Celebrate the Holiday Season at Peddler’s Village!
The holiday season is right around the corner, and we’re gearing up for a festive season filled with one million colorful lights, magical meet-and-greets, dazzling gingerbread creations, special brunches, and our Holly Jolly Weekend featuring a parade led by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and plenty of special guests! The magic begins during our Holiday Kickoff Weekend with our Grand Illumination Celebration, an annual tradition during which Santa and Mrs. Claus flip the switch to illuminate Peddler’s Village!
Shop Small, Support Local
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season when you shop small and support locally owned businesses at Peddler’s Village. With more than 60 boutiques and specialty shops located throughout the Village, you’ll discover everything from cozy clothing, winter accessories, and housewares to fine art, collectibles, specialty foods and drinks, and so much more. Browse our shops.
Book a Holiday Getaway
Extend your visit with a cozy overnight stay at the Golden Plough Inn with charming rooms located throughout Peddler’s Village. You’ll be just steps away from your favorite shops, restaurants, and tasting rooms! Shop, dine, sip, and stay — and plan a magical getaway. Book your stay.
Enjoy a Festive Dining Experience
Dine at Village restaurants and eateries for holiday food and drink specials, then stop in a tasting room for a festive cocktail perfect for strolling among our dazzling lights display. Check out our dining options.
Holiday Events
What’s Happening…
GRAND ILLUMINATION CELEBRATION
Friday, November 17; the lights switch on at 6:15 p.m. sharp
Join us for the most magical celebration in Bucks County at our annual Grand Illumination Celebration! Watch as Santa, Mrs. Claus, and special musical guests, Martin & Kelly, switch on one million holiday lights! Enjoy sing-alongs, dance performances, and refreshments. Free admission. Can’t make the event? The Village will be lit up in its full holiday splendor through January 14, 2024! Please note this is a very popular event. Please plan to arrive early or carpool as heavy traffic and parking delays are expected.
GINGERBREAD COMPETITION & DISPLAY
Begins Friday, November 17 – January 13, 2024; open daily, closed Christmas Day
Our annual Gingerbread Competition & Display is a feast for the eyes with more than one hundred incr(edible) and creative entries handmade by area residents, organizations, and baking professionals. The gingerbread creations will be on exhibit through January 13, 2024 at our Visitor & Event Center. Free admission. The deadline to enter is November 8!
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Saturdays & Sundays, November 17 – December 17, plus select Fridays
Our elves have transformed Giggleberry Fair into a magical wonderland just in time for the holiday season! Beat the mall crowds (and prices!) and visit Giggleberry Fair for your photos with Santa.
SINGING SANTA
November 18, December 2, 15 & 16; 6-6:30 p.m.
Do you hear what I hear? It’s Santa singing your favorite holiday songs, of course! Find Singing Santa at the gazebo select weekends this holiday season.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
Saturday, November 25
Step into a winter wonderland at Peddler’s Village and let the holiday shopping adventure begin! This Small Business Saturday, find everything from clothing and housewares to gourmet treats and sweets at our 60+ locally owned shops, eateries, and tasting rooms. Discover a treasure trove of unique gifts to make this season truly magical!
NIGHTTIME STORIES WITH THE GRINCH
Wednesdays, November 29, December 6 & 13
Gather ’round in select locations as the Grinch tells stories to all of the Whos in Whoville!
HOLLY JOLLY WEEKEND
Saturday & Sunday, December 2 and 3; 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Get your jingle bells ready: Holly Jolly Weekend returns this year with our annual Santa parade, live musical entertainment, holiday food and drink specials, activities, and our Gingerbread Display! Holly Jolly Weekend promises to be a winter wonderland of lights, music, and holiday cheer for all to enjoy. The parades begin at 1:30 pm both days. Free admission.
