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in Lancaster
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster's 2026 Spring Carnival at Park City Center announced new safety rules after a fight among unaccompanied teens on April 11. Now, minors must be with an adult aged 25 or older and the event bans face coverings, backpacks & headwear as families enjoy the fair. FOX43
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Long's Park will host free Sunday concerts from June 7 through August 23 at its amphitheater, featuring an eclectic mix of acts from Nashville-based Parker Barrow + Hayes Carll closing the series. FOX43
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several local colleges and universities will host graduation ceremonies in May, drawing thousands of graduates and family members to events across the Susquehanna Valley — with Lancaster Bible College holding a ceremony on May 8 at 10 a.m. and other campuses scheduled throughout the region. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lancaster County hosted its 99th annual Eastern Division International Association of Fire Chiefs conference Friday at Eden Resort in Manheim Township; more than 200 fire chiefs from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, New York, and Washington, D.C. attended while News 8’s Sarah Metts served as the emcee. WGAL
- ➤ IRS warns Lancaster-area taxpayers that scammers are using phishing emails, fake websites & social media to steal personal details just before Tax Day filing ended on Wednesday, urging residents to verify any suspicious communications at the official IRS website. Daily Voice
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Long Island Ducks vs. Lancaster Stormers
7:59 p.m. — Penn Medicine Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Long Island Ducks and Lancaster Stormers.
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Trivia Night at Southern Market
7-9 p.m. — Southern Market Lancaster — $1 off beer and wine — Engage in a fun-filled evening of trivia with friends while enjoying great drinks and exciting prizes.
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JOSHUA Live at Sight & Sound
3:00 p.m. — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biblical story of Joshua come to life on stage in an engaging musical performance.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge
May 8-10 — Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square — Registration required — Experience a vibrant dance competition with opportunities for scholarships and industry recognition.
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The Planets Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Gardner Theatre — Cost Information Not Provided — Experience a breathtaking finale with Holst's The Planets and stunning NASA imagery.
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May Sing Along Brunch
10 AM - 2 PM — Trio Bar And Grill — Free entry — Enjoy brunch cocktails and belting out tunes with friends in a judgment-free zone.
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