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Friday, December 11, 2026
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Opening Night Performances
6pm Be cheerful as we gather for the Opening Ceremonies at the Historical Museum (Miles-Humes House) featuring the holiday sounds of Victorian Brass. The Class Act Productions creative troupe will stroll amongst the crowd. Magician Richard Benninghoff will entertain with close-up magic (sponsored by Phoenix Physical Therapy). Holiday treats to keep you warm and cozy, prepared and served by the Bellefonte Presbyterian Church and supported by a gift from the Bellefonte Lions Club.
7pm Class Act Productions opening performance
7:15pm Welcome & Proclamation – Welcome and proclamation by Mayor Buddy Johnson officially opens the 2025 Bellefonte Victorian Christmas.
7:30pm Musical Magic – Our opening night sets the tone for a weekend full of tradition and joy! Step inside the Bellefonte Presbyterian Church and let the sounds of the season surround you as the Bellefonte Victorian Christmas Choir, directed by Tricia Andriaccio, presents a festive holiday concert
Saturday, December 12, 2026
11am – 4pm Watch for street performances throughout the downtown area Come out to listen and support the next generation of musicians.
Youth in Harmony: A Christmas Celebration
St John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Join us for a day filled with the joyful voices and talents of children and youth from across our community. Experience the heart of Christmas through the next generation’s gift of song and sound. Times and performers to be updated later.
Saturday Concert Series
Listen to holiday music inside historical and beautiful sacred spaces. Details and times to be announced.
Concerts in the Parlor
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Saturday- Centre County Historical Museum – Details to be announce
Step into the intimate parlor setting of the historic Miles-Humes House and enjoy piano and other live performances throughout the day. A cozy, charming way to experience the season’s music.
Sunday December 13, 2026
2pm – Bellefonte Community Band concert at Bellefonte High School auditorium. Free parking and admission.
4pm – Faith UMC at 512 Hughes St. in Bellefonte will perform the musical “Room at the Manger” and includes a ~50 person choir and original drama telling the story of Christmas in our changing world. Free admission to all and plenty of free parking. More info at https://bellefontefaith.com
6pm – St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 134 E Bishop St., celebrates with the Parish Christmas Concert