2026 DAILY SCHEDULE
Wednesday July 15
CHALK THE BLOCK
9 am–6 pm
Location: Around Fountain Square
Cost: $6 - Small Squares
$12 - Large Squares (each comes with chalk!)
When: Register Beginning July 6 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 15 and must be completed by July 17 at 6:00pm. Fountain Square, Downtown Lancaster.
Click ‘Get Tickets’ below to register or visit the Lancaster Festival Office at 117 West Wheeling Street, Lancaster, OH.
GET TICKETS: CHALK THE BLOCK
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FRIDAY • JULY 17
Chalk the Block
9 am–6 pm
Location: Around Fountain Square
When: Register Beginning July 6 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 15 and must be completed by July 17 at 6:00pm. Fountain Square, Downtown Lancaster
GET TICKETS: CHALK THE BLOCK
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ArtWalk
6:00–9:00 pm - FREE Event
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 the Teeb. This Amazing night is FREE!!
SATURDAY • JULY 18
Festival Fair Day
9:30am-2:30pm
Cost: Kids FREE; Adults $5.00
Location: Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 E. Fair Ave.
GET TICKETS: Festival Fair Day
The Fairfield County Fairgrounds are filled with activities, entertainment, and experiences for children and families. Free for children, Adults $5.00
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DOUBLE TRIBUTE NIGHT!
Join the fun at the Wendel Concert Stage for the first ever Saturday Night tribute concert! We are bringing back 2 fan favorites: Dancing Dream, the premiere ABBA tribute band and Elton Rohn, the ultimate Elton John Experience.
Adult lawn $45/$55 at gate; Child/Student (3-17) $10; $500 Table of 10
Fireworks follow the performance, FREE parking, bring your own picnic or purchase on-site. Beverages can be pre-ordered or purchased on the concert site. No bring-in beverages are allowed. No glass containers or weapons of any type are allowed at Lancaster Festival events. Click for beverage policy.
Location: Wendel Concert Stage, OHIO Lancaster
TICKETS ON SALE MAY 1 AT 10:00AM!
SUNDAY • JULY 19
Gary Sheldon Community Orchestra
2:00 pm - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
This beloved Lancaster Festival Tradition continues! Talented community members and student musicians perform this concert side by side with professional musicians from the Lancaster Festival Orchestra.
Chamber Music Classics
8:00 pm - Adult $25; Child/Student $10
Location :First United Methodist Church, 163 E Wheeling St, Lancaster, OH 43130 Lancaster, OH
GET TICKETS: Chamber Music Classics
First United Methodist Church hosts this classical concert featuring members of the Lancaster Festival Orchestra and this years’ Davis, Chess and Wilkes fellows. The Lancaster Festival fellowships support talented young musicians and give them exceptional experience within a professional orchestra setting.
MONDAY • JULY 20
Major Arts for Minors:
10:00 am - Free Event but reservations are required.
Location: Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St.
Wendel Art Garage at DACO. 145 E. Main St
Major Arts for Minors are free workshops for ages 9-12. Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
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Children’s Corner:
10:00 am - Free Event
Location: Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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Noon at the Square:
12:00pm - Free Event
Location: Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
Pack a lunch or stop in one of the local restaurants or food trucks and enjoy a wonderful lunch in our beautiful Downtown Parks while listening to great family friendly music.
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Café Concert #1:
3:00 pm - $30
Location:Cheers Chalet, 1211 Coonpath Rd.
GET TICKETS:
or Purchase all 3 concerts and save!
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Happy Hour Music Series
5:30–7:30 pm • Free Event
Location: Ale House 1890, 149 West Main St.
The beautiful patio at Ale House 1890 is the perfect setting for music, cocktails, and summer weather
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TUESDAY • JULY 21
Major Arts for Minors:
Improv with the Lancaster Playhouse
10:00 am - Free Event but reservations are required.
Location:Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St.
Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
Lancaster's own local acting troupe brings the art of improvisation to the Wendel Art garage at DACO. Major Arts for Minors are free workshops for ages 9-12. Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
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Children’s Corner:
10:00 am - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
Family fun fills Zane square!
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Noon at the Square:
12:00 pm - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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Happy Hour Music Series
5:30–7:30 pm • Free Event
Location: Ale House 1890, 149 West Main St.
The beautiful patio at Ale House 1890 is the perfect setting for music, cocktails, and summer weather
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A Night on Broadway with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra
CANCELLED (CLICK FOR DETAILS)
Location: FARIFELD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
The big sounds of Broadway hit the Wendel Concert Stage! Your favorite tunes from major Broadway shows will be performed live including selections from some of the most famous Broadway shows. Special guest vocalists will join the orchestra for this special, family-friendly evening performance.
