Every November, the country roads outside Bernville, Pennsylvania, lead to one of the state’s most beloved Christmas traditions. Come over the final hill after dark, and a valley glowing with more than one million Christmas lights comes into view. For generations, that unmistakable sight has welcomed more visitors to Koziar’s Christmas Village.

This family-owned attraction has been welcoming generations of holiday visitors since 1948. The 2026 season marks its 79th year, opening Saturday, November 7, 2026, and continuing through Saturday, January 2, 2027.

If you’re planning a visit to Koziar’s Christmas Village this holiday season, it helps to know a few things beforehand. Below, you’ll find current information about tickets, hours, Prime Nights, food, parking, Santa visits, and how much time to allow. Turn your visit into a holiday getaway with a stay at our Bed and Breakfast just a 25-minute drive from the Village. Book your stay today.

What Is Koziar’s Christmas Village?

Koziar’s Christmas Village is a family-owned holiday attraction at 782 Christmas Village Road in Bernville, PA, in Berks County.

In 1948, William M. Koziar decorated his family farm for his wife and four children. As the display grew, the lights reflected across the farm pond and caught the attention of people driving through the countryside. More decorations followed each year, eventually turning a family Christmas display into one of Pennsylvania’s best-known holiday attractions.

Today, Koziar’s Christmas Village fills the property with illuminated buildings, colorful displays, gift shops, a reflecting lake, and indoor exhibits. Visitors follow lighted, paved pathways throughout the attraction, with 11 indoor buildings offering additional displays, shopping, food, and a large model train display.

The village has been featured nationally, including on the Today Show, the Hallmark Channel, HGTV, and CNN Travel. For the 2026 season, Koziar’s is also adding special touches celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary.

One geographic detail is worth clarifying if you’re planning a Pennsylvania holiday trip. Koziar’s Christmas Village is not in Lancaster County. It’s in Bernville in Berks County, northwest of Reading and roughly an hour from Lancaster.

Adorable child bundled up in winter coat and hat looks at Christmas displays at Koziar's Christmas Village.

Koziar’s Christmas Village Hours for 2026

Koziar’s follows two operating schedules during the Christmas season.

From November 7 through Thanksgiving, the village is open on weekends only:

From Thanksgiving through January 2, Koziar’s Christmas Village is open every night:

The village is open on major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.

Koziar’s may extend its hours on especially busy nights. Emergency weather closures are rare, but the village posts updates on its website and social media when conditions require a change.

Santa is scheduled to appear every night through December 23.

Koziar’s Christmas Village Tickets and Admission Prices

You do not need advance reservations for an individual visit to Koziar’s Christmas Village. You purchase tickets at the gate when you arrive, and admission is priced per person rather than per vehicle.

Standard admission for 2026 is:

Koziar’s accepts cash, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover for individual admission. An ATM is available on-site.

Prime Nights cost an additional $5 per person. Before Thanksgiving, Saturdays are Prime Nights. After Thanksgiving, weekends are designated Prime Nights, and Christmas week also uses Prime Night pricing. Check Koziar’s official calendar before your visit if you want to confirm the rate for a specific date.

Parking is free.

If you’re visiting with a group of 10 or more, Koziar’s asks that you register in advance. Groups of 20 or more can receive a $1 per-person discount when qualifying requirements are met.

Boy whispers into Santa's ear. Santa will be at Koziar's until December 23.

Tips for Visiting Koziar’s Christmas Village

Visit on a weeknight if you can.
If your schedule is flexible, Monday through Thursday evenings after Thanksgiving are excellent choices. These are Standard Nights rather than Prime Nights, which means lower admission prices and generally fewer people than on December weekends.

Koziar’s specifically warns that Saturdays in December between 5 and 8 p.m. are among its busiest periods, and traffic delays can occur.

Plan for about 60 to 90 minutes
Koziar’s recommends allowing roughly 60 to 90 minutes for the self-guided experience. Your visit may take longer if you stop for snacks, shop for ornaments, visit Santa, or spend plenty of time taking photos. Give yourself some flexibility during busy December weekends, when traffic and admission lines can add time to your evening.

Dress for winter weather
Much of Koziar’s Christmas Village is outdoors, though there are also 11 indoor buildings along the route. Dress warmly and check the forecast before leaving for Bernville. Comfortable shoes or boots are especially useful for an evening spent walking between displays. The village pathways are paved and lit. Koziar’s also describes the attraction as wheelchair- and stroller-friendly, with a limited number of wheelchairs available for guest use.

Don’t skip the classic lake view
One of the most recognizable Koziar’s Christmas Village photos captures the glowing buildings reflected across the lake. That view has been part of the property’s appeal since the earliest days of the family display. Give yourself time to enjoy it rather than rushing straight from one exhibit to another. It’s especially beautiful once darkness has fully settled over the valley.

