Category: Events & Festivals

New Traditions for Celebrate Lancaster

For the first time in more than 50 years, the 100 block of North Queen Street is alive! A new terrace at the Holiday Inn has opened, and all of the buildings are occupied. Ewell Plaza is set to open in a matter of weeks. Because the 100 block is…

2022 Red Rose Run Results

The results are in! Thanks to everyone who made the 2022 Red Rose Run possible—especially our presenting sponsor, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health!

Event Alert – Red Rose Run (June 4, 2022)

The Red Rose Run returns to Lancaster City on June 4th! City residents and visitors should anticipate potential traffic delays during the race. The Lancaster Bureau of Police will evaluate safety of streets and will re-open streets to ensure public safety. 5:00AM – The 100 and 200 Blocks of North…

Red Rose Run returns to Lancaster City on June 4th!

Celebrate Lancaster 2021

Celebrate Lancaster will take place Friday, June 25, 2021, across Lancaster City throughout the afternoon. Here’s what to look forward to: mobile performances with musicians on trucks bringing live music to every neighborhood, food trucks in different areas of the city for residents to enjoy, and to end the night…

Lancaster City Restaurant Week Spotlight: Neighborhood Dining

Lancaster City Restaurant Week is in full swing! There are a few more days left to enjoy the fabulous restaurants Lancaster City has to offer during this special event. With over 40 restaurants offering special dishes and deals, you won’t want to miss out. Head over to LancasterCityRestaurantWeek.com to explore…

Wellness, Tradition, & the 44th Annual Red Rose Run

The 44th annual Red Rose Run has gone virtual! Like in so many other areas of life, we're finding new ways to celebrate longtime traditions. This year's Red Rose Run will take place over four days, Sept. 19-22, and can be completed from anywhere. Those who register will receive a…

5 Ways Locals can Explore Lancaster City as a Tourist

Due to COVID-19, many Lancaster families have found themselves stuck at home putting their creativity to the test as they try to invent ways to keep busy. Some have spent days planting and tending to new gardens, teaching themselves how to play guitar, or trying to become TikTok famous. But…

COVID-19 Updates from Lancaster City Attractions

Since Lancaster City's move to the green phase of reopening many local attractions have begun to reopen their doors to visitors. Below we have highlighted a few. If you are looking for something different to see or do in Lancaster City this summer consider visiting one of these Lancaster-favorites. Please…

Indie Retail Week 2020

Indie Retail Week is rapidly approaching with deals starting July 17 and ending July 24! This year Lancaster City’s finest retailers are offering discounts and specials, in-store and online, on their merchandise. Below are just a few of the deals offered throughout the week-long event. We invite you to visit…

Juneteenth Celebrations in Lancaster City

Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. Although the Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863, it was not until June 19, 1865 when slavery officially came to an end as word of emancipation reached Texas.

10 Ways to Explore Lancaster City from Home

We know staying entertained at home isn’t easy. In an effort to help families stay occupied and in good spirits, Visit Lancaster City put together 10 ways to explore Lancaster City from home. Enjoy! 1. STEM-ulate the Mind with the North MuseumThe North Museum of Nature & Science is offering…

Eat, Drink, and Make Music at the First Ever Key Krawl

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Keys for The City (the program that places pianos around Lancaster City), Music For Everyone is introducing Lancaster’s first ever Key Krawl! Chances are that while walking around Lancaster, you’ve noticed the many pianos featured at key locations throughout the city. The Key…

Come ‘Shop Late’ in Lancaster City on Dec. 13th!

Come ‘Shop Late’ in Lancaster City! Whether it’s last minute holiday shopping or a much-needed night on the town, Lancaster Shops Late is the perfect excuse to explore what Lancaster City has to offer! The 2nd Annual “Lancaster Shops Late” will feature over 50 shops, galleries, and businesses that will…

Lancaster City for the Holidays 2018

As the weather is turning crisp, leaves are falling off the trees, and green and red is adorning the city, a series of holiday events are kicking off the season in Lancaster City. From the Mayor’s Tree Lighting ceremony to Breakfast with Santa, expect to have your holiday season jam-packed…