Hanover, PA – Main Street Hanover is spreading holiday cheer with a special screening of the beloved Christmas film Elf (2003) at the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center onSaturday, November 29, 2025, as part of the annual Christmas in Hanover Festival.
Families and fans alike are invited to relive the magic and laughter of this modern holiday favorite starring Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf. After accidentally crawling into Santa Claus’s gift sack as a baby, Buddy grows up at the North Pole believing he’s one of Santa’s elves. His oversized presence causes chaos in Santa’s workshop, leading him on a heartfelt and hilarious journey to New York City to find his real family and discover where he truly belongs.
Showtimes:
12:00 PM
2:00 PM
4:00 PM
Tickets are just $7.00 and can be purchased online at www.theeich.org, at the Box Office (open Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM), or at the door. For ticket purchasing questions, please call 717-637-7086. The Lobby Box Office opens one hour before each performance.
The Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is located at 195 Stock Street, Suite 203, Hanover, PA 17331, with free parking available at the rear of the building.
This family-friendly event is part of Main Street Hanover’s continued efforts to support and revitalize downtown. All proceeds benefit Main Street Hanover, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the economic vitality and cultural vibrancy of Downtown Hanover.
So grab your cocoa, wear your favorite Christmas sweater, and join us for a festive day of laughter, joy, and Buddy’s unforgettable holiday spirit!
About the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center
The mission of the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center is to provide cultural enrichment and educational experiences for youth and adults. The Eichelberger Building, one of Hanover’s most iconic landmarks, has stood for over a century and boasts a 95-year legacy of education that began with Abdiel W. Eichelberger’s academy. Donated for public school use in 1900, his vision was for it to remain an institution of learning forever. Today, the building houses professional offices and the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center—continuing Captain Eichelberger’s mission by offering arts and educational programs that inspire and educate the community.
About Main Street Hanover
The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.
Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover.
