Open Streets Lancaster

Presented by Lancaster Rec and held in partnership with Lancaster City and the Lancaster Bikes program, Open Streets is a free family-friendly event that temporarily transforms Water Street into a pedestrian mall

Lancaster Beer Gardens Open

Lancaster Rec, in partnership with Tellus360, is hosting traveling beer gardens in parks throughout the City of Lancaster in 2026. Proceeds from the Lancaster Beer Gardens help support Lancaster Rec programs.

Lancaster Rec Dance Recital

Come and watch Lancaster Rec dancers perform on the big stage! 📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026 (Tentative) ⌚ 2 p.m. 🏫 JP McCaskey High School 📍445 N Reservoir Street, Lancaster, PA

Pooches in the Pool

Join us for a day of fun at the pool with your pooch! Bring a leash, collar and proof of rabies vaccination. Pooches must be spayed or neutered and handlers

RECtoberfest

RECtoberfest is a FREE, family-friendly celebration of all things fall! Bring your family, friends and pups out for a memorable day at Conestoga Pines Pool in Conestoga Pines Park. Last

Trick or Treat

Join Lancaster Rec on Friday, October 30th as we transform the Lancaster Rec Center into the ultimate Trick-or-Treat family experience! We are collaborating with the Lancaster SouthWest Community (SoWe) to

Winter Carnival

Our Winter Carnival is an enchanting evening filled with delightful activities, including our renowned candy cane scavenger hunt, crafts, cookie decorating, festive movies and a special appearance by the merry