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RECREATION
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East Lampeter Township Recreation has a variety of classes that are both ongoing and constantly being added, be sure to check in regularly to see our latest event information!
Upcoming Events:
Family Movie Night – Featuring Disney’s Coco
Bring the whole family for a fun evening at the park on Friday, October 24, 2025! Enjoy a candy scramble at 6:30 PM, followed by Disney’s Coco on the big screen at 7:00 PM. Thanks to our generous sponsor, Alliance Towing, we’ll also have free hamburgers and hot dogs for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and chairs to stay cozy under the stars!
Fall Pajama Book Nook
Celebrate the season with a cozy evening of stories and crafts! Families are invited to the East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room for a special fall-themed story. Children can wear their favorite pajamas and enjoy a seasonal tale, followed by a hands-on craft activity. This free program is designed for preschoolers and older children and is a wonderful way to spend a fall evening together.
Event Details:
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room, 2250 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster
Cost: Free (Registration required)
Registration Required: Click here to register!
Presented by: Lancaster County Library & East Lampeter Township Recreation
Zumba Night
Get ready to move, groove, and have fun while getting fit! Zumba combines upbeat music with easy-to-follow dance routines for a full-body workout that improves strength, endurance, and flexibility. Instructor Ashley Hertzler will guide you through energetic routines with plenty of modifications for all fitness levels—no dance experience needed!
Come for the fitness, stay for the fun, and leave feeling energized and empowered!
Date & Time: Thursday, November 6 | 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Location: Elementary School – Room 218 (LGI), 2426 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster
Cost: $5 residents / $7 non-residents per class
Registration: Online registration is required.
Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshop
Celebrate the season with a hands-on evening of creativity and festive cheer! In this workshop, you’ll design your own 18” fresh greens wreath, guided step-by-step by a skilled horticulturalist. Add seasonal touches like pinecones, winterberry, embellishments, and a festive bow to make it uniquely yours. Perfect for brightening your home or giving as a holiday gift!
Details:
Date & Time: Monday, November 3 at 6:00 p.m.
Location: Lafayette Fire Company, 63 Lafayette Way, Lancaster
Cost: $50 resident / $62 non-resident
Registration Required, click here to register!
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2025
Spots are limited—reserve your place today and start the holidays with something beautiful!
Senior Scam Prevention: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Scams targeting older adults are becoming increasingly common, but knowledge is the best defense. This free program, presented by an educator from the PA Attorney General’s Office, will provide valuable tools to help seniors and their families recognize, avoid, and report fraudulent activity.
Participants will learn about:
- The most common scam tactics used today
- Warning signs and red flags to watch for
- Resources and steps to take if you or someone you know becomes a target
This session is ideal for older adults, caregivers, and anyone interested in protecting their family from fraud.
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 2-3 PM
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA
Cost: Free
Registration required
Stay informed and empowered—your safety matters!
Holiday Ornament Painting
Join us for a festive evening of creativity at our Holiday Ornament Painting workshop! Guided by an experienced potter, participants will hand-paint three ceramic ornaments that make perfect holiday keepsakes or thoughtful gifts. After the event, the ornaments will be kiln-fired to a glossy finish and ready for pickup at the East Lampeter Township Building about two weeks later. This workshop is great for all ages.
Details:
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 5 at 6 p.m.
Location: Conestoga Valley High School, Room 213, 2110 Horseshoe Road, Lancaster
Cost: $30 resident / $39 non-resident (includes 3 ornaments)
Registration: Space is limited—advance registration is required, click here to register.
Sourdough Bread Workshop
Discover the art of sourdough in this hands-on workshop! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this class will walk you through every step—from creating and maintaining your starter to baking a flavorful loaf of bread.
Participants will receive:
- A sourdough starter to take home
- A workbook/sourdough journal
- Step-by-step instruction
- Freshly baked samples to enjoy
When: Thursday, November 10, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: Conestoga Valley High School, Family Consumer Science Room (172), 2110 Horseshoe Rd, Lancaster
Cost: $40 resident / $52 non-resident
Registration Required: Click here to register!
New York City Holiday Bus Trip – Saturday, December 13
Join us for a festive day in New York City during the holiday season! Travel aboard a deluxe motor coach and enjoy the sights and sounds of Manhattan at your own pace. From sparkling holiday lights and famous window displays to museums, Broadway shows, dining, shopping, and iconic landmarks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Trip Details:
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Departure Location: East Lampeter Township, 2250 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster, PA 17602
Departure Time: 7:00 a.m.
Arrival in NYC: Approximately 11:00 a.m. near Bryant Park
Departure from NYC: 7:00 p.m.
Return to Lancaster: Approximately 10:45 p.m.
Cost: Residents: $89 / Non-Residents: $115
Space is limited! Register by October 24 to secure your seat.
Morning Walking Club
Spring is here—let’s step into the season feeling energized and refreshed! Join our Morning Walking Club, where movement meets motivation.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:00 AM
- Tuesdays: Trailhead of the Greater Lancaster Heritage Pathway
- Thursdays: East Lampeter Community Park
Why Join?
