Fridays signify more than just the end of a work week—they’re all about fun and entertainment! Did you know that there are events going on every Friday evening of the month in at least one of the towns in Lancaster? If it’s the first or third Friday of the month, be sure to make an appearance in Downtown Lancaster for some live music.
If it’s the second Friday of the month, head over to Lititz for a fun-filled evening including live music. Don't forget to check what Mickey's Black Box is showing this weekend. They have shows during the week too! Luckily it's close to the heart of Lititz so grab a bite before heading to see a stand-out show! Staying the weekend at Hotel Rock Lititz is a must for music-lovers! Be fully immersed in music culture and history for the duration of your stay.
Starting in May through the end of August, The Barn at Paradise Station will host live performances every Thursday at 6 pm.
The Strasburg Rail Road is just a short drive away, so why not spend the day aboard a steam train before heading over to The Barn at Paradise Station for a fun-filled evening. Many of our local restaurants have live music on weeknights too!
Many restaurants in Lancaster also offer live music.
If you're looking for a relaxing way to start your Saturday morning, make plans to enjoy your coffee with live music on the porch at Christiana Historical Society the first Saturday of the month April through November.
Throughout the summer Greenfield hosts summer live music in the park. This free event where all are invited, celebrates the summer season with live music and food trucks. Concerts are held outdoors and are conveniently located right off Route 30, near the Discover Lancaster Visitor Center.
Looking for the perfect way to spend a summer evening in Lancaster County? Live Music Nights at Plain & Fancy Farm are set to become your new Thursday night tradition! Hosted by Smokehouse at Plain & Fancy Farm, these outdoor concerts on the lawn bring together great music, delicious food, and a relaxed atmosphere under the stars.
Grab your significant other and enjoy a date night in the gardens on the third Thursday of each month from 5-8PM. Leave the details to us! Enjoy live, strolling music in a romantic atmosphere with the option to pre-order food and wine or BYOB.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the evening. These free summer concerts are perfect for the whole family. Food vendors will be on-site! Sit back and relax, or dance the evening away! Each concert includes a Beginner Swing Dance Lesson with instructors from Lancaster Swing Dance, in collaboration with the Lancaster Jazz Collective.
Each October, country music fans gather at Overlook Community Campus in Lancaster, PA, for the I-105 FallFest. This beloved festival brings a lineup of rising stars and chart-topping artists to the stage for a day of live music and good vibes.
Lancaster transforms into a music lover’s paradise during the Lancaster Roots and Blues Festival, a 3-day event showcasing an eclectic mix of genres. With performances across multiple venues and stages, festivalgoers can catch nationally acclaimed artists, regional favorites, and local talent—all within walking distance of Downtown Lancaster. Catch the Festival in 2026.
Sep 5 to Sep 7
Riverfront Park 10 N. 2nd St Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 255-3166
Sep 5
Wm. P. Brinton House 107 Green Street Christiana, PA 17509 (717) 314-6593
Sep 5
Mainspring of Ephrata 16 E. Main Street Ephrata, PA 17522 (717) 733-6196
Sep 5
Nissley Vineyards Winery & Estate 140 Vintage Drive Bainbridge, PA 17502 (717) 426-3514
Sep 11 to Sep 13
Wm. P. Brinton House 17 Green Street Christiana, PA 17509 (717) 314-6593
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140 Vintage Drive Bainbridge, Pennsylvania 17502 (717) 426-3514
35 S Willowdale Dr. Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602 (717) 293-9292
900-A W. Main St. Ephrata, Pennsylvania 17522 (717) 271-7274
101 Rock Lititz Blvd Lititz, Pennsylvania 17543 (717) 723-8463
17 Green Street Christiana, Pennsylvania 17509 (717) 384-2709
200 Pennsylvania Ave Mt. Gretna, Pennsylvania 17064 (717) 361-1508
2425 Lincoln Highway East Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17602 (717) 397-7700
312 Paradise Lane Ronks, Pennsylvania 17572 (717) 687-5000
3121 Old Philadelphia Pike Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania 17505 (717) 768-4400
130 West Front Street Marietta, Pennsylvania 17547 (717) 426-2225
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26 W King St. Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17603 (717) 740-5555
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