Home
Why Only DT
Major Events
Rewards Card
Links
Itineraries
Directions
Sponsors

  JAN   |   FEB  |   MAR   |   APR   |   MAY   |   JUN   |   JUL   |   AUG   |   SEP   |   NOV   |   DEC

 

                   

JANUARY

 

FEBRUARY

 

MARCH

 

                  

APRIL

 

MAY

May 8th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

May 9th

9 AM - 4 PM

Elizabethtown

Arts In the Park

Located at Elizabethtown Community Park

www.etownmainst.com

 

 

NEW

OnlyDowntown

EVENT!

May 15 & 16

Elizabethtown

Mount Joy

Manheim

Ephrata

Lititz

Varying Times

May 15th

5 PM -  8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

May 15th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy - one week early in May!

Hometown Night - Oh, those good ole' days!

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

May 15th

6 - 9 PM

Manheim

 

Adopt a Block Party

Find out more about this beautification program at our Adopt A Block Party! You will learn how to become involved and more information about this important community program. There will also be fun games, food and entertainment for the whole family! Stop by the Mini Park to learn more about how you can help enhance the downtown and keep our town safe, clean and beautiful!

www.manheimdowntown.org

May 16th

8 AM - 4 PM

Mount Joy

Community Craft Day & Downtown Sidewalk Sales

The Mount Joy Farmers Market welcomes dozens of local crafters to market from 8 am to noon at the Union National Community Bank Parking Lot, 101 E. Main Street.

Plus, Downtown Sidewalk Sales from 10 am - until (times vary per store)

www.msmj.org

May 16th

10 AM - 3 PM

Manheim

Market on the Square

Celebrate spring and small town life with this community event that converts our lovely square into an open air market for bedding plants, garden treasures and features a free perennial exchange. Also families can enjoy a farmer's market, live music by the MCHS Jazz Band. Entertainment will be provided by Vantastic Vanden, Dance Performances by Crickets Performing Arts and music provided by DJ Gregg Steif. We will have a strolling Baron and Mrs. Von Stiegel, Children's Activities, Trike Race, Alpaca Zoo, Chalk Walk, Barrel Express and much much more!

www.manheimdowntown.org

May 16th

10 AM - 5 PM

Mount Joy

White Nights Festival

Join us as we celebrate the area's Slavic culture with music, food, exhibits,

and folk dancing.

www.downtownephrata.org

May 23rd

2 PM

Mount Joy

Memorial Day Parade

Parade along Main Street

www.msmj.org

Saturdays

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB at 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy.

Special May Activities: May 16th Community Craft Day

www.msmj.org

       

JUNE

June 5th

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

June 12th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

June 19th

5 PM -  8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

June 26th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Themed: Fit & Fabluous - Kick off to a better you!

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

Thursdays

June TBD

11:30 AM - 1 PM

Elizabethtown

Summer Lunch Series

Lunch is available or bring your own. Free entertainment & children's activities. Lunch 11:30 - 1 and Entertainment noon - 1. Located in Center Square.  Rain Location is Moose Family Center

www.etownmainst.com

Saturdays

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB at 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy.

Special Activities in June: June 6th Strawberry Festival

www.msmj.org

                     

JULY

July 1st - 7th

Manheim

Independents Week

Taking the time to recognize Manheim's local independent businesses and the community values they embody: their spirit of entrepreneurism, individuality, uniqueness, and character; giving back to community with time, talent, goods and services, and fulfilling our community's needs; we're also recognizing the independce of our citizens; their ability to think and act for themselves and embracing their part in shaping the future of Manheim. Celebrate your independents! Independent Local Businesses advance economic opportunity, our local character and support ourcommunity. Residents and visitors can participate in Independents Week activities and games at our locally independently owned businesses.

www.manheimdowntown.org

July 3

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

July TBD

Time

Ephrata

Ephrata Fire Cracker Five Mile Run

Runners travel on Ephrata Streets on a 5 mile course

www.downtownephrata.org

July 10th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

July 17th

5 PM -  8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

July 24th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Themed: Race to Taste - Get Ready, Get Set...for a 'Classic' Evening!  Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

