Lancaster, PA
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Things to Do in Lancaster, PA

Lancaster, Pennsylvania hosts around 1,100 upcoming events, with roughly 350 scheduled within the next 30 days. Approximately 10% of these listings are free, offering accessible options for residents and visitors alike. The largest category is Theater & Performing Arts, featuring about 750 events, followed by Concerts & Live Music with around 100 dates. Other significant types include Workshops & Classes, Business & Networking, Community & Social gatherings, and Food & Drink experiences. Major venues driving this activity include Sight and Sound Theatres - PA, Fulton Opera House, American Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre, Phantom Power, and Mickey's Black Box. Notable performers with upcoming dates include Jonah, Joshua Live On Stage, The Christmas Show, Annie, and Come From Away. This diverse program serves a city of about 58,000 people founded in 1730, ensuring a steady stream of cultural and social activities throughout the month.

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Weather
66°F · Drizzle · High 73° / low 62°F · 100% precip
Population
58,039 (2020)
Area
19 km²
Elevation
112 m
Founded
1730

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Thu, Nov 5

Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster
7:00 PM · $99 +
Unique Amish Immersion in Lancaster
Discover Lancaster
Community & Social
Lancaster Scavenger Hunt Adventure
7:00 PM · $21 +
Lancaster Scavenger Hunt Adventure
38 Penn Square
Community & Social
First Thursday Jazz with Andy Roberts & Guests
7:00 PM · $11.59 +
First Thursday Jazz with Andy Roberts & Guests
Allen Theatre · 36 East Main Street, Annville, PA 17003
Theater & Performing Arts
BRASS AGAINST
7:00 PM · $24.79 +
BRASS AGAINST
Phantom Power · 121 West Frederick St., Millersville, PA 17551
Concerts & Live Music
Nature Is Only 'Yards Away' Story Slam with F&M!
7:00 PM · Free
Nature Is Only 'Yards Away' Story Slam with F&M!
West Art · 816 Buchanan Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603, USA
Theater & Performing Arts
Linden Hall Presents: Clue (Thursday)
7:00 PM · $0 +
Linden Hall Presents: Clue (Thursday)
Linden Hall School for Girls · 212 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543
Theater & Performing Arts
Josh Baldwin
7:00 PM · See listing
Josh Baldwin
Lancaster Bible College
Community & Social

