Christkindlmarkt opens in Bethlehem this Friday, Easton’s farmers’ market is back on the riverfront Saturday, and model trains take over the Agri~Plex in Allentown. Here are three stops worth putting on your calendar.
1. Shop opening weekend at Christkindlmarkt in Bethlehem
Friday–Sunday, November 13–15 · SteelStacks, Bethlehem
If you like giving gifts you can’t find at the mall, start here. Christkindlmarkt brings artisan vendors and seasonal food to SteelStacks for its opening weekend. Give yourself time to browse, grab something warm, and take in the view of the old blast furnaces. Check ArtsQuest for tickets and daily hours before heading out. www.artsquest.org
2. Spend Saturday morning at the Easton Farmers’ Market
Saturday, November 14 · 9 a.m.–1 p.m. · Scott Park, Easton
Bring a tote and see what looks good for dinner. The market is back at Scott Park after taking the previous Saturday off for PA Bacon Fest. Shop the vendors, then take a walk along the riverfront before heading home. The market runs rain or shine. eastonfarmersmarket.com
3. See model trains at the First Frost Train Meet in Allentown
Saturday, November 14 · 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday, November 15 · 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Agri~Plex at the Allentown Fairgrounds · 1998 Liberty Street
The First Frost Train Meet is an indoor option for a November weekend. If someone in your family is the type to stop and watch a model train make one more lap, this is their outing. The meet runs both days, with an earlier close on Sunday.
