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5th Annual Groundhog Day Parade Recap
We here at MOOSE love to have fun in the City of Lancaster. We often attend events around town, and they’re not always our own. That’s why this past weekend I headed over to Rider Avenue for the 5th...
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Lancaster Craft Beerfest Do’s and Don’ts
We’ve previewed some breweries, given away tickets, and now I’m going to let you know the do’s and don’ts of the Lancaster Craft Beerfest. It’s going to be a BEAUTIFUL day (see forecast below!) so...
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Turning the Red Rose City Blue – Lancaster Roots & Blues
The Red Rose City will turn blue February 21-22 when it hosts the first annual Lancaster Roots and Blues, A Festival of Music. Past and present will converge to celebrate true American music styles as...
View ArticleKing Street Seisiún Do’s and Don’ts
New York has Little Italy, San Francisco has Chinatown… and Lancaster has Little Ireland? Home to both Annie Bailey’s and Tellus360, the 000 block of East King Street is the place to go in Lancaster...
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The New Hotel Lancaster
Located in the heart of historic Downtown Lancaster, the Hotel Lancaster has an interesting history of its own. It began as a Grand Hotel with breathtaking architecture in 1914 and then was rebuilt as...
View Article2nd Annual Lancaster Craft Beerfest
2013’s inaugural Lancaster Craft Beerfest was a hit, so it’s no surprise that it will be back for round two on September 6, 2014. This year promises to be bigger and better than the last, with an...
View ArticleAnnie Bailey’s 7th Annual Guinness Oyster Fest
Did you know that Galway, Ireland is home to the oldest oyster festival in the world? In fact, the Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival is most internationally recognized Irish festival...
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Music Friday Spotlight: Silver City Rodeo
Last August, Silver City Rodeo opened for Brooklyn band Zongo Junction on the Binns Park stage for Music Friday. A little over a year later, they are now slated to play their own headlining show on the...
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Central Market Harvest Breakfast
The start of fall conjures thoughts of Sunday football, crunchy leaves, and pumpkin-flavored everything. For those in Lancaster, fall means Harvest Breakfast at the Lancaster Central Market. Thought to...
View ArticleHistoric Lancaster Walk & Talk
One of the most charming things about the City of Lancaster is the adaptive reuse of buildings all over town. High-end apartments now occupy an old tobacco warehouse; a collective of shops are housed...
View ArticleSeptember Music Friday Roundup
Summer is OFFICIALLY over come Tuesday, so it’s appropriate that tonight is the last outdoor Music Friday for the season. We’re hosting Silver City Rodeo in Binns Park for a free concert, but that’s...
View ArticleBlack Friday & Small Business Saturday in Lancaster City
Beat the crowds and ditch the fluorescent lights of the mall this holiday by shopping locally in Lancaster City! Stop in at shops on Black Friday before or after the Mayor’s Tree Lighting & Tuba...
View ArticleValentine’s Day in Lancaster City
Valentine’s Day (or weekend in this year’s case) brings about mixed feelings. Those in relationships often find the day a stressful, but enjoyable time to spend with their significant other. The single...
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2nd Annual King Street Seisiún
On Sunday, March 15, Annie Bailey’s and Tellus360 will host the Second Annual King Street Seisiún from 11 AM to 7 PM. The Seisiún (the Irish word meaning “session”) is an Irish block party celebrating...
View ArticleRenovatio at the Trust Performing Arts Center
The Trust Performing Arts Center will be hosting both the Music For Everyone Community Chorus and the Department of Music at Linden Hall as they perform for an evening on Saturday, March 7. The Music...
View ArticleCreative Works of Lancaster: Absolutely Anything
Keeping local theater vibrant and relevant means supporting new theater, says writer Erich Goldstein. You can do just that this weekend by seeing Goldstein’s new original musical, Absolutely Anything....
View ArticleZenkaikon 2015
From March 27-29, the Lancaster County Convention Center will host Zenkaikon. Zenkaikon is a convention to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of Japanese art, animation, and culture as well as science...
View Article3rd Annual Festival of Voices
The 3rd Annual Festival of Voices will take place throughout the weekend of March 20-22. This celebration of the vocal arts in Lancaster gives singers of every age a venue that helps to simultaneously...
View Article7th Annual LAUNCH Music Conference & Festival
Kicking off the spring and summer concert season with a bang, the 7th annual LAUNCH Music Conference & Festival will take place April 23 through 26 all over Downtown Lancaster. The event brings...
View Article2015 Riddle Quest
Embrace your inner Sherlock Holmes and register for Compass Mark’s Riddle Quest on Saturday, May 2. Riddle Quest is a riddle-based, team scavenger hunt around Downtown Lancaster. The event begins at...
View ArticleEnter to Win Two Tickets to SIP Wine in the Park!
Want to join us in Musser Park this Saturday, May 30 for the inaugural SIP Wine in the Park? Enter your information below for a chance at winning a pair of tickets! Enter by 4 PM EST on Friday, May 29,...
View ArticleEnter to win a pair of tickets to Lancaster Craft Beerfest!
Want to join us in Lancaster Square on Saturday, August 29 for the third annual Lancaster Craft Beerfest? We’re giving away two pairs of tickets! Enter your information below for a chance at winning a...
View ArticleLancaster: Capital for a Day
Most people know that Philadelphia was the nation’s first capital, and even more know that it’s permanent home is now in Washington, D.C. However, many people don’t realize that Lancaster became the...
View ArticleEnter to win tickets to the Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft Fair
The Pennsylvania Guild Fine Craft Fair is a unique, curated American-made craft fair features 100 artists and their one-of-a-kind handmade goods at the Lancaster Convention Center in downtown...
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Taste the World Without Leaving Lancaster
In the fall of 2008, friends of our family treated us to a lovely meal at a small pupuseria* on the edge of downtown Lancaster. After the meal, I chatted with the owner, originally from El Salvador,...
View ArticleRoots & Blues tickets available at the Visitor Center
Lancaster Roots & Blues is right around the corner, and now you can get your tickets at the Lancaster City Visitor Center! The annual music festival brings a broad array of artists to Lancaster...
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Slide the City returns!
The popular event that had everyone talking last summer is back for another round-Lancaster’s very own Slide the City. The world’s largest and most colorful water slide will be making its return on...
View ArticleLuck of the Irish: St. Patrick’s Day 2018
Saint Paddy’s Day is upon us here in Lancaster City and if you’re looking to get into the Irish spirit, look no further than these three establishments! All three local staples will be hosting musical...
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Eat, Drink, and Make Music at the First Ever Key Krawl
In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Keys for The City (the program that places pianos around Lancaster City), Music For Everyone is introducing Lancaster’s first ever Key Krawl! Chances are that...
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10 Ways to Explore Lancaster City from Home
We know staying entertained at home isn’t easy. In an effort to help families stay occupied and in good spirits, Visit Lancaster City put together 10 ways to explore Lancaster City from home. Enjoy!...
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5 Chalk Art Ideas for First Friday: Chalk the Walk
First Friday: Chalk the Walk is Friday, June 5th! Allow your creativity to run wild by joining in the fun and decorating your sidewalk or driveway with chalk art. If you’re looking for some...
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Outdoor Dining Locations in Lancaster City
Lancaster City has officially moved to the yellow phase! You may be wondering, “What does this mean for me?” and “Can I go out to eat now?” The short answer is yes. However, going out to eat will look...
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5 Ways Locals can Explore Lancaster City as a Tourist
Due to COVID-19, many Lancaster families have found themselves stuck at home putting their creativity to the test as they try to invent ways to keep busy. Some have spent days planting and tending to...
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