The Inn at Bowman's Hill Blog

Holly Nights at Pennsbury Manor is one of Bucks County’s most enchanting holiday traditions. It’s a candlelit celebration held during the first weeks of December that feels timeless and romantic. This annual event transforms a historic riverside estate into a glowing world of old-world charm, gentle music, and seasonal warmth. Tickets are available now for this year’s festivities on Thursday, December 4^th and Friday, December 5^th from 6-9 pm.

The Gingerbread Competition and Display at Peddler’s Village is pure holiday magic! From November 14^th through January 17^th, Peddler’s Village dazzles with twinkling lights, festive décor, and one of Bucks County’s sweetest traditions dating back to 1984. Hundreds of edible masterpieces—gingerbread houses, whimsical villages, and jaw-dropping sculptures—showcase the incredible artistry and imagination of artisans.

Just a short drive from New Hope, Howell Living History Farm offers couples a chance to slow down, reconnect, and share in the timeless beauty of farm life as it was over a century ago. For guests of The Inn at Bowman’s Hill, it’s a day trip that blends history, nature, and togetherness in the loveliest way.

Wander Into a Storybook Scene in Bucks County

Bristol Day in Bucks County PA offers a chance for guests to step hand in hand into a storybook day by the river. Come mid-October, Bucks County is nothing short of enchanting. The trees glow in hues of amber and crimson, the river sparkles in the autumn light, and there’s a sense of tradition woven into the air. On October 18, the town of Bristol opens its heart to visitors for the 49th Annual Historic Bristol Day, a celebration of history, community, and seasonal charm.