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Matthew Apol: Equidistant Materials and Methods

David Lyall Home & Design 241 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

My art practice is a long-form research effort pursuing a more comprehensive understanding of personal experiences and studio methodology. Like many other artists and designers, my work evolves through working and working through. Equidistant Materials and Methods is the middle ground and formal research linking two larger bodies of work relating to the intersection of […]

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First Friday Artist Reception

Red Raven Art Company 138 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

This month the guys of Red Raven are stepping up , Manning Up..... with an exhibit featuring 11 Painters and 2 sculptors. Stop in for our artist reception May 2 from 5 - 8 pm. And then for Spring artwalk, join us Saturday, May 3rd from 11 - 3 pm to see artist demonstrations, featuring […]

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2025 Senior Show & Celebration

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design 204 North Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Showcasing the work of Pennsylvania College of Art & Design's Class of 2025, this three-day exhibition opens Friday, May 2, to the public, from 5-9 pm, and continues Saturday, May 3 (10 am to 5 pm), and Sunday, May 4 (noon to 3 pm). View works by our graduates in Animation & Game Art, Design […]

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Lancaster Stormers Opening Day

Penn Medicine Park 650 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA

WellSpan Health Fun Friday presents the 2025 Home Opener as Stormers Baseball returns to Penn Medicine Park on Friday, May 2nd! Join us as we kick off the 2025 season with an electric atmosphere, great baseball, and non-stop entertainment! Expect A T-shirt Giveaway to the first 1,000 fans 18+ presented by Hess’s Barbecue! Exciting on-field […]

$13

“Organic Reflections: Seasonal Encores”

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

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 […]

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Lancaster City Spring ARTWalk

100 Block of North Prince Street 100 Block of North Prince Street Will Be the Hub, Lancaster, PA, United States

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 […]

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Why Drive When You Can Walk? A Row House Forum

The Trust Performing Arts Center 37 N. Market St., Lancaster, PA 17603

In the final Row House Forum of the Spring, our speakers will explore the overlooked power of walking – from its physical and spiritual benefits to its countercultural weight in a car-centric world. Featuring reflections from founder of The Row House Tom Becker, Camino pilgrim Emily Nixon, and insights from local transit advocate Laura Pauls-Thomas, […]

10th Annual Open Streets Lancaster

Water & Chestnut Streets Lancaster, PA, United States

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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Music Friday in Lancaster City

Lancaster City Lancaster, Pennsylvania

In Lancaster City, the third Friday of the month is Music Friday! From May to September, the City of Lancaster and Music For Everyone host the Music Friday event series.

Free

Tinned Fish Tasting & Pop-Up Shop

Happy Happy Joy Joy 157 East King Street, Lancaster, United States

Rainbow Tomatoes Garden aka RTG.Fish is hosting a tinned fish tasting and pop-up sale in conjunction with the eclectic, whimsical shop Happy Happy Joy Joy in downtown Lancaster! As an online store, the RTG team is excited to get out of the warehouse and meet folks in person. And we can’t think of a more […]

African American Cultural Parade

Reservoir Park 832 E Orange St., Lancaster, PA, United States

On Saturday, May 31st, don't miss the vibrant African American Cultural Parade, featuring 36 diverse community groups, marching bands, and more. It's a spectacular display of unity and pride.

Free

Lancaster Inferno – Pro-Am Soccer – Young Athlete Celebration

Penn Medicine Park 650 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA

Lancaster Inferno is bringing high-level women’s soccer to downtown Lancaster this summer! Competing in the USL W League, these top college players and aspiring pros will light up the field! Youth (aged 16 and under) admitted FREE if they are wearing their youth jersey from any sport Face painters available all evening Pre-Game Fun Zone […]

Baroque on the Piazza

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

Historic Rock Ford welcomes the Ephrata Chamber Ensemble for “Baroque on the Piazza” at the General Edward Hand Mansion for an outdoor evening filled with the sounds of historic Baroque chamber music. The ensemble will be presenting Vivaldi's Double Trumpet Concerto in C Major, as well as works by Handel, Telemann, Corelli, and J.S. Bach. […]

$15

5th Annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conference: “Building Safer Communities: Reducing Community and School Violence”

The Ware Center - Millersville University 42 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA, United States

Millersville University will host its 5th Annual Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Conference on Thursday, June 5, 2025, focusing on "Building Safer Communities: Reducing Community and School Violence." This one-day conference will take place at The Ware Center in downtown Lancaster, PA from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, bringing together policymakers, community leaders and advocates, agency […]

$20.00

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