There are a number of things you can do after you arrive for your holiday stay in Lancaster County. However, these are the activities the Fulton Steamboat Inn recommends to get you into the Christmas Spirit!
Special Attractions
Strasburg Rail Road – Christmas Trains
Christmas trains have captured the imaginations of the young and old alike for generations. Bring your family’s dreams to life with a Christmas train ride on a life-size steam locomotive this yuletide season in Strasburg, Pa. Check out the Strasburg Rail Road’s website to see all the train rides that are available.
Amish Farm & House Christmas Cookie Tour
Interact with three Amish families in their homes and learn about their heritage, while sampling homemade Christmas cookies in the heart of Amish country! To learn more, visit the Amish Christmas Cookie Tour.
Christmas Spirit Light Show
The Christmas Spirit Light Show is a drive-thru light presentation at Penn Medicine Park in Lancaster, Pa. As you journey along the mile-long track, you will be surrounded by hundreds of thousands of color-changing lights, animated and dancing in harmony with popular Christmas classics. To learn more, visit Christmas Spirit Light Show.
Theatre Performances
Sight & Sound Theatres – Miracle of Christmas
This holiday season, travel back in time to Bethlehem as the original Christmas story unfolds around you in Lancaster County! Experience the Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theatre with larger than life sets and live animals. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Sight and Sound.
American Music Theatre – The Christmas Show: Deck the Halls
Check in at the decked-out St. Nicholas Hotel, where you will find dashing dancers and merry musicians! This holiday musical adventure brings together friends to celebrate the season with awe-inspiring performances. Designed to capture the hearts of the entire family, this show is at American Music Theatre, which is conveniently located off Route 30. For tickets, visit AMT shows.
Fulton Theatre – Elf: The Musical
Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf on his quest to find his true identity. Enjoy this modern-day holiday classic in a historic playhouse located in the heart of downtown Lancaster, Pa., which is one of the oldest continuously operating theaters in the U.S. You can purchase tickets at The Fulton.
Amusement Parks
Dutch Wonderland – Winter Wonderland
If you have young kids, you can make the holidays even more cheerful with a visit to Dutch Wonderland’s Winter Wonderland event! Located off Route 30, the park will be transformed into a true winter wonderland with thousands of lights and holiday ornaments, while visitors enjoy 20 rides and attractions. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Dutch Wonderland.
Hersheypark – Christmas Candylane
If you don’t mind venturing outside of Lancaster County, you can take a 45 minute drive to Hershey, Pa., and experience Christmas Candylane. During your visit, you will enjoy amusement park rides and select rollercoasters, while sipping delicious hot chocolate and strolling through more than 5 million twinkling lights. You can also pay a special visit to Santa and his 9 live reindeer! For more information or purchase tickets, visit HersheyPark.com.
Holiday Shopping
Kitchen Kettle Village
Enjoy the spirit of the season with a visit to Kitchen Kettle Village, located in the town of Intercourse! Local crafts, delicious foods, and beautiful holiday décor will be waiting for you. Check out all the events and activities the Village has planned to make your visit special by going to KitchenKettle.com
Lancaster Central Market
Visitors venturing into Lancaster City should stop at Lancaster Central Market, the oldest publicly owned and continuously running farmer’s market in America! Established in 1730, this historic market offers seasonal treats and unique gifts, in addition to produce, meat, poultry, seafood, cheese, flowers, home and wellness items, and ready-to-eat food.
Outlets
Of course, a visit to Lancaster County isn’t complete until you hit the outlets for some holiday deals! Visitors can purchase a variety of modern brands and wares for everyone on their Christmas lists at the Rockvale or Tanger outlets, located along Route 30 in Lancaster.
After a fun-filled day of sightseeing, entertainment, shopping, or a holiday adventure, you can relax with a cozy dinner at Huckleberry’s Restaurant and Tavern at the Fulton Steamboat Inn. Then cap of the evening with a relaxing dip in the heated pool or whirlpool or cozy up next to the fireplace while munching on warm cookies.
Before you check out of the Inn, be sure to explore The Emporium Gift Shoppe. It offers unique holiday gifts for the special people on your list or just for you!
But don’t delay! Schedule your holiday excursion to Lancaster now, because rooms at the Inn are filling up fast. Make a reservation by visiting the FultonSteamBoatInn.com to secure a holiday package, so you can take in the magic of the Christmas season in Lancaster County!