Scranton’s Holiday Magic Begins with Deck the Downtown!
Whether you’re an early bird or a last-minute Lucy, downtown Scranton businesses are ready to help you shop, dine and celebrate the season with Deck the Downtown promotions and events!
A project of Scranton Tomorrow presented by PNC Bank, Deck the Downtown runs from Nov. 1 through Jan. 2, 2026. Harnessing the power of our inner elves, it’s a project we look forward to organizing every year with our friends in the business district. With more businesses participating than ever before, we’re thrilled to share a sneak peek into the magic that’s coming your way in the heart of the Electric City. Check it out!
From left; Leslie Collins, president and CEO, Scranton Tomorrow, Santa Claus, and Liz Baldi, business development director, Scranton Tomorrow.
Coming Soon! New, Holiday Gift Guide
We’re teaming up with local business owners to create a Holiday Gift Guide featuring products and services from downtown Scranton businesses. Explore Gifts for Anyone, Gifts for Kids, Gifts Under $100, Handmade Gifts and more. You’ll find unique items for everyone on your list that are extra special because they are from Scranton, with love! We’ll post an announcement on social media when the guide is live. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
Let’s go window shopping (and check out the lights!)
One of our favorite holiday traditions is driving around the city to see all the beautiful holiday displays on blustery, winter nights. Downtown Scranton is a great place to start because our Holiday Window Showcase features magical window displays in dozens of businesses. You can enjoy the displays by car, or on foot. Now in its 17th year, the showcase officially opens on Thanksgiving Eve (Nov. 26), on the same day as the WEJL Tower Lighting Celebration at 149 Penn Ave.
The Holiday Window Showcase is a friendly competition among businesses in downtown Scranton. A secret panel of judges will award top honors to the most magical displays. Winners will be announced on Friday, Dec. 5, at the Lackawanna County Christmas Tree Lighting on Courthouse Square. Be sure to join us as we cheer them on!
Let’s shop (local) ’til we drop all weekend
You may want to go to bed early on Thanksgiving night because the days to follow will be action-packed with Deck the Downtown promotions and events, including: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, ’Tis the Season Sunday and Cyber Monday. Whether you enjoy the traditional experience of shopping in-person, or you prefer to tackle your list online, downtown Scranton businesses offer the best of both worlds. Shop ’til you drop ― your way ― all weekend long!
That’s a wrap
We’re trading in the stress of last-minute shopping for a night of fun at our Deck the Downtown Holiday Shoparound on Dec. 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. Participating businesses will offer extended hours and special sales to make it easy for shoppers to stop by after work. We’ll help you wrap up that to-do list and tie it in a festive bow, all while supporting local. Merry merry!
Stay connected
These are just a few of the promotions and events planned for Deck the Downtown. For a complete list and the most up-to-date information, visit our blog and follow us on social media. Happy Holidays!
Embracing the spirit of the season
Deck the Downtown is presented by PNC Bank with additional support from NBT Bank and Tom Grudis Optical & The Bare Accessories. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this year’s campaign. To learn more, contact Liz Baldi at lizbaldi@scrantontomorrow.org.
Featured image (top): A magical overview of downtown Scranton all lit up for the holidays. Photo by Jason Ardan Photography, 2024.
