Here are featured Lebanon Valley events happening this weekend. Find more events at our Lebanon County Events Calendar, or submit your own events to our Lebanon Valley calendar here.
Events this weekend
Friday, December 12
Cookies for a Cause at Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza
12 a.m.-11:59 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 1147 Quentin Road, Lebanon
Proceeds from all cookie purchases will benefit Four Diamonds during the entire month of December 2025.
Christmas Cookie & Candy Sale at Hebron Church
Free | 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 451 E. Walnut St., Lebanon
Hebron Church’s annual Christmas Cookie, Candy, & More Sale will also feature gift baskets and holiday decorations for purchase. Same low prices.
Deja Vu! More New Oil Paintings by Local Artist Robert Heilman at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery
Free | 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 847 Cumberland St., Lebanon
Following his recent, well-received exhibition at Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery, LPF is pleased to unveil an expanded selection of new works by nationally recognized oil painter Robert Heilman. Over the past year, Heilman has experienced a notable surge of creative energy, resulting in another substantial and compelling body of fresh paintings. Heilman is a cornerstone of the Lebanon County art community and one of Lebanon County’s most accomplished and respected artists. The exhibition will open on Friday, Dec. 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and will remain on view in our gallery until Saturday, Jan. 31.
Recognized for his masterful treatment of light and shadow, Heilman’s paintings in oil are often described as photo-realistic. Yet, to the artist, his work is not about replicating a scene with technical precision, but about capturing its presence and substance. His subjects — ranging from quiet nocturnal townscapes to serene pastoral landscapes — are rendered with a sensitivity that evokes both stillness and intimacy.
Intentionally absent of human figures, Heilman’s paintings resist narrative interpretation. Instead, they invite viewers to experience the essential qualities of place: its mood, its atmosphere, and the emotions it stirs. His newest works continue this exploration, offering viewers another opportunity to engage with art that lingers in memory long after it is seen.
Lebanon Picture Frame & Fine Art Gallery has been serving the regional artistic community since 1999. Aside from professional and quality archival custom framing, its gallery regularly features exhibitions of local artists, as well as unique handcrafted gift items, such as jewelry, paintings, ceramics, sculptures, and more.
If you would like more information, call Lebanon Picture Frame at 717-279-7725 or email info@LebanonPictureFrame.com.
Preschool Storytime at Myerstown Community Library
Free | 10:30-11:30 a.m., Friday, December 12 | 199 N. College St., Myerstown
Join in the fun with stories, songs, and more that encourage the development of early literacy skills in young children.
Christkindlmarkt at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Social Hall
Free | 4-8 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 1304 Heidelberg Ave., Schaefferstown
Join us again for our annual Christkindlmarkt, a free-admission event to be held on Friday, Dec. 12, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Local artisans will sell early American and Pennsylvania German crafts just in time for the holiday season! Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted.
The parking lot is located behind the church on North Carpenter Street.
2025 Carriage Ride Reservations at Beers + Hoffman Office (next to the Lebanon Farmers Market)
$0.00 – $10.00 | 5-6 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 31 S. 8th St., Lebanon
Reserve a seat on the 15-person carriage. Tickets are $10.00 for adults, $5.00 for children 3 to 12, and free for children under 3. Please check ticket times closely, as there are eight choices of departure times. Carriage ride check-in is at Beers + Hoffman Office (next to the Lebanon Farmers Market), located at 31 S. 8th St.
Live Music with Hannah Noel Music at Blue Bird Inn
7 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 2387 Cornwall Road, Lebanon
Blue Bird Inn will host live music with Hannah Noel Music on Friday, Dec. 12, starting at 7 p.m.
Saturday, December 13
Cookies for a Cause at Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza
12 a.m.-11:59 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 1147 Quentin Road, Lebanon
Proceeds from all cookie purchases will benefit Four Diamonds during the entire month of December 2025.
Philadelphia Tea Party Cat Show at Lebanon Expo Center
Saturday, December 13 | 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon
For information, contact Vicki White at abylover@verison.net or 717-926-3488.
Cookie Walk at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Free | 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 125 S. Spruce St., Annville
The Cookie Walk starts at 9 a.m. There will be hundreds of dozens of cookies to choose from. Cookies are priced by the pound and are $10.00 per pound. Come join the fun and have your picture taken with the gingerbread man!
Christkindlmarkt at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ Social Hall
Free | 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 1304 Heidelberg Ave., Schaefferstown
Join us again for our annual Christkindlmarkt, a free-admission event to be held on Friday, Dec. 12, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Local artisans will sell early American and Pennsylvania German crafts just in time for the holiday season! Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted.
The parking lot is located behind the church on North Carpenter Street.
