Holiday Season
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“The Christmas Tree Capital of the World”
Indiana, Pennsylvania, the Christmas Tree Capital of the World, is located just one hour east of Pittsburgh at the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains. Each year visitors and residents alike drive out to their favorite Christmas tree farm to select and cut down a fresh Christmas tree to display through the holiday season. Meet up with family and friends, in Pittsburgh’s Countryside and enjoy some holiday cheer as you pick your tree. Start a new tradition and visit Indiana County and take home a tree!
Click here for a complete list of Christmas Tree Farms in Indiana County.
How ironic is it that the Christmas Tree Capital of the World is also the birthplace of Jimmy Stewart, Hollywood’s Christmas Classic Film Star of “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Visit the museum in downtown Indiana, Pennsylvania and stroll the streets for unique gifts for that special someone. Click here for more information about Jimmy Stewart. Click here for more shopping information.
Because Indiana County, Pennsylvania is the Christmas Tree Capital of the World, holiday events are ongoing throughout November and December. Several open houses and festivals occur prior to Thanksgiving. The official kick-off is the “It’s A Wonderful Life Festival and Parade in November. Blue Spruce Park lights up the season beginning in November and continues through Jan. 1st, 2013. Trolley Rides, horse drawn wagon rides, holiday plays and entertainment, Amish Wedding Feast and free movie showings happen throughout the entire holiday season. Click here for a complete list of events and activities.
So this holiday season, why not bring your family to “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World” and make wonderful memories? Travel to Indiana County where you can find your perfect tree, partake in holiday festivities such as the Festival of Lights at Blue Spruce Park, attend holiday events, visit the Jimmy Stewart Museum to see the “It’s a Wonderful Life” exhibits and discover how “It’s a Wonderful Life” right here in Indiana County. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association
Indiana County countryside is well-adapted for the growing of various species of evergreen trees popular during the Christmas season. The Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association is a group of local Christmas Tree Growers dedicated to the promotion of Christmas Tree farming in Indiana County. Their efforts in the growing and shipping of high quality Christmas Trees at competitive prices has put Indiana County on the map. Members of the association grow and nurture the trees throughout the year and during the holiday season open up their fields and pre-cut tree lots for visitors to choose their Christmas Tree.
What better place to find your perfect Christmas Tree than the place known as “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World”!
It all began back in 1918 when the process of harvesting Christmas Trees as a farm crop began right here in Indiana County, PA! By 1956, approximately 700,000 trees were cut during the holiday season. While other states may harvest more Christmas trees now, Indiana County was the first!
Download a copy of the Indiana County Christmas Tree Growers Association Brochure for a complete listing of the Indiana County Tree Growers.
…Or, request a printed copy. Send us a message and include your request to receive a Tree Growers Brochure as well as your mailing address within your message.
Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farms, LLC
Come create a family tradition with Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farms! You’ll have tons of fun selecting your perfect Christmas Tree whether you opt for a pre-cut tree from their lot or choose one from the field. You can cut it down yourself or they’ll cut it down for you. Available Christmas Trees are Fraser Fir, Douglas Fir, Canaan Fir, White Fir, Scotch Pine, White Pine and Colorado Spruce. They offer free baling and shaking of the trees and free gifts for the kids. Contact Information: 1803 Fleming Road, Indiana, PA 15701. Phone: 724-463-0570.
Gregg VanHorn’s Christmas Tree Farm
Visit one of Indiana County’s individually owned Christmas Tree farm during the holiday season. Choose your fresh cut Christmas Tree from the field or a tree lot of pre-cut trees. Holiday wreaths are also available. Contact Information: 5601 Hwy 954 N., Creekside, PA 15732. Phone: 724-463-8201.
Johnston Nurseries
Johnston Nursery provides both Retail and Wholesale Christmas Trees and wholesale seedlings. During the holiday season, they offer choose and cut trees at the farm on 9272 Chambersville Road, Creekside, PA or choose from their tree lot at The Meadows parking lot on Oakland Avenue in Indiana, PA. Phone 724-463-8456 or 724-422-0368.