WEDNESDAY • JULY 22
Major Arts for Minors:
10:00 am - Free Event but reservations encouraged.
Location:North End Press, 235 S Columbus St, Lancaster, OH 43130
Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
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America 250 Community Picnic!
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Out and About with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra
Free concerts across the community! Join the Lancaster Festival Orchestra String Quartet at these locations today-
Salvation Army- 10:30am
Olivedale Senior Center- 1:00pm
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Noon at the Square:
LHS Percussion Ensemble
12:00 pm - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
Under the direction of Mr. Bruce Gerken since 1978. Performing pop, jazz, classical, rock, and everything in between. Decade after decade, the Award-winning LHS Percussion Ensemble pushes the envelope of what a high school band can sound like.
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Café Concert:
3:00 pm - $30
Location:Cheers Chalet, 1211 Coonpath Rd.
The Lancaster Festival Orchestra Brass Quintet plays this lively concert for your afternoon enjoyment. Cheers Chalet will be providing a light snack and a cash bar.
GET TICKETS: may 1
or Purchase all 3 concerts and save!
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THE COVERED BRIDGE MUSIC SERIES RETURNS!
THURSDAY • JULY 23
Major Arts for Minors:
10:00 am - Free Event but reservations are required.
Location:Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St.
Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
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Children’s Corner:
10:00 am - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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Noon at the Square:
12:00 pm - Free Event
Location: Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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Happy Hour Music Series
5:30–7:30 pm • Free Event
Location: Ale House 1890, 149 West Main St.
The beautiful patio at Ale House 1890 is the perfect setting for music, cocktails, and summer weather.
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Chamber Music Classics
7:30 pm - Adult $25; Child/Student $10
Location:First United Methodist Church, 163 E Wheeling St, Lancaster, OH 43130 Lancaster, OH
GET TICKETS: Chamber Music Classics
First United Methodist Church hosts this classical concert featuring members of the Lancaster Festival Orchestra and this years’ Davis, Chess and Wilkes fellows. The Lancaster Festival fellowships support talented young musicians and give them exceptional experience within a professional orchestra setting.
FRIDAY • JULY 24
Major Arts for Minors:
10:00 am - Free Event but reservations are required.
Location:Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St.
Explore the history and culture of many types of drums from across the globe.
Registration is required or call 740-687-4808.
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Children’s Corner:
10:00 am - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
Noon at the Square:
12:00 pm - Free Event
Location: Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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Café Concert #3:
3:00 pm - $30
Location:Cheers Chalet, 1211 Coonpath Rd.
Music for Woodwind Quintet and Piano 3:00pm This beautiful musical combination is perfect to begin the final weekend of the festival season. Cheers Chalet will be providing a light snack and a cash bar.
GET TICKETS: Cafe Concert:
or Purchase all 3 concerts and save!
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Bike Races
5:30 pm - Free Event (ages 10 & under)
Location: Job & Family Services, Wheeling & Memorial Dr.
Presented by Job and Family Services
Decorate your wheels, grab your helmet and head for the races! Closed toe shoes and helmets are required to participate. Prizes for best bike decorations and prizes for race winners presented by Fairfield Medical Center.
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Downtown Friday Night: BRYON STRIPLING AND FRIENDS
6:30–9:00 pm - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
SATURDAY • JULY 25
SATURDAY MORNING SERENADE
Lancaster Community Youth Band
10:00 am - Free Event
Location:Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
The Lancaster Youth Band and the Lancaster Community Band start off the final day of the Lancaster Festival in style. Bring your friends downtown and enjoy a relaxing morning of talented musicians from our community, led by Judy Rehrer.
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Lancaster Community Band
11:00 am - Free Event
Location: Zane Square Concert Stage, Main & Broad
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FINALE: LADY A
with the Lancaster Festival Orchestra
Adult lawn $45/$55 at gate; Child/Student (3-17) $10; $700-$850 Table of 10
Fireworks follow the performance, FREE parking, bring your own picnic or purchase on-site. Beverages can be pre-ordered or purchased on the concert site. No bring-in beverages are allowed. No glass containers or weapons of any type are allowed at Lancaster Festival events. Click for beverage policy.
Location: Wendel Concert Stage, OHIO Lancaster
TICKETS ON SALE MAY 1 AT 10:00AM