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Lancaster has a bottomless supply of attractions that stimulate children and adults alike. We Lancasterians are also becoming known for our love of the arts that is displayed ALL OVER Lancaster with Downtown being the epicenter of it all. Here are the top five attractions that are in Lancaster based on ratings that can be found on Tripadvisor.com.
#5 Attraction in Lancaster: Clipper Magazine Stadium in Downtown Lancaster
This year Clipper Magazine Stadium is participating in their 10th season in Lancaster. They are home to the Lancaster Barnstormers, an American professional baseball league that is based right here. When its game on in the Barnstormers stadium there is always fun and excitement radiating through all of Lancaster. There is a a kids park where kids can enjoy inflatables, merry go round and other events as well. Theres food every single which way you look and delicious by the way. To get more information about the Clipper Stadium visit their website.
#4 Attraction in Lancaster: Wheatland in Lancaster, PA
The Wheatland home in Lancaster, PA was once home to President James Buchanan. It allows guests to take a tour in this home that is frozen in time. There are tours that are conducted in the property that allow visitors to take a step into the life of the nations 15th president. To get information about events being held here or to take a look at their visiting hours you can visit the Lancaster Historical Society website.
#3 Attraction in Lancaster: Dutch Wonderland in Lancaster, PA
Dutch Wonderland is a paradise for kids in Lancaster, PA. There are rides, games fun and of course their new exhibit Exploration Island that allow your little paleontologist to go and explore the sand box where ancient dinosaur bones can be found ! The weather is getting warmer so it is definitely time to let the kids get out and play and enjoy their day. Visit the Dutch Wonderland website to get dates and tickets.
#2 Attraction in Lancaster: American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA
The American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA is rated the second best attraction in Lancaster because of all of the traffic that they receive along with the performances that they have there. This summer is full of exciting artists that are making their stop to the American Music Theatre including Sheryl Crow, Chris Young, The Celtic Woman and many more. Visit their website to see all of the dates to showtimes and dates.
#1 Attraction in Lancaster: The Fulton Opera Theatre in Downtown Lancaster
The historic Fulton Opera Theatre in Downtown Lancaster has been recognized as the oldest continuously operating theatre in the United States. The doors to this beautiful building opened up in 1852 initially as a meeting hall and from then on out it has had its share of changes and renovations. For June they are going to be debuting Les Miserables at the theatre and would love for you all to come out and enjoy the show. To get ticket information visit the Fulton Opera Theatre website.
To start planning your trip to PA Dutch Country you can make your reservations with the Fairfield Inn & Suites through our website or call our toll free number at 888-STAY-FFI.
[embedyt]http://youtu.be/sk5uq25UqVE[/embedyt]There are a lot of people that are fascinated by the Amish and their ability to live a simplistic lifestyle in a time where everyone is rushing around. The Amish have maintained true to their spiritual beliefs and shunned out many modern advances that almost everyone uses such as electricity. There is a moment in an Amish childs teen years that they are allowed to venture into the outside world and in the end they choose if they want to follow the Amish faith or if they want to disconnect themselves from it altogether.
Join the Amish Experience Theatre on May 27th for an in-depth explanation to what happens during “Rumspringa”. This event is free and open to the public as it is a learning experience for all who attend. To get more information about this event you can visit the Amish Experience website.
This Memorial Day weekend there will be lots to do in “PA Dutch Country”. Below there is a list of things to do in the area as well as links that can give you more information about the event.
Annual Antiques Show: Chadds Ford, PA
Since 1975 the Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art have been displaying the Annual Antiques show at their museum. Inviting more than 31 of the nations most acclaimed antique collectors from around the US this is an event for someone who loves history and appreciated all of the relics that have been frozen in time. To get more information about this event you can visit their website.
14th Annual 5K run: Wrightsville, PA
Are you a fan of running in scenic backdrops? Well this weekend in Lancaster County is a perfect opportunity for you to do so. This Saturday May 24th the river towns of Lancaster and York county will be hosting the 14th annual 5K run that starts in Wrightsville, PA and runs through the Veterans Memorial Bridge that connects York and Lancaster county. To get more information about the 5K run visit their website.
Bird In Hand Fire Company Chicken BBQ
Saturday May 24th the Bird In Hand fire company will be celebrating this Memorial Day weekend with a chicken barbecue for all to come and enjoy. There will be serving half chickens, potato salad, rolls and more.
The Great Pennsylvania Flavorfest: Manheim, PA
Memorial Day weekend is usually the first times that the grill is taken out of the shed or uncovered from the tarp so it is almost 100% surrounded by FOOD ! Of course the Mount Hope Estate & Winery definitely knows how to bring in the summer with their 7th annual Flavorfest that is held on the grounds of their historic mansion. To get more information visit their website.
The 80’s Relived ! : Downtown Lancaster
Do you still collect all of your 80’s memorabilia and reminisce about going back? Well for ONE night you can ! The Chameleon club in Downtown Lancaster is hosting a 80’s night on Sunday May 25th for all of the people who love(d) the 80’s. Visit the PRiMA Theatre website to get more information.
As you can see there is plenty of things to get into this weekend in Lancaster County so plan your getaway now !
Lancaster, PA is quickly becoming a foodie attraction for visitors and locals alike. There are countless amount of restaurants in the Downtown area that are all easily accessed by foot and plenty of variety to choose from. French, Hispanic, Asian, Vegan the list goes on and on !
Not only is there the eclectic mix of food in Downtown Lancaster but there are also the always loveable staples that can be found in and around Lancaster. There are the always satisfying Amish classics like Millers Smorgasbord, Plan & Fancy, Shady Maple Smorgasbord and Bird-In-Hand Family Restaurant that can be found on Old Philadelphia Pike in Lancaster. The “Gateway to Philadelphia”. Alongside Old Philadelphia Pike is Rt 30/ Lincoln Highway that has flourished in the last couple of decades, with new restaurant chains popping up almost every year !
