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The Six Days of Christmas Activities

Looking for something new and exciting to do this holiday season? Well, then you will love this list jam-packed with twelve awesome activities to do with friends and family. These activities are the perfect way to get in the holiday spirit, visit new places, and support local businesses.

 

Overly’s Country Christmas

Admission: $25 per family carload / $5 per person Park and Walk

Location:116 Blue Ribbon Lane Greensburg, PA 15601

 

Overly’s Country Christmas is a nonprofit organization operated mainly by volunteers who are committed to creating holiday memories. Overly’s is the perfect holiday experience complete with an old-fashioned, walk thru Christmas Light Display, singing carols around a bonfire,  meeting Santa, and plenty of holiday treats. 

 

 

Winter Flower Show and Light Garden

Admission: Adults=$24.95, Children=$14.95, Seniors/Students over 18=$22.95 (Standard Value tickets)

Location: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, 1 Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

This beautiful display dazzles guests with its amazing winter themes and 

enchanting lights. This year there are some brand new exciting features including a Winter Solstice-inspired display, spectacular LED fireworks, a “singing tree”, and so much more. 

 

 

The UPMC Rink at PPG Place

Admission: Adults (ages 13-49): $11-$12, Children (through age 12): $10-$11, Seniors (ages 50 and up): $10-$11

Location:4, PPG Place, Third Avenue Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

The magic of the season comes to life as you skate around the beautifully decorated, 65-foot Christmas tree with endless Christmas carols playing in the background.  Enjoy the scenery of the city as you skate and after grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants nearby. 

 

Peoples Gas Holiday Market

Admission: Free

Location: 28 Market Square, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone? This holiday market offers a unique variety of vendors displaying jewelry, pottery,  ornaments, toys, holiday treats, and so much more. Come stop by you won’t be disappointed. 

 

 

Holiday Shows at the Palace Theatre

Admission: Varies depending show 

Location: 21 W. Otterman St, Greensburg, PA 15601

Take a step back in time and visit the Palace Theater in Greensburg this holiday season. Enjoy the large variety of shows including the infamous Nutcracker. Take your friends and family, sit back relax, and enjoy the show. 

 

 

Rangos Giant Cinema Features The Polar Express

Admission: Senior, Adult, Child: $12

Location: 1 Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212

 

The Polar Express will be playing at the Carnegie Science Center up until December 24th. A festive way to celebrate the holiday season for those of all ages. To add a little bit more fun, wear your favorite Christmas pjs. 

 

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Corey McHenry
Corey McHenry, Staff Writer
Corey McHenry is a junior at Greater Latrobe Senior High School. At school, she is involved in the Key Club, Interact Club, and Environmental Club. She is also in Mu Alpha Feta and the Spanish National Honor Society. Outside of school, she was a competitive gymnast for ten years where she trained at Elegance Elite and reached level eight. One of her biggest gymnastics accomplishments is becoming a  state bar champion. A few of her other interests include skiing, shopping, and hanging out with her friends and family. She is also an employee at the Meadows in Latrobe where she loves to serve and interact with customers. A few fun facts about her are that her favorite season is fall, she loves traveling to different places, and her favorite color is pink. Corey is so excited to have the opportunity to take journalism to learn and grow more as a writer and photographer.

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