A Theatrical 1920s-50s Concert Experience Step into the glitz and glamour of the Gatsby era at this roaring good time! Enter Prima’s luxurious vintage club ambiance and indulge in an unforgettable evening. Savor classic cocktails from the in-theater bar before immersing yourself in electrifying performances of swing, jazz, and crooner music. Enjoy the sweet sounds […]
The 32nd Strictly Functional Pottery National exhibition, a prestigious event that celebrates the artistry and craftmanship of functional ceramics. opens on Friday, September 27, 2024, from 5pm- 8pm at the Lancaster Museum of Art, located at 135 N. Lime St. Lancaster, PA 17602. The show runs from September 28 through November 9. This exhibition is […]
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.
Join the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, 335 N. Queen Street, for a weekend packed with fun events. On First Friday we will host Aya Kinoshita who will be demonstrating and discussing her mosaic art. Additionally, we will kick off our 80th anniversary celebration with an open house from October 4th through October 6th. Feeling the […]
Join us as we celebrate our October Artists at First Friday's Artist Reception October 4th, 5 - 8 pm. Also join us for Fall Artwalk Weekend. October 5th 10 - 5 pm and 6th, 12 - 4 pm Several of our artists will be doing demonstration Painting Saturday October 5th from 11 - 2 pm. […]
Music, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Artwork and free parkingLaus Deo Chorale a youth and young adult chorus under the direction of Heidi Shannon will join us to offer a free concert. Featured soloist Brenten Megee will also join the choir.Local artist, Sandy Leonard and Ann Kimmich will have art on display. We welcome budding 12-year-old (almost […]
Third Story is excited to announce the addition of a flat file to our gallery. In the file drawers we will be sharing the works of five artists: Douglas Anderson, Marianne Calenda, Matt Allyn Chapman, Nicole Duquette and Jere Real. Join us as we celebrate the addition of these five artists to our gallery!
The Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Liberal Arts Department invites the public on Friday, Oct. 4, to the Diverse Voices Speaker Series: The Voice and Music of Daryl Davis. At 3:30 pm Davis will share his inspiring story about his work to achieve racial harmony and his powerful blues piano playing and singing. At […]
Right outside of Market our standholders will have special Harvest themed pay-per-stand foods, Live Music, Face Painting, Pumpkin Painting and more!
Join Us for a Day of Live-Fire Cooking, Entertainment, and More! Get ready for an unforgettable experience filled with live-fire cooking, grilling, entertainment, and exciting giveaways. This event promises fun for all ages! Experience Live-Fire Cooking: Witness the magic and flavor of live-fire cooking, demonstrated by celebrity chefs.Meet the Experts: Mingle with celebrity chefs and […]
Celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Lancaster’s Hispanic culture during our joyous tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month! • LIVE MUSIC •Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats and melodies of live music as talented performers bring to life the rich musical traditions of various Hispanic countries. • FOOD TRUCKS & VENDORS •Indulge your taste buds with a […]
A once-in-a-lifetime show! Join us for an intimate benefit concert in support of critical enhancements for The Ware Center and its vital community programming. With a career spanning almost four decades, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell is one of the most celebrated artists of his era. Bell has performed with virtually every major orchestra and […]
A lecture about cars? Sure! Do you love your car? Do you simply tolerate it? Do you ever wonder, “What IS a car?” Or "Why Are They Everywhere?" Tom Becker has. He's Founder and Curator of The Row House Forum and will be speaking on “Chariots of Desire: A Cultural Reflection on Cars and Where […]
We welcome a variety of vendors to this 3 day event for attendees to visit including RV services, campgrounds, recreational & camping products and more! There will be 200 units from Shady Maple RV, Beckley’s RV, Ben’s RV, RV Value Mart, Pete’s RV Center & more! $5 entry fee which includes free parking and a […]
Join us Friday, October 11th from 5 - 8:30 pm for the exhibition opening and artist reception of "A State of Being: Paintings by John David Wissler". Enjoy fabulous paintings, light refreshments, and the opportunity to speak with the artist about his work! We hope to see you there!
Country star Frankie Ballard with be live in concert at Clipper Magazine Stadium on Friday, October 11th after the RV show with opening act Kendal Conrad!
