Experience the Magic! Lancaster City for the Holidays
Experience the magic of the holidays in Lancaster City! Enjoy treasured traditions, explore our fabulous small business community, and more!
Special Events, Unique Traditions, and Superb Shopping!
November 24, 2023 • 5:00–8:00PM
Mayor’s Tree Lighting
The treasured holiday classic returns! Join us for the arrival of Santa, the lighting of the tree, and live entertainment!
November 25, 2023 • All Day
Small Business Saturday
Shop small for the holidays and support Lancaster City’s fabulous small business community!
November 27, 2023 • All Day
Cyber Monday
Support local, small businesses this holiday season by shopping online! There are endless opportunities to find unique, eclectic gifts at Lancaster City’s local shops, boutiques, galleries, and more.
December 1, 2023 • 8:00PM
Tuba Christmas
The Lancaster City favorite is back with the sounds of spirited brass music.
Location Change!
The Ware Center
42 N. Prince Street
December 7–14, 2023
Menorah Lightings
The Jewish Community Alliance of Lancaster will ceremonially light the public menorah in Penn Square.
December 8, 2023 • 5:00–8:00PM
Holiday Arts Market
Experience the enchantment of Ewell Plaza’s inaugural outdoor holiday arts market, a festive haven where local artisans converge to showcase their exquisite crafts.
December 8, 2023 • 5:00–8:00PM
Lancaster Shops Late
Experience the once-a-year retail experience as Lancaster City’s shops, boutiques, and more stay open late into the night.
December 8, 9, & 16, 2023
Santa in the City
The Lancaster City Bureaus of Fire and Police will escort Santa through Lancaster City as he visits downtown and the neighborhoods.
December 16, 2023 • 8:30–10AM
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Breakfast with Santa
Come meet Santa in the lobby of the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square! Enjoy pastries, coffee, and hot chocolate compliments of the Lancaster Marriott.
December 8, 2023 • 6:00–9:00PM
Crispus Attucks Community Center • 407 Howard Avenue
Light Up Southeast
Join Lancaster’s Southeast community as they unveil colorful displays that sparkle and shimmer along the South Duke Street Mall.
Lancaster City for the Holidays is brought to you by
With Additional Support From
Community Action Partnership
Crispus Attucks Community Center
Jewish Community Alliance of Lancaster
Goodthree
Lancaster City Alliance
Lancaster Downtown Investment District
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
Lancaster Parking Authority
LEADS
LNP + LancasterOnline
