Annual Events
Lancaster is home to some special events! We love when you come back to visit us, so why not plan your annual trip around one these great events?
Spring

Snow Geese at Middle Creek
Visit the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area (WMA), between mid to late February to catch a glimpse of majestic snow geese and tundra swans relaxing at the lake. Thousands of birds use the WMA as a resting place on their returning migration back north, some traveling as far as Canada for nesting.

Rhubarb Festival
Head out to Kitchen Kettle Village for the annual Rhubarb Festival! There are plenty of activities for young and old, families and couples alike. See the fastest rhubarb cars in the world’s only rhubarb race-car derby. Dance down Pepper Lane to live music and interact with fun entertainers. Pay tribute to our very own Rhubarb King & Queen and much more.

FlavorFest
Flavorfest at Mount Hope Estate, PA’s premier wine festival, comes to the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire on Memorial Day Weekend. Enjoy sampling with over 25 wineries and distilleries, along with vendors, unique merchants, and grab-and-go bites at one of the on-site kitchens.

Antiques Extravaganza
Antique Extravaganza is a special event held three times per year: April, June and September, in Adamstown, Pennsylvania. Find dozens of antique shops, including outdoor markets, thousands of dealers, and plenty of local lodging, restaurants and specialty shops in an area known among antique aficionados far and wide at “Antiques Capital USA”.
Summer

Taste of Lititz
A Taste of Lititz is a delicious night out that oozes small town charm. Set on East Main Street and surrounded by historic architecture, the event invites you to try small tastes of our local restaurants’ very best bites. Stroll the closed streets while you eat, drink, and dance the night away.
Fall

Lancaster Balloon Festival
The Lancaster Balloon Festival is a one-of-a-kind event in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Hosted in the village of Bird-in-Hand, PA by Lancaster Balloon Rides, the festival features the mass launch of dozens of big, beautiful balloons, family entertainment, fireworks, delicious food, Amish goods, and even buggy rides!

Fall ArtWalk
Lancaster ArtWalk is a self-guided tour of the downtown galleries in Lancaster city, Pennsylvania. Special exhibitions, meet-the-artist events, children’s activities and live demonstrations are all available for discovery within the bustling independent galleries of Lancaster city. Presented by Lancaster City Art Galleries.

Antiques Extravaganza
Antique Extravaganza is a special event held three times per year: April, June and September, in Adamstown, Pennsylvania. Find dozens of antique shops, including outdoor markets, thousands of dealers, and plenty of local lodging, restaurants and specialty shops in an area known among antique aficionados far and wide at “Antiques Capital USA”.

Harvest Days
A culmination of a year’s worth of hard work, Harvest Days is Landis Valley’s oldest and largest family event. Come for demonstrations, exhibits, live music and activities, as well as horse-drawn wagon rides and a children’s discovery tent. All of this and more are packed into two fun-filled days.
Winter

HersheyPark Christmas Candyland
Get in the holiday spirit at the HersheyparkChristmas Candylane! Experience the excitement of more than 5 million twinkling lights decorating the park, a Chrismtas light show, a visit from Santa and his reindeer plus all your favorite rides and rollercoasters to satisfy your inner adrenaline junkie.

Winter Wonderland
Dutch Winter Wonderland is a fun, family friendly event featuring themed rides, special entertainment, warm holiday drinks, and The Royal Lights Show! Take in thousands of twinkling lights as the kingdom is fully decorated for a truly royal holiday! A Dutch Wonderful season has just arrived!

Christmas Celebrations at Stone Gable Estate
Celebrate Christmas traditions with your loved ones from the comfort of your vehicle. Stone Gables Estate invites you to experience a spectacular 3-mile Christmas Light Drive-Thru which features over 600,000+ brilliant LED lights. Visit the fully decorated Star Barn, the Christkindl Market, enjoy beverages and snacks, meet Santa and his helpers, and more!

Downtown for the Holidays
Explore the magic of the holidays in Lancaster City with special events, unique traditions, and plenty of shopping. From the annual Tree Lighting, Tuba performances, Menorah lightings, and a visit from Santa — find something for everyone and enjoy the city's treasured traditions.

Flight on Ice
This seasonal pop-up attraction will transform the Park City Malls outdoor parking lot into and outdoor skating rink. Perfect spot for groups of all ages, a winter destination you don't want to miss. There will be onsite parking, food and beverages and heated tents for private parties.