A Community Festival Celebrating Hamilton Watch's Return to Lancaster! Live Music12 - 1:30 PM Steven Courtney & Suitcase Musicians1:30 - 5 PM DJ Wil Monestime & Downtown Sound Food TrucksHappy Dog Kettle and Grill|Joe's Fish Sandwiches | Next Level Pizza | Nil's Funnel Cakes & More Hamilton Garden Powered by DecadesLancaster Distilleries' Hamilton & Red […]
Enjoy a night of stand up comedy at the Silverball Retro Arcade hosted by Zach Liss, comedian from the Laugh Factory with featured guest Luke Mones Snacks & Alcoholic Beverages Available for Purchase. Ticket price: $25.00 includes show and pinball
Multi-platinum singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles joins CHI St. Joseph Children’s Health for an extraordinary evening of music and dialogue at their highly anticipated “Concert and Conversation,” on October 19, 2024. The event will take place at Freedom Hall within the Lancaster County Convention Center. Doors open at 7:00 PM. All proceeds benefit the programs and services […]
Are you tired of clothes that do not fit properly? Would you like to be able to make your own patterns or ‘adjust’ those store-bought patterns that you own, but you don’t know how? In this three day/week workshop we will cover basic patternmaking concepts, including measurements, making a simple sloper, seam allowances, curves, and […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Puerto Rican music while painting! Instructor Kathy Rodriguez will present a brief lecture on the history of Puerto Rican from Bomba y Plena to Salsa to current trends in music. We will then transition into listening to a curated playlist while painting a composition inspired by Puerto Rican […]
The story of a secretive hedge fund that is plundering America’s newspapers—and the journalists who are fighting back. Who will control the future of America’s news ecosystem: Wall Street billionaires concerned only with profit, or those who see journalism as the lifeblood of our democracy? FREE | Tickets required Presented in partnership with the Steinman […]
Enjoy a spooky autumn evening in Lancaster City's famous Victorian cemetery! Listen to ghostly tales and enjoy s’mores by the historic caretaker house on Lemon Street. Your tour guide will tell the stories of some of Lancaster City’s most fascinating permanent residents and explain the historic symbolism of our Victorian gravestones. Tours will take place […]
Second annual Boos & Brews Beer Fest at Clipper Magazine Stadium! Enjoy adult Trick or Treating (beer sampling) a Costume Contest, Halloween Movies on the Videoboard, Scary Music & More The Broken Bat will be open for concessions Ticket Options: $25 Beer Fest Ticket: includes beer sampling, sampling glass$10 designated driver: includes entry – no […]
This spooky parade will kick-off at Clipper Magazine Stadium and will travel through the City of Lancaster bringing family friendly haunts, performances, themed floats and candy to the community!
Celebrate Halloween with spine-tingling tales of haunted mansions, eerie cemeteries and spirits that roam the night! Peer into the bone-chilling world of the ghosts among us on a candlelight walking tour of downtown Lancaster.
I am a local artist that’s been showing in Lancaster since 1993. My new studio is open and showing over 45 large paintings all painted with flyswatters. I have been painting with flyswatters since 2008.
Celebrate with us as we open our first annual "717 Squared" exhibit!Featuring the work of more than 75 regional artists, this exhibit is made up entirely of 10x10 inch panels.Though the size is standard, the art is not; there is a wide variety of styles and mediums, including non-traditional materials, including glass and fiber.Come early […]
Join curio. Gallery & creative Supply as we continue the celebration of our exhibition Weirdo Goddess & Other Love Stories by Alicia Byler. "It began on a sunny day in Mexico, February 2022. My shadow emerged in front of me, perfectly placed. And suddenly there she was in the clear water of the lagoon inviting […]
Something wicked comes this way (or at least to Lancaster,anyway). Come tear it up on the dance floor to the sounds of Motown, Rockabilly, Doowop, Surf, Soul, Funk, Disco, New Wave and 90's hits! Costumes encouraged, but all are welcome!
We believe that craft beer was meant to be experienced! Join our knowledgeable and experienced Beer Guides on an exclusive, educational and entertaining walk-a-bout of historic Lancaster City as we visit 3 of the city's anchor breweries and enjoy a guided tasting of 10 different craft beers with behind-the-scenes access where you will learn how […]
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