Penn Hills Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Penn Hills and surrounding areas
Penn Hills welcomes the holiday season with glowing Christmas lights, bustling Christmas markets and family-friendly attractions centered near the civic plaza and community parks. The Christmas Brasstacular brings seasonal music and brass performances that set a festive tone while markets and concerts fill local venues with handmade gifts and warm treats. Plan walks through illuminated neighborhoods, join lights tours and take part in activities like tree lightings, workshops and holiday performances that make Penn Hills a cozy place for seasonal celebrations.
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Christmas Lights
15 eventsBYOB trolley tour of Pittsburgh's holiday lights
Christmas Markets
11 eventsOld-fashioned Christmas celebration with period costumes.
Christmas Shows
5 eventsHoliday brass ensemble performance
Christmas Activities
16 eventsExpansive outdoor ice rink in downtown Pittsburgh
Editor's Picks (6)
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Ebensburg's Dickens of a Christmas
(Ebensburg)
Old-fashioned Christmas celebration with period costumes.
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The UPMC Rink at PPG Place
(Pittsburgh)
Expansive outdoor ice rink in downtown Pittsburgh
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Peoples Gas Holiday Market™
(Pittsburgh)
European-style holiday market with international artisans
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Hometown Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
(New Castle)
Community parade and tree lighting ceremony
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BYOB Holiday Lights Trolley - Pittsburgh
(Pittsburgh)
BYOB trolley tour of Pittsburgh's holiday lights
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Peoples Gas Holiday Market
(Pittsburgh)
European-style holiday market with international artisans
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Penn Hills Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Penn Hills include the Christmas Lights Display Contest and seasonal holiday markets hosted by the community and local organizations.
Penn Hills is known for its Christmas Lights Display Contest, where residents compete to create the most festive neighborhood displays, adding a unique local touch to the season.
Neighborhoods like East Hills and Lincoln Park are especially popular for their Christmas light displays, with many homes participating in the annual contest.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at community centers, parks, and seasonal events organized by Penn Hills Parks and Recreation.
Free holiday activities in Penn Hills include visiting neighborhood Christmas lights, attending community markets, and enjoying seasonal events at local parks.
Families with kids enjoy the Christmas Lights Display Contest, holiday markets, and seasonal events at Penn Hills parks, which often feature crafts and festive entertainment.