posted Dec 12, 2024

Enjoy Your Retirement in Lancaster, PA

You don't have to slow down just because you're retired! These activities in Lancaster County will get you moving and excited!

Things To Do

Catch a show at one of our incredible theaters! Enjoy a wide range of shows like, classic plays, concerts, magic shows, or an experience with the grandkids. Also make plans to attend the Red Rose International Film Festival held each fall!
Explore our Experience Trails!
Enjoy a train ride at Strasburg Rail Road, Northern Central Railway, Middletown and Hummelstown Railroad, or Reading & Northern Railroad! Most have events and special train rides throughout the year like wine and cheese train, fall foliage, or holiday themes.
Baseball game at the Lancaster Stormers.
Keep up with your town's activities: Mainspring of Ephrata has Wednesday happy hours and first Saturdays! In Venture Lititz shops stay open late the 2nd Friday of each month, and don't miss out on their Farmer's Markets each Thursday! Discover Columbia has many events like outdoor concerts and local fairs happening all year round.
Relax at one of our beautiful wineries.
Enjoy a concert in Long's Park during their summer concert series or attend an event in the park.

Where to Eat

Treat yourself to local favorites like Lombardos, Gracies of West Main, Bulls Head Public House, Fireside Tavern, Black Forest Brewery, and Dienner's Country Restaurant.

Where to Shop

Tanger Outlets including Alfred Dunner and River Street Sweets.
REO Manheim Marketplace - Stop for lunch, shop, and have ice cream all in one place!
The Shops at Kitchen Kettle Village - 40+ shops including Jam & Relish Kitchen and Pepper Lane Fudge (which both offer free samples!) as well as Deerskin Leather Shop, Ten Thousand Villages, and Village Handmade.
September Farm Cheese is a great place to shop and eat.
Shop for a handcrafted piece of Lancaster County at one of our Quilt Shops.
Check out our eclectic art galleries.

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Lancaster County, PA welcomes visitors of all abilities. Visit to discover Lancaster's accessible attractions, lodging options, historical sites, sports, recreational activities and more!

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