Events
2024 Christmas Coloring Contest
Click here or the image for a printable PDF to color and enter into the contest
Click here or the image for a printable PDF to color and enter into the contest
Coloring pages MUST BE RETURNED to the Christmas Mailbox in Center Square, or mailed to the Main Street Hanover, 40 York Street, Hanover, PA., NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024 in order TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE GRAND PRIZE. Winner of the contest will be notified the week of November 18. All entries must be entirely created by the entrant.
Christmas in Hanover presented by Main Street Hanover with The Hanover Christmas Committee is proud to present the Christmas activities for the 2024 season.
Get ready for a season of holiday cheer with Christmas in Hanover! Our festive lineup includes exciting events and activities that will bring the community together to celebrate the holidays.
Friday, November 29, 9:00 a.m.
Kick off the season with the Christmas Parade, featuring
a Bike Decorating Contest for participants of all ages.
Saturday, November 30
Celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting local
shops in downtown Hanover. Later in the day, join us for
the Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 p.m. (Rain
Date: December 7).
Saturday, December 14, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of festive music with Caroling in
Downtown Hanover.
Hanover Market House Stand
On November 30, December 7, 14, 21, and 28, stop by our
stand at the Hanover Market House to learn more about
our holiday activities, get answers to your
event-related questions, and support the festivities by
purchasing merchandise. All proceeds go toward holiday
events, decorations, and activities.
Free Holiday Parking
To make your holiday visits easier, we’re offering free
parking in all metered spaces throughout the downtown
district on Fridays and Saturdays, from November 29 to
December 27. This is our way of encouraging you to enjoy
the holiday activities and support local businesses
while extending your time in downtown Hanover.
Santa’s Cabin Hours
Don’t forget to visit Santa’s Cabin in the Square!
Opening Day: Fri. Nov. 29: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 2-5 p.m., 6-8p.m. Sat. Nov. 30: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. & 2-6 p.m.
Mon. Dec. 2: 6-8 p.m.
Fri. Dec. 6: 6-8 p.m.
Sat. Dec 7: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. & 2-6 p.m.
Mon. Dec. 9 thru Fri. Dec. 13: 6-8 p.m.
Sat. Dec. 14: 10 a.m.-1 p.m & 2-6 p.m.
Mon. Dec. 16 thru Fri. Dec. 20: 6-8 p.m.
Sat. Dec. 21: 10 a.m.-1 p.m & 2-6 p.m.
Mon. Dec. 23: 6-8 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the season and making memories with family and friends during Christmas in Hanover!