Christmas in Chester

Christmas in Chester activities are designed for children ages 12 and under.

Please note: Some activities require advance registration due to limited availability.

Walk-ins are not available for these activities.

Christmas Tree Lighting

• 6pm | Chester County Courthouse, 140 Main St.

Merry-Go-Round

• 6:30pm – 9pm | Chester ARP Church, 109 Wylie St.

Ice Skating Rink

• 6:30pm – 9pm | Chester ARP Church, 109 Wylie St.

Breakfast with Santa

• 8:30am -9:30am | Hillside Restaurant, 129 Gadsden St.
• Free coloring books for all children.
• Sponsored by Hamilton, Delleney, Grier, & Cotten

Face Painting & Balloon Art with Santa’s Elves

• 9am – 1pm | Chamber, 109 Gadsden St.
• Sponsored by Chester County Chamber of Commerce
• Please register for a time slot on Saturday morning at the location. 

Rudolph’s Painting Workshop

• 9am – 1pm | Chester ARP Church (Hudson St. Entrance)
• Children ages 8-12 will paint a masterpiece to take home. Supplies provided.

Santa’s Workshop

• 9am – 1pm | City Hall, 100 West End St.
• Santa needs your help! He has several ornaments to be decorated. Until 12pm or as supplies last.

Darlings and Dolls Tea Party

• 10am | 11am | 12pm | Christ Central, 125 Hudson St.
• Call 803-519-7809 to reserve space.
• Requires pre-registration.

Ice Skating Rink

• 9am – 1pm | Chester ARP Church, 109 Wylie St.

Merry-Go-Round

• 9am – 1pm | Top of the Hill

Cinderella Makeovers

• 9am – 1pm | Cut Ups, 161 Gadsden St.
• Call 803-581-4455
• Requires pre-registration.
• Cinderella’s carriage will be out front for photo opportunities.

Santa’s Teddy Bear Clinic

• 9am – 1pm | Chester County Library, 100 Center St.
• Bring your doll, teddy bear, or other stuffed animal for a check-up with Dr. Sam Stone.

Heroes on Top of the Hill

• 9am – 1pm | 125 Hudson St.
• Come meet your local Firemen and Police heroes and explore their vehicles.

Candy Bar

• 9am – 1pm | GMSHS, 126 Gadsden St.
• Make your own treat bag!

Snow Hill

• 9am – 1pm | Chester County Library, 100 Center St.
• It’s snowing! Sleds provided.
• For children ages 12 and under.

Hot Chocolate Shop

• 9am – 1pm | Hebrews & She Bakes, 154 Gadsden St.

Reading with Mrs. Claus

• 9am – 1pm | Chester County Library, 100 Center St.

Mechanical Bull

• 9am – 1pm | Hazelwood Farms General Store, 172 Gadsden St.

Christmas in Chester activities are designed for children ages 12 and under.

For additional event details and a complete list of generous sponsors, visit the Christmas in Chester Facebook page or check the weekly ads in the Chester News & Reporter.