⚡⚡Johnstown Insider – Weekend December 4-7, 2025

It’s the first full weekend of December, and Johnstown is packed with holiday cheer. From kids’ storytime and hands-on crafting to chorus concerts, Christmas coffee houses, and Clark Griswold–themed brewery fun, there’s something for every age and every vibe. Whether you’re looking for a cozy night of carols, a festive workshop, a family breakfast with Santa, or live music to carry you through the weekend, the region is buzzing with ways to celebrate the season. Let’s jump in.

An incredible community effort supported Richland families this Thanksgiving season. Liberty Grace Church, the Richland Hockey Team, Pinnacle Chiropractic, Key Club, FCS classes, and the Kiwanis all contributed through meal donations, gift cards, food boxes, ready-to-eat meals, and financial support. During their game at 1st Summit Arena, the Richland and Bishop McCort hockey teams also teamed up to collect more than 1,300 canned goods — a great example of the community coming together to help local families.

Christmas Vacation Day - All-day celebration at Forbes Trail Brewing featuring holiday beers, specials, and Clark Griswold–themed fun.

How The Grinch Stole Breakfast - Buffet breakfast, meet-and-greet with the Grinch, and game card at 814 Lanes & Games.

Jennerstown Light Up - Tree lighting, Santa arrival, cocoa, crafts, and carols downtown.

Jingle & Jams: A Night of Cocktails and Christmas with Scott Blasey of The Clarks - Holiday music and cocktails at The Hitching Post, featuring Scott Blasey and Laurel Arts.

Sundaes with Santa (Heritage Discovery Center) - Ice cream sundaes, crafts, Santa visit, and museum admission included.

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11:00 AM - Holiday Drop-In Storytime - Kids storytime with Ms. Kristen at Cambria County Library; no sign-up required.

4:30 PM - Adult Christmas Crafternoon - Adults-only yarn Christmas tree crafting event at Ebensburg Cambria Public Library; registration required.

5:00 PM - Card Making and Cookie Painting - Create holiday cards and paint cookies in a guided workshop at Stacie's Sweets and Eats.

5:00 PM - CPR & AED Certification Class - Free certification class at Cambria County Library with required online and in-person components.

6:00 PM - Drama On Deck Theatre Club - Youth theatre club session with audition tips, improv, and insider guidance at CACC.

6:00 PM - Sourdough Night on Minnow Creek - Hands-on sourdough workshop with baking, starter creation, and take-home mini loaf.

7:00 PM - Greater J-Town Community Chorus Free Christmas Concert - Free holiday concert featuring lessons, carols, and community music at Mt. Calvary Lutheran.

7:00 PM - Whispers on the Rusty Rails - 1920s-style Christmas production telling a faith-centered story at Greater Johnstown Christian Fellowship.

7:00 PM - JR's Sports Den's December Music Video Bingo Night - Free-to-play music video bingo with multiple rounds, prizes, and DJ-hosted entertainment.

12:00 PM - Christmas Vacation Day - All-day celebration at Forbes Trail Brewing featuring holiday beers, specials, and Clark Griswold–themed fun.

5:00 PM - Live music @ Ponfeigh Distillery - Country band Boomtown brings live music and drinks for a 5–8 PM set in Somerset.

6:00 PM - Chrismahanukwanzakah - A Holiday Coffee House - Multi-holiday themed coffee house night at the Community Arts Center of Cambria County.

6:00 PM - Annual Festival of the Nativity - Opening night of the Nativity festival at First Presbyterian Church, running 6 to 9 PM.

6:30 PM - Christmas Concert at The Way Church - Christmas music concert featuring Songworks and refreshments at The Way Church of Johnstown.

7:00 PM - Carols & Cookies - Community Christmas music night with handbell choir, guest soloists, and cookies at Scalp Level Covenant Brethren Church.

7:00 PM - Jingle & Jams: A Night of Cocktails and Christmas with Scott Blasey of The Clarks - Holiday music and cocktails at The Hitching Post, featuring Scott Blasey and Laurel Arts.

7:00 PM - Kicking off December with Screech Owl - Live show at VOMA with new music, stocking stuffers, and food donation support for local pantries.

8:00 AM - Breakfast with Santa at Harrigan’s - Breakfast buffet with Santa; reservations recommended.

9:00 AM - How The Grinch Stole Breakfast - Buffet breakfast, meet-and-greet with the Grinch, and game card at 814 Lanes & Games.

10:00 AM - Pop-Up Holiday Shop at the Johnstown Train Station - Holiday market, model trains, crafts, ornaments, and photo ops.

11:00 AM - Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree – Kids Workshop - Kids create mini Christmas trees; small class size.

12:00 PM - Giant Holiday Wreath – One Day Adult Workshop - Create a large ornament wreath; materials included.

4:00 PM - 14th Annual Windber Santa Crawl - Free fundraiser bar crawl supporting local rescues; begins at American Legion.

5:00 PM - 4th Annual Jessie Mullen Toys for Tots Charity Game - Johnstown Generals hockey game; free entry with new toy.

5:00 PM - Jennerstown Light Up - Tree lighting, Santa arrival, cocoa, crafts, and carols downtown.

6:30 PM - Bill Young at Tap814 Speakeasy - Live acoustic set in Tap814’s speakeasy room.

8:00 PM - Clone (NYC Post-Punk) + Guests - Post-punk show with Nondi, D.M. Lane, and Zone Patcher.

8:00 PM - Rust, Party and Contest - Live band, Christmas buffet, and ugly sweater contest at Rocky’s.

All Day - Ebensburg Dickens of a Christmas - Period-costume festival, vendors, performances, and holiday activities.

12:00 PM - Sundaes with Santa (Heritage Discovery Center) - Ice cream sundaes, crafts, Santa visit, and museum admission included.

1:00 PM - Festive Succulent Ornaments Workshop (Ebensburg) - Create whimsical living Christmas ornaments with succulents and decor.

2:00 PM - Mics & Mimosas @ Jimmy T's - Karaoke, mimosas, and Sunday fun hosted by DJ Heidi.

4:00 PM - Feast of the 7 Fishes (The Wine Loft on Franklin) - Seven-course holiday dinner tradition with optional wine flights.

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This week’s Happy Insider Deal takes us to Pappy’s Family Pub, where Mondays and Wednesdays mean one thing: Stromboli Day.

For just $4.99, you can dig into their classic Italian stromboli — with or without green peppers — a simple, satisfying favorite that’s been a local go-to for years. No custom orders, no extra fuss, just a great pub special at a price that’s hard to beat.

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