Santa in the City – Ewell Plaza

Ewell Plaza 145 N Queen Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Bring Your Own Camera and Capture the Magic! Feel the festive spirit of the holiday season and create special memories with your family with visits from Santa to Lancaster City! Meet Santa Claus himself at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Ewell Plaza, or join the excitement as Santa is escorted through the bustling […]

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A subtle Shift in Our Perception: Mike Witmer & Matt Allyn Chapman

curio. Gallery & Creative Supply 106 W. Chesnut Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

A Subtle Shift in Our Perception: Mike Witmer & Matt Allyn Chapman Seeing, vision, observation and perception may seem like four terms that describe the same thing. Though for artists Mike Witmer and Matt Allyn Chapman, they ask that you provide each the time and consideration they need to be individual actions before merging them together […]

Christmas Tree Lane

Clipper Magazine Stadium 650 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

At Christmas Tree Lane inside Clipper Magazine Stadium is a free event where you can stroll through over 100 beautifully decorated trees and vote for your favorite! All proceeds from the voting go directly to local non-profits, making it a festive way to give back. While you're there, enjoy other holiday activities like snapping a […]

Create Your Own “Flornament” Workshop! 🎄🌸

Central Market Flowers on Queen 258 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

Make a little holiday magic and build your own “Flornament”—a mini winter world in a globe! Think of it as a snow globe without the water, filled with beautiful dried florals and festive accents that capture the cozy charm of the season. Perfect for adding a touch of handmade cheer to your tree, hanging in […]

We the People First Friday

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

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. 🎵 TubaChristmas6:30 p.m. | Steinman HallRing in the holidays with the captivating sounds of spirited brass music. 🧵 Holiday Makers' […]

First Friday Covenant Chocolate Chip Cookie Concert Series

Covenant Chocolate Chip Cookie Concert

Start December off with a BURST of song! Darla Bair from Music For Everyone will be in our sanctuary to lead us to "Sing in the Season" with a good old-fashioned Christmas Carol sing-a-long. Bring family and friends, enjoy the decorations, music and of course the homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies.

Light Up Southeast

Crispus Attucks Community Center 407 Howard Avenue, Lancaster, PA, United States

Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Light Up Southeast, where Lancaster's Southeast neighborhoods come together to unveil a captivating array of colorful displays that transform the South Duke Street Mall into a dazzling wonderland. Witness the brilliance as the area comes alive with sparkling lights that shimmer and dance, radiating the holiday spirit throughout […]

We the People First Friday

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

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: An Evening with Joseph Strider 6:30 p.m. | Steinman Hall | A Native American singer/songwriter who has produced 4 […]

Presenting the Workshops of Emily Smucker Beidler

Little Haus 28 N Water Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

The Little Haus at 28 N Water St., having ended its 16 month restoration, begins its mission to help cultivate the practices of Pennsylvania German folk art by providing an authentic space for the teaching and learning of skills. A preview of upcoming classes along with original art on display will be available for holiday […]

“Organic Reflections: O Come, Emmanuel”

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

Celebrate the music of Advent with the Organic Reflections program “O Come, Emmanuel” on Friday December 6 at 8:00 PM. Join Organist Larry Hershey along with Doug Albert on the trumpet. The free 30 minute concert at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster will include “Toccata on Veni Emmanuel” by Andrew […]

Tuba Christmas

Binns Park 100 block of N. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Embrace the much-anticipated return of a Lancaster City favorite as Ewell Plaza once again resonates with the captivating sounds of spirited brass music. This cherished tradition brings a symphony of melodies to the heart of the city, creating an enchanting atmosphere that captivates all who gather. Amidst the twinkling lights and joyful camaraderie, experience the […]

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Annual Holiday “Makers Market”

St. Johns Episcopal Church 321 West Chestnut Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States

Please join us on Saturday, December 7th, from 9am until 2pm for the annual St. John's Makers Market. Enjoy the many crafts, needlecraft items, gift items, baked goods and so much else. Plan to pause your shopping from 11-11:30am to enjoy an incredible holiday organ concert and then stop by the lunch counter for pizza, […]

Vince Guaraldi: The Man Behind “Peanuts”

Lancaster Public Library 151 N. Queen Street, Lancaster, United States

Join us for a special interactive holiday concert featuring music from "Peanuts". Come to the Lancaster Public Library to learn all about Vince Guaraldi and his music through in depth musical analysis, audience participation, and a live performance of the entire Charlie Brown Christmas soundtrack. Featuring The Patrick Kerssen Trio! All ages · Space is […]

Santa in the City – December 7

Ewell Plaza 145 N Queen Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Embrace the festive spirit of the holiday season and create special memories with your family with visits from Santa to Lancaster City! FREE VISITS WITH SANTA11:00AM–NoonEwell PlazaBring Your Own Camera and Capture the Magic! SANTA IN THE CITYNoon–3:00PM (approximate)Northeast and Southeast NeighborhoodsPlanned route and live Santa Tracker available ⤵️https://visitlancastercity.com/city-events/lancaster-city-for-the-holidays/santa-in-the-city/

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