Today
in Lancaster
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lancaster. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ State police are investigating a death at a home on the 100 block of East State Street in Quarryville—assisted by the Lancaster Criminal Investigation Unit and the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office—after dispatchers reported a response at 2 a.m. that closed East State Street. WGAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Late Wednesday night, NASA launched three research rockets from Wallops Island, Va.—the rockets were visible in the Susquehanna Valley after two days of delays. The rockets will study the mesopause to help scientists learn about changes in the atmosphere. WGAL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant reopened yesterday, serving a Pennsylvania Dutch buffet from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The restaurant now offers a new hot bar and salad bar—breakfast is expected to return by mid-September. WGAL
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Sunflower Festival
11 AM – 6 PM — Cherry Crest Adventure Farm — Cost TBA — Experience the vibrant blooms and cheerful atmosphere at this annual floral celebration.
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Noah - The Musical
11 AM – 2 PM — Sight & Sound Theatres — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless story of Noah through a stunning musical adaptation.
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The Malpass Brothers Concert
3:00 – 4:30 PM — American Music Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the authentic sound of country and bluegrass from a dynamic brother duo.
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Trivia Nights at Smokehouse BBQ & Brews
6-8 p.m. — Smokehouse BBQ & Brews — No cover charge — Put your knowledge to the test and win prizes at a fun trivia competition with food and drink.
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Foodees Festival
1-9 p.m. — Tanger Outlets Lancaster — Free admission — Experience a vibrant food truck festival with gourmet dishes and unique crafts.
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Millennial Mixtape Celebration
1-3 p.m. — Stoner Grille — Open to the public — Enjoy live music and festivities for The Clinic Muay Thai gym's anniversary party.
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Pennsylvania Music Expo
9 AM – 3 PM — Spooky Nook LANCO — Various entry fees — Discover an array of music collectibles from vinyl to memorabilia at this local music gathering.
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ZZ Top Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — American Music Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Rock out with legendary band ZZ Top at this thrilling live performance.
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Music Friday
5-8 p.m. — Binns Park — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of local artists every third Friday in Lancaster City.
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Turkish Lamp Mosaic Art Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster — Cost varies — Create a stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying authentic Turkish treats.
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Freedom Walk to End Human Trafficking
Freedom Walk is a community awareness and fundraising event, rallying hundreds of abolitionists, taking thousands of steps to make a difference. Freedom Walk is an outward expression of our inward desire to see human trafficking completely abolished. Join us on Saturday, October 11, from 10 am to 1 pm at Musser Park in Lancaster and make a difference in our community.
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