March is in like a lion, out like a lamb, and filled with great things to do in Lancaster, PA! With a variety of shows, events, and a wee bit of Irish luck, this month has plenty for you to do and see around the county.
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Dutch Wonderland opens on March 29th making it the perfect time to visit! Take the kids and head out to the World’s Best Family Park!
The Bunny Brunch | The Stevens School Ballroom | March 30th Kids will love getting lots of one-on-one time with the Easter Bunny himself, including an Easter themed story read-aloud just for them. Bunny busy bags and crafts will keep them happily entertained while the adults get time to sit back, relax, and enjoy a delicious holiday meal.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Bunny Village | Country Barn | March 23rd - 24th & 29th - 30th Enjoy a delicious, hearty Farm-to-Fork buffet breakfast and a photo with the Easter Bunny. Then enjoy time with the many fun activities in Barnyard Kingdom with Bunny Village, including hourly egg hunts. Train rides around our scenic farm will also be available.
Easter Celebration at The Star Barn | Stone Gables Estate | March 23rd Spend this Easter celebrating the greatest gift God has ever given us, Jesus. During the Easter celebration, enjoy egg hunts, a petting zoo, face painting, kids crafts, yard games, food vendors, artisan vendors, endless photo opts, and MORE! NEW this year! Join us in welcoming award-winning, family-focused, musical performer, Steven Courtney!
Easter Bunny Hop Express | Stone Gables Estate | March 29th & 30th Enjoy a hippity-hoppity narrated train excursion through the center of Stone Gables Estate on the Harrisburg, Lincoln & Lancaster Railroad. See and ride on a replica of an 1868 steam locomotive, pulling an 1848 Pioneer Coach, mid-1860s Combine Coach, and our newest 1860s Day Coach. On board the train, children will receive a special surprise visit as it traverses into a fully decorated train shed amassed with Easter characters, displays, and Bunnyland.
4th Annual Community Egg Hunt | Manheim Township Athletic Complex | March 30th The event is family-friendly, and free for all to attend and enjoy. In addition to photo opportunities with the holiday bunny, there will be crafts, egg-themed games, free popcorn, DJ entertainment, and two face painters.
St. Patrick's Day!
Every March Lancaster is home to a wide range of ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. With lively festivities, abundant Irish Restaurants & Pubs, like Annie Bailey's and family-friendly events, there are many opportunities to explore Lancaster’s rich Irish culture.
Wear your favorite green attire and head to these festive St. Patrick’s Day events. Don't forget to head to E&A Candies and pick up some St. Pattie's Day-themed sweet treats!
Planning for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience? Whether you're seeking second-hand goods or looking for local products, Amish Mud Sales features an assortment of items and products with budget-friendly prices.
Amish Mud Sales are a Lancaster County original tradition and refer to annual auctions or sales of Amish goods at a number of local fire companies. The sales attract thousands of people looking for bargains on anything from Amish quilts and antiques to lumber, buggies, and lawn equipment.
Get crafty at Horst Arts! Create your string art, funky journal and so many more fun activities!
Take a class at Lancaster Creative Factory, where you can take a variety of classes ranging from making mugs, bowls, and plates, to hand-building with clay, blowing glass, and even date night classes like glass blowing and wheel throwing.
Enjoy a special treat at one of Lancaster County's cozy and quaint coffee shops when you join our Coffee Trail. Or enjoy the hand-crafted beer, wine, and spirits of Lancaster County with our Craft & Cork Trail. Earn points, save on deals, and win prizes!
All of the passes are free, easy to access on your smartphone, and allow for exploring the regions & towns that makeup Lancaster County.
Celebrate iconic shows, films, manga, and more at Zenkaikon, embarking on an action-packed adventure across the entertainment universe
Dive deeper into your favorite stories and games with guest panels, special screenings, local vendors, and exciting tournaments. Don’t miss out on this special event, where a lively atmosphere and a vibrant community of fellow fans await.
Seeing a live performance is fun at any time of the year, but especially when the winter weather is dreary.
The Addams Family | Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre | February 23rd - March 30th, 2024 America’s quirkiest family comes to life! Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Everything will change on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
9 to 5 | Fulton Theatre | March 1st - March 24th, 2024 Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot!
Daniel | Sight & Sound | March 14th - December 31st Taken from his people, Daniel is exiled far from home in the powerful kingdom of Babylon. Now this faithful servant must navigate his new life inside a palace filled with golden statues and shifting empires. As royal pressures mount, Daniel is faced with a dangerous choice. Will his trust in the one true God remain steadfast through every test of faith?
Mystery | Magic & Wonder Dinner Theater | March 15th - October 28th In this all-new variety magic show, illusionist Brett Myers and his cast explore mysterious worlds such as ancient “Lost Civilizations,” the magic of never growing old in “Neverland,” and the excitement of the “Roaring 1920’s.” You'll also dive into other worlds that keep you guessing such as the mysteries behind a “Masquerade Ball” and the daring escapades of a “Secret Agent.” Join Brett and his cast as they captivate with more large illusions and more dynamic circus arts than ever before
Tuesdays with Morrie | Fulton Theatre | March 29th - April 14th, 2024 The autobiographical story of Mitch Albom, an accomplished journalist driven solely by his career, and Morrie Schwartz, his former college professor. Sixteen years after graduation, Mitch happens to catch Morrie’s appearance on a television news program and learns that his old professor is battling Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Mitch is reunited with Morrie, and what starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage and a last class in the meaning of life.
Head into downtown Lancaster to check out First Friday. First Friday happens on the first of every month and allows you to explore art galleries, see street performances, and more. Similarly, head to downtown Lititz on Second Fridays. Local merchants stay open later, galleries are open, so see dancers and musicians, and check out some dining in this cool small town.
Bring the kiddos with you downtown and head to the Lancaster Science Factory as part of your First Friday and enjoy over 70 interactive exhibits from 5-7pm for free! You can turn First Friday into date night by exploring some nearby dining.
Check out to the Shops @ Rockvale on March 2nd for the Local Makers Market, where you can shop a variety of local makers offering candles, jewelry, soaps, woodworking, sweets and more! This happens the first Saturday of each month, in case you miss out!