Visit downtown Indiana and stop by the Jimmy Stewart Museum, honoring Indiana County’s hometown hero James M. Stewart. Downtown Indiana was the birthplace of this American icon. The Museum is devoted to the famous actor’s film, radio, television and military career as well as highlights from this civic leader’s life. See artifacts from Stewart’s life, including objects from his Oscar-nominated role of George Baily in the Christmas classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life”! The Museum also features a 1930′s vintage movie theatre which plays the Christmas classic throughout the holiday season. Make the Jimmy Stewart Museum a “must stop” during your visit to Indiana County this holiday season. Contact Information: 835 Philadelphia St., Indiana, PA 15701. Phone: 724-349-6112.
21st Annual Festival of Lights at Blue Spruce Park
Looking for something fun to do this holiday season with your entire family? Travel to Blue Spruce Park in Indiana, PA for the Festival of Lights. See more than 80 light displays, including still and animated, as you drive through the park around a two-mile lake. Stop by the Lakeside Center to visit with Santa and shop for unique, locally made crafts in the festival gift shop.
Festival DatesNovember 22nd through November 25th November 30th through December 2nd December 6th through January 1st, 2013 |
Lighting Display Hours5:30 PM to 10:00 PM Gift Shop Hours5:30 PM to 9:30 PM (The gift shop closes for the year on the evening of December 23.) |
Contact Information: 1128 Blue Spruce Road, Indiana, PA 15701. Phone: 724-463-8636.
The Drying Shed’s Annual Christmas Open House
Dates: Friday – November 2nd, Saturday – November 3rd, and Sunday – November 4th
Location: The Drying Shed in Smicksburg, PA
Time: Friday 10am – 8pm; Saturday 10am – 6pm; Sunday 11am – 5pm
Information: Saturday: Door prizes every hour (2 ft decorated pencil tree). Friday & Sunday: Door Prize (gift basket). In store specials all weekend! Holiday Refreshments! Every customer will receive the traditional Drying Shed Christmas Gift Shop their six-room house filled with a unique gathering of primitive country crafts and gifts. Register to win door prizes, enjoy refreshments and in-store specials all weekend.
Contact: 814-257-0192 http://www.thecountryfarmhouse.com
Smicksburg Old Fashioned Country Christmas Open House
Dates: Friday – November 2nd, Saturday – November 3rd, and Sunday – November 4th
Location: Downtown Smicksburg
Time: Friday 10am – 5pm; Saturday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 12pm – 5pm
Information: Kick off the holiday season with a trip to the Amish community of Smicksburg, PA! Visit the 20 or more Specialty Shops all decorated for the Christmas Season. Enjoy refreshments at the shops. Let them help with your Christmas list & decorations.
Contact: 814-257-0192 www.smicksburg.net
Night of Shopping and Fun at Holiday Inn Indiana
Date: Event occurs in November
Location: Indiana Holiday Inn, 1395 Wayne Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Information: Shop a wide variety of many vendor booths! Proceeds from door prize tickets will benefit the Indiana County Humane Society and Four Footed Friends! Door prizes drawn at 8:00 PM – You do not need to be present to win.
Contact: 724-463-3561
Lovin’ Downtown Every Second
Dates: Friday – November 9th and Friday – December 14th
Location: Downtown Indiana
Time: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Information: Let Downtown Indiana be a part of your Friday nights. “Lovin’ Downtown Every Second” is a free event sponsored by Downtown Indiana and invites families, friends and neighbors to stroll downtown on the second Friday of the month. Artists, musicians and once a month sales will be lining the downtown area to give you a chance to enjoy the night life. The monthly brochure and map are available at www.downtownindiana.org or at many of the downtown businesses.
Contact: 724-463-6110 www.downtownindiana.org
Smicksburg Cookie Tour
Date: Saturday- November 10th
Location: Downtown Smicksburg
Information: Visit participating shops and sample the delicious treats!
Contact: 814-257-0192 www.smicksburg.net
Dillweed’s Bed & Breakfast Christmas Open House
Dates: Saturday – November 10th and Sunday – November 11th
Location: Dillweed Bed & Breakfast, Dilltown, PA 15929
Time: Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Information: During this most wonderful time of the year, Dillweed Bed & Breakfast in Dilltown invites you to attend a very special open house event weekend. Come tour the bed & breakfast adorned this Holiday Season in the Victorian Era.
