The holiday season kicks off with the Mayor’s Tree Lighting and Tuba Christmas on the Friday after Thanksgiving.  The evening includes the official arrival of Santa Claus, lighting of the City’s Christmas tree, Tuba Christmas and evening hours for Central Market. During the month of December come Downtown for over 30 holiday events and activities including visits with Santa...

The Lancaster Craft Beerfest  provides craft beer drinkers with an amazing selection of unique beers so they can discover new and old favorites. There will be dozens of options from some of the best breweries, including those right in our neighborhood and from across the country. Not only will there be craft beer, there will be great food and live...

Gather under the tents for the areas only authentic German Sommer Festival. In early to mid-June, you can participate in the celebration of German culture, music and food. The Lancaster Liederkranz has been striving to preserve the cultures and festivals of Germany in the South Central Pennsylvania area. The festival is open to the public and a small fee is...

Join the fun and festivities in the Celebrate Lancaster festival!  Full of fun and family entertainment for everyone! Join us for great food, music, and crafts by the local Lancaster citizens. Two tents show off musical talent of local performers while the entire downtown area is devoted to food and local artists.  You don’t want to leave early though!  Join...