Warm up with something sweet
You don’t have to make it through a cold Pennsylvania evening without a snack. Food and refreshments are available inside the village, including classic Christmas treats. Think of it as snack territory rather than your dinner destination. A meal before you arrive will make the evening more enjoyable, especially if you’re visiting with children or planning to stay for Santa.

Make a full holiday getaway out of it
Koziar’s is only one reason to visit Berks County during the Christmas season. The region adds holiday light displays, Christmas events, seasonal shopping, train rides, and decorated downtown areas throughout November and December. Pairing the village with another local holiday event makes an easy weekend trip, particularly if you’re coming from Philadelphia, Lancaster, or elsewhere in Pennsylvania.

Restaurants Near Koziar’s Christmas Village

Koziar’s is better suited to snacks than a full dinner; eat beforehand. If you’re staying at The South Mountain Inn, several of our favorite Reading-area restaurants are convenient for dinner before heading to the lights.

Salute Ristorante serves Italian cuisine less than ten minutes from the Inn. Austin’s Restaurant & Bar is a popular option for casual American food, while Ozgood’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar is another relaxed choice nearby.

For a quiet evening in, guests at The South Mountain Inn can order a Charcuterie Board for Two. The $70 board includes meats, cheeses, fruit, vegetables, crackers, condiments, and a sweet treat. It can be delivered to your room or prepared to go, making it an easy light dinner before Koziar’s.

Highland Room with two queen beds sleeps four, perfect for families.

Where to Stay Near Koziar’s Christmas Village

Searching for hotels near Koziar’s Christmas Village will turn up plenty of conventional lodging options around Reading and Berks County. If you’d rather have a more personal Pennsylvania getaway, stay with us at The South Mountain Inn in Wernersville.

Our Bed and Breakfast sits on seven acres outside Reading, about a 25-minute drive from Koziar’s Christmas Village.

After an evening walking beneath the Christmas lights, come back to the Inn and settle in with fresh-baked cookies waiting in your room. Guests can enjoy s’mores around the fire pit, then wake the next morning to fresh coffee delivered to their door, followed by a delicious full breakfast.

Couples have several rooms and suites to choose from, and families do, too. The Highland Room and Aerie Suite each accommodate up to four guests.

Planning a holiday weekend with a larger group? The property can also host overnight groups, making it possible to turn a trip to Koziar’s and the surrounding Berks County Christmas attractions into a shared getaway.

You can add a few extras to your stay, too. A Wine and Chocolate package pairs wine from nearby Clover Hill Winery with sweets from Lori’s Handmade Chocolates. A 60-minute Couples Massage is available for $270 in qualifying rooms, and coffee lovers can choose the $75 Coffee Connoisseur Bundle with two handcrafted South Mountain mugs, locally roasted coffee, and caramels.

Browse our guest rooms and Experiences & Add-Ons when planning your stay. December weekends are naturally popular, so booking early gives you the best selection of rooms. Reserve your room now.

Koziar’s Christmas Village FAQ

Is Koziar’s Christmas Village worth visiting?
Yes, especially if you enjoy nostalgic Christmas lights and family holiday traditions. Since 1948, Koziar’s has grown into an attraction with more than one million lights, with indoor and outdoor displays across the family property. For fewer crowds and lower admission prices, consider visiting on a Standard Night during the week.

How much does Koziar’s Christmas Village cost?
For 2026, Standard Night admission is $13 for ages 11 to 64, $12 for seniors 65 and older and military guests, $11 for children ages 4 to 10, and free for children age 3 and younger. Prime Nights cost an additional $5 per ticket. Parking is free.

Do you need reservations for Koziar’s Christmas Village?

Individual visitors do not need reservations. Tickets are purchased at the gate upon arrival. Groups of 10 or more should register in advance through Koziar’s group reservation process.

How long does it take to walk through Koziar’s Christmas Village?
Most visits take about 60 to 90 minutes. Allow additional time if you plan to see Santa, shop, have refreshments, or visit during a busy December weekend.

Is Koziar’s Christmas Village open on Christmas Day?
Yes. From Thanksgiving through January 2, Koziar’s is open every night, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day.

Is Koziar’s Christmas Village a drive-through display?

No. Koziar’s is a park-and-walk attraction. After parking, visitors follow paved and lighted walkways through the Christmas displays and indoor exhibit buildings.

Is Koziar’s Christmas Village wheelchair accessible?

Koziar’s says its paved, illuminated walkways are wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. A limited number of wheelchairs are also available for guest use.

Where is Koziar’s Christmas Village?
Koziar’s Christmas Village is located at 782 Christmas Village Road in Bernville, Pennsylvania 19506, in Berks County.

Where can I stay near Koziar’s Christmas Village?
The South Mountain Inn in Wernersville offers Bed and Breakfast accommodations about a 25-minute drive from Koziar’s Christmas Village. Guests can pair an evening at the lights with breakfast, morning coffee delivery, fresh-baked cookies, a fire pit, and optional experiences and add-ons for a complete holiday getaway.

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