July 25th

11 AM - 3 PM

Mount Joy

Taste of Mount Joy, Crusin' Cuisine

Showcase of antique, classic, and hot rod cars, as well as the great tastes of Mount Joy restaurants

www.msmj.org

Thursdays

July TBD

11:30 AM - 1 PM

Elizabethtown

Summer Lunch Series

Lunch is available or bring your own. Free entertainment & children's activities. Lunch 11:30 - 1 and Entertainment noon - 1. Located in Center Square.  Rain Location is Moose Family Center

www.etownmainst.com

Saturdays

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy

Special Dates in July: July 25th Recipe Exchange Day

www.msmj.org

 

AUGUST

August 7th

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

August 14th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

August 21st

5PM - 8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

August 28th

5PM - 8PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Themed: August Arts & Antiques - Treasures Old & New

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

August 29th

Food 5 pm

Movie 8:30 pm

Manheim

Taste of Manheim - Dinner & Movie on the Square

The Manheim Downtown Devleopment Group presents a Taste of Manheim - Dinner and a Movie on the Square! This family fun event will showcase come of Manheim's best restaurants and their signature dishes! This event will also feature an outdoor movie, (movie tbd), on a screeen that is THREE STORIES TALL!!! Bring your appetite, FM radios, and your lawn chair and enjoy an evening on the square! Tastings begin at 5:00 pm (tastes are $2 - $3) Movie beings at 8:30pm

www.manheimdowntown.org

Saturdays

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy

Special Activities in August: Aug 8th Farmers Day, formerly Kids Day

www.msmj.org

           

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 4th

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

Sept. 5th

4 - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Crab Fest in Mount Joy

A Main Street Mount Joy Fundraiser at the Lancaster Liederkranz; Mount Joy's third annual Thrivent Day - Feast on All you can eat hardshell crabs, crab cakes, soup, & more. Plus live music & activities for all ages!

www.msmj.org

Sept. 11th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

Sept. 18th

5 PM - 8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

Sept. 25th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Themed: Lean & Green

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

Saturdays

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy

Special Activities in Sept: Sept 12th Herb Day AND the Fall Community Craft Day

Sept 26th is a new event "Mums" the Word

www.msmj.org

 

OCTOBER

Oct. 2nd

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

Oct. 9th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

Oct. 16th

5 PM - 8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

Oct. 17th

10 AM - 2 PM

Manheim

Crusin' the Square - Manheim Classic Car Show

Cruisin' the Square is the title of our automobile and motorcycle show; our ninth consecutive annual show is scheduled for October 17, 2009.   Personalized invitations to prior car show participants, awards by class, 50/50 raffle and a bunch of door prizes, as well as a few grand prize drawings has made this event a regional favorite and draws some awesome cars and motorcycles to view.   Our exhibitors love parking on our historic square.   Add good weather, music and dance entertainment, good food from our local vendors and you will have an enjoyable and memorable day.   Last year the event grew to include over 250 vehicles in showing.   Take the link above for video and photos from the 2008 and prior shows.   Children’s activities and entertainment including pumpkin painting and a magic show are also a big hit.   Staged in the center of town, the Square will be closed from 8:30am - 2:30pm.   The event is open to the public and admission is free.  

www.manheimdowntown.org

Oct. 17th

Reg 11:30-12:30

1 PM Parade

Event til 3 PM

Mount Joy

Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest & Parade

A howling good time with our beloved pets. Fun-family activities, food, awards, pet-related organizations, businesses, & rescues in War Memorial Park.

www.msmj.org

Oct. 23rd

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Theme: Tailgating Treats (for the Sports Lovers)

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

Oct. TBD

Ephrata

Jack Frost Parade

Dress up and strut your stuff.  See the Ephrata VFW for more info.

www.downtownephrata.org

Saturdays

Oct 3, 10, & 17

8 AM - Noon

Mount Joy

Mount Joy Farmers Market

A growers market for local, fresh produce, baked goods, & more

Located at UNCB, 101 E. Main Street, Mount Joy

Closing Day of the 2009 Season is Oct 17th

www.msmj.org

            

NOVEMBER

Nov. 6th

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

Nov. 13th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

'Lovin' Lititz Every Second' Friday

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

Nov. 20th

5 - 8 PM

Ephrata

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

Nov. 27th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Theme: Shop til You Drop

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

DATE TBD

6 - 8 PM

Ephrata

Holiday Spectacular of Lights

Santa comes to town, the town Christmas tree gets lit, and there is singing, cookies, hot cider, and all kinds of fun.

