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JANUARY

Jan. 4th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Jan. 11th

5PM - 9 PM

Lititz

Lovin' Lititz Every Second (Friday)

Shopping, Dining, Galleries, & Entertainment dotting the sidewalks, porches, & businesses throughout the Downtown

www.venturelititz.com

Jan. 18th

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

Jan. 25th

5PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

"Fire and Ice " Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

 

FEBRUARY

Feb. 1st

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Feb. 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

Feb. 15 - 17

Various Times

Lititz

Fire & Ice Festival

One block of sculptures to be placed throughout downtown Lititz during daylight hours on 15th. Beginning at 4:30 pm, live ice sculpting. Friday night block party 5 - 9 pm with entertainment, food, games, activities, marshmallow roast on Main Street. Chili Cook-off on 16th 11 am - 3 pm with 12 chefs at Lititz Elementary, entry fee of $5 to taste and vote on chili.  For more details, go to website.

www.venturelititz.com

Feb. 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

Feb. 22nd

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

"Chocolate Tour " Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

Feb. 29th

 

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown Chamber Dinner

Located at the Brossman Ballroom at Masonic Village.

Registration Required.

www.etownmainst.com

 

MARCH

March 7th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

March 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

March 14, 15, & 16

Call for Times

Ephrata

Ephrata Area Community Theater

presents a Michael Truitt original production:

Environmentality the Musical a/k/a All About Going Green

www.downtownephrata.org

March 21st

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

March 22nd

8 am

Lititz

Sauder Egg Run

Come run with us starting at Lititz Springs Park

www.venturelititz.com

March 28th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

"All Things Green " Mount Joy's Celtic Festival

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

 

                  

APRIL

April 4th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

April 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

April 18th

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

April 25th

5 PM - 8PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

April 27th

Noon - 5 pm

Ephrata

4th Annual Tour de Ephrata

This bike race offers a small circuit (less than 1 mile), so the excitement of speeding cyclists is almost never ending.

www.downtownephrata.org

April

Noon - 5 PM

Lancaster City

Spring Art Walk

Explore the many art galleries Downtown Lancaster has to offer!

www.downtownlancaster.com

 

MAY

May 2nd

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

May 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

May 10th

9 AM - 4 PM

Elizabethtown

Arts In the Park

Located at Elizabethtown Community Park

www.etownmainst.com

May 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

May 17th

10 am - 3 pm

Manheim

 

Manheim Community Day - Market on the Square

Celebrating Manheim’s rich agriculture history and heritage with an open air market. Bedding plants for sale, farm displays to see, a sculpture garden to enjoy, live music and more on the square.

www.manheimdowntown.org

May 17th

8 AM - 2 PM

Lititz

Spring Community Yard Sale

Fundraiser for Lititz Springs Park

www.venturelititz.com

May 23rd

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

May 24th

2 PM

Mount Joy

Memorial Day Parade

Parade along Main Street

www.msmj.org

May 29th

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.

www.msmj.org

       

JUNE

June 1st

Lancaster City

Back to the Past Block Party

Hosted by the 300 Block of North Queen Street.  For more information, go to www.uptownlancaster.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

June 6th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

June 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

June 20th

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 14

Noon - 5 PM

Ephrata

Annual Downtown Car Cruise

Main Street closed from Park Avenue of Lincoln Avenue.

Food & Music

www.downtownephrata.org

June 14th

9 AM - 4 PM

Lititz

AMBUCS 15th Annual Arts & Craft Show in the Park

Hand-crafted items, fine art, and photography. This is a terrific day long event.  Bring your walking shoes!  Beautiful art in a beautiful park.  Free Admission. Lititz Springs Park, Rain or Shine

www.venturelititz.com

June 20th

8:15 PM

Lititz

Movie Night in Lititz Springs Park

Free popcorn & movie.  Just bring blankets or cushions!

www.venturelititz.com

June 20 & 21

Fri 5-8pm

Sat var events 10am - 9pm

Ephrata

White Nights Festival

Join us as we celebrate our area's growing Russian culture with exhibits, music, and craft items.

www.downtownephrata.org

June 27

4 PM - 10 PM

Lancaster City

Celebrate Lancaster

Hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events).  Patriotic concert featuring the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra and fireworks.  Concert begins at 8:30 p.m. with food and entertainment throughout the day.

www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

June 27th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

June 29th

2 pm

Lititz

Family Day in Lititz Springs Park

Many family games, lots of activities, great music, and plenty of yummy food. Free kick off to 4th of July celebration.

www.venturelititz.com

Thursdays

June - August

9 pm (movie)

Lancaster City

Dinner & A Movie

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events). Enjoy dinner at a variety of local Downtown Lancaster restaurants, then stay downtown for a movie.  Movies are outdoors in Binns Park and begin at 9:00 p.m.  Movies are free to the public. www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

www.downtownlancaster.com

Thursdays

June 5, 12, 19, 26

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.

www.msmj.org

                     

JULY

July 1st

Elizabethtown

E-town Night at Clipper Magazine Stadium

Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber office starting June 2nd.

