Poets Come Alive in Downtown Lancaster!Get ready for an unforgettable experience through the Lancaster Living Poetry Museum on April 4th & 5th! In the coming weeks, we’ll introduce you to the talented poets who will bring words to life. First Friday, April 4, 20256:00 - 9:00 pmVarious Lancaster Locations Including: Bert & the ElephantCafe One […]
We the People First Friday features community-centered performances and exhibits that represent the great mosaic of Lancaster and beyond with genres as diverse as our nation! FREE and open to the public. No tickets required. Performance: Tell School of Music Student Showcase 6:30 p.m. | Steinman Hall | The diverse musical talents of students from […]
Organic Reflections welcomes guest organist Ken Krause to the console of the Hill Byrne Christiansen Memorial Organ for a free 30 minute concert “Majesty of the Organ” at 8 PM on First Friday, April 4, featuring a program of music including “Trumpet Voluntary” by Henry Huron, and “Suite for Organ” by Charles John Stanley, at […]
Each evening will feature a special guest, food, specialty mocktails, a live DJ, a curated merch shop, and powerful featured performers. BYOB (alcohol only)Open mic slots will be limited so get there early! Doors open at 6:30pm!
Tired of relying on the drive-thru? Not sure how to feed your kids healthy snacks? JoinCertified Nutritionist Barbie Famiglietti for a fun, informativeNutrition 101class designed to simplify healthy eating for you and your family. In this one-hour session, Barbie will explain why the Food Pyramid is outdated, teach you how to create simple, balanced meals […]
Join us for a huge Community Yard Sale at Penn Medicine Park and discover incredible deals on clothing, home goods, furniture, collectibles, toys, and more! Don’t miss this chance to shop local, find unique items, and score amazing bargains! Whether you’re hunting for vintage finds, everyday essentials, or one-of-a-kind pieces, there’s something for everyone! Come […]
Welcome to year 17 of the LAUNCH Music Conference in historic downtown Lancaster, PA and powered by The CI Companies! LAUNCH is back again with the classic formula of music conference by day & festival by night! Enjoy 2 days of daytime conference programming, spanning topics of booking, artist management, record deals, touring, understanding contracts, […]
Join us for Special Olympics Pennsylvania’s 2025 Lancaster Red Rose Polar Plunge. Come check out the BRAND NEW Bear Force One mobile plunge pool! Create your team and join thousands of plungers around the state in making a splash to support our athletes. Event Schedule & Logistics: Parking is free and will be available in […]
- Free Admission! - 2025 Magnet Schedule Giveaway to the first 1,000 fans courtesy of Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster. - Check out the Community Yard Sale before Fan Fest - Sign up at the Donate Life table to register to become an organ donor and receive 2 Free Stormers tickets! - Participate in our Polar […]
Community members of all ages are invited to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. Our host of eco-conscious contributors and entertainers will educate, empower, and inspire our community to welcome environmental-sustainability practices into their daily lives. ⚠ Please note, Earth Day Extravaganza is (mostly) an outdoor event and therefore held weather […]
On this history tour, walk the streets of Lancaster with an expert guide and learn about the brothel keepers, bartenders, and pool hall hustlers who shared the streets with corrupt politicians and righteous reformers a century ago. Discover the history of wage-earning women, Lancaster nightlife, and changing sexual values through the stories of the men […]
The Heritage Press Museum is partnering with Hickory Town Gardens on May First Friday for a Native Plant Pop-Up Sale! From 5 - 7 PM, come to BUiLDiNG CHARACTER to get your spring plant shopping done! Native plants require less maintenance than non-native plants and support local bees, butterflies, and birds. Plants are $5 each […]
Organist Larry Hershey will perform a program of “Seasonal Encores,” a free 30 minute concert celebrating events in May, at 8 PM on First Friday, May 2 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The program will include "'The Riders' from Suite in E Major" by Georg Muffat, "'La Bamba' from […]
Join us for the Lancaster City Spring ARTWalk 2025 on Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4, and experience the vibrant art scene that makes Lancaster so unique! 🖼️✨ Explore local galleries, studios, and pop-up exhibitions, all featuring stunning works from talented artists in our community. Whether you're an art lover, a collector, or simply […]
Celebrate 10 Years of Open Streets Lancaster! 🎉 On Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Lancaster Rec’s 10th Annual Open Streets Lancaster will once again transform Water Street into a car-free community space for all to enjoy. As part of a national movement, this free, family-friendly event encourages physical activity, reimagines […]
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