Enjoying the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show in Harrisburg

Enjoying the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show in Harrisburg.

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show is one of the largest Christmas shows in the United States!

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show at the PA Farm Show Complex takes place from November 29th through December 3rd in 2023.
The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show at the PA Farm Show Complex takes place from November 29th through December 3rd in 2023.

Now in its 40th year, the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show attracts more than 30,000 visitors of all ages.

Now in its 39th year, the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show attracts more than 30,000 visitors of all ages
Now in its 39th year, this event attracts more than 30,000 visitors of all ages.

The 2023 Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show takes place Wednesday, Nov. 29 through Saturday, Dec. 2 from 9 am to 7 pm and Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10 am to 5 pm.

The 2022 Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show takes place Wednesday, Nov. 30 through Saturday, Dec. 3: 9 am to 7 pm and Sunday, Dec. 4: 10 am to 5 pm
In 2023 the show takes place Wednesday, Nov. 29th through Saturday, Dec. 3rd: 9 am to 7 pm and Sunday, Dec. 4th: 10 am to 5 pm.

What You’ll See at the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show features décor, apparel, toys, food and drinks, live entertainment and more.

Decor for sale at the Pennsylvania Christmas Show in Harrisburg.
Christmas gnomes for sale at the show.

More than 500 vendors fill the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg for this everything-Christmas show.

More than 500 vendors fill the Farm Show Complex for the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show.
More than 500 vendors fill the Farm Show Complex for the show.

One helpful feature of this event is that you can go online and browse an interactive vendors list BEFORE attending.

You can explore an interactive list of vendors online before visiting the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show.
You can explore an interactive list of vendors online before visiting the show.

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show is great for people who are are shopping for gifts, looking for holiday decorating ideas, or simply want to enjoy some Christmas-themed fun.

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show is great for people who are are shopping for gifts, looking for holiday ideas, or simply want to enjoy some Christmas-themed fun.
Stuffed animals for sale.

And because the US Post Office has a station within the show, shoppers can ship their purchases directly from the show!

Because the US Post Office has a station within the show, shoppers can ship their purchases directly from the Pennsylvania Christmas Show
Because the US Post Office has a station within the show, hoppers can ship their purchases directly from the show.

If you’re looking for tree decorating ideas, Christmas Tree Lane is filled with trees decorated by show vendors.

Christmas Tree Lane is filled with trees decorated by show vendors.
Christmas Tree Lane is filled with trees decorated by show vendors.

For train enthusiasts of all ages, the event features a model train display running on a 120 foot track.

The Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show features a model train display running on a 120 foot track.
The event features a model train display running on a 120 foot track.

As for live entertainment, Christmas-themed dance and musical performances happen throughout the show on the Small Arena’s Entertainment Stage.

Dance Performance at the Pennsylvania Christmas Show.
Christmas-themed dance performance.

The cost to attend the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show at the Farm Show Complex in 2023 is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), and children Ages 11 & Under with paying adult (at the door): FREE.

The cost to attend the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show in 2022 is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors (62+), and free for kids under age 12
The cost to attend the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show in 2023 is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors (62+), and free for kids under age 12.

Visit the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show’s OFFICIAL WEBSITE for a complete schedule of events.

Visit the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show official website for a complete schedule of events.
Visit the Pennsylvania Christmas and Gift Show official website for a complete schedule of events.

For a few weeks every year, Philipsburg in Centre County is home to the tallest Santa display in Pennsylvania!

The tallest Santa in Pennsylvania is 37 feet tall in honor of the Philipsburg High School Class of 1937.
The “Phillipsburg Santa” is 37 feet tall in honor of the Philipsburg High School Class of 1937.

Standing 37.5 feet tall, with a bag of toys nearly 20 feet tall, “Phillipsburg Santa” has occupied this spot at Cold Stream Park every December since 2005.

The tallest Santa in PA display was created by Phillipsburg artist Bill Adams as part of an American Legion project.
The tallest Santa in PA display was created by Phillipsburg artist Bill Adams as part of an American Legion project.

The Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, PA is yet another fantastic place to visit at Christmas time.

Entrance to the JImmy Stewart Museum on the third floor of the Indiana Public Library.

Despite the fact that he appeared in over 70 motion pictures, Stewart is perhaps best known for his role as George Bailey in the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life”.

"It's A Wonderful Life" memorabilia displayed in downtown Indiana, PA.
“It’s A Wonderful Life” memorabilia displayed in downtown Indiana, PA.

The Jimmy Stewart Museum in his hometown of Indiana showcases memorabilia from all phases of his life and career, and does so in a very relaxed, informative, and enjoyable atmosphere.

Jimmy Stewart statue inside the museum bearing his name.
Jimmy Stewart statue inside the museum bearing his name.

Exploring the Christmas Haus Near Gettysburg takes you inside a one-of-a-kind marketplace for German-made Christmas ornaments, decorations, and accessories!

Exploring German Christmas Traditions at the Christmas Haus
The Christmas Haus in New Oxford, PA.

20 of the Best Drive-Thru Christmas Light Displays in PA shows you the best places to be festive AND warm at the same time!

The Best Drive Thru Christmas Light Displays in Pennsylvania.
19 of the Best Drive-Thru Christmas Light Displays in PA.

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