The small town of Lititz, PA, voted America’s coolest small town in 2013, has also become a very prosperous town in recent years. It is like a mini Lancaster with a lot of restaurant and shops within walking distance of each other as well as a beautiful picturesque old town feel. Visit the Lititz, PA website to learn more.
You can visit the PA Dutch Country website to see a complete list of restaurants in the Lancaster County area.
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This year marks the 30th annual celebration of Rhubarb in the small village of Intercourse in Lancaster County, PA. There are going to be activities for young and old to partake in from the Rhubarb car races to the rhubarb baking contest. Rhubarb, rhubarb and MORE rhubarb it will literally be everywhere on this special event that lasts from May 16th-17th at the Kitchen Kettle Village in Intercourse, PA. This is a family friendly event that everyone is invited to join in and guaranteed to make your day fun and sweet.
Click HERE for an event schedule !
Visit their website to get more information about the event so that you and your loved ones can come out to Lancaster County to celebrate !
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Lancaster, PA has been ranked the 3rd greatest city in the state of Pennsylvania !!
Click on the link below to see the complete article and list of the top 10 greatest cities in Pennsylvania.
http://www.movoto.com/blog/top-ten/greatest-city-in-pennsylvania/
[embedyt]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBmOK6IG-Lo&feature=youtu.be[/embedyt]Lancaster, PA is known as PA Dutch Country because of the dense Amish population that can be found here. The Amish are a religious group, closely related to Mennonite beliefs, that shun all types of modern technology and live a very simple lifestyle. It is astounding how in modern times this group of people have held on to their beliefs and in doing so have manage to carve out a beautiful landscape of Lancaster. If it were not for the Amish this county would not look the way it does today with the beautiful acres upon acres of fields that quilt the landscape with tans and green that are especially beautiful during the Summer months. There are all kinds of tours and museums that are open for the public to get a glimpse of the life inside of the Amish community and below are a few links to these wonderful attractions.
Buggy Rides
Amish Museums
Hands-on Amish Activities
To get a full list of activities and attractions to see in Lancaster County you can visit the PA Dutch Country website.
Every Summer Longs Park hosts the Summer Music Festival and this year has already begun ! Concerts will take place every Sunday at 7:30pm sharp in the Ampitheatre every Sunday and families are invited to come on out and bring their lawn chairs, blankets and coolers full of good stuff to enjoy this wonderful display of musical talents. This event is free to the public and also includes free parking. There are plenty of playgrounds for families to take their children to while still being able to enjoy the music coming from the Ampitheatre. Along with having playgrounds dotted all over the park there is also a lake that thrives with life ! There are Mallard and Wood ducks as well as Koi fish, Catfish and many other fish in the Carp family.
Longs Park is close to Rt. 283 & 30 as well as other major roads in Lancaster County that connect it to the small towns and villages that are scattered throughout Lancaster. Visit the Summer Music Series website to see all of the weekends artists that are going to be playing.
You can also take a look at some of the special events that take place in Longs Park that include the 61st Annual Sertoma Chicken Barbecue that takes place on May 17th and the Independence Day fireworks display that will take place on July 6th this year.
Shrek ! The musical is coming to Lancaster, PA from May 15- June 21, 2014. The BIG romance comedy takes the stage at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster, PA to tickle the tummies of young and old. Join the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in this wild ride of fun and love as the “monstrous” Shrek tries to win the love of Princess Fiona with his “stallion” Donkey in the renaissance fair times. Almost everyone has had the opportunity to see this love story come together in the movies but in person with real live people the experience is fascinating and extraordinary and truly an experience that all will enjoy alongside a delicious buffet of food that attendees can enjoy. To see what all is in store for guests you can visit the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre website and take a look at their complete menu for this production as well as a brief summary of the play.
Hurry before tickets sell out to this family friendly show !!
Taste the World is an event that happens monthly for a limited number of months in Downtown Lancaster that allows participants to enjoy flavors from around the world in select restaurants located within a 5 block radius. There’s Irish, Cambodian, Spanish food and much much more variety to visit while on this wonderful walking “tour” of the eclectic restaurants in Lancaster that’ll literally give you a Taste of the World.
This Friday May 9th there will be 8 restaurants in total serving their best soups & sandwiches, the theme for this weekend.
Annie Baileys located right down the block from Penn Square will be serving Onion Bisque(a savory blend of sweet onions, leeks, Irish ale and a touch of cream.
The Commonwealth on Queen will be serving an Asparagus soup shot with a ham and cheese panini.
Khoms Eggroll Paradise (Their eggrolls are AMAZING!!) located on James St will be serving their Catfish Soup with winter melon and pineapple.
La Cocina Restaurant will be serving “Asopao”, a spanish rice soup with chicken.
La Dolve Vita Courthouse Bakery will be serving an Italian panini with prosciutto,salami, mortadella plus provolone cheese, arugula, tomatoes and olive oil.
La Petite Patisserie will be serving delectable chocolate chip cookies sandwiched together with fluffy buttercream.
Spyro Gyros on Queen St will be serving Abolemono Soup. It is a chicken soup cooked with lemon and orzo pasta.
Willie James Soul Food Downtown will be serving a pulled pork sandwich with house mango barbeque sauce.
All of these soups and sandwiches sound amazing and with a tour of Downtown Lancaster, why not go ?!
To reserve your spot for this cool and fun event visit the Taste of Lancaster website or visit the Taste of Lancaster Facebook page and get ready to have a party in your mouth !
