Harrisburg Magazine

12/05/2025

The Harrisburg Area transforms into a glowing landscape of twinkling displays, festive trails, and immersive winter attractions. From dazzling drive-through spectacles in Hershey and Elizabethtown to charming walk-through villages and neighborhood light shows, Central Pennsylvania offers something magical for every kind of holiday outing. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure, a romantic evening stroll, or a low-key local display, this guide highlights the best places to see Christmas lights in and around Harrisburg for the 2025 season.
https://harrisburgmagazine.com/christmas-lights-around-harrisburg-2025/

12/05/2025

Celebrate winter by creating a beautiful and festive wreath, perfect for the holidays! Using fresh limbs, twigs and pods pruned from the Gardens, participants will learn how to create a stunning, long-lasting 24-inch wreath for their door or table. All supplies and materials are provided.
Members: $55; Non-members: $65
Friday, December 5 at 10 a.m.,
Saturday, December 6 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and
Sunday, December 7 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
https://www.hersheygardens.org/event/winter-wreath-workshop-2/2025-12-05/

12/04/2025

Check out Chloe and Maddie Sheehan on the cover of the December 2025 issue of Harrisburg Magazine. In this issue are articles about Big Brothers, Big Sisters, how seniors can downsize with dignity, and how to find purpose after loss. Our December Issue also includes information about the 2026 Simply the Best Readers' Poll which begins January 1! Plus an article about one of Santa's helpers, who helps keep the spirit of Santa alive here in Harrisburg.
https://harrisburgmagazine.com/december-2025-digital-issue/

12/02/2025

Christmas shop at one of the largest holiday shows in the country. The PA Christmas Show is completely indoors and all on one floor. You can visit more than 550+ specialty shoppes selling a wide array of exclusive, unique gifts for family and friends. You’ll be pleased with the quality, variety and range of reasonable prices. There’s something for everyone on your list!

Cost is $12 for adults / $10 Seniors/ Children under 11 free
2300 North Cameron Street (Cameron & Maclay Sts.)
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Please enter the parking lot through Gate J, follow direction from the parking attendants and enter the building through the CAMERON STREET LOBBY.

Wednesday, December 3 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m
Thursday, December 4 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 5 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 6 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 7 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

https://www.pachristmasshow.com/

12/02/2025

The Salvation Army and Walmart recognize that every child should feel the wonder of Christmas. Visit your local Walmart, pick a tag off the Angel Tree, shop the child's list of wants and needs, and then the Salvation Army will distribute the gifts to the parents to place under their tree. The Salvation Army USA


Interested in donating? Visit the Salvation Army's website to find an Angel Tree near you! https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/walmart-angel-tree/

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

Check out the new categories that will be appearing on the 2026 Simply the Best Ballot! We have added 18!

https://harrisburgmagazine.com/new-categories-for-simply-the-best-2026/

11/26/2025

Simply the Best Nominations are approaching quickly! If you plan on participating, you can start promoting your business to be nominated as early as December 1st!

Nominations are officially from January 1st - February 20th

Want to participate? Register here: https://harrisburgmagazine.com/register-for-simply-the-best-2026/

11/24/2025

Have you ever stopped to wonder what's really going on in your pet's mind? Do they have thoughts, feelings, and desires just like we do? Kristen Zellner delves into the fascinating world of animal communicators in her monthly column "For the Love of Pets."
https://harrisburgmagazine.com/tune-into-your-pets-needs-with-an-animal-communicator/

11/22/2025

Take a look behind the scenes and meet the furry rescue friends at Harrisburg Magazine.

Need a new furry friend for the holidays? Visit your local animal shelter or rescue to adopt!

Humane Society of Harrisburg https://bit.ly/44h1ddd
Speranza Animal Rescue https://bit.ly/4rbd5r5
Nirvana Animal Rescue https://bit.ly/4oSU6jz

Humane Society of Harrisburg Area Speranza Animal Rescue

11/20/2025

Amy Simpson caught up with several standout musicians from the Central Pennsylvania Youth All-Star Band. Check out her article that was published in the November issue of Harrisburg Magazine now live on our website!

https://harrisburgmagazine.com/november-2025-digital-issue/