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Exhibit Opening: Conversations with Green
Third Story Art 44 North Christian Street, Suite 300, LancasterJoin us at Third Story for the opening of "Conversations with Green. This exhibit, celebrating the many shades of green in concert with other hues, is perfect for the month of May when Lancaster is at its most verdant. The artists featured in this show include: Amelia Cordova, Barbara J. Hart, Dae Hong Kim, Heidi […]
Nature Magnified by Resident Artist, Melissa Zane
Lancaster Art Vault 100 North Queen Street, LancasterNature Magnified is a collection of large-scale acrylic paintings that focus on the individual aspects of the natural world. This series enhances the design elements that make up their larger wholes by exploring color, texture, and light. Each piece takes on a life of its own from inception to unanticipated outcomes, depicting my unique interpretation […]
”Immature Content” by Resident Artist Brad Maurer
Lancaster Art Vault 100 North Queen Street, Lancaster"Immature Content" — A Solo Exhibition by Brad Maurer First Friday, May 2nd – May 31st Lancaster Art Vault is proud to present "Immature Content," a solo show by resident artist Brad Maurer, featuring a collection of cartoons drawn over the years that are sharp, silly, and unapologetically irreverent. With a style that’s as offbeat […]
6x10B Drawing Invitational at curio. Gallery & Creative Supply
curio. Gallery & Creative Supply 106 West Chestnut Street, LancasterJoin us for May First Friday as we continue the celebration of the 6x10B Drawing Invitational exhibition! Participating Artists: Matt Allyn Chapman Dorothy Frey Jeff Geib Evan Kitson Jason Ward Zane York In October of 2023 we held an exhibition of drawings all focused around the use of the 6H pencil. Inspired by William de […]
Lancaster Stormers Opening Day
Penn Medicine Park 650 North Prince Street, LancasterWellSpan Health Fun Friday presents the 2025 Home Opener as Stormers Baseball returns to Penn Medicine Park on Friday, May 2nd! Join us as we kick off the 2025 season with an electric atmosphere, great baseball, and non-stop entertainment! Expect A T-shirt Giveaway to the first 1,000 fans 18+ presented by Hess’s Barbecue! Exciting on-field […]
Covenant Chocolate Chip Cookie Concert Series
Covenant United Methodist Church 110 North Mulberry Street, LancasterCovenant May through December First Friday concerts start with a Lancaster favorite. The Sounds of Roses will "swing" into the season with a Big Band sound filled with Jazz, Rock and Swing. Enjoy free parking and our famous homemade chocolate chip cookies. Starts at 6 PM, after our concert, leave your car and walk downtown […]
We the People May First Friday
Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, LancasterWe 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. No tickets required. Performance: Xiaochi ("Small eats") 6:30 p.m. | Steinman Hall | Step into the world of Xiaochi! Live food demonstrations will […]
First Friday at Ville & Rue
Ville & Rue 8 W. King Street, Suite 816, LancasterWe will be featuring some new glassware while serving Margaritas and having small bites!
Lancaster Stormers Game
Penn Medicine Park 650 North Prince Street, LancasterCome enjoy a fun-filled night out at Penn Medicine Park. Help support our local baseball team, Lancaster Stormers!
“Organic Reflections: Seasonal Encores”
First Reformed Church 40 East Orange Street, LancasterOrganist Larry Hershey will perform a program of “Seasonal Encores,” a free 30 minute concert celebrating events in May, at 8 PM on First Friday, May 2 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The program will include "'The Riders' from Suite in E Major" by Georg Muffat, "'La Bamba' from […]
Keel Salon Grand Opening
keel salon 147 E King Street, lancasterGet ready, Lancaster City—Keel Salon is opening its doors to celebrate with a two-day event you won’t want to miss! Step into our space and soak up the energy: 🎶 Join us on First Friday for live music, flash tattoos, permanent jewelry, boutique piercings, a lip gloss bar, and local shops. 🎉 On Saturday, enjoy […]