Lancaster City's Local's Guide
Looking for ideas for your upcoming trip to Lancaster City, or just getting out on the town for the weekend? Our Local's Guide is a great resource for getting to know Lancaster like... well, a local. It's packed with the latest things to do and see for both Lancaster city dwellers and visitors.

Women’s History Month at Central Market
From produce to flowers, candy to prepared foods, the businesses inside Central Market make it a unique place to experience living history. To celebrate Women’s History Month, here are 25 […]
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Celebrating Black History Month – Keisha Finnie
Lancaster artist Keisha Finnie talks about what inspires her artwork and what Black History Month means to her.
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Celebrating Black History Month – Dustin Salisbery
Dustin Salisbery is a McCaskey graduate who went on to play Division 1 basketball with Temple University. After graduating from Temple with a degree in African American Studies, Dustin played […]
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14 Coffee Shops to Visit for National Latte Day
It’s National Latte Day! Whether you like it hot or iced, there’s nothing more perfect than espresso mixed with milk to make a smooth, velvety caffeine fix. Here are 14 […]
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Celebrating Black History Month – Jerry Johnson
Jerry Johnson, a Lancaster native and graduate of JP McCaskey High School and Rider University, played professional basketball for 13 straight seasons until he retired in 2018. In 2019 became […]
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve In Your Neighborhood!
The City of Lancaster is bringing its New Year’s Eve celebrations to your neighborhood! Due to ongoing construction in Ewell Plaza, the City of Lancaster has moved its New Year’s […]
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7 Places to Visit on Record Store Day in Lancaster City
Record Store Day is Friday, November 26th! Here are 7 places to pick up some vinyl in downtown Lancaster City. A Day in the Life Records 24A W. Walnut Street717-508-4609adayintheliferecords.com […]
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6 Places to Visit for National Nacho Day (November 6)
National Nacho Day is Saturday, November 6th! Here are 6 places to grab nachos in Lancaster City. Make a day of it with our interactive nacho tour! Shot and Bottle […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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NYE in Lancaster City 2020!
On Thursday, Dec. 31st, The City of Lancaster will host fireworks displays at 8 p.m. set off from both Southeast Middle School and Thomas Armstrong Blvd. Neighbors in the Southeast […]
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Health & Wellness in the New Year!
We are all about enjoying holidays to the fullest, saying “yes” to whipped cream on top, and indulging in our favorite local traditions. Guilt-free! The holidays come but once a […]
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Reindeer Reader Recommendations
Reindeer Reader Recommendations This year’s winter might look a little different, with more time at home with your family than going out for holiday parties. Why not spend some time […]
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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…
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