Christmas Events
Stone Gables EstateGet into the spirit of Christmas at Stone Gables Estate. Ride on the Santa Express Train, enjoy a dazzling drive-thru light show, discover their Christmas Village at Ironstone Ranch, and stroll around the National Christmas Center. There's so much to enjoy this holiday season!
Bring your leftover pumpkins to Cherry Crest Adventure Farm and see how many ways you can destroy at their Pumpkin Madness Festival Smash, throw, bowl, and carve pumpkins and enjoy pumpkin events including a pumpkin drop and fireworks.
Do the same at Country Barn for their Pumpkin Demolition Day! Smash pumpkins and shoot them out of a cannon! Don't worry animals will pick up the pieces!
Eastland Alpacas invites you to their Annual Fall Open House! “Get up Close and Personal” with over 80 alpacas. Feed the Alpacas, visit with a newborn cria, take a wagon ride, learn about alpacas, and more!
The Red Rose International Film Festival works with local organizations and creatives to showcase diverse filmmakers from around the world. Attendees will enjoy a variety of shorts, documentaries, and feature-length films, bringing global perspectives to the Lancaster community.
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North Museum of Nature & Science and Millport Conservancy’s joint annual fundraising event celebrating the wonders of environmental science and the outdoors. Fall Fest has games, activities & experiments, reptile petting zoo, nature walks, veteran recognition, food truck, tasting room, and more!
Stop at our roadside stands and farmers markets to pick your very own, without having to go into the fields. While you're there grab some local produce, seasonal baked goods and homemade crafts & wares.
Authentic PA Dutch
Miller’s Restaurant, Smorgasbord & BakeryPlan a trip to Miller's Smorgasbord to enjoy delicious PA Dutch delicacies. Whether your celebrating the holidays with family, picking up bakery items, or just stopping in for a warm and hearty meal, you're sure to find something you enjoy at Millers.
Enjoy 10+ activities and 20+ rides at Dutch Winter Wonderland. Here's what's happening that make this holiday event more festive! Have cookies with Santa, explore Merlin’s Magical Forest, walk through illumination lane, dance around with Dutch WonderBand and Duke and sing a carol with Chris-Mouse!
Make the most of the holiday season with festive fun, cozy charm, and magical moments throughout Lancaster County.
Whether you're visiting for a family-friendly getaway, a romantic retreat, or simply looking to escape for a weekend of holiday cheer, Lancaster County offers some of the most memorable seasonal experiences in Pennsylvania. From twinkling lights and nostalgic train rides to boutique shopping and hidden gem experiences, here are must-do activities to add to your holiday itinerary.
Find the perfect gift for all those in your life, from the adventurer to those that appreciate a hand-made gift.
From Secret Santa gifts to a special something for your special someone, it can be tough to find the item that will make the recipient smile. Never fear! We’re here to help. We’ve collected a few idea from across the county for you to consider.
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Join The Lancaster County Brew Trail for free to access a local's guide to locally made craft beer, or join the Sweet & Salty Trail to find chocolates, donuts, soft pretzels and more.
Both trails are active until December 31, 2025.
When you've earned enough points, head over to the Discover Lancaster Visitors Center to pick up special prizes!
Discover the small towns and Downtown of Lancaster County with experiential scavenger hunts! All scavenger hunts are completely free to download and focused on one town in Lancaster County.
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Lancaster is home to many amazing theatres, check out some shows happening this month!
Don't miss out on seeing a concert in Lancaster! American Music Theatre hosts a ton throughout the year, and Mickey's Black Box, Lititz Shirt Factory and The Trust Performing Arts Center hosts a plethora of concerts.
Just outside of the county is Giant Center in Hershey, which hosts big-name acts.
Take the day and hang out and enjoy a playwright at Grenta Theatre or see a traditional movie at Reel Cinemas Lancaster!
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Arriving in Amish Country allows you to step back in time to enjoy a slower, more peaceful pace – one where the horse & buggy remains a primary form of transportation for the Amish Community, and where windmills dot the landscape, providing power harnessed from nature.
Experience Amish Culture in Lancaster by riding in a horse and buggy, dining at an Amish-owned restaurant, or taking an immersive tour of farms and homes.
Since its founding in 1729, Lancaster has had a rich and varied history. On September 27, 1777 Lancaster hosted the Second Continental Congress and was even the U.S. capital for one day! Lancaster County also played a key role in helping freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Here are historical events that are happening around the county this month:
This free experience allows locals and visitors to step back in time and learn about the history of grain milling and early rural family life at the Mascot Roller Mills and Ressler Family Home. It's a great place to take the kids and have them get hands-on learning experience.
Join The Felted Fox for their Free Afternoon Crafts and their Free Storytime & Crafts! The Felted Fox is acozy craft shop offering a selection of craft kits, yarn, supplies, and charming handmade gifts.
Head into Lancaster City for First Friday! Peruse local shops and galleries, and be wowed by live music and entertainment. On First Fridays, the Lancaster Science Factory offers their over 70 exhibits for free for K-8. Visit Decades on First Friday on November 7 for the Writeface Gallery.
Every Thursday in May until the end of October Lititz Springs Park will be hosting the Lititz Farmers Market. There will be fresh produce, baked goods, live music, and different food truck vendors each week. The Farmers Market celebrates the locally made and grown foods of Lancaster County.
We the People First Friday features community-centered performances and exhibits that represent the great mosaic of Lancaster and beyond with genres as diverse as our nation! FREE and open to the public.
Similarly, you can head to the small town of Manheim for First Thursday and head to downtown Lititz for Second Saturdays, or Elizabethtown for Second Fridays.
Head to Ephrata for the Mainspring's 4th Wednesday Happy Hour! Enjoy live music and food trucks; bring friends, family, and neighbors! If you can't make it on Wednesday then head to for their First Saturday.
Join the Artisan Mill Co. at The Shops @ Rockvale for their First Saturday events each month.Shop over 170 small businesses in their store!
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