Category: Winter Activities
Celebrate Christmas in Lancaster County
June 5, 2025Key Takeaways for Planning a Christmas Getaway to Lancaster
- Lancaster County hosts dozens of festive Christmas activities each year, including AMT’s Winter Wonderland spectacular (November through December) featuring singers, dancers, and holiday songs.
- Family highlights include Dutch Wonderland’s Christmas at the Park with puppet shows, light displays, Santa, and New Year’s Eve Diamond Drop; Stone Gables Estate’s Santa Express train, Christmas Village, and lights show (Thanksgiving to New Year’s).
- Train lovers enjoy Strasburg Railroad’s 45-minute Christmas Express with stories, musicians, treats, Santa gifts, and market (Nov–Dec); drive-thru options like Clipper Stadium’s mile-long light show with radio-synced music and walk-through Christmas Tree Lane.
- Cultural events feature Ephrata Cloister’s candlelight tours with a cappella carols, Landis Valley Farm Museum’s old-fashioned PA German Christmas with Belsnickel, Lititz Historical Society’s Candlelight Tour of the 1792 Mueller House, and Nutcracker Ballet (1st Weekend in December).
- Shop for unique gifts like Amish quilts and wall hangings at The Quilt Shop at Miller’s, shippable pies/jams from The Shoppes at Miller’s, or nostalgic antiques; stay at AmishView Inn & Suites for farmland views and proximity to all events.
American Music Theatre Christmas Show
October 17, 2017We love when guests come to visit us for the holidays! You can be sure our halls will be decked, and whether you prefer to shop or to be entertained, Lancaster County has something just for you. In fact, within minutes of the AmishView Inn you can experience some of the best holiday shopping, antiquing, and shows for all ages.
We would like to put the spotlight on one of our favorite annual Christmas shows – The Christmas Show at American Music Theatre! It’s truly a spectacle of fun and nostalgia.
Performances To Make You Feel The Christmas Spirit
With the holiday season on its way, people are prepping for family traditions and festivities. Soon, holiday decorations will adorn homes and shops. Holiday music will delight listeners over the airwaves and cheer will be everywhere. For many, the time of Christmas is filled with wonder and whimsy. Each year features a different Christmas Show with live music and amazing sets.
In 2026, American Music Theater Christmas Show isWinter Wonderland. This a festive and heartwarming Christmas show in Lancaster County whisks audiences away to enchanting holiday settings—from a charming Bavarian village to the twinkling magic of the North Pole. This dazzling production features stunning sets, beautiful costumes, and live performances of your favorite sacred and secular holiday songs. With a sensational cast, a live orchestra, and even a visit from Santa himself, Winter Wonderland Christmas Show delivers the sights, sounds, and spirit of the season in a joyful experience the whole family will treasure.
This enchanting musical holiday adventure brings together friends old and new for a heartwarming celebration of the season. With awe-inspiring performances, festive tunes, and plenty of cheer, it’s an experience designed to delight audiences of all ages. Plus, enjoy the outstanding musical arrangements played by the American Music Theatre orchestra!
It’s Showtime!
The 2026 Christmas Show at AMT will be running from November 3rd until December 30th, so don’t miss this spectacular show! Only a few minutes from AmishView Inn, let the talented performers at American Music Theatre in Lancaster help you experience the joy of past holidays.
Let Us Be Your Home For The Holidays
Looking for a winter getaway? Let AmishView Inn be your home during the holidays! Our beautiful views and optional adult-only wing can give you the peaceful retreat that you deserve. Plus, we are only minutes from American Music Theatre. Contact us now to get more information or make your reservation today.
Holiday Shopping In Lancaster County
September 28, 2017Looking to do some holiday shopping in Lancaster County? Early birds and last-minute shoppers alike will find that Lancaster is the perfect place to shop this holiday season. Whether you are looking for national brands or local goods from Amish Country, you can find it all. Here are some of our favorite places to finish off that gift list in Lancaster.
The Barn and Hearth Shop
The Barn & Hearth Shop offers a thoughtfully curated selection of locally made gifts, specialty foods, and artisan-crafted goods. As a modern home accents store with rustic charm, it features unique décor, kitchenware, apparel, accessories and seasonal items. Guests will find Lancaster County favorites like Miller’s Bakery treats, nostalgic candies, signature jams, and Olio olive oils. Whether you’re shopping for your home or the perfect gift, The Barn & Hearth Shop blends local character with fresh, welcoming style.
The Shoppes at Miller’s
Right next to Miller’s Smorgasbord, you will find several shops. Anna’s Gifts and Sundries featuring locally made jewelry, Lancaster themed apparel and crafts from local artisans. Locally Made Food Shop where you’ll find Miller’s baked goods, jams, pickled items, and candy as well as locally made kitchenwares. The Quilt Shop at Miller’s with hand stitched quilts and other locally made crafts. Ruthie’s is a upscale women’s clothing boutique.
The Quilt Shop At Miller’s
Hundreds of Handmade Quilts.
Choose from hundreds of handmade quilts, quillows, wall hangings, and exquisite gift items from Amish, Mennonite, and other local artisans. Members of the friendly, knowledgeable sales staff are always available for questions.
Our meticulous Quilt Shop staff selects only the finest examples of craftsmanship to fill our spacious 3,500 square foot, well-lit showroom. Located at The Shoppes at Miller’s.
Kitchen Kettle Village
If you’re looking for less mainstream gifts, Kitchen Kettle Village offers a variety of local goods. Located in Intercourse, PA, this collection of over 40 shops specializes in rustic and artistic wares. Home-canned jams, handcrafted leather goods, hand-stitched quilts, and more are available at the Village. You can also find specialized gifts including an assortment of handmade crafts. More information is available on their website. Best of all, it’s located only minutes from AmishView!
Antiques Shopping
Lancaster County is well-known for its antiques shops and what better place to find those nostalgic toys you once owned (or listed on your childhood Christmas Wish List)? TripAdvisor lists numerous antique stores near us, and our guest services staff would be more than happy to help you decide which ones to visit.
Tanger Outlets
Located right off of Route 30/Lincoln Highway, this outlet mall houses over 50 individual shops. Tanger’s layout makes it easy to park in one spot and spend the day walking through all of your favorite shops. Clothing, toys, housewares, and everything in between are available from the shops at Tanger Outlets. The outlets make it simple to tackle that shopping list! They keep an updated directory of their shops online for your perusal.
Park City Center
Located at the intersection of Harrisburg Pike and Route 30, Park City Center is the largest enclosed shopping center in Lancaster County. With nearly 1.5 million square feet of space, and over 170 stores, Park City Center is one of the best places to get your holiday shopping done. This mall is divided into 8 wings, with several anchor stores, including: Kohl’s, JCPenney, Boscov’s, and Raymour & Flanigan. A full listing of their shops can be found here.
Spend this Winter Season Holiday Shopping With Us!
When you stay at Amishview Inn, you put yourself right in the middle of some of the best holiday shopping available. Spending your days shopping, and your nights relaxing in one of our rooms overlooking Amish Country, makes for a great vacation! Don’t forget to mention our Free Shopping Enhancement.
Lancaster County is the perfect destination for those seeking modern amenities and comfort while in pursuit of nostalgic, quaint experiences that can take you back to simpler days for Christmas. Indoor and outdoor holiday events are taking place throughout Lancaster and neighboring counties.
AmishView Inn & Suites, Tripadvisor’s Top Lancaster hotel, is one of the best places to stay, be near it all, and still be able to enjoy quiet, retreat-like accommodations. We even offer adults-only building for those without children.
Book your stay today!