May

The Choo Choo Barn is a true work of art, built by one family over the last 60 years. Our ever-changing display is located along Route 741, just east of Strasburg. Measuring over 1,700 square feet, the Choo Choo Barn display is home to scenes right out of Lancaster County and America.

Visit their website www.choochoobarn.com

Get your first taste of Hershey at HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD attraction! Start your visit on our FREE HERSHEY'S GREAT AMERICAN CHOCOLATE TOUR ride, complete with your own FREE HERSHEY'S product sample. Open daily, year round, a visit to HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD attraction means chocolate fun for everyone!

ZooAmerica Open Year-Round

Winter is a great time to visit ZooAmerica. With the zoo being home to more than 200 animals of 75 species, it is when our animals are most active. For operating hours and ticket prices, visit ZooAmerica's website.

 Join us for a trip down memory lane as we re-create popular culture items alongside popular cars of the 1950s-1970s. What images do the 50s, 60s and 70s conjure up for you? Poodle Skirts, Elvis Presley, Drive-In movies, diners, sock hops, The Beatles, Peace Signs, Jimi Hendrix, Black Lights, The Monkeys, Smokey and the Bandit, Grease, Saturday Night Fever, Game Shows, Disco Balls, Magic 8 Balls and much more!

Visit the AACA Museum website for more information and ticket prices.

Taste the flavors of Pennsylvania at the Great Pennsylvania FlavorFest, an all-encompassing showcase of Pennsylvania’s unique cuisines and the region’s cultural diversity. Not just your average food and wine festival, FlavorFest will dish up a delicious array of the state’s culinary and wine offerings and the finest in artisan crafts. Enjoy cooking demos; a variety of workshops presented by industry leaders; tasting and sales of the area’s finest wine and regional foods; live music and much, much more! Free Admission, Free Parking, Free Tasting!

http://www.parenfaire.com/flavorfest.html

Get ready for an evening of oohs and ahhs, as Longwood Gardens presents spectacular fireworks and fountains shows guaranteed to make your summer memorable.

Mark your calendars for these 2013 shows (beginning at 9:15 pm unless otherwise noted):
May 25, July 3 & 20, August 17 & 31, and September 14

June

The Demuth Museum will host its 29^th Annual Demuth Garden Tour during the second weekend in June. The “House and Garden Tour” will grant visitors access to both the home and garden of distinctive Lancaster residences. Intertwined with the history of the last three centuries, the rich variety of Lancaster architecture will provide the backdrop for our hosts’ creative expression in gardening, as well as in interior design, restoration and remodeling projects, and art and antique collecting. For more information and pricing, please call 717-299-9940.

Join Thomas the Tank Engine, a full-sized, operating steam locomotive, as he chugs into town with his friends for train rides, storytelling, live music, and more fun for kids! Lots of activities and Thomas merchandise. Visit the Strasburg Railroad website for more information.

Fáilte! Croeso! Dynnargh! Failt Erriu! Bienvenue! Benvidos! Welcome to the Celtic Fling & Highland Games on the Grounds of Mount Hope Estate & Winery and the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.

Throughout the centuries, the tradition and charm behind the music, dance and stories of the Celtic peoples have captivated the world. The contributions of the Irish, Scots Welsh, Cornish, Manx, Bretons, and Galecians/Asturians not only fill libraries and castles but also pubs, homes and our hearts. The Celtic Fling & Highland Games, as an unbridled celebration of Celtic Culture, offers a first-hand tour of these compelling cultures as it salutes both traditional and contemporary Celtic heritage.

Everyone’s favorite dragon is having a birthday party, but he doesn’t know it! Duke thinks he’s coming to the Lagoon for a special performance, but little does he know that all of his friends will be gathered to surprise him with a birthday party. Expect treats, games and FUN!

• Duke’s (surprise) birthday party is included in your admission to Dutch Wonderland on Wednesday June 26

Antique Extravaganza is a special event held three times per year,
April, June and September, in Adamstown, Pennsylvania.
Along 7 miles of Route 272 in Northern Lancaster County
you will find dozens of antique shops, including outdoor markets and thousands of dealers.

July

Enjoy the 196th Continuous 4th of July Celebration since 1818. Thursday, July 4th, at Lititz Springs Park. Entrance fee will be charged. Entertainment all day, Baby Parade, Games, Food Court, Queen of Candles Pageant, over 5,000 candles illuminated, hi-tech fireworks with synchronized sound.For additional information please call 717.626.8981

While you're planning a family fun night during Fourth of July celebrations, you should definitely consider the fun for all ages that happens at the festival for the Old Fashioned 4th of July at Musser Park in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. An Independence Day celebration held in Musser Park with food, games, crafts, entertainment and fun. 

http://www.musserpark.org/

August

One of the region's premiere aviation events, Community Days is filled with fun for the entire family. Stroll among vintage and modern civilian and military aircraft, support local and national community organizations, take a plane or helicopter ride, enjoy great food and be thrilled by Saturday's air show.

