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10 Holiday Attractions Worth the Drive This Christmas

December 2, 2020


With many traditional events canceled this year, I thought it would be fun to do a round-up of places within an easy day trip of Lebanon County where your family can go and enjoy Christmas lights and other holiday fun. This list is a mix of holiday attractions where you walk and explore as well as some that are just drive-thru holiday light displays.

Do you have a suggestion that we should add? Email me at alisonw@macaronikid.com.

Don't forget to also check out our top neighborhoods for holiday displays around Lebanon County!


An Hour or Less From Lebanon

Christmas Spirit Light Show, Lancaster - the Barnstormers' stadium is hosting a light show for all families to enjoy. Online ticket purchase is suggested.

Hersheypark's Christmas Candylane - the park is transformed into a winter wonderland with lights, decorations, and holiday treats. Limited rides are open as weather permits.

Koziar's Christmas Village, Bernville - a family-owned and operated holiday tradition for many families in the area. Lights and holiday displays for your family to walk through and enjoy. Timed tickets are required. 

Messick's Farm Equipment, Elizabethtown - a holiday light show that's similar to a drive-in movie experience. Shows are approximately 20 minutes that you park your vehicle and watch. Proceeds benefit local charities. 

Refreshing Mountain's Ziplines and Christmas Lights, Stevens - drive through eight miles of lights, or zipline your way through them. Book ziplines in advance.

Star Barn, Lancaster - a drive-thru holiday light display also includes an optional train ride.


Within Two Hours of Lebanon

Christmas Magic, Rocky Ridge Park, York - walk through this entirely outdoor event that includes lights, photo opportunities, and more. Timed entry tickets required.

Knoebels Joy Through the Grove, Elysburg - a new drive-thru light display at one of our family's favorite amusement parks.

Lehigh Valley Zoo's Winter Lights Spectacular, Schnecksville - walk through holiday lights, see live performances, and enjoy other holiday experiences inside the zoo. Timed tickets are required.

Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square - enjoy the beautiful outdoor gardens, holiday displays in the conservatory, plus fountain shows set to music. Timed tickets are required.