Findlay Township’ s Christmas Light Up Celebration
When: November 22 through January 3 Where: Clinton Park, 600 Clinton Park Drive, Clinton For more info: facebook. com / ChristmasLightUpCelebration
Findlay Township wants to generate unity within the community by celebrating the Christmas spirit together, and to bring positive attention to the township with a beautiful light display.
Joy-Thru Fairview
When: December 5 Where: Fairview Park, 288 Recreation Road, South Fayette For more info: southfayettepa. com
Drive through Fairview Park to see holiday light displays, festive characters, entertainers, music, business booths, Santa Claus and more!
Oglebay Winter Festival of Lights
When: Through January 4 Where: Oglebay Resort, 465 Lodge Drive, Wheeling, WV For more info: oglebay. com
This is one of the largest holiday light shows in the region and attracts more than a million visitors each year. The 2,000-acre historic Oglebay Park is one of the most famous landmarks in West Virginia and will be illuminated with millions of twinkling lights. Enjoy a 6-mile drive through the spectacular display, covering 300 acres and including 90 lit-up attractions.
Peters Township Holiday Kickoff
When: December 5 Where: PT Community Recreation Center, 700 Meredith Drive, Venetia For more info: peterstownship. com
Kick off the holiday season with an evening of free activities including crafts, games, refreshments, letters to Santa, and a visit from Santa himself!
HOLIDAY FESTIVALS AND FUN
Baldwin Holiday Festival
When: December 12 Where: Borough Building, 3344 Churchview Avenue, Baldwin For more info: baldwinborough. org
This event will include vendors, food trucks, a craft corner for kids, hot chocolate and sweets, visits with Santa, holiday carols, and the lighting of the Christmas tree. In the spirit of giving, attendees are asked to contribute a non-perishable food item or monetary donation for the local food pantry.
Breakfast with Santa in Collier
When: December 7 Where: Community Center, 5 Lobaugh Street, Oakdale For more info: colliertownship. net
Those in attendance will enjoy breakfast, crafts, and a picture with Santa.
Breakfast with Santa at The Spring House
When: December 6, 13, and 14 Where: The Spring House, 1531 Route 136, Washington For more info: springhousemarket. com
Make your reservation soon for Breakfast with Santa at The Spring House!
Brentwood Library’ s Christmas Bingo
When: December 18 Where: Program Room, 3501 Brownsville Road, Brentwood For more info: brentwoodpubliclibrary. org
Enjoy festive bingo, a catered lunch, drinks, and dessert at this event. Reservations are required by Dec. 9. Check the website for the cost and other information.
Candy Cane Hunt at Mingo Creek
When: December 9 Where: Mingo Creek Park( Shelter 1), 558 Mingo Creek Road, Finleyville For more info: washingtoncopa. gov
Join Washington County Parks and Recreation to search for hidden candy canes along the Old Spring Trail in Mingo Creek Park. Bring a flashlight. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served after the hunt. Pre-registration is required( but no more than 30 days in advance). Fee: $ 2.
Canonsburg’ s Old-Fashioned Christmas
When: December 5 & 6 Where: Pike Street, Canonsburg For more info: canonsburgsoldfashionedchristmas. com
Canonsburg’ s Old-Fashioned Christmas attracts more than 30,000 visitors annually. The town turns into a veritable Hallmark movie scene, with a Christmas market, tree lighting, Santa, activities, and holiday food galore.
Christmas Cookie Decorating
When: December 13 Where: South Fayette Township Library, 515 Millers Run Road, Morgan For more info: southfayettelibrary. org
Decorate sugar cookies with Ms. Nicole! This activity is for children ages 8 – 12, and registration is required.
Civil War: Christmas Ornaments
When: December 6 Where: Peters Township Public Library, 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray For more info: ptlibrary. org
This event offers a brief historical talk about Christmastime traditions and activities during the Civil War. Participants will get an opportunity to make ornaments inspired by the history. Registration is required.
Elf on the Shelf Kickoff Party at Peters Township Public Library
When: December 4 Where: 616 East McMurray Road, McMurray For more info: ptlibrary. org
Get ready to welcome the library elf for the 2025 holiday season! Enjoy crafts and other activities, plus stories and a chance to name the elf. The event is designed for children in pre-K through third grade.
Frontier Holiday Traditions
When: December 7 Where: Oliver Miller Homestead, 1 Stone Manse Drive, South Park For more info: olivermillerhomestead. org
Scots-Irish pioneers brought with them Old-World traditions that included dancing, music, pomp, and ceremony. Dance a set, have a time, and fly your tartans for auld lang syne. Ring in the new year in old-fashioned style with live music, dancing, and a traditional tea set at the Oliver Miller Homestead.
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