Pottstown Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Pottstown and surrounding areas
Pottstown invites families to enjoy Christmas 2025 with warm holiday activities and festive events centered around High Street and the Schuylkill Riverfront. Stroll the Carnival of Lights 2025 or browse seasonal vendors at the Yellow Springs Holiday Stroll while admiring neighborhood lights and tree decorations at local parks. From concerts to tree-decorating programs, Pottstown’s holiday attractions blend community charm, markets, and family-friendly activities that make the festive season unforgettable for visitors and residents alike.
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Christmas Lights
28 eventsWildlife-themed light displays and interactive installations.
Christmas Shows
21 eventsLive orchestra accompanying The Nutcracker ballet.
Christmas Markets
18 eventsNationally recognized holiday market with German artisans
Other Christmas Activities
30 eventsOutdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem
(Bethlehem)
Nationally recognized holiday market with German artisans
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Independence Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
(Philadelphia)
Outdoor ice skating with waterfront views and cozy fire pits.
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Yuletide at Winterthur
(Wilmington)
Literary-themed holiday decor in a historic mansion.
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LumiNature Holiday Light Show
(Philadelphia)
Wildlife-themed light displays and interactive installations.
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Peddler's Village Grand Illumination Celebration
(New Hope)
Annual Grand Illumination Ceremony with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
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Narberth Dickens Festival
(Narberth)
Victorian London street festival with costumed characters.
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Christmas Parties Near Pottstown
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Pottstown.
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Pottstown Christmas FAQ
Some of the biggest annual events include the Funky Santa 5K, Arts in the Park, the Maker's Market, and the Historic Pottstown Holiday Homes Tour.
Pottstown is known for its Santa arrival by dragonboat at Riverfront Park and the festive tree lighting in Smith Family Plaza, both beloved local traditions.
Riverfront Park and the carousel area are especially popular for their holiday lights, but many residential neighborhoods also feature festive displays.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at Arts in the Park, ArtFusion, and various pop-up events throughout downtown Pottstown.
Free activities include visiting public light displays, attending the tree lighting, and exploring local markets and holiday events in Riverfront Park.
Families enjoy Santa at the Carousel, the Funky Santa 5K, Arts in the Park, and the holiday homes tour, all of which offer fun for children and adults alike.