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Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Bottle Works 411 3rd Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

The home of Steve Ditko’s legendary ink pens just became a little more mystical! 31 issues of Marvel Comics – Strange Tales featuring Doctor Strange are on display from Ditko Ink at the Bottle Works! These books aren’t just incredible pieces of comic history, they also feature the origins of Ditko’s most magical of creations…

Free
Halloween @ Central Park

Halloween @ Central Park

Central Park 507 Main Street, Johnstown, PA, United States

The spooooooky Central “Park Boneyard” display will run each night from October 19th through Halloween from 6:30-9pm. Bring the family down to check out the scarecrow display, animated musical scene, skeletons, pumpkins, and more.

Free

Johnstown Halloween Parade

Downtown Johnstown Johnstown, PA, United States

Line the streets and join us for this annual Johnstown tradition and be sure to visit the Park Boneyard after the parade.

Free
Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Bottle Works 411 3rd Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

The home of Steve Ditko’s legendary ink pens just became a little more mystical! 31 issues of Marvel Comics – Strange Tales featuring Doctor Strange are on display from Ditko Ink at the Bottle Works! These books aren’t just incredible pieces of comic history, they also feature the origins of Ditko’s most magical of creations…

Free

Trick or Treat at Johnstown Galleria

Johnstown Galleria 500 Galleria Drive, Johnstown, PA, United States

Bring the kids after school for a safe and eventful experience! Costume contest, face painting, and more!  

Free
Halloween @ Central Park

Halloween @ Central Park

Central Park 507 Main Street, Johnstown, PA, United States

The spooooooky Central “Park Boneyard” display will run each night from October 19th through Halloween from 6:30-9pm. Bring the family down to check out the scarecrow display, animated musical scene, skeletons, pumpkins, and more.

Free
Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Bottle Works 411 3rd Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

The home of Steve Ditko’s legendary ink pens just became a little more mystical! 31 issues of Marvel Comics – Strange Tales featuring Doctor Strange are on display from Ditko Ink at the Bottle Works! These books aren’t just incredible pieces of comic history, they also feature the origins of Ditko’s most magical of creations…

Free
Halloween @ Central Park

Halloween @ Central Park

Central Park 507 Main Street, Johnstown, PA, United States

The spooooooky Central “Park Boneyard” display will run each night from October 19th through Halloween from 6:30-9pm. Bring the family down to check out the scarecrow display, animated musical scene, skeletons, pumpkins, and more.

Free

Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Comic Works: A Strange Exhibit

Bottle Works 411 3rd Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

The home of Steve Ditko’s legendary ink pens just became a little more mystical! 31 issues of Marvel Comics – Strange Tales featuring Doctor Strange are on display from Ditko Ink at the Bottle Works! These books aren’t just incredible pieces of comic history, they also feature the origins of Ditko’s most magical of creations…

Free
The Haunted Acres

The Haunted Acres

The Haunted Acres 207 Mindish Road, Sidman, PA, United States

Prepare yourself for a night of terror where reality blurs into nightmare. On those cold, lonely evenings when you're all alone and glance into a mirror, what is it that truly stares back at you? If you dare to look long enough, are you certain it's only your reflection? As the days grow shorter and…

$10

Columba Fall Fest

Join us for a new program at our "theater in the rough." A family-friendly celebration of autumn at the Columba Fall Festival! Guests will enjoy fall favorites like chili and…

$15
The Haunted Acres

The Haunted Acres

Prepare yourself for a night of terror where reality blurs into nightmare. On those cold, lonely evenings when you're all alone and glance into a mirror, what is it that…

$10

Craft for Kids and Lady Thistle Book Reading

Children’s Author D.H. Anderson will be here signing the Lady Thistle series books. She will do a group reading and then do a craft with the little ones. There will…

Free

Nutcracker Tea Party

Join Johnstown Concert Ballet for a magical afternoon at the Nutcracker Tea Party! Your ticket includes admission for one child and one adult to a delightful event featuring light refreshments,…

$25

Cambria County Reptile & Oddity Expo

Come explore the widest variety of reptiles, insects, and other oddities vendors in the area. Whether you're a seasoned reptile enthusiast or just curious about these fascinating creatures, there's something…

$7

Pumpkin Splash

Instead of bobbing for apples, let’s go bobbing for pumpkins! Carve out some time for a family adventure! Join us as we transform the Greater Johnstown YMCA Aquatic Center into…

$15

Little Critters Turkey Talk

Enjoy time learning about turkeys!  We will read a story, sing a song, and go outside looking for signs of turkeys.  Program geared toward preschool - 6years of age.