Fri, Nov 6

Pennsylvania Grand Handmade MarketSold out
2:00 AM · Free
Pennsylvania Grand Handmade Market
100 W. Main St, Lititz, PA 17543 · 100 W. Main St, Lititz, PA 17543
Workshops & Classes
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lancaster – Christmas Open House
8:00 AM · Free
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lancaster – Christmas Open House
301 Rohrerstown Rd · 301 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
Seasonal & Holiday
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lititz – Christmas Open House
8:00 AM · Free
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lititz – Christmas Open House
1050 Lititz Pike · 1050 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543
Seasonal & Holiday
Lancaster History Walking Tour
9:00 AM · $55.20 +
Lancaster History Walking Tour
38 Penn Square · 38 Penn Square, Lancaster, PA 17603
Community & Social
Joshua Live On Stage
3:00 PM · See listing
Joshua Live On Stage
Sight and Sound Theatres - PA · 300 Hartman Bridge Rd
Theater & Performing ArtsJoshua Live On Stage
The 2026 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
3:00 PM · See listing
The 2026 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
American Music Theatre · 2425 Lincoln Hwy East
Theater & Performing ArtsThe Christmas Show
WXPN Funky Friday Dance Party + Live Broadcast!
4:00 PM · Free
WXPN Funky Friday Dance Party + Live Broadcast!
West Art · 816 Buchanan Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603
Concerts & Live Music
Two Dudes Color Mix
5:00 PM · Free
Two Dudes Color Mix
Demuth Museum of Art on Lime · 135 North Lime Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Workshops & Classes
Barre and Beats
6:00 PM · $23.18 +
Barre and Beats
B*Dazzled Dance Studio · 207 Redco Avenue, Red Lion, PA 17356
Sports & Fitness
Emo Night Karaoke
7:00 PM · See listing
Emo Night Karaoke
Tellus 360 · 24 East King Street
Concerts & Live MusicEmo Night Karaoke
COMEDY NIGHT at COLUMBIA KETTLE - ADAMSTOWN
7:00 PM · $15 +
COMEDY NIGHT at COLUMBIA KETTLE - ADAMSTOWN
Columbia Kettle Works IronSpire Taphouse · 2800 North Reading Road, Reinholds, PA 17569
Theater & Performing Arts
Linden Hall Presents: Clue (Friday)
7:00 PM · $0 +
Linden Hall Presents: Clue (Friday)
Linden Hall School for Girls · 212 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543
Theater & Performing Arts
NAILBITE w. Strange Culture, Traverse The Abyss, & Desolation
7:00 PM · $24.79 +
NAILBITE w. Strange Culture, Traverse The Abyss, & Desolation
Phantom Power · 121 West Frederick St., Millersville, PA 17551
Concerts & Live Music
The Goonie's - Movie Night at Gracie's
7:00 PM · $23.18 +
The Goonie's - Movie Night at Gracie's
Gracie's On West Main · 264 West Main Street, Leola, PA 17540
Movies & Film
The Brewery Comedy Tour at Columbia Kettle Works (Adamstown)!
7:00 PM · $17.85 +
The Brewery Comedy Tour at Columbia Kettle Works (Adamstown)!
Columbia Kettle Works IronSpire Taphouse · 2800 North Reading Road, Reinholds, PA 17569
Food & Drink
Shakespeare Histories Ensemble Presents: Henry IV, Part 2
7:00 PM · $15 +
Shakespeare Histories Ensemble Presents: Henry IV, Part 2
St. John's Episcopal Church · 321 West Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Theater & Performing Arts
Joshua Live On Stage
7:00 PM · See listing
Joshua Live On Stage
Sight and Sound Theatres - PA · 300 Hartman Bridge Rd
Theater & Performing ArtsJoshua Live On Stage
The 2026 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
7:30 PM · See listing
The 2026 Christmas Show: Winter Wonderland
American Music Theatre · 2425 Lincoln Hwy East
Theater & Performing ArtsThe Christmas Show
Adrenalize: The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience
8:00 PM · See listing
Adrenalize: The Ultimate Def Leppard Experience
Mickey's Black Box · 101 Rock Lititz Blvd
Concerts & Live MusicAdrenalize
“A Pipe Organ Feast”
8:00 PM · Free
“A Pipe Organ Feast”
First Reformed Church · 40 East Orange Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Concerts & Live Music

Sat, Nov 7

Truth Conference 2026: In Defense of the Bible
8:00 AM · $0 +
Truth Conference 2026: In Defense of the Bible
Lancaster Bible College · 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
Community & Social
Habitat Advocate: Interpretive Hike and Community Science Apps
9:00 AM · $44.52 +
Habitat Advocate: Interpretive Hike and Community Science Apps
102 Chester St · 102 Chester Street, Lancaster, PA 17602
Workshops & Classes
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lancaster - Gourmet Food Sampling
10:00 AM · Free
Stauffers of Kissel Hill Lancaster - Gourmet Food Sampling
301 Rohrerstown Rd · 301 Rohrerstown Road, Lancaster, PA 17603
Food & Drink
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Frequently asked questions about events in Lancaster

How many events are free in Lancaster?
About 10% of the total listings are free. This means roughly one in ten events does not require a ticket purchase.
Which venues have the most upcoming events?
The venues with the highest number of listings are Sight and Sound Theatres - PA, Fulton Opera House, American Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre, Phantom Power, and Mickey's Black Box.
What is the most common type of event?
Theater & Performing Arts is the largest category with about 750 events. Concerts & Live Music follows with approximately 100 dates, while Workshops & Classes account for around 60.
Who are some performers with upcoming dates?
Performers scheduled to appear include Jonah, Joshua Live On Stage, The Christmas Show, Annie, and Come From Away. These acts represent a mix of musical theater and live music performances.