5 Fun Things To Do In Bucks County This Christmas Weekend

BUCKS COUNTY, PA —It's the Christmas weekend.

For most people, this is a three-day holiday weekend with Christmas falling on Monday. And while many of us will be celebrating the holiday with family and friends, let's harken back for a moment to someone who didn't share in the merriment that day —someone who was seeking an opportunity to change his fortunes.

Of course, we're talking about George Washington and his Christmas Day sneak attack on the Hessians in Trenton, N.J., a battle that turned the tide somewhat in the Revolutionary War.

So before you go to grandma's house, maybe stop and see this re-enactment taking place Monday and watch the good general and his troops cross the mighty —and then icy —Delaware River.

You might also want to bask in the glow of holiday lights to get you in the mood before you see George.

Shady Brook Farm in Lower Makefield Township has its annual holiday lights show and you can see "A Christmas Story" playing at a theater in Bristol. Sesame Place in Middletown Township has a holiday celebration going on as well. Or ride the North Pole Express in New Hope!

These are some of the events in Bucks County this weekend:

Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show 2023

It might be the show of shows in Bucks County. There's still time to catch the annual Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show in Lower Makefield Township which features "millions of dazzling lights" that can be seen via a vehicle drive-through, a wagon ride, and even a private wagon ride. (Read this Patch story for more details.)

(Photo Courtesy of Shady Brook Farm)

A Christmas Story at the Bristol Riverside Theatre

The classic movie comes to life on stage at the Bristol Riverside Theatre. In 1940s Indiana, a young, bespectacled Ralphie schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. An infamous leg lamp, an outrageous set of pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the obstacles that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Catch the performance through the end of the year.

(Photo Courtesy of the Bristol Riverside Theatre)

Sesame Place Celebrating All Holidays With 'A Very Furry Christmas'

Sesame Place Philadelphia has transformed into a sparkling Christmas wonderland with millions of twinkling lights, family-friendly attractions, and holly jolly fun, including seasonal special events, tasty treats, and unique photo opportunities with Sesame Street friends in their holiday best. (Please read this Patch story for more details.)

(Photo Courtesy of Sesame Place)

Ride the North Pole Express In New Hope

Sip hot chocolate and enjoy a freshly baked cookie while singing along with the New Hope Railroad’s roaming musicians as they play Christmas carols. The North Pole Express offers similar amenities but is pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive instead. Gear up in pajamas and enjoy the relaxing holiday ride through historic Bucks County. Rent a private caboose or coach car for you and your loved ones.

Washington Will Cross The Delaware On Christmas Day

After a successful First Crossing recently, the stage is now set for the 71st Annual Crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas Day. At about 1 p.m. Gen. George Washington will muster the troops on the banks of the Delaware and depending upon weather conditions will embark for New Jersey aboard four large Durham Boats. (Read this Patch story for more details.)

(Photo by Jeff Werner/Patch)