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Summer First Friday Artisan Markets
Lancaster Art Vault 100 North Queen Street, LancasterArtists, Crafters, Artisans and Visitors – Join in the First Friday celebrations at Lancaster Art Vault! We will be hosting a Artisan Market every First Friday from May-October, 2025 outside, under the eaves of the building from 5-8PM. Stop by and shop local artisans, crafters and artists!
EPC Golf Outing
Crossgates Golf Club 1 Crossland Place, MillersvilleEPC's annual Golf Outing is back on June 6th for the 18th year! Grab your golfing buddies and join EPC and Good Samaritan Services for an event that promises friendly competition, raffle items, a gift card gamble, and more! All proceeds benefit Good Samaritan Services and its mission to respond compassionately to those facing or […]
5th Annual Linden Hall Community Yard Sale
Linden Hall School for Girls 212 E Main St, LititzYou're invited to Linden Hall's 5th Annual Community Yard Sale, which will occur Friday, June 6, 8:00 am–1:00 pm on campus. Shop tables from multiple sellers during this annual extravaganza! Want to be a seller? Pre-register at LHGirls.org/yardsale25 by Monday, May 26. Sellers should plan to arrive at 7:30 am for setup. Questions? Want to […]
LPL Open Late: First Friday
Lancaster Public Library 151 N. Queen Street, LancasterMake Lancaster Public Library part of your First Friday evening plans! Downtown Lancaster springs to life on the First Friday of each month. Art galleries, studios, museums, restaurants, shops, AND LIBRARIES in downtown Lancaster stay open late while people head out to enjoy the festive atmosphere, dining, art, and entertainment. Register for a library card, […]
“Between Land and Light” – Guest Artist Show
Lancaster Art Vault 100 North Queen Street, LancasterStep into a world where nature's raw beauty meets artistic imagination in "Between Land and Light," at Lancaster Art Vault. This exhibition celebrates the transformative power of the natural world, bringing together a diverse range of works, each reflecting unique interpretations of the natural environment. Each piece in “Between Land and Light” explores the dynamic […]
Tales From The Shadows: A Cryptid & Paranormal Weekend at Decades
Decades Lancaster 438 North Queen Street, LancasterTales From The Shadows: A Cryptid & Paranormal Weekend at Decades will feature authors, special guests, themed food & drink, monster merch, family-friendly fun, and more!
Art in the Garden
First Reformed Church 40 East Orange Street, LancasterOn First Friday, June 6, the public is invited to stroll through the gardens and watch local artists at work or shop for a work of art that catches the eye at a free plein air event in the courtyard of First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The event will be […]
First Friday at Vine Bar
Vine Bar 237 North Prince Street, LancasterKick off the weekend with our first-ever small plate special— locally made cheese focaccia + olive tapenade— will be delicious paired with a refreshing Limoncello Spritz! All Spritz proceeds this weekend will benefit L’Italia Festival of Lititz (coming Sept 13!).
Ron Ettelman: Gateway to the Unknown
David Lyall Home & Design 241 North Prince Street, LancasterWhy this title? Every collage, assemblage, sculpture and painting begins with an impulse, a notion. A piece of paper, and object separated from its original function or a background worthy of art is a beginning, a gateway. I work with no mind or goal. I put myself on the shelf. It seems that I assist […]
Echoes of the Lens: An Echo Valley Art Group Exhibition, First Friday Opening Reception
curio. Gallery & Creative Supply 106 West Chestnut Street, LancasterCurio is honored to host the members of The Echo Valley Art Group in this very special exhibition. In celebration of their 80th anniversary, the members have come together to create a “Print Portfolio” highlighting the unique visual sensibilities of each member while working inside a set of parameters. Each print is to be eight […]
KelSas Sweet Box – First Friday Vendor Pop-Up
KelSas Sweet Box 25 North Prince Street, LancasterFirst Friday Small Biz Pop-Up at KelSas Sweet BoxFriday, June 6, 2025 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMKelSas Sweet Box 25 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA (located across the street from Fulton Theatre) KelSas Sweet Box is teaming up with local businesses to host an exciting and interactive First Friday pop-up in downtown Lancaster. This family-friendly […]
POP-UP ART SHOW
Lancaster Gift Box - Productions 317 N. Queen St., LancasterThe team at Lancaster Gift Box is turning our former retail space into something a little different next weekend—and you’re invited ✨ Join us for a special First Friday pop-up art show featuring the work of three bad-ass local artists: 🎨 @janetsmedleyart – mixed media on panels 🎨 @dougandersonart Anderson – printmaking and acrylic on […]
Covenant Chocolate Chip Cookie Concerts
Covenant United Methodist Church 110 North Mulberry Street, LancasterDoors are open; fresh homemade cookies waiting; and the music of The Lancaster Flute Ensemble will fill the air. Join us at 6pm to start your First Friday fun. Large parking lot beside the church on W Orange St. Also featuring artists, Sandy Leonard and Joanne McIlvaney
Springhouse Art and Music Series
Spring House Brewing Company 209 Hazel Street, LancasterJoin Music For Everyone and Springhouse Brewing to celebrate a new artist, musician, and brew each month! Live music at 7 pm every 1st Friday at 209 Hazel Street!
Acts of Welcome: CWS Lancaster Benefit Concert
Ware Center 42 North Prince Street, LancasterJoin us in supporting CWS Lancaster, a local nonprofit organization that serves the refugee and immigrant communities of Central Pennsylvania, with a benefit concert featuring local Lancaster-area musicians. At 6:30 p.m. in Steinman Hall, join Ever Sandoval, Liz Fulmer, Julia Jordan Kamanda, Kelly Buchanan, Willie Marble, Corinna Joy, The Fetlock and Leanza Duo, Jen Lobo […]
Lancaster Stormers Game
Penn Medicine Park 650 North Prince Street, LancasterCome join us for a fun-filled night at Penn Medicine Park. Help us support our local baseball team, the Lancaster Stormers!
Servant Stage Company’s SWING!
Lancaster Alliance Church 210 Pitney Road, LancasterSWING! is a high-energy Broadway musical that celebrates the vibrant dance and music style of swing, a genre that became popular in the 1930s and '40s. Featuring a series of dance numbers rather than a traditional narrative, the show highlights the athleticism and excitement of swing dancing, from jitterbug to lindy hop. With music ranging […]
“Organic Reflections: Sounds of Summer”
First Reformed Church 40 East Orange Street, LancasterOrganist Larry Hershey will present a free 30 minute concert at 8 PM on First Friday, June 6 at First Reformed Church, 40 E. Orange Street, in downtown Lancaster. The program, “Sounds of Summer,” will include “Wedding Processional” (Te Deum) by Marc Antoine Charpentier, “Fountain Reverie” by Percy Fletcher, and “Fanfare in D” by Jacques-Nicolas […]
First Friday at J. Hilburn Studio
J. Hilburn Studio 34 N. Queen Street, Lancaster✨ First Friday plans? We’ve got you covered. Join us this Friday, June 6, from 5–7:30 PM in our downtown Lancaster studio for a relaxed evening of style, community, and fun extras from some amazing local creatives: 💎 Jewelry with Sara Gallo 📸 A fun photo booth by Nick Gould Photography 💆 Hand paraffin waxes […]