Christmas Holiday Open House & Market at Revive Cafe and Craft
$0.00 – $25.00 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 65 W. Main St., Lebanon
Join us at Revive Cafe and Craft in downtown Quentin for our Christmas Holiday Open House and Market!
Bring your own camera for photos with our vintage sleigh and Christmas backdrops. Make an ornament with the class. Enjoy a hot chocolate bar. Do some Christmas gift shopping with vendors. Bella Bliss Permanent Jewelry will also be on-site.
Storytime with Santa Cow at Chick-fil-A Lebanon Plaza
Free | 9:30-10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 13 | 1147 Quentin Road, Lebanon
Join us for a morning with Santa Cow! Enjoy stories, a craft, photo opportunities, and free breakfast biscuits for the kids.
Holiday Cupcake Decorating Class at Annville Train Station
9:30-11:30 a.m., Saturday, December 13 | 150 N. Moyer St., Annville
Come join us for a fun Holiday Cupcake Decorating Class, where you’ll learn how to create festive and delicious treats!
Santa Claus at Alden Villa Event Venue
Free | 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 1012 Alden Way, Lebanon
Santa is coming to Alden Villa!
Join us for a magical morning on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snap festive photos, let the kids share their wish lists with Santa, and enjoy the cozy holiday spirit.
Warm up with holiday treats:
– Winter Flight Special ($15.25): Sip a Snowy Gingerbread Breve, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Sugar Cookie Latte with Cold Foam, and Christmas Chai Latte—perfect for sampling the season!
– December Monthly Special ($9.00): A holiday chai paired with a cinnamon-sugar fluff muffin (or swap for cinnamon-butter).
Where: 1012 Alden Way, Lebanon. Alden Press Coffee Shop hours are Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Come cozy up, sip something delicious, and make holiday memories with Santa at Alden Villa!
Poinsettia Forever Flower Workshop at Drunken Smithy
$75.00 | 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 2236 Lebanon Valley Mall, Lebanon
Smithing isn’t all iron and steel. At Drunken Smithy, we work with soft metals, too! Join us for an introduction to the art of metalworking by creating your own everlasting bloom in our flower crafting workshop featuring a different flower every month. For this workshop, you will learn to make a copper poinsettia flower. You’ll learn to design, cut, texture, and build your own copper flower with the freedom to customize your work along the way.
The workshop will take place regardless of the number of tickets sold; no minimum number of participants is required. All raw materials, tools, gloves, and safety glasses will be provided. All experience levels welcome — instructors will help as much or as little as you’d like. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes or boots.
Drunken Smithy is wheelchair-friendly and welcomes participants of all ability levels. The only restriction we have is that oxygen tanks are not permitted in our forging area or the copper and silver workshop areas.
The Forever Flowers fee (per person) for this workshop: $75.00 total. Reserve a ticket for this workshop: $50.00 non-refundable deposit + $25.00 due day of class (cash, check, credit/debit card, and Drunken Smithy gift certificates accepted).
Have a gift certificate? Add the ticket(s) to your cart and then type the voucher code from the bottom left corner of your gift certificate in the box that says “Apply Coupon.” Proceed to checkout, and your reservation confirmation will be emailed to you. If you have a balance remaining on your gift certificate, you can redeem it in person at the shop.
For further information, contact forge@drunkensmithy.com.
Christmas at the Homestead at Isaac Meier Homestead
10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 524 S. College St., Myerstown
Stop by the Isaac Meier Homestead to pick up some Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers! Enjoy complimentary hot mulled cider and cookies.
Cookies with Santa and Santa Shop at Mount Gretna Fire House
10-11:30 a.m., Saturday, December 13 | 41 Boulevard Ave., Mount Gretna
Mount Gretna Fire House will host Cookies with Santa and Santa Shop on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Yule Bazaar at Drunken Smithy
Free | 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 2236 Lebanon Valley Mall, Lebanon
Yule Bazaar is an annual event featuring winter themes, timeless traditions, and an abundance of holiday cheer. Whether you’re searching for the perfect present, seeking inspiration for your holiday decor, or simply looking to embrace the festive spirit, the Yule Bazaar is the place to be. Join us to make lasting memories that will warm your heart throughout the winter months. This festival will be held Dec. 13-14 in the Lebanon Valley Mall.
This indoor festival will provide free entertainment, including live music, variety acts, and family-friendly activities. Seeking unique gifts? There will be a plethora of vendors throughout the interior of the mall.
Admission to the Yule Bazaar is free. Parking at the Lebanon Valley Mall is free.
Leather Workshop – Mistletoe Leaf Pouch at Drunken Smithy
$50.00 | 2:30-4:30 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 2236 Lebanon Valley Mall, Lebanon
Everyone needs a leather pouch to hold their treasures! Join our leathersmiths as you learn to cut and sew leather, along with adding grommets, rivets, and snaps, to create a 3″ by 5″ leather pouch with a leather mistletoe leaf-shaped closure.
