In addition to being a great place to live, the Poconos are a great place to enjoy the holidays! Here are just a few of the events awaiting you in the area.

• If you’re looking for something to get you in the holiday spirit, the streets of Jim Thorpe will be bustling with sounds and joy on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from December 4 through the 13^th. Enjoy decorations, cozy accommodations, and sounds of the trains and carolers. You can take a relaxed stroll through downtown to get into the holiday spirit. The town’s annual Christmas parade and tree lighting, Christmas play, Historic District Ghost Walks, and Gingerbread House contest are just a few of the Christmastime activities you can enjoy. The town’s mansions are also decorated for the season and are open for tours. Click here for more information!

• With the Magical Fireside Christmas you can begin a new Holiday tradition that brings the magic of Christmas alive. Take in the sweet smell of roasting marshmallows, and feel the warmth of the fire. Experience the spectacular display of lights adorning The Inn at Pocono Manors grounds. Enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, storytelling, craft and ornament making, face painting, letters to Santa, cookie decorating, and much more. Unwrapped gifts will be accepted as donations for Toys For Tots. This even runs from November 27 through December 18, 2015 on Fridays (4-9pm), Saturdays (11am-9pm), and Sundays (11am-5pm). Cost us $8 per person. Click here for more information. Call The Inn at Pocono Manors (800-233-8150 ext. 0) for more information.

• If you need to get some holiday shopping done (and enjoy yourself in the process!) The Crossings Premium Outlets will be home to Victorian Carolers and a Strolling Santa this holiday season. Every weekend, carolers will perform holiday favorites and classics while Santa strolls through the center handing out treats to children of all ages. It will be a great photo opportunity! You can enjoy the festivities every Saturday and Sunday from November 28, 2015 - December 20, 2015 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. And it’s FREE!

We invite you to come celebrate the holidays in the Poconos with us!