Name: Rhubarb Festival
Start: 2025-05-17
End: 2025-05-18
Location: Kitchen Kettle Village

Rhubarb Festival

•May 15 & 16, 2026•

Celebrate spring at the Kitchen Kettle Village Rhubarb Festival in Intercourse, PA, one of Lancaster County’s most beloved annual events. Held May 15–16, 2026, this family friendly festival features homemade rhubarb foods, live entertainment, local shopping, and signature activities like the Rhubarb Baking Contest and the world’s only Rhubarb Race Car Derby.

Make your way to the Kitchen Kettle Village in Intercourse, taking in the smell of rhubarb jam wafting in the air and settling into a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re planning a kid-centered itinerary or looking for new ways to appreciate our culinary scene, this festival is a fun event for all ages.

This year, a portion of the proceeds from the Rhubarb Baking Contest and Rhubarb Race Car Derby will directly benefit Lancaster Farmland Trust, an organization that works to preserve Lancaster's valuable farmland.

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When & Where

May 15 & 16, 2026
Kitchen Kettle Village | 3529 Old Philadelphia Pike

Tickets

General Admission: Free | VIP Package: $48 per package + tax and booking fee

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Rhubarb Race Car Derby

Don’t miss the world’s only Rhubarb Race Car Derby! One of the festival’s signature attractions, this lively event invites guests to watch creative rhubarb-inspired cars race down the track. Whether you’re cheering on racers during Friday’s featured race or catching Saturday’s competition rounds, the Rhubarb Derby adds quirky, family friendly fun to this beloved Lancaster County spring festival.

Live Entertainment & Festival Fun

The Rhubarb Festival brings Kitchen Kettle Village to life with live music, strolling entertainers, and crowd-favorite traditions. Guests can enjoy performances throughout the village, interact with fun entertainers, and celebrate the crowning of the Rhubarb King and Queen before Saturday’s festive Rhubarb Stroll through the village. From bluegrass and Dixieland to oldies and one-man-band performances, the festival offers all day entertainment for families, couples, and day trippers looking for a fun spring event in Lancaster County.

Rhubarb Food, Drinks & Sweet Treats

Come hungry for the 2026 Kitchen Kettle Village Rhubarb Festival, where rhubarb takes center stage in all kinds of delicious ways. Visitors can enjoy homemade rhubarb foods including dips, sauces, pies, desserts, and specialty drinks while exploring the village’s shops and eateries. Festivalgoers can also browse rhubarb-themed products like jams, cookbooks, and mixers, making it easy to take a taste of Lancaster County home with you. For anyone searching for rhubarb food in Lancaster PA or a unique Pennsylvania Dutch Country food festival, this event delivers a memorable seasonal experience.

Rhubarb Baking Contest

The Annual Rhubarb Baking Contest returns in 2026, giving bakers the chance to compete in categories including Rhubarb Pie, Rhubarb Cake, and Rhubarb Dessert. Held Saturday morning in the Harvest Café, the contest is both a festival highlight and a fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting Lancaster Farmland Trust. After judging, desserts will be sold by the slice to the public, giving visitors the chance to sample some of the best rhubarb baking in Lancaster County while supporting farmland preservation.

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Where to Stay

Lancaster is a traveling hotspot for a variety of comfortable accommodations, including top-rated hotels, bed-and-breakfast inns, and campgrounds. Whether you’re looking for a place to stay in downtown Lancaster or looking to soak in the spring sunshine at a farm stay, we’ve got you covered with plenty of exceptional options. For a convenient stay, check into the charming rooms of the Inn & Suites at Kitchen Kettle Village.

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Nearby Attractions & Activities

Looking for more ways to expand your rhubarb-filled itinerary? If you’re seeking a unique experience, Barry’s Car Barn is just a five-minute walk from Kitchen Kettle Village. Featuring plenty of iconic and classic cars, this one-of-a-kind museum is a treasure trove of stunning American muscle vehicles. Pencil in another Lancaster activity in your schedule, enjoying one of the must-take tours in the area. Shop ‘til you drop by making an eight-minute drive from the Kitchen Kettle Village to Bird-In-Hand Artisan Village, perusing through plenty of local keepsakes and homeware.

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