For this workshop, students will learn to make a leather mistletoe leaf pouch. Each workshop is a one-time, intensive, hands-on course, and each participant can make one leather mistletoe leaf pouch. The workshop will take place regardless of the number of tickets sold; no minimum number of participants is required. All raw materials, tools, and safety equipment will be provided. All experience levels are welcome — instructors will help as much or as little as you’d like. This workshop is designed for adults and older teens. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes or boots.
The Leather Mistletoe Leaf Pouch fee per person for this workshop is $50.00 total (paid on our website when you book your ticket).
Afternoon Tea with Santa at The Londonderry Inn & Estate
$33.85 – $60.54 | 3:30-6 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 2764 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra
Get ready to sip some tea and share your wish list with the big man himself at our holiday tea party. It’s gonna be a jolly good time!
Historical Lantern Hayride at Isaac Meier Homestead
Free | 5-8 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 524 S. College St., Myerstown
Join the Isaac Meier Homestead, the Elmer C. Ebling Memorial Charity, and the Hometown Historian to experience the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 13. This event is free and open to all ages.
We’ll have house tours, mulled cider, hot dogs, cookies, s’mores, and stories around the campfire.
3 Heath Brothers at The Allen Theatre
7 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 36 E. Main St., Annville
Annville, PA! We are so excited to bring back the 2025 NOT SO SILENT NIGHT TOUR for one night only! Tickets go on sale soon! Be sure to follow our pages on social media to be notified when they are available.
Best Friends Girl – The Number 1 Cars Experience! at The Allen Theatre
$27.48 | 7-9 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 36 E. Main St., Annville
Best Friends Girl recreates the timeless hits of The Cars, spanning a 35-year career with lifelong, top-notch, professional musicians!
Live Music with Andy Alonso & Friends at Mount Gretna Hideaway
8-11 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 40 Boulevard Ave., Mount Gretna
Mount Gretna Hideaway will host live music with Andy Alonso & Friends on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday, December 14
Copper Dragon Workshop at Drunken Smithy
$150.00 | 10-11:30 a.m., Sunday, December 14 | 2236 Lebanon Valley Mall, Lebanon
Light those torches! This class includes flame painting! Get your feet wet in the art of metalcraft by creating your own hanging copper dragon wind spinner. You’ll learn to texture, bend, and create your own copper dragon as unique as you. Copper dragons crafted during this workshop will be approximately 9″x9″.
The workshop will take place regardless of the number of tickets sold; no minimum number of participants is required. All raw materials, tools, gloves, and safety glasses will be provided. All experience levels are welcome — instructors will help as much or as little as you’d like. Participants must wear closed-toe shoes or boots and have long hair tied back. Although we are called Drunken Smithy, please keep in mind that alcohol may not be consumed prior to or during this workshop.
We require a $50.00 non-refundable deposit at the time of reserving your spot, and the remaining balance ($100.00) is to be paid the day of the workshop (paid on-site). When you pay the remaining balance, we impose a surcharge of 2.3% on the transaction amount for all credit, PayPal, and Venmo payment methods. There is no transaction fee for payments made with cash or Drunken Smithy gift certificates. The Copper Dragon fee per person for this workshop is $150.00 total.
Drunken Smithy is wheelchair-friendly and welcomes participants of all ability levels. The only restriction we have is that oxygen tanks are not permitted in our forging area or the copper and silver workshop areas.
Yule Bazaar at Drunken Smithy
Free | 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, December 14 | 2236 Lebanon Valley Mall, Lebanon
Yule Bazaar is an annual event featuring winter themes, timeless traditions, and an abundance of holiday cheer. Whether you’re searching for the perfect present, seeking inspiration for your holiday decor, or simply looking to embrace the festive spirit, the Yule Bazaar is the place to be. Join us to make lasting memories that will warm your heart throughout the winter months. This festival will be held Dec. 13-14 in the Lebanon Valley Mall.
This indoor festival will provide free entertainment, including live music, variety acts, and family-friendly activities. Seeking unique gifts? There will be a plethora of vendors throughout the interior of the mall.
Admission to the Yule Bazaar is free. Parking at the Lebanon Valley Mall is free.
Hope for Hurting Parents at North Cornwall Commons Apartment Complex 5th Floor Lounge
Free | 2 p.m., Sunday, December 14 | 114 Blackford Blvd., Lebanon
Hope For Hurting Parents was started by Tom and Dena Yohe in 2011, based on their own 10-year journey with their daughter Renee, who struggled with mental health issues, addiction, and self-injury. They continue to lead free Zoom meetings monthly and send out inspirational emails weekly. They encourage people to start small in-person groups in their own community, which Becky and Joe Duke did three years ago.
