basket raffle , and lots of baked goods made from scratch will all be part of this community event .
Oakmont Christmas Home Tour When : December 1 Where : Designated homes throughout the borough For more info : oakmont-pa . com
Take a peek inside beautiful homes decked out for the holidays . This self-guided tour features six homes with stunning holiday decor . The event is coordinated by the Oakmont Chamber of Commerce .
Santa at Sardis : A Holiday Celebration When : December 7 Where : Sardis Park , Rocky Hill Lane , Murrysville For more info : murrysvilleparecreation . com
This holiday celebration will offer campfires and s ’ mores , a bonfire , hot cocoa , cookies , and even pictures with Santa himself . Parking is limited , so families are encouraged to carpool . Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs .
Winter Night at the Museum When : November 21 through December 26 Where : The Westmoreland Museum of American Art , 221 North Main Street , Greensburg For more info : thewestmoreland . org
Stroll through the Winter Lights display outside and explore the permanent collection and “ Interwoven ” exhibition inside . Sip on a free seasonal hot beverage , and enjoy festive treats , specialty drinks at the cash bar , entertainment , and art-making activities .
Handcrafted for the Holidays
Divine Mercy Academy ’ s Holiday Craft & Vendor Show When : December 7 Where : 245 Azalea Drive , Monroeville For more info : allevents . in
More than 100 vendors will be selling their handmade items at this event . There will also be food , raffles and more .
Greater Pittsburgh Arts & Crafts Holiday Spectacular When : November 22 & 23 Where : Monroeville Convention Center , 209 Mall Boulevard , Monroeville For more info : familyfestivals . com
Don ’ t miss one of the area ’ s biggest and best Christmas arts and crafts shows . This outstanding shopping event features more than 300 indoor booths of arts , crafts , and pre-packaged foods in two huge exhibit halls . Whether you are looking for new
decor for the holidays or you are ready to start ( or finish ) your Christmas shopping , you ’ re sure to find something to suit your style and budget .
Greensburg Night Market When : December 12 Where : South Pennsylvania Avenue , Downtown Greensburg For more info : greensburgnightmarket . com
About 100 vendors will line the street , including farmers , artists , crafters , food producers , food trucks , and everything in between , for this year ’ s Night Market .
Santapalooza When : December 14 & 15 Where : Monroeville Mall , 200 Mall Circle Drive , Monroeville For more info : monroevillemall . com
Explore a variety of unique and highquality options by shopping local vendors . Find great gifts while supporting your community and small businesses .
White Oak Recreation Board Holiday Craft Show When : December 7 Where : White Oak Athletic Association , 1798 Lower Heckman Road , White Oak For more info : woboro . com
This show will offer a variety of handcrafted and unique items created by local artisans , along with sweets and treats for the holidays .
Seasonal Shows
A Doo Wop Christmas When : December 13 Where : The Oaks Theater , 310 Allegheny River Boulevard , Oakmont For more info : theoakstheater . com
The Pittsburgh Doo Wop Big Band returns with a delightful holiday show guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit . Relive the sounds of the ‘ 50s , ‘ 60s and ‘ 70s along with your Christmas favorites . The band is under the direction of Richard Mansfield , musical director / arranger and conductor of the PBS “ American Soundtrack Series .”
‘ Bernstein ’ When : December 7 Where : First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood , 120 East Swissvale Avenue , Edgewood For more info : edgewoodsymphony . org
“ Bernstein ,” featuring mezzo-soprano soloist Amanda Russo Stante , will be a festive concert for the whole family . Seasonal favorites , sparkling surprises , and
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