ACTIVITIES
FREE ACTIVITIES THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
SANTA'S SHANTY
Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association
DATE & TIME: Friday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. & 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 8 Lincoln Square
DESCRIPTION: Santa wants to know your wish list this Christmas! Come and visit with him in his seasonal Shanty.
Click here for other hours in December!
Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association
DATE & TIME: Friday 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. & 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 8 Lincoln Square
DESCRIPTION: Santa wants to know your wish list this Christmas! Come and visit with him in his seasonal Shanty.
Click here for other hours in December!
SPECIAL PHOTO BOOTH
Melissa Ring Photography
DATES & TIMES: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Southeast Quad of Lincoln Square
COST: Free
DESCRIPTION: Follow the bubbles to find the Holly King and the Christmas Fantasy photo booth! Get a professional photograph at a beautiful backdrop, a "snowy" floor, and fun props!
Unlimited Digital image downloads in an online gallery. One print per customer, group, or family unit while supplies last. Free candy canes while supplies last.
Additional prints available for purchase online.
Melissa Ring Photography
DATES & TIMES: Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Southeast Quad of Lincoln Square
COST: Free
DESCRIPTION: Follow the bubbles to find the Holly King and the Christmas Fantasy photo booth! Get a professional photograph at a beautiful backdrop, a "snowy" floor, and fun props!
Unlimited Digital image downloads in an online gallery. One print per customer, group, or family unit while supplies last. Free candy canes while supplies last.
Additional prints available for purchase online.
LIVE REINDEER FROM SPRUCE RIDGE
Steinwehr Business Improvement District
Gettysburg Heritage Center
297 Steinwehr Avenue
Saturday, December 6, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Visit the reindeer for FREE! Cell phone pictures are welcome for FREE!
Get an up-close and personal for a photo op for just $10.00.
Bring the family to meet and learn about Santa's reindeer friends!
Steinwehr Business Improvement District
Gettysburg Heritage Center
297 Steinwehr Avenue
Saturday, December 6, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Visit the reindeer for FREE! Cell phone pictures are welcome for FREE!
Get an up-close and personal for a photo op for just $10.00.
Bring the family to meet and learn about Santa's reindeer friends!
MINIATURE HORSES
Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program
Unity Park at Baltimore and Lefever Streets
(across from Mr. G's)
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Come and meet mini horses! Learn how these amazing animals and staff change lives through their programs. Kids can also enjoy a horse-themed coloring activity!
Shining Stars Therapeutic Riding Program
Unity Park at Baltimore and Lefever Streets
(across from Mr. G's)
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Come and meet mini horses! Learn how these amazing animals and staff change lives through their programs. Kids can also enjoy a horse-themed coloring activity!
LIVING NATIVITY
Gettysburg Presbyterian Church (GPC)
Corner of Baltimore and East High Streets
(in front of church)
Saturday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A dynamic portrayal of the true meaning of Christmas set amid the revelry of the Season, featuring live actors and the glorious tones of the GPC Worship Choir!
Gettysburg Presbyterian Church (GPC)
Corner of Baltimore and East High Streets
(in front of church)
Saturday 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A dynamic portrayal of the true meaning of Christmas set amid the revelry of the Season, featuring live actors and the glorious tones of the GPC Worship Choir!
FAMILY GAMES
Come play some family friendly games on historic Baltimore Street. Engage in some friendly competition in these games, suitable for all ages.
Corn hole, Jenga, Farkle, Tic-Tac-Toe, Ring Toss, Dominoes, Connect Four, and more!
Come play some family friendly games on historic Baltimore Street. Engage in some friendly competition in these games, suitable for all ages.
Corn hole, Jenga, Farkle, Tic-Tac-Toe, Ring Toss, Dominoes, Connect Four, and more!
GAGA BALL
Baltimore Street
Have you tried Gaga Ball yet? It’s fast, fun, and perfect for all ages! Players hop into the octagon-shaped pit, and the goal is simple: don’t get hit below the knees! It’s a mix of dodgeball, strategy, and nonstop laughter — a new addition to A Gettysburg Christmas Festival! Come join the fun and see if you’ve got what it takes to be the last one standing!
Baltimore Street
Have you tried Gaga Ball yet? It’s fast, fun, and perfect for all ages! Players hop into the octagon-shaped pit, and the goal is simple: don’t get hit below the knees! It’s a mix of dodgeball, strategy, and nonstop laughter — a new addition to A Gettysburg Christmas Festival! Come join the fun and see if you’ve got what it takes to be the last one standing!
HUMAN FOOSBALL
Baltimore Street
Steinwehr Avenue
Come be a part of the life size version of the popular table game found in many basements and game rooms! Line up with friends and family as players attempt to kick the ball past their opponents and into the goal. An exhilarating way to stay warm!
Baltimore Street
Steinwehr Avenue
Come be a part of the life size version of the popular table game found in many basements and game rooms! Line up with friends and family as players attempt to kick the ball past their opponents and into the goal. An exhilarating way to stay warm!
LETTERS TO SANTA
Drop off your letters to Santa Claus!
If you provide an address, your letter will be answered by Santa!
LOCATION
Best Western, 301 Steinwehr Avenue
Drop off your letters to Santa Claus!
If you provide an address, your letter will be answered by Santa!
LOCATION
Best Western, 301 Steinwehr Avenue
WISHING WELL GIVEAWAYS
Sponsored by Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association
Drop your name in one or all three wishing wells and you could be a winner! GARMA will be drawing winners for First Friday prizes, including gift cards from local businesses and three grand prize winners will receive an overnight stay in Gettysburg including dining and activities.
Sponsored by Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association
Drop your name in one or all three wishing wells and you could be a winner! GARMA will be drawing winners for First Friday prizes, including gift cards from local businesses and three grand prize winners will receive an overnight stay in Gettysburg including dining and activities.
SELFIE STATIONS
Stop by one of our custom holiday selfie stations hand-painted by local sign maker, Marty Mummert. Strike a pose and get that perfect Instagram snap of you and your crew!
Be sure to tag your pic with #GettysburgChristmas
Stop by one of our custom holiday selfie stations hand-painted by local sign maker, Marty Mummert. Strike a pose and get that perfect Instagram snap of you and your crew!
Be sure to tag your pic with #GettysburgChristmas
Can you get a selfie with all of Santa's Reindeer?
DASHER * CUPID * DANCER * DONNER * PRANCER * BLITZEN * VIXEN * COMET * RUDOLPH
DASHER * CUPID * DANCER * DONNER * PRANCER * BLITZEN * VIXEN * COMET * RUDOLPH