If you’re looking for a great place to visit, look no further than Lancaster County, Pa.! Year after year, the accolades pour in for this diverse county that is known for its food, culture, history, nature and industry.
And if you’re in the area, pencil in a visit to Lancaster Bible College, either for the upcoming open house for high school students and their families, or to catch an event in Good Shepherd Chapel or The Trust Performing Arts Center.
If you’re a sports fan, there’s lots of action across LBC’s Charger sports teams, too. See schedules, player highlights and game scores at lbcchargers.com.
Locally, the surrounding area is home to a rich lineup of events, observations, places to visit and award-winning venues and restaurants. Here are just a few ideas for your next visit to Lancaster County:
Lancaster City
Check out what’s happening in Lancaster City. There are always events surrounding art, music, food and more!
Lititz
Nearby Lititz was named America’s Coolest Small Town by Budget Travel in 2013—and for good reason. There’s so much to do Lititz, from dining to shopping. Plus, special annual events such as the Fire & Ice Festival, Taste of Lititz, Chocolate Walk, Pretzel Fest and Second Fridays and more make this nearby town truly unique.
Thankful
Each Thanksgiving, LNP | LancasterOnline compiles a list of “Reasons to be Thankful You Live in Lancaster” and mentions the county’s “top-tier academic programs on all levels, from competitive high schools to copious higher education options, including Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster Bible College, Millersville University, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and Elizabethtown College.”
To Market, To Market
If outdoor shopping is your jam, you won’t want to miss two amazing markets while you’re in the area. In fact, USA Today has ranked two Lancaster County markets—Central Market and Green Dragon Farmers Market and Auction—on its top 10 list of the best across the U.S. And both are open year-round! Read more on our blog at lbc.edu/blog/to-market-we-go.
Discover Lancaster
Finally, our friends at Discover Lancaster do an incredible job of communicating all the amazing things to do and see in Lancaster County. Plus, Discover Lancaster also keeps track of the (almost) never-ending shout-outs for the area. Here are just a few:
- Best Places to Retire in the U.S., 2021-22 (US News & World Report)
- 11 Best Fall Travel Destinations in the U.S. (TripsToDiscover.com)
- All aboard for the 10 best scenic train rides in the country (USA Today, noting Strasburg Railroad)
- 13 Best Honeymoon Hotels in PA (Brides.com, noting the Cork Factory)
- 11 Best Cities to Retire in the U.S. (TravelAndLeisure.com)
- The 25 Most Neighborly Cities in America – No. 4 (Neighbor.com)