The 2025 Season of the Lancaster Festival marks a new era for the Lancaster Festival Orchestra under the direction of John Devlin!!

Schedule of Events:

9:00 am - 6:00 pm: Chalk The Block

Location: Around Fountain Square

See the creative process in action as artists of all ages fill the sidewalks around Fountain Square with colorful images. Artwork on the square begins on July 23 and must be completed by July 25 at 6:00pm. Fountain Square, Downtown Lancaster

3:00 pm: Cafe Concert #1: Music with Pluck

Location: Cheers Chalet   (1211 Coonpath Rd NW, Lancaster, OH 43130)

This delightful concert will feature music for harp and strings. Cheers Chalet will be providing a light snack and a cash bar.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm: ArtWalk

Location: ALL OVER DOWNTOWN!

Art, music, and community on full display during Lancaster's favorite night of the year! Visit Downtown businesses to see exhibits by many regional artists and enjoy entertainment by Doyle Sargent and friends and Second Gear. This Amazing night is FREE!!
Register Beginning July 8 at 10:00am

See the creative process in action as artists of all ages fill the sidewalks around Fountain Square with colorful images. Artwork on the square begins on July 23 and must be completed by July 25 at 6:00pm. Fountain Square, Downtown Lancaster