www.etownmainst.com

July 4th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

July 3rd

Parade 6:30 PM

Lititz

Lititz Lions 16th Annual Independence Day Parade

Parade through the streets of Lititz

Entertainment follows in Lititz Springs Park

www.venturelititz.com

July 4th

Noon

Rain Date July 5th

Lititz

191st Fourth of July Celebration

Lititz Springs Park, Entrance Fee Charged, Entertainment all day, including Baby Parade, Queen of Candles Pageant, 7000 candles illumination, & Hi tech fireworks display.

www.venturelititz.com

July 4th

Time tba

Ephrata

Ephrata Fire Cracker Five Mile Run

Runners travel on Ephrata Streets on a 5 mile course

www.downtownephrata.org

July 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

July 18th

8:15 PM

Lititz

Movie Night in Lititz Springs Park

Free popcorn & movie.  Just bring blankets or cushions!

www.venturelititz.com

July 18th

5 PM - 8 PM

Ephrata

Family Fun Night

Sponsored by the Merchants Association

www.downtownephrata.org

July 19th

8:30 AM - 10 AM

Elizabethtown

Shred It

Located at 171 North Mount Joy Street - Across from Friendship Fire Hall.  $5/box  (16" x 12" x 12")

www.etownmainst.com

July 26th

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

July 25th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

July 26th

9 AM - 5 PM

Lititz

Village Art Association's 41st Annual Outdoor Art Show

One of the most highly regarded art shows along the east coast

Local artists showcase & sell stunning works. Rain or Shine

www.venturelititz.com

Thursdays

June - August

9 pm (movie)

Lancaster City

Dinner & A Movie

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events). Enjoy dinner at a variety of local Downtown Lancaster restaurants, then stay downtown for a movie.  Movies are outdoors in Binns Park and begin at 9:00 p.m.  Movies are free to the public. www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

www.downtownlancaster.com

Thursdays

July 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31

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

www.msmj.org

 

AUGUST

August 1st

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

August 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

August 9th

8 AM - 4 PM

Lititz

Rotary Club Craft Show

One of the biggest and most popular craft shows on the east coast.  Free Admission. Rain or Shine

www.venturelititz.com

August 10th

6:30 PM

Lititz

Music in the Gardens

Held in the lovely Mary Oehme Gardens, behind Lititz Museum on Main Street. Bring lawn chairs.  Free Event.

www.venturelititz.com

August 15th

8:15 PM

Lititz

Movie Night in Lititz Springs Park

Free popcorn & movie.  Just bring blankets or cushions!

www.venturelititz.com

August 15th

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 22nd

5PM - 8PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

August 30th

9 am - 4 pm

Lititz

Fall Antique Show & Sale

Lititz Springs Park, Free Admission, Rain or Shine.

www.venturelititz.com

Thursdays

June - August

9 pm (movie)

Lancaster City

Dinner & A Movie

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events). Enjoy dinner at a variety of local Downtown Lancaster restaurants, then stay downtown for a movie.  Movies are outdoors in Binns Park and begin at 9:00 p.m.  Movies are free to the public. www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

www.downtownlancaster.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

www.msmj.org

           

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 5th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Sept. 5th

8:15 PM

Lititz

Movie Night in Lititz Springs Park

Free popcorn & movie.  Just bring blankets or cushions!

www.venturelititz.com

Sept. 13

9 am - 3 pm

Ephrata

35th Annual Craft Fair

Downtown Ephrata. Main Street from Park Avenue to Lincoln Ave

www.downtownephrata.org

Sept 13 & 14

Lancaster City

Wheels Weekend

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events).   Join us as we celebrate everything wheels.  Weekend activities include movies, entertainment, sidewalk sales, wheel art exhibits, car show and Lancaster Museum of Art's Barnstorm motorcycle tour and art exhibit.www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

www.downtownlancaster.com

Sept. 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

Sept. TBA

5:30 PM - 8 PM

Elizabethtown

E-town & Gown Block Party

www.etownmainst.com

Sept. 23-27

Ephrata

Ephrata Street Fair

Largest Street Fair in Pennsylvania

www.downtownephrata.org

Sept. 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

Sept. 23rd - 27th

All Day!

Ephrata

90th Anuual Ephrata Fair

This is the largest street fair in the Northeast! Food, rides, music, judged exhibits, & parades! See www.ephratafair.org for more info.

www.downtownephrata.org

Sept. 24th

7 - 9 PM

Ephrata

Ephrata Parade

www.downtownephrata.org

Sept. 26th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

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

www.msmj.org

 

