CHRISTMAS AT TINY TOWN | LANCASTER, PA
Gingerbread Village at Tiny Town: A Magical Christmas Experience for Kids in Lancaster, PA
Looking for Christmas activities for toddlers and young children in Lancaster County? Step inside Tiny Town’s Gingerbread Village!
Every November, something pretty magical happens at Tiny Town in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Our entire indoor play town transforms into Gingerbread Village, a whimsical Christmas experience where all 12 of our child-sized playhouses become larger-than-life gingerbread houses! From giant candy decorations and peppermint lights to Christmas trees and festive streets, every corner of Tiny Town is transformed for the holiday season.
And the best part? Children don’t just get to look at the gingerbread houses. They get to play inside them!
12 Gingerbread Houses. One Magical Indoor Christmas Experience.
Imagine walking into a little town where every building looks like it belongs in a Christmas storybook.
Our hospital, fire station, market, café, schoolhouse, castle, and the rest of our beloved playhouses are decorated to look like gingerbread houses, each with its own personality and holiday details.
The entire town comes to life with oversized candy, colorful decorations, Christmas trees, and a festive atmosphere designed especially for young children.
Unlike traditional gingerbread house displays, Gingerbread Village is completely interactive! Children can step inside each playhouse, explore, pretend, and play.
It’s a Christmas experience that little ones can actually be part of.
The Perfect Christmas Activity for Children in Lancaster, PA
Finding Christmas activities that are truly designed for young children isn’t always easy. Many holiday attractions involve long lines, cold weather, or experiences where little ones are expected to sit quietly and watch.
At Tiny Town, we do things a little differently.
Gingerbread Village is designed for children, typically ages 8 and under, with imaginative play experiences that allow toddlers, preschoolers, and young elementary-aged children to explore at their own pace. Older children are welcome as long as they play respectfully among the younger crowd.
Children can play in all 12 gingerbread playhouses while parents and grandparents enjoy an open layout, comfortable seating, and the opportunity to make Christmas memories together.
Indoor Christmas Fun, No Matter the Weather!
Because Tiny Town is entirely indoors, Gingerbread Village is a wonderful winter activity for families looking to escape the cold Pennsylvania weather.
Enjoy comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and an open layout designed with adults in mind, too.
A Lancaster County Christmas Tradition Built with Love
What makes Gingerbread Village especially meaningful to us is the work that goes into creating it.
Every year, our Tiny Town families and staff come together to spend approximately 35 hours transforming our entire town.
We decorate Christmas trees, hang giant cookies, create candy-covered pathways, string peppermint lights, and turn each of our 12 playhouses into something completely different.
It’s a tradition that brings our Tiny Town family together, and seeing children’s faces when they walk through the doors makes every hour worth it.
For many of our families, visiting Gingerbread Village has become part of their annual Christmas traditions.
Looking for Indoor Christmas Activities in Lancaster County?
Whether you’re a Lancaster County local or visiting Pennsylvania Dutch Country during the Christmas season, Tiny Town offers a holiday experience designed specifically for families with young children.
Gingerbread Village is a great option for:
- Christmas outings with toddlers and preschoolers
- Holiday playdates with friends
- Grandparents looking for Christmas activities with grandchildren
- Families visiting Lancaster, PA during the holidays
- Parents looking for indoor winter activities for kids
- Families hoping to create a new annual Christmas tradition
Gingerbread Village Is Included with Regular Open Play!
Unlike a one-day Christmas event, our Gingerbread Village transformation can be enjoyed during regular open play throughout the holiday season.
Regular admission. No holiday upcharge! No special event ticket is required to experience the decorated town during regular play hours.
A SPECIAL HOLIDAY EVENT
Make Your Visit Extra Special with Santa at Gingerbread Village!
Looking for a special Christmas event for your little ones?
In addition to our regular Gingerbread Village play sessions, Tiny Town hosts Santa at Gingerbread Village, a separately ticketed holiday experience.
This special two-hour event includes:
- A visit with Santa to take your own unlimited photos
- Decorating a gingerbread house
- A Christmas craft
- Ice cream and waffle bowls
- A special gift from Santa
- Playtime throughout our 12 gingerbread playhouses
Don’t stand in line at the mall for the same price and one photo – come enjoy a specialty curated Santa Experience!
It’s a fun way to celebrate Christmas with your children and create memories they’ll treasure.
Santa at Gingerbread Village requires a separate event ticket and is not included with regular admission.
ANOTHER WAY TO CELEBRATE
Cookies with Santa at Tiny Town
Looking for another special way to celebrate Christmas with your little ones?
Join us for Cookies with Santa at Tiny Town!
This is a separate holiday event from Santa at Gingerbread Village,
with its own ticketing and event details.
Cookies with Santa requires a separate event ticket and is not included
with regular open play admission.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gingerbread Village
Where can I find Christmas activities for toddlers in Lancaster, PA?
Tiny Town’s Gingerbread Village in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is an indoor Christmas play experience designed for children and their families. Families can explore 12 interactive gingerbread playhouses during regular open play.
Is Gingerbread Village good for toddlers and preschoolers?
Yes! Tiny Town specializes in imaginative play for children ages 8 and under. Older children are welcome as long as they play respectfully among the younger crowd.
Is Gingerbread Village indoors?
Yes. Gingerbread Village is entirely indoors at Tiny Town in Lancaster, PA, making it a great Christmas activity regardless of cold weather, rain, or snow.
Do I need a special ticket to visit Gingerbread Village?
No special event ticket is needed during regular open play. Gingerbread Village is included with regular Tiny Town admission. Santa at Gingerbread Village and Cookies with Santa are separately ticketed events.
Can grandparents visit Gingerbread Village with their grandchildren?
Absolutely! Tiny Town welcomes parents, grandparents, and caregivers to enjoy imaginative play alongside the children in their lives.
MAKE CHRISTMAS MEMORIES
Celebrate Christmas with Your Little Ones at Tiny Town in Lancaster, PA
The holiday season goes by so quickly, especially when your children are little.
One day they’re running through a gingerbread village, completely amazed by oversized candy and Christmas lights. Before you know it, those little hands aren’t quite so little anymore.
We created Gingerbread Village to give families a place to slow down, spend time together, and enjoy a little Christmas magic through the eyes of their children.
Whether you’re searching for toddler Christmas activities, indoor holiday attractions, or simply something fun to do with kids in Lancaster, PA, we’d love to welcome you to Tiny Town.
Bring the grandparents. Meet up with friends. Take the pictures. Let the kids play.