Contact: 814-446-6465 www.dillweedinc.com
Thistle and Pine’s Christmas Open House
Dates: Saturday – November 17th
Location: Thistle & Pine, 7570 Rt. 119 Hwy N, Marion Center, PA 15759
Information: Enjoy the Celtic holiday festive atmosphere, refreshments and gift basket drawing & giveaways.
Contact: 724-397-2442 www.thistleandpine.com
“It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival & Parade
Date: Friday – November 16th
Location: Downtown Indiana
Information: Come out and enjoy the parade, and the festival. Light up night, in front of the Courthouse, will take place immediately following the parade. Activities on North 7th Street, will include roasting marshmallows, crafts, music and hayrides. It’s A Wonderful Life movie will be shown at the Indiana Theatre with free admission.
Contact: 724-463-6110 www.downtownindiana.org
Santa’s Arrival at Indiana Mall
Date: This event occurs in November
Location: Indiana Mall, 2334 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
Information: Indiana Mall welcomes Santa at Center Court.
Contact: 724-349-6110
Christmas Thyme Shop in Strongstown Georgette’s Herb Garden & Antiques
Dates : Friday, November 23rd
Saturday, November 24th
Sunday, November 25th
Location: Strongstown Historical Society, 14729 Route 422 E, Strongstown, PA 15957
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Information: Free refreshments will be served at this 65 square foot hall filled with holiday gifts, decorations, antiques and decorated silk wreaths and Christmas trees also available.
Contact: 724-349-6293
Light Up Night in Clymer
Date: Friday – November 23rd
Location: Downtown Clymer
Information: Tree lighting will take place. Following the tree lighting, Santa will arrive on the Fire Truck with treats for all the children. Come out for all the fun!
Contact: 724-254-4710
Fleming Christmas Tree Farms Family Fun
Dates: Saturday, November 24th (also Trees for Troops Day!) – Sunday, November 25th
Saturday, December 1st – Sunday, December 2nd
Saturday, December 8th – Sunday, December 9th
Saturday, December 15th – Sunday, December 16th
Location: Flemings Christmas Tree Farm, 1803 Fleming Road, Indiana, PA 15701
Information: Come cut your family’s Christmas tree and visit our gift shop. Horse drawn wagon rides and concession stand on weekends only!
Contact: 724-463-0570 www.flemingschristmastrees.com
The Parlor Players Present: “Christmas Stories”
Dates: Friday, December 2nd – Saturday, December 3rd – Sunday, December 4th
Location: Dillweed Bed & Breakfast, 7453 Route 403 Hwy South, Dilltown, PA 15929
Information:Christmas time is a beloved season that has inspired some of the most profound and heartwarming tales of all time. Dillweed Bed & Breakfast invites you to share in a very special evening of storytelling as The Parlor Players present “Christmas Stories 2012.”
Contact: 814-446-6465 www.dillweedinc.com
Blairsville Light Up Night
Date: Friday – December 7th
Location: Downtown Blairsville
Information: An annual event held in downtown Blairsville to start off the holiday season. Watch the parade and see Santa arrive.
Contact: 724-459-6927
Homer City Light Up Night
Date: Friday – December 7th
Location: Dowtown Homer City
Information: Craft Bazaar, Parade, Bonfire, and visit with Santa at the Homer City Fire Hall.
Contact: 724-479-2184
Saltsburg Light Up Night
Date: Saturday – December 1st
Location: Downtown Saltsburg
Information: Festivities will include Tree Decorating, visits with Santa and his Elves on his horse drawn sleigh and visits with the Grinch (at Lions Building on Point Street). Free crafts for kids and free hot chocolate and cookies for all. Live entertainment and hot food can be purchased.
Contact: 724-639-3728
Tinsel Time 2012
Date: Thursday, December 8
Location: The Rustic Lodge, Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
Information: The Evergreen Garden Club invites you to ”A Berry Merry Christmas” Tinsel Time 2011. Christmas Treasures is held at the Rustic Lodge. Boutique shopping, delicious luncheon, holiday designs, entertainment, Santa’s surprise, raffles and door prizes.
Contact: 724-349-1222
For additional Holiday Happenings, be sure to visit our Calendar of Events!
