Things to do This May in Lancaster County
Warm weather is in the air! Fuel your summer state of mind with these fun and thrilling May activities. Lancaster County’s attractions are open and ready for your family to enjoy.
Special Events:
River Towns Plein Air 2025 Art Exhibit and Sale | 3 Weekends in May – May 3rd and 4th, May 10th and 11th, May 17th and 18th | FREE
Join us for the 5th year of Central PA’s premier outdoor painting competition! Selected artists compete for a cash award and exhibit their artwork during the show. Entry to the exhibit is free and art is available for sale.
Ephrata Rhythm and Brews | May 3, 2025 | $20
Support and celebrate the local beverage crafters of Ephrata! Rhythm and Brews features carefully selected beverage makers ranging from breweries, to wineries, to distilleries. Enjoy fantastic live bands and grab a bite from a variety of food trucks.
Astronomy Day | May 3, 2025 | FREE for member, free with paid general admission
Visit the North Museum to join in this global celebration! This event brings astronomy enthusiasts and the public together to share their passion for the cosmos through educational and stargazing activities. Activities include: Lander creation, Lander testing, Sun dial creation, Bottle Rockets, Quantum Levitator, Night Sky Observation.
15th Annual Forty Elephants Vintage and Handmade Spring Market | May 10, 2025 | FREE
Find your next favorite trinket or unique Mother’s Day gift among the 85 curated vendors at the 15th Annual Forty Elephants Vintage and Handmade Spring Market. Shop till you drop and fuel up with some local food trucks.
Spring Bloom Artisan Market at Flinchbaugh’s Orchard and Farm Market | May 10, 2025 | FREE
Check out this outdoor pop-up vendor shopping experience, featuring over 60 local artists. Enjoy sips of locally crafted wine and brews, fresh flowers, live music, photo opportunities, and expanded offerings of flavorful food concessions.
Éclair Marking Workshop: A Hands-on Pastry Experience | May 10, 2025 | $112.00
Join Valosh Patisserie for this interactive and engaging Éclair workshop. This 3-hour class includes a detail demonstration by Valosh’s talented pastry chef, Valeria, who will guide you through each step of the recipe. This event is BYOB, so feel free to bring your favorite beverage!
Native Plants Sales and Raffles | May 10th and 11th | FREE
Head over to Fasig and Keath Log Houses in Manheim, PA to shop for beautiful native plants and flowers. This event supports the Manheim Historical Society’s Acquisitions Fund. Test your luck in one of their raffles for a Native Plant Basket! Free docent-led tours of the Colonial German Log Houses are available.
Looking for more special events to attend in May? Check out our full list of upcoming events at discoverlancaster.com/events/
