It's a Wonderful Life Festival

About the Event

“It’s A Wonderful Life” in Indiana, PA – birthplace of the legendary actor, Jimmy Stewart, and home to the Jimmy Stewart Museum.  During the holiday season, Philadelphia Street in downtown Indiana sparkles with lovely Christmas tree decorations adorning the lamp posts and twinkling lights dotting the buildings. See vintage Christmas light displays situated throughout the downtown area and beautifully decorated store fronts, which will delight both children and adults. IRMC Park, located at North 7th Street, Indiana, PA, transforms into the magical holiday headquarters for the First Commonwealth Bank “It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival each year and boasts a 30″+ LIVE Christmas tree.  The entire “It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival kicks off with the Lucy Donnelly Memorial Fund Presents: “It’s A Wonderful Life” Christmas tree lighting and parade on November 22, 2024 and then continues Saturdays, November 23 through December 21, 2024. What better place to celebrate Christmas than in “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World™”?

Saturday, November 23, 2024: “It’s A Wonderful Life” Festival – “It’s A Wonderful Life” Day

“It’s A Wonderful Life” in Downtown Indiana
Participate in a variety of “It’s A Wonderful Life” activities at a variety of businesses. Keep your eyes peeled for “George Bailey” or “Jimmy Stewart,” who will be making special appearances around town, ready to snap a selfie with you!

Holiday Activities in IRMC Park
North 7th Street, Indiana, PA 15701
12 PM – 3 PM:
Visits with Santa
Roasting Marshmallows
Hot Chocolate
Soup in the Park
Face Painting & Ornament Making by SkinArtWork Tattoos & Piercings
Fresh Evergreen Wreath Sales from Local Christmas Tree Grower
Free shuttle to the Big Balloon Build courtesy of Indiana County Tourist Bureau (10 AM – 6 PM)

“It’s A Wonderful Big Balloon Build”
S&T Bank Arena, 497 East Pike, Indiana, PA 15701
8 AM – 10 PM: Immerse yourself in a magical, holiday balloon world. Tickets required (available online www.uwindianacounty.org/its-a-wonderful-life & at the door). Ticket proceeds benefit the United Way of Indiana County. Free shuttle from IRMC Park 10 AM – 6 PM.

The Artists Hand Gallery
732 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
10 AM – 11 AM: “George Bailey Day” – Actor Brian Rohan will visit the gallery as “George Bailey” for coffee, conversation, refreshment & merriment.

The Jimmy Stewart Museum
835 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
10 AM – 4 PM: “It’s A Wonderful Life” exhibit, festival of trees & special guests
Holiday Movie Showings (included with admission)
10:30 AM: GE Theater’s “The Trail to Christmas”
11:30 AM: “The Making of It’s A Wonderful Life”
1 PM: “It’s A Wonderful Life” matinee
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Get your picture with “George Bailey” lassoing the moon

Indiana Mall
2334 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
10 AM – 5 PM: Holiday Wheels & Thrills Community Model Train Display (Donations benefit Teddy Bear Fund Drive)

William & Mary Gift Shoppe
18 South 7th Street, Indiana, PA 15701
11 AM – 5 PM: Make your holidays easy with our Stonewall Kitchen and Wind and Willow products – free samples

Stoke Hole Pottery
31 South Carpenter Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701
12 PM – 5 PM: Holiday ornament decorating, pottery throwing demos & holiday pottery sale

Calvary Presbyterian Church
695 School Street, Indiana, PA 15701
1 PM – 3 PM: Free tours of Jimmy Stewart’s Family Church (Stewart history, pictures and beautiful stained-glass windows)

Lucy Rae Gifts & More
682 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
“It’s A Wonderful Life Discount” of 15% off entire store

The Indiana Theater
637 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
2 PM: “The Shop Around the Corner” Radio Show LIVE; Co-sponsored by The Jimmy Stewart Museum; $8 admission
7 PM: Concert – The Jaggerz with Pittsburgh Belairs; Sponsored by Northern Appalachian Folk Festival, Inc.

The Finery
679 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Register to win a piece of Brighton Jewelry

7th Street Marketry
672 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Walk-in workshop

Diamond Drugs
670 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
35% off “winter wear” (hats, gloves, scarfs, etc.) and free mug with purchase of $30 or more on any gift items

Meraki
645 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
“It’s A Wonderful Discount” of 15% off

Philly Street Candle Bar 
740 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Make “It’s A Wonderful Life” candles

The Paper Garden Co.
655 Church Street, Indiana, PA 15701
Christmas bookmark craft & holiday fairy gardens

PLUS, these Holiday Offerings Listed on below:
“It’s A Wonderful Life” Discounts & Promotions
“It’s A Wonderful Life” Food & Drink Specials
“Selfie Spots” throughout Downtown Indiana

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