Free

Hometown Christmas Stroll & Light up Night

Join the Discover Downtown Johnstown Partnership for the annual Hometown Stroll & Light Up Night. Enjoy food vendors, inflatable balloons, live entertainment, and of course, Santa Claus on Main Street…

Free

Christmas Tree @ Central Park Illumination

The Hometown Christmas Stroll is from 5 PM to 7 PM. Enjoy food vendors, inflatable balloons, live entertainment, and of course, Santa Claus on Main Street. The illumination of the…

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage

The critically acclaimed holiday celebration for the whole family brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the Peanuts gang together live on stage as they uncover the…

$40 – $80

Sundaes with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Step into JAHA’s winter wonderland for a jolly good visit with Santa! Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit…

$12
Sundaes with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Step into JAHA’s winter wonderland for a jolly good visit with Santa! Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit…

$12

Christmas Program / Tree Lighting

Reading of the Night Before Christmas, Christmas Caroling for all to join in, Tree Lighting, Santa will be arriving to meet and greet everyone.

Free

Breakfast with Santa

Get your list ready, bring your camera, and come eat breakfast with Santa! You can enjoy a delicious breakfast and some quality time with the jolly man himself. Reservations are…

$9 – $12

Breakfast with The Grinch

Meet Whoville's most infamous resident! Breakfast served buffet style featuring Who Hash (breakfast potatoes), Roast Beast (bacon/sausage), and GREEN Pancakes! Childrens' tickets include access to the breakfast buffet, 40 credit…

$25

Cambria City Cookie Tour

Get a container of cookies, experience the businesses and attractions of Cambria City, and get in the holiday spirit by helping provide Christmas gifts to children whose families can’t afford…

$5

Sundaes with Santa: Museums for All

We’re proud to be part of Museums for All, a program that provides reduced admission for those receiving any kind of food assistance (such as WIC or SNAP). For the…

$3

Christmas Market

Christmas Market + Pictures with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Step into JAHA’s winter wonderland for a jolly good visit with Santa! Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit…

$12
Sundaes with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Step into JAHA’s winter wonderland for a jolly good visit with Santa! Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit…

$12

Grand Time Together

Grandparents, grab your grand kids and let’s have some fun! Join us for a heartwarming and exciting event dedicated to celebrating the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren. Grand Time…

$10

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside…

$42 – $112

A Nostalgic Night with Macaulay Culkin

Join us for a special screening of the timeless classic, Home Alone, followed by an exclusive moderated interview and audience Q&A with the one and only Macaulay Culkin. That’s right,…

Portage 2024 Winterfest

This year's theme is a Charlie Brown Christmas. Free smores and hot chocolate are offered along with the tree lighting and caroling. Sleigh rides will be available, too. The business…

Free
Harmony Light Fest – Walk-Thru

Harmony Light Fest – Walk-Thru

Camp Harmony 1414 Plank Road, Hooversville, PA, United States

Join us for a family-friendly event that celebrates the Joy of Christmas and the Birth of Jesus! Walk-Thru the display on Fridays. Park & walk and meet Santa. Crafts and facepainting available for the kids.

$10
Johnstown Tomahawks Hockey

Johnstown Tomahawks Hockey

1ST SUMMIT ARENA @ Cambria County War Memorial 326 Napoleon Street, Johnstown, United States

The Johnstown Tomahawks is a hockey team in the East Division of the NAHL. Celebrating its 50th season in 2024-25, the NAHL is the only USA Hockey-sanctioned Tier II Junior league boasting 35 teams in 20 states from across North America. The NAHL is part of the USA Hockey National Junior Development Model, which includes…

$10 – $16

Gingerbread Bash

Heritage Discovery Center 201 6th Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

Get into the holiday spirit with our Gingerbread Bash! Listen to “A World of Cookies for Santa,” make and decorate your own house with graham crackers, sample gingerbread, make gingerbread crafts, and play games!

$10
Silver Bells @ The Russell House

Silver Bells @ The Russell House

The Russell House 538 Park Avenue, Johnstown, PA, United States

All are welcome to The Russell House for our annual Christmastime weekend. We will be celebrating our 25th Anniversary "Silver Bells" featuring 25 originally-decorated trees, live carolers, horse-drawn sleigh rides, bake sale and more!

Oh So Artsy Holiday Party

Free fun for the kids: crafts, snacks, gifts, vendors, and Santa!

Free

Christmas Cookie Crawl

Come join us for a festive Christmas Cookie Crawl around town! Get into the holiday spirit as you visit various local bakeries and shops to find your delicious cookies. It's the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth and discover new favorite treats. Don't miss out on this fun and tasty event!

$5
Johnstown Tomahawks Hockey

Johnstown Tomahawks Hockey

The Johnstown Tomahawks is a hockey team in the East Division of the NAHL. Celebrating its 50th season in 2024-25, the NAHL is the only USA Hockey-sanctioned Tier II Junior league boasting 35 teams in 20 states from across North America. The NAHL is part of the USA Hockey National Junior Development Model, which includes…

$10 – $16
Sundaes with Santa

Sundaes with Santa

Step into JAHA’s winter wonderland for a jolly good visit with Santa! Your visit will include the opportunity to create an ice cream sundae, make a Christmas craft, a visit with Santa, and even a visit to the Johnstown Children’s Museum!  

$12
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