Come out and join the fun.

www.downtownephrata.org

DECEMBER 2009

Dec. 4th

5 PM - 8 PM

Manheim

First Friday

Stop in at the various downtown shops and restaurants that extend their hours on First Friday!

www.manheimdowntown.org

 

Dec. 4th

7 PM

Elizabethtown

Parade of Lights

Downtown from College Ave to Market to East High to Spruce to College.  Snow/Rain Date is Sunday Dec 6th at 5 pm.

www.etownmainst.com

 

Dec 5th

7 PM

Manheim

 

Christmas Tree Lighting

2009 marks the ninth year as a celebrated event in our community. Come out for this real life ‘Whoville’ experience with hot chocolate, caroling, and a community brass band. Event entertainment features local students from our own Crickets School for the Performing Arts sharing dance numbers from the Nutcracker Ballet.   Our anchor sponsor is Sovereign Bank.

www.manheimdowntown.org

Dec 5th

4 - 7 PM

Mount Joy

Mount Joy's Winterfest

Whole town celebration including tree lighting; community caroling; live reindeer; visits with Santa; Obie the Clown; various musical entertainment on the main stage; local restaurants offering their best food; Little Shoppers, games and coloring contest for the children. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by Main Street Mount Joy. For more info, call the MSMJ office at 717-653-4227.

www.msmj.org

Dec 5th

10 am - 2 pm

Elizabethtown

Mrs. Claus Hunt

Scavenger Hunt for children 12 years old or under.  Forms available at Santa's Castle.  Santa will be in his castle in Center Square on Saturdays (Dec 5th, 12th, & 19th) from 10 am - 2 pm & on Thursdays (Dec 10 & 17) from 6 - 8 pm.  At 7 pm on Thursdays, Santa will read a story at the Elizabethtown Public Library.  Trains are also at the Elizabethtown Public Library on Saturdays & Thursdays.

www.etownmainst.com

 

Dec. 11th

5 PM - 9 PM

Rain or Shine

Lititz

 

'Lovin' Lititz Every Second' Friday

Historic Downtown Lititz is bursting with energy every 2nd Friday of each month.  Downtown merchants are happy to announce great family activities & entertainments, free & open to the public, in stores & venues throughout the downtown shopping area.

www.venturelititz.com

Dec 17th

Elizabethtown

Gingerbread House Making

At the Folklore Coffee & Co. for ages 12 and under.  Pre-registration is required.

www.etownmainst.com

 

Dec. 18th

5 PM - 8 PM

Ephrata

 

Third Friday's a Charm

Every 3rd Friday, Downtown Ephrata's shops offer something special, just to celebrate the fact it's Friday! Each month offers something different, including entertainment, refreshments, & special sales. Hook up with friends, enjoy a latte, chill will the sounds of an acoustic guitar, or just SHOP.

www.downtownephrata.org

 

Dec. 18th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

 

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy - one week early!

Theme: Countdown to Christmas!

Always a fun time for the family!

Shop, Dine, Be Entertained, Hands On Activities, Specials & More

www.msmj.org

Dec 31st

Manheim

New Year's Eve: Dancin’ in the Streets

will see the return of the large illuminated ball raised on the Square's flagpole at midnight. The Ball or “Orb” as we call it was locally designed and built and must be seen to be fully appreciated.   A confetti canon in the Orb fires from atop the Flagpole cued by the town clock’s tolling of midnight . Live music from the Rock N Roll Time Machine will literally have you Dancin’ in the Streets or if you prefer, take a carriage ride along the streets of Manheim.   Utility Keystone Trailer Sales, Inc. and Ephrata National Bank are the sponsors for this event.

www.manheimdowntown.org

Dec. 31st

5 - 8 PM

Elizabethtown

Let E-Town Ring! ... Letterkenny Time!

Celebrate the New Year with on our Sister City's time...Letterkenny, Ireland.  Trains, Music, Dance, Food, Crafts, Smores and More.  The "M" is lowered at 7 pm --- Letterekenny's Midnight!  Buttons available December 10th.

www.etownmainst.com

 

                

 

Another Site Designed by Schell's Web Design