A Very Bucks County Christmas: 5 Things To Do In Town This Holiday Weekend

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Bucks County has lots to offer for anyone home for the holidays.

If you're looking for something festive to do this weekend, this list should get you in the spirit:

Amazing Christmas Village

Time: Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: Neshaminy Square Shopping Center, 4201 Neshaminy Blvd, Bensalem

The theme this year is Christmas Around the World, focusing on a different region each week with food vendors offering dishes specific to their part of the world. Listen and sing along to your favorite Christmas music, stop in front of the fire to roast some marshmallows, and enjoy some guest dance groups and musical guests while you shop holiday crafts, candles, toys, clothing, home decor, jewelry, and more.

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Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm

Time: Timed tickets sold online

Location: Shady Brook Farm, 931 Stony Hill Rd, Yardley

Shady Brook Farm’s spectacular Holiday Light Show features more than 3 million lights illuminating acres of farmland. Encounter whimsical displays and familiar characters as you drive through in the comfort of your own car or enjoy the show on an open-air wagon ride (weather permitting). Plus, visit Santa’s Village after the show to warm up at a toasty campfire, enjoy hot cocoa, s’mores, tasty treats + spirited drinks. Tickets are $40 per car online; get yours at the link.

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Kwanzaa Celebration

Time: Sunday at 5:15 p.m.

Location: Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne

Now through Jan. 1, Sesame Street friends will be celebrating each night of Kwanzaa with a special Storytime and Kinara lighting, while learning all about the celebrations and principles of Kwanzaa.

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The Crossing Reenactment

Time: Saturday, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: 1112 River Rd, Washington Crossing

Each December, thousands of people gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas night river crossing. During the event, several hundred reenactors in Continental military dress listen to a rousing speech by General Washington and then row across the river in replica Durham boats. This event is free.

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Holiday Lights Meander at Fonthill Castle

Time: Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location: Fonthill Castle, East Court Street & Route 313, Doylestown

Explore the special 2021 Holiday Lights Meander route and spend 30 minutes gazing at the splendor of the holiday decorations of historic Fonthill Castle on your own. Knowledgeable tour guides will be available along the holiday route to answer questions and make this a seasonal experience to remember for the whole family. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for youth, and $5 for children.

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