It’s that time of year again to visit the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire every weekend starting August 3rd, 2013 till October 27th, 2013 from 11am to 8pm. Thirty-five acres of jousting knights and royal delights await as hundreds of colorfully-costumed characters in an authentic recreation of a 16th century English Village complete with dozens of authentic Tudor buildings. Musical performances, magic acts, fire-breathing, puppet shows, live jousting, and much more. Enjoy period foods, micro-brewed ales and a variety of wines from 23 Royal Kitchens and shop from merchants. Just so much entertainment to enjoy

Kids of all ages will enjoy this birthday bash for Yummie, the Kitchen Kettle Village mascot. Join our overstuffed gingerbread man and all his zany friends as we celebrate a truly scrumptious day in Pa Dutch Country. Yummie’s Birthday Party is best suited for children 10 years old and under.

Experience one of America’s leading fine art and craft shows. The four-day long Long’s Park Art & Craft Festival takes place each Labor Day weekend in a beautiful city park on the edge of Downtown Lancaster. Showcasing 200 top artists and craftspeople from across the United States, Canada and beyond, the show juries applications from more than 1,000 annually. All proceeds benefit the free Long’s Park Summer Music Series.

September

The Most Delicious Day in Lancaster County! The annual Whoopie Pie Festival at Hershey Farm features more than 100 different Whoopie Pie flavors and is held at the Hershey Farm Restaurant & Inn, located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

Who can resist rich, creamy icing spread between two soft, delicious cakes? They’ve been a favorite Lancaster County confection for years. And now the Whoopie Pie isn’t just for eating!

Join Thomas the Tank Engine, a full-sized, operating steam locomotive, as he chugs into town with his friends for train rides, storytelling, live music, and more fun for kids! Lots of activities and Thomas merchandise.

Location: Strasburg Railroad Rt. 741 East, Lancaster County, PA

At Kitchen Kettle therewill be plenty of activities for young and old, families and couples alike. See the sports-themed scarecrows throughout the village and vote for your favorite. Savor a tasty sample of homemade tailgate foods at one of our cooking demonstrations or sampling tables. Tap your toes to a Dixieland Band. Compete at our Pumpkin Whoopie Pie Filling Contest.

Don't miss the Tailgate Games area on Saturday including a dunk tank, tailgate toss, pumpkin bowling & face painting and the Tailgate Parade at noon featuring the Pequea Valley Band and more!

GPS Address
3529 Old Philadelphia Pike (Route 340)
Intercourse, PA 17534

Antique Extravaganza is a special event held three times per year,
April, June and September, in Adamstown, Pennsylvania.
Along 7 miles of Route 272 in Northern Lancaster County
you will find dozens of antique shops, including outdoor markets and thousands of dealers.

October

The Eastern Division AACA National Fall Meet takes place each year during the 1st full week in October. The Hershey Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) began hosting the show in 1955 and has done so each year since then.

The meet is located in Hershey, PA on the grounds and parking lots surrounding Hersheypark and The Giant Center. Hershey is considered one of the largest antique automobile shows and flea markets in the United States.

November

We’re transforming the galleries of the Antique Automobile club of America Museum into a spectacular winter wonderland featuring Christmas trees through the ages adorned with period decorations. Toys for kids from 1-92 will fill our Cammack Gallery with exotic cars, Hot Rods, Hot Wheels, Hess Trucks, Dolls, Pedal Cars and much more

All Aboard as trains, trains and more trains will abound throughout all levels o the Museum! Our classic Roads to Rails model train display will again feature multiple trains, including Thomas the Tank Engine – a family favorite. Sammy the Snow Plow will be back for the holidays this year! Sammy is our 1967 four wheel-drive Walter snowplow weighing in at more than 21 tons and 29 ½ ft. in length. Sammy loves the cold weather so you’ll find him outside on the Museum grounds.

Visit the website for more information.

Join Thomas the Tank Engine, a full-sized, operating steam locomotive, as he chugs into town with his friends for train rides, storytelling, live music, and more fun for kids! Lots of activities and Thomas merchandise.

Location: Strasburg Railroad Rt. 741 East, Lancaster County, PA

Santa’s Paradise Express is pulling in to Strasburg Rail Road to celebrate Christmas. Meet Santa, his helpers and musicians on a 45-minute steam train ride.

Location

Strasburg Rail Road Rt. 741 East 301 Gap Road Strasburg, PA 17572

December