People seem to find comfort and strength in meeting with others who have gone through similar situations. At our support group meetings, we discuss one of 22 topics as outlined in Yohe’s workbook, such as self-care, enabling, worry and anxiety, hope, and guarding your family. The workbook also includes prayers, exercises, websites, and other resources.
Support group sessions are free and open to anyone who is a parent, caregiver, or loved one with someone who struggles with mental health issues, estrangement, addictions, gender dysphoria, incarceration, homelessness, or any other problem that causes you to experience emotional and spiritual turmoil. Our mission is to give comfort, encouragement, and hope to hurting parents/caregivers on their journey from surviving to thriving.
Handel’s Messiah, Part I at Friedens Lutheran Church
$3.00 – $18.00 | 3 p.m., Sunday, December 14 | 301 W. Washington Ave., Myerstown
The Lebanon County Choral Society will perform its holiday concert, featuring Part I of Handel’s Messiah, on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., at Friedens Lutheran Church, Myerstown. Artistic director Sean Hackett will conduct the choral society’s Adult Chorus, with a special guest appearance by the Youth Chorus, which is directed by Gabrielle Umholtz. A chamber orchestra will join the choirs for this performance. Refreshments will follow the concert.
Afternoon Tea with Santa at The Londonderry Inn & Estate
$33.85 – $60.54 | 3:30-6 p.m., Sunday, December 14 | 2764 Horseshoe Pike, Palmyra
Get ready to sip some tea and share your wish list with the big man himself at our holiday tea party. It’s gonna be a jolly good time!
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Friday, December 12
Christmas Cookie & Candy Sale at Hebron Church
Free | 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday, December 12 | 451 E. Walnut St., Lebanon
Hebron Church’s annual Christmas Cookie, Candy, & More Sale will also feature gift baskets and holiday decorations for purchase. Same low prices.
Saturday, December 13
Cookie Walk at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Free | 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 125 S. Spruce St., Annville
The Cookie Walk starts at 9 a.m. There will be hundreds of dozens of cookies to choose from. Cookies are priced by the pound and are $10.00 per pound. Come join the fun and have your picture taken with the gingerbread man!
Santa Claus at Alden Villa Event Venue
Free | 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, December 13 | 1012 Alden Way, Lebanon
Santa is coming to Alden Villa!
Join us for a magical morning on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Snap festive photos, let the kids share their wish lists with Santa, and enjoy the cozy holiday spirit.
Warm up with holiday treats:
– Winter Flight Special ($15.25): Sip a Snowy Gingerbread Breve, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Sugar Cookie Latte with Cold Foam, and Christmas Chai Latte—perfect for sampling the season!
– December Monthly Special ($9.00): A holiday chai paired with a cinnamon-sugar fluff muffin (or swap for cinnamon-butter).
Where: 1012 Alden Way, Lebanon. Alden Press Coffee Shop hours are Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Come cozy up, sip something delicious, and make holiday memories with Santa at Alden Villa!
Friday, December 19
Collage Lounge at Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts
$6.00 – $12.00 | 7-9 p.m., Friday, December 19 | 770 Cumberland St., Lebanon
Join Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts for a relaxed evening of collage, creativity, and connection. The Collage Lounge is a low-key, competition-free space to explore creative expression through the medium of collage. Pay in advance or on site. Sign up for a membership and get the first session free. All fees support LVCOA in its mission to provide artistic classes, events, and information.
Thursday, January 8
Dining with Diabetes at Penn State Extension of Lebanon County
$39.00 | 2-4 p.m., Thursday, January 8 | 2120 Cornwall Road, Suite 1, Lebanon
Dining with Diabetes is a program for adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes and their families. These classes will help you understand some of the most important things you need to know about managing your diabetes.
Trained Penn State Extension educators will lead discussions addressing:
– Important numbers you need to know and physical activity recommendations
– Meal planning and carbohydrate counting
– Healthy cooking with less fat and sodium
– Medications, monitoring and goal setting
– How to eat wisely while dining out
Four consecutive classes are held with a three-month follow-up. Each class offers discussions regarding vital information to help you manage your diabetes, food demonstrations, and physical activity suggestions. In addition to program booklets, participants will receive the Dining with Diabetes cookbook and course handouts.
If you have been told that you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, you will want to attend this class!
Space is limited. Pre-registration is required!
Friday, January 16
Collage Lounge at Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts
$6.00 – $12.00 | 7-9 p.m., Friday, January 16 | 770 Cumberland St., Lebanon
Join Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts for a relaxed evening of collage, creativity, and connection. The Collage Lounge is a low-key, competition-free space to explore creative expression through the medium of collage. Pay in advance or on site. Sign up for a membership and get the first session free. All fees support LVCOA in its mission to provide artistic classes, events, and information.
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