December 1, 8, 15 & 22
Hot Chocolate with Santa
On the first four Fridays of the month, enjoy a train ride with the one and only Saint Nick, followed by hot chocolate, cookies and a story at the station.
$0.01–$20 | 7–8:30 p.m. | Allentown & Auburn Railroad | 232 Railroad St., Kutztown | 570.778.7531 | allentownandauburnrr.com
December 2
Christmas on the Farm
Get into the Christmas spirit with seasonal demonstrations, crafts, food and carols, but look out for the Belsnickel, the masked gift-bringer who is feared in Pennyslvania Dutch folklore.
Free | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | The Pennsylvania German Cultural | Heritage Center | 22 Lukenbill Rd., Kutztown | 610.683.1589 | kutztown.edu
December 2
10th Annual Moonlight Memories Gala
The America on Wheels museum turns ten this year! Celebrate with a Cars, Corks & Cuisine-themed gala, featuring a performance by The Swing Time Dolls, tasty food and a silent auction.
Individual: $90; Couples: $170 | 6–10 p.m. | America on Wheels | 5 N. Front St., Allentown | 610.432.4200 | americaonwheels.org
December 9
Santa Will Run for Beer 5K-ish
Dress like Santa and be one of the first 25 to reach a participating bar location in Bethlehem to receive a free beer. Not to worry, drink specials for everyone else! Participating bars include Roosevelt’s 21st, Ripper’s Pub, Joe’s Tavern, Red Stag Pub, The Bayou, The Fun House, Broadway Social, Southside 313, Molly’s Irish Grille, Steel Pub and Tally Ho.
$25 | Noon | North Side Bethlehem | 484.727.8155 | runlehighvalley.com
December 10
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
Marking the 25th North American Anniversary Tour, don’t miss Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker with larger-than-life puppets, handcrafted costumes and world-class artists.
$33–$43 | 2 & 6 p.m. | State Theatre | 453 Northampton St., Easton | 610.252.3132 | statetheatre.org
December 14
Symphony on Ice Holiday Spectacular
The Allentown Symphony Orchestra, led by Maestra Diane Wittry, takes to the ice again for a holiday tradition. Joining them this year are the Penguin Skating Club, Easton Area High School Concert Choir and William Allen High School Chorale.
$25–$45 | 7 p.m. | PPL Center | 701 Hamilton St., Allentown | 610.347.8499 | millersymphonyhall.org
December 16
Glass Fusing Holiday Ornament Workshop
Make a beautiful ornament to add to the Christmas tree by learning the basics of sheet-glass cutting and the process of kiln-formed glass.
$75 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m. | Banana Factory | 25 W. 3rd St., Bethlehem | 610.332.1300 | bananafactory.org
December 17
Pints & Poses: Yoga at Weyerbacher Brewing
Bring a yoga mat and join instructor Amber Campbell at the brew house for a unique spin on traditional yoga poses. Ticket price includes a beer and snacks after the session.
$20 | 10–11 a.m. | Weyerbacher Brewing Company | 905 Line St., Easton | 610.559.5561 | weyerbachertaproom.com
December 29
Jimmy and the Parrots: Holiday Parrot Party
It may be winter, but this party will bring the tropical islands to Bethlehem. Jimmy and the Parrots have been bringing upbeat, fun cover songs, as well as original tunes,
to the U.S. and Caribbean for over 15 years.
$10–$15 | 7:30 p.m. | Musikfest Café | 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem | 610.297.7100 | steelstacks.org
December 29
Nature Night Hike
Discover what the Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary is like on a moonlit hike. Listen for owls and other nocturnal animals as preserve manager Tim Burris shares his knowledge of nature.
Free | 7:30–9:30 p.m. | Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary | 240 Sunnyside Rd., Easton | 610.258.6574 | natlands.org