Paints & Pints: A holiday paint-your-own workshop for all ages

Columbia Kettle Works 2nd Gear Taproom 112 N. Water Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

From 2–4pm, kids paint ornaments while grown-ups paint a pint or wine glass. Kids of all ages are welcome — each child can choose to paint a flat (easier for little hands) or round ornament. 2nd Gear Taproom is currently decked out for the holiday season with beautiful red lights on the ceiling and twinkle […]

Free

Lancaster Contra Dance

St John's Episcopal Church 321 W Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Contra Dance is a social dance with roots in English country dancing. We dance to live music that has influences from bluegrass to old-time Appalachian and from Irish to French Canadian and swing. Cost: sliding scale $12-20+ cash only Dance lessons! A New Dancers practice lesson is included in admission and takes place at 6:15 […]

$12 – $20

Three Legacies Wrestling: Ring the Bells

Bright Side Opportunities Center 515 Hershey Avenue, Lancaster, PA, United States

The stars of Three Legacies Wrestling deck the halls with high-flying, family-friendly professional wrestling action. See Ricardo Rodriguez, 3LW Heavyweight Champion Breaux Keller, Smiley, J.S. Hawthorne and more all competing in the ring. Plus, bring along unwrapped toys to contribute to our community toy drive. Ticket prices start at just $15.

$15.00

Allegro: A City in Song

First United Methodist Church 29 East Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Allegro Orchestra and chorus perform in our annual Christmas concert in the beautifully decorated First United Methodist Church, Lancaster Repertoire ​Delvyn Case: Rocket Sleigh Dan Forrest: Joy to the World Lucas Richman: Christmas Ornaments Overture Dan Forrest: While Shepherds Watched Matt Riley: Greensleeves Lloyd Larson: Breath of Heaven Robert W. Smith: Jingle Bells Forever Dan […]

$35.00

Yuletide at Historic Rock Ford

Historic Rock Ford 881 Rockford Road, Lancaster, PA, United States

Step back in time this holiday season and experience Christmas the way it was celebrated in the 18th century! Join us at the General Edward Hand Mansion for a festive event filled with traditional Yuletide customs and period dancing. Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as live music on harpsichord and violin fills the air. […]

$5 – $17

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First Friday in Lancaster City

Lancaster City Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Lancaster City's monthly celebration of arts and culture! Discover innovative exhibitions, performances and perhaps a few surprises as you walk our attractive streets lined with trees and distinctive architecture. Unique boutiques and excellent restaurants complement the art galleries, artisan studios, museums, performing groups, professional theater, symphony orchestra, and art college that comprise Lancaster’s arts community.

Art exhibit: “Faces”

Parrot Gallery 328 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA, United States

Hope Sholly presents her imaginative collection of paintings featuring the human face.

Free

The Lake Studios Pop Up Shop

The Pop-Up Shop 354 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA, United States

The Lake Studios is a women's clothing boutique owned by Lancaster County Native Emma Whiteside. We will be holding our very first pop up shop in Lancaster City on Janurary 5th 2024 through January 7th. There will be tons of beautiful women's clothes and accessories to shop from!

Free
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First Friday at the Lancaster Science Factory

Lancaster Science Factory 454 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster, PA, United States

The Lancaster Science Factory celebrates First Fridays with free admission for families between 5 – 7pm. Join us to explore over 75 hands-on exhibits that are fun for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free First Fridays are made possible by the generous support of PPL Electric Utilities.

Free

The Scott Church January Show

Mulberry Art Studio 21 North Mulberry Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Featuring the renowned fine art virtuoso, Scott Church. Celebrated for his award-winning photography, Scott Church will take art enthusiasts on a mesmerizing journey into various artistic realms. The January Show will delve into Scott Church's talents in other artistic mediums—a mesmerizing fusion of paintings, found object sculptures, and cutting-edge 3D installations. This exhibition promises to […]

$10
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Kids Night Out

Tiny Town 533 Janet Ave., Lancaster, PA, United States

Tiny Town offers childcare EVERY SINGLE First Friday of the month? Tiny Town offers a great opportunity for you to take a break by hosting Kids Night Out (KNO)! Enjoy a night out (or in?) while your children come and experience life in Tiny Town! Closed to the public, we will offer our town exclusively […]

$35

We the People First Friday at the Ware Center

The Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

It's First Friday at the Ware Center! At 6:30, join us for "An Artist's Mind" by Azzurro, an exploration of the creative process through a short film and discussion. While you're there, stop in to the Regitz Gallery for Azzurro's exhibit, "A voyage of fear & hope."

Free

Farewell to the Organ

First Reformed Church 40 E Orange Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

The final concert on the mighty vintage 1958 analog Allen Organ will be played on First Friday, January 5, 2024 at First Reformed Church by resident organist Larry Hershey. The following week, the organ will be removed and the installation of a newly restored and enhanced pipe organ will begin. The program, "Farewell Concert for […]

Free

Proof ‘Dry or Drizzly’ January Chef’s Table

Proof of Lancaster 30 North Queen Street (Lower Level), Lancaster, PA, United States

Treat yourself to dinner at the 'Dry or Drizzly' January Chef's Table at Proof of Lancaster, designed to provide up to twelve guests with front-row seats to a lively culinary performance. Witness artistry in its most delicious sense as our executive culinary team prepares a vibrant custom-tailored menu. Between bites, savor each sip of our […]

$180 – $240

Happy Birthday Your Majesty! Boyce Symphony No. 2 & Mozart Symphony No. 15

First United Methodist Church 29 East Walnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

The third of Allegro's Music in the Round series. Repertoire ​Boyce: Symphony No. 2 Joseph Boulogne Chevalier De Saint-Georges: Symphony No. 1, Op. 11 Nancy Galbraith: Midnight Stirring Cimarosa: I Traci Amanti Overture Mozart: Symphony No. 15

$35.00

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