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Lancaster Liederkranz Fests
Outside under the Pavilion and Big Tents. 
Open to the Public - Rain or Shine!
Fests are a grand tradition in Germany. Lancaster Liederkranz Fests are sponsored events that are open to the public, held rain or shine, and bring joy to all who attend! 
Note: July Parrot Fest requires pre-purchased tickets.
Please Note: 
- Only service dogs are permitted on fest grounds.
- Fests are cash only, ATM on premise.
- No outside food or beverages may be brought on to fest grounds or parking facilities.
- Alcohol service to minors is prohibited. Please have ID available at entrance.
- Volunteering opportunities on our Volunteer Page
2022 Fest Schedule
The Alpenrose Schuhplattler Dancers present
Oktoberfest
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
September 16, 17, & 18, 2022
Outside under the Pavilion and Big Tents!
Open to the public - rain or shine!
Lancaster's oldest, traditional Oktoberfest!
A celebration of German food, beer, music, song & dance.

Volunteers and Dessert Donations Needed
Hours:
Fri. 5:30-11pm  -  Sat. 12:30-11pm  -  Sun. 12:00-6pm
Food until 9pm, Desserts until 10pm, Bar until 10:45pm (5:45 on Sun)

$1,000 Oktoberfest Raffle - Drawing on Sunday, 6pm

General Admission:
Pay at the Gate (cash only, ATM on site)
$7 Adult, $2 Child (6-15 yrs), 5 & younger free
Open seating under pavilion and tents
Or
Online Tickets by Eventbrite® (check back for on sale date)

Click for Event Flyer

Parking:
- Parking at Fest site lot: $10 per car (cash only)
- Free parking at Old Auction/S. Chiques lot (walking distance to Fest)
- Free shuttle parking lot: TBD
- Parking is not permitted along S. Chiques or along Old Auction Rds.
Click for Parking Map

2019 LNP Article: Oktoberfest Lancaster LNP 09.08.19 by Erin Negley

Please Note: 
Only service dogs are permitted
Alcohol service to minors is prohibited
Please have ID available at entrance gate
No outside food or beverages may be brought onto fest grounds or parking facilities
Cash only - ATM on site
Food & Beverages are purchased with our refundable F&B tickets. Tickets are available (by cash only) at two locations under the pavilion. Refunds must be made by end of the Fest.
LLK
The Lancaster Liederkranz Presents
Christkindlmarkt
Sunday, December 11, 2022
11am to 5pm
Celebrate the season at our traditional German Christmas Market!

Craft & gift vendors, delicious fest food, and traditional German beverages outside under the pavilion & tents. Inside, seated dining also available. Open to the public - rain, snow or shine!  Admission is free.

2022 Christkindlmarkt Vendor Interest Form Click Here
Hours:
Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.*

Event Information:
> Shop unique holiday gifts from over 30 local vendors
> Traditional German food and drink, including inside dining
> German beer and Glühwein (hot mulled spiced-wine)
> Pictures with Santa
> Children's crafts & playground
> Musical performances
> Bonfire with S'mores!
> Christmas tree lighting ceremony
> Read about our 2021 event in Merchandiser article by Cathy Molitoris

Please Note:
Only service dogs are permitted
No outside food or beverages may be brought onto fest grounds
Alcohol service to minors is prohibited. Please have ID available at entrance.
Cash only. Our Fest F&B tickets are not used at this event. 
Some non-Liederkranz vendors may accept credit cards.
ATM on site.
LLK
2023 Fest Schedule
The Alpenrose Schuhplattler Dancers Present
A German Sommerfest
Friday & Saturday
June 9 & 10, 2023
Outside under the Pavilion and Big Tents!
Open to the public - rain or shine!
An Oktoberfest-style celebration of traditional German food, beer, music, song & dance.
Hours:
Fri. 5:30-11 p.m.  -  Sat. 12:30-11 p.m.
Food until 9pm, Desserts until 10pm, Bar until 10:45pm

General Admission
Pay at the Gate (cash only, ATM on site)
$7 Adult, $2 Child (6-15 yrs), 5 & younger free
Or
Purchase Online by Eventbrite
Open seating under pavilion and tents

Note: Bring a non-perishable food item to benefit the Mt. Joy Food Bank and receive $1 off adult admission. Maximum $1 per Adult.

2022 Informational Flyer
2022 Menu & Schedule of Events

Volunteers needed, watch for sign-up

Parking:
- Parking at fest site: $10 per car (cash only). 
- Free parking lot at Old Auction Rd.
- Parking is not permitted along S. Chiques Rd. or along Old Auction Rd.
Click for Parking Map

Please Note: 
Cash only event - ATM on site
Only service dogs are permitted
Alcohol service to minors is prohibited
Please have ID available at entrance gate
No outside food or beverages may be brought onto fest grounds or parking facilities
Food & Beverages are purchased with our refundable F&B tickets. Tickets are available (by cash only) at two locations under the pavilion. Refunds must be made by end of the Fest.
LLK
The Lancaster LIederkranz Presents
Parrot Fest
Friday, July 21, 2023
Margaritaville at the Liederkranz!
Open to the public - rain or shine!
Pre-purchased admission required
Outside under the Pavilion and Big Tents!
Featuring the Surf-Rock sounds of Jimmy and the Parrots
Parrot Fest Tickets
Online admission only - No gate sales

Music: Jimmy & the Parrots
  - Open seating under pavilion, tents, and surrounding fest grounds
  - No reserved seating
  - Lawn chairs are welcomed

Hours: 
5pm - Gates open
7-11pm - Jimmy and the Parrots
Food Served 5-9pm - Bar Open 5-10:45pm

Parking:
- $10 Parking at fest site (cash only). 
- Free parking lot at S. Chiques & Old Auciton Rds. (walking distance to fest).
- Parking is not permitted along S. Chiques Rd. or along Old Auction Rd.
Click for Parking Map

Please Note: 
Only service dogs are permitted
Alcohol service to minors is prohibited
Please have ID available at entrance gate
No outside food or beverages may be brought onto fest grounds or parking facilities
ATM on site
Food & Beverages are purchased at the Fest with our refundable F&B tickets. Tickets are available (by cash only) at two locations under the pavilion. Refunds must be made by end of the Fest.
Lancaster Liederkranz
Preserving German music, song, dance, language, customs, and culture since 1880.