Christmas in Bethlehem

Departure Info:

Yankee Trails, Rensselaer - 7:00am
Pet Smart, Crossgates Commons - 7:30am
Catskill, Exit 21 Park & Ride - 8:15am **No Overnight Parking Available**
Kingston, Exit 19 Park & Ride - 8:35am **No Overnight Parking Available**

Wed, December 2

We are on our way to Christmas City, Bethlehem PA! Upon arrival we will travel to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse in Hampton, NJ to kick off our holiday season with their 2026 Christmas show & luncheon! To cap their 50th Anniversary Season, their newest holiday show will be a true collection of everything you’ve loved through the years! Last season they continued a lobby campaign to honor your “Most Beloved Playhouse Christmas Memories.” Hundreds of patrons filled out holiday cards and made their choices. This season they promise to give you a Christmas gift unlike any other, because it was tailor made by YOU! Come join us this season for timeless music, breathtaking dance numbers, heartfelt comedy, dazzling costumes and holiday cheer – all backed by the renowned HHP Orchestra! Lunch will be your choice of entrée (you will order from a set menu on arrival) and include fresh homemade bread, mixed garden salad, with house dressing and best of all their famous unlimited dessert buffet! After the show, we will go to our accommodations at the Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino Resort (877-726-3777). This AAA Four-Diamond hotel’s rooms feature premier pillow-top bedding, 55” flat screen tv and coffee maker. Resort amenities include a glass-enclosed, indoor pool, fitness center and over 5 dining options, offering everything from Steaks and Seafood, full buffet, to burgers and pizza. Everyone will receive a $40 Slot Play bonus from the casino, and a $25 Food Voucher. The casino has 3,000 slot machines, 200 table games, and a poker room. You will also find fabulous Christmas shopping at the Outlets at Wind Creek; stores include Coach, Michael Kors, Chico's, Guess, Tommy Hilfiger, Talbots, and more! This evening you are on your own for dinner and are free to enjoy the resort.

Thurs, December 3

Use your part of your food voucher toward breakfast this morning, then we're off to Christkindlmarkt Bethlehem, a holiday tradition that is unique unto itself. Find the perfect gift at this open-air market recognized by Travel and Leisure magazine as one of the top holiday markets in the world. Christkindlmarkt features more than 100 artisans and everything from pottery to holiday crafts and more, and attracts more than 65,000 people each year for a remarkable holiday shopping experience. We will depart at 2pm with an approximate arrival in the Capital District at 8pm. One stop each way.