OCTOBER

Oct. 3rd

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Oct. 11th

10 AM - 4 PM

Lititz

Lititz Chocolate Walk

A "chocolate for charity" event. Chocolate and candy makers are located in almost two dozen locations demonstrating & selling their wares.  Rain or Shine

www.venturelititz.com

Oct. 10 & 11

Friday 10 AM - 5 PM

Sat 10 AM - 4 PM

Lititz

Artisans Porch Walk

A show and sale of fine art & crafts on private porches and lawns.  A Chinese Auction will be held & the Manor's cafe will be open to the public.  Free Admission. Rain or Shine

www.venturelititz.com

Oct. 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

Oct. 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

Oct. 18 - 19th

Sat 10 am - 5 pm

Sun Noon - 5 pm

Lancaster City

Fall ArtWalk 2008
A weekend of exceptional art! The doors to Lancaster’s burgeoning arts scene open for special hours during Fall ArtWalk. Spend two days visiting 50 studios, galleries, museums and other arts venues. Follow the suggested walking routes or create your own. Take advantage of the exclusive opportunity to visit artist studios not normally open to the public. Talk with artists and become engaged with the creative process. Be surprised by exciting new additions to the event. Take home a fine art treasure. Fall ArtWalk is a great time to buy art. FREE.  For details, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Oct. 18th

10 AM - 2 PM

Manheim

Manheim Classic Car Show

Crusin' the Square, Manheim

www.manheimdowntown.org

Oct. 18th

Noon - 2:30 PM

Mount Joy

Howl-o-ween Pet Costume Contest & Parade

A howling good time with our beloved pets. Parade along Main Street to Memorial Park.  Prizes Awarded

www.msmj.org

Oct. 24th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

Oct. 27th

7 PM

Lititz

Lititz Lions Halloween Parade

Throughout Downtown Lititz; Prizes awared in four divisions

www.venturelititz.com

Oct. TBD

Ephrata

Jack Frost Parade

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

www.downtownephrata.org

            

NOVEMBER

Nov. 7th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Nov. 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

Nov. 21st

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 28 - Dec 21

Lancaster City

Downtown Lancaster for the Holidays

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events and Downtown Investment District).   Holiday activities include visits with Santa, strolling entertainment, model train display and of course holiday shopping.

www.downtownlancaster.com

Nov. 28th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

Nov. 28

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

Nov. 28th

Lancaster City

Mayor's Tree Lighting & Tuba Christmas

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events and the Downtwon Investment District).   Downtown Lancaster's official start of the holiday season.  Central Market will have evening hours. www.downtownlancaster.com/events.htm

www.downtownlancaster.com

Nov. 28 & 29

 

Lititz

Black Friday Weekend

Shop beautiful, historic downtown Lititz, with many shops, boutiques, restaurants, and more! Many stores will offer extended hours Friday night for late shopping.

www.venturelititz.com

DECEMBER 2008

Dec. 5th

5 PM - 9 PM

Lancaster City

First Friday

First Fridays are a great time to experience downtown Lancaster! Over 90 art galleries and shops extend their hours and stay open to 9:00 PM - some even later!  Join the thousands who enjoy the evening’s artistic energy and fun surprises that make each First Friday special.  For details and the current month’s First Friday newsletter and map, visit www.lancasterarts.com

www.downtownlancaster.com

Thursdays

Dec 4, 11, 18

5 PM - 8 PM

Elizabethtown

Thursday Nite Strolls

Shop & Support Local Businesses

www.etownmainst.com

Dec. 5th

7 PM

Elizabethtown

Holiday Parade

Parade on Market Street. Snow Date to be December 7th at 5 PM.

www.etownmainst.com

Dec 5th & 6th

Fri 5-8 PM

Sat 10am - 4 pm

Lititz

Hometown Christmas Weekend

Tree Lighting & Songfest in Lititz Springs Park.  Santa will arrive on Friday.  On Sat. Santa & Mrs. Claus will take their traditional morning fire engine ride in town. 

www.venturelititz.com

Dec

7, 14, 21, 28

Every Sunday

1 pm - 4 pm

Ephrata

Model Railroad Train Show

19th year of the Short Line Model Railroads Club's miniature trains layout of the PA-Reading Anthracite Lines - 600 ft of double track, designed for showing realistic daily operations.

www.downtownephrata.org

Dec 11

7 pm

Lititz

Carol Sing at the Moravian Church Square

Come enjoy an old-fashioned carol sing and truly feel the spirit of the season.  Refreshments follow inside the Moravian Church social hall.  Free event.

www.venturelititz.com

Dec. 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

Dec. 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

Nov 28 - Dec 21

Lancaster City

Downtown Lancaster for the Holidays

hosted by MOOSE (Mayor’s Office of Special Events and Downtown Investment District).   Holiday activities include visits with Santa, strolling entertainment, model train display and of course holiday shopping.

www.downtownlancaster.com

Dec. 26th

5 PM - 8 PM

Mount Joy

Fourth Friday in Downtown Mount Joy

Always a fun time for the family!

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

www.msmj.org

Dec 31st

Lancaster City

Countdown Lancaster!

Ring in the New Year in Downtown Lancaster.  Over 25 indoor, entertainment venues plus fireworks at midnight.  www.lancasterrec.org.

www.downtownlancaster.com

Dec. 31st

7 pm

Elizabethtown

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

Lowering of M&M

www.etownmainst.com

 

                

 

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