Celebrate the Holiday Season in Mars.

Graphic design with the phrase 'Light Up MARS' in yellow and orange letters, a red stylized planet with rings, a Christmas tree decorated with red, green, and yellow ornaments, and a small satellite dish.

Saturday, November 28, 2026

Noon to 6 PM

Downtown Mars, PA (at the spaceship)

Visit Mars and Capture the Magic.

Holiday Market with Vendors & Food

Noon to 5:30PM

Explore our festive holiday market featuring a variety of local vendors, unique gifts, seasonal treats, and delicious food and drink options for the whole family to enjoy.

Mars Small Business Showcase.

Start at Noon, Submit your Scavenger Hunt card by 4:30PM at the Mars Area Public Library Booth.

Connect with, explore, and support the local Mars Small Businesses with an interactive scavenger hunt.

Completing the scavenger hunt gives an entry to win a chance to ride with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the parade!

Horse-drawn Carriage Rides

2:00PM to 5:30PM

Enjoy a ride through the town on a horse-drawn carriage ride provided by Misty Lanes Performance Horses. Rides begin and end at Nosh & Curd.

Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus

3:00PM to 5:30PM

Make a unique seasonal memory by taking a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus by the Mars Spaceship and Holiday Tree from 3:00PM to 5:30PM.

Holiday Tree Lighting at 5:30PM

and

Light Up Mars Parade at 6:00PM

Click Here to View the Parade Map.

A busy outdoor event during evening hours with many people walking and gathering. There is a decorated Christmas tree illuminated with lights, a large tree with lights, storefronts, and houses in the backdrop. The sky is clear with a few stars visible.
A decorated Christmas tree outdoors with ornaments like red, green, gold, and striped baubles, red poinsettias, and a star topper, set against a clear blue sky and a building in the background.