- Stay Active – Boost your physical and mental well-being.
- Build Connections – Meet fellow community members.
- Feel Inspired – Soak in the fresh air and scenic beauty of the morning.
Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just starting, all are welcome. Lace up your sneakers and start your day on the right foot!
Tuesday’s walk will start at 9:00 AM at the trail head of the Greater Lancaster Heritage Pathway. Parking is located just behind Saint Joseph’s University in Lancaster, where E. Walnut Street and Ben Franklin Blvd meet. This section of the trail is a little over a mile, total walking distance for this walk would be two miles plus. Walkers can walk longer or shorter distance as desired.
Thursday’s walk will take place at East Lampeter Township Community Park at 2330 Hobson Road at 9:00 AM, meeting at Lions Pavilion prior to the start of the walk. This location has a higher level of difficulty because of an incline. The perimeter trail is just over a mile. Participants may choose forgo the hill for less difficulty or complete two laps around the park for increased difficulty.
Participants must register, please Click Here to Register.
Yoga Indoors
Discover the benefits of yoga in this all-levels class designed to support both beginners and experienced participants. Each session combines foundational poses, mindful breathing, and relaxation to help you build strength, flexibility, and calm. Bring your own mat and enjoy a peaceful hour dedicated to wellness and balance.
When: Tuesdays, October 14 – November 18 | 6–7 p.m.
Where: Elementary School (Previous Smoketown/current Leola), Room 218 (LGI) – 2426 Old Philadelphia Pike, Lancaster
Cost: $30 resident / $39 non-resident (full 6-week session)
Drop-in option: $8 resident / $11 non-resident per class.
Registration: Participants must register, please Click Here to Register
Chair Yoga: A Gentle Fitness Option for All
Discover the benefits of Chair Yoga, a modified style of yoga that can be practiced while seated or with the support of a chair. This gentle approach includes breathing techniques and simple poses designed to improve flexibility, strengthen muscles, and reduce stress. Open to all ages and fitness levels, Chair Yoga is especially great for seniors and those with mobility challenges. Join us for this supportive and engaging 6-week series—or drop in for a single class—to enhance your health and well-being in a comfortable setting.
Program Details:
Dates: Thursdays, October 16–November 20
Time: 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Location: East Lampeter Township Public Meeting Room
Cost: $30 resident / $39 non-resident (full 6-week session)
$8 resident / $11 non-resident (single class option)
Registration: Participants must register, please Click Here to Register
PARKS
Park Pavilion and Sports Facility Rentals
The process for reserving pavilions and sports facilities has been updated for 2025. Park Rentals will be available to residents on Jan 2, 2025 and available to everyone else on Jan 16, 2025. Reservations and payments must be completed online after creating and receiving approval for your account on the Township Recreation website. This can be done on a personal device or by using the computer available in the Township Building lobby during regular business hours. Please note, in most circumstances new accounts will be approved the same day during regular township business hours. New accounts will not be approved on Saturday or Sunday. They will be processed the following business day.
Facility Rates
- Pavilion Rentals: Full-day reservations only.
- Ball Field and Volleyball Court Rentals: Available in two-hour blocks, independent of pavilion reservations. Maximum rental: Three blocks per day (six hours total).
| Day | Pavilion Rentals (Resident) | Pavilion Rentals (Non-Resident) | Court/Field Rentals |
| Weekday (Tues/Wed/Thurs) | $65 | $85 | $50 per 2 hr. block |
| Weekend (Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon) | $85 | $130 | $50 per 2 hr. block |
Restrooms at our parks open at the beginning of April and closed at the beginning of November each year.
Park Rules and Regulations
Park Rules and Regulations are per Ordinance 293.
East Lampeter Township Parks
Community Park
Location: 2330 Hobson Rd Lancaster PA 17602 on Hobson Road between Old Philadelphia Pike and Lincoln Highway East and between Witmer Road and Elmwood Road.
Size: 26 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: Park perimeter walking trail that is just over 1 mile long with exercise stations along the trail. The park contains a mini disc golf course, baseball field, sand volleyball court, playground with the tallest slide around and a wooden train to play in, gazebo, 3 pavilions and Community Garden Plots.
Lions Pavilion – holds up to 150 people
Rotary Pavilion – Holds up to 50 people
High Pavilion – Holds up to 150 people
Future Plans: Replacement of some of the exercise stations, rebuilding of the train where kids love to play.
Lafayette-Tower Park
Location: 1905 Woodland Ave, Lancaster, PA 17602 South of Lincoln Hwy (Route 462) Behind Lafayette Fire Company
Size: 10 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: 0.3-mile walking path, baseball field, playground
Future Plans: Pavilion being designed in 2024 with construction planned for 2025
Flory Park
Location: 416 Dohner Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602 Please note that the the entrance to Flory Park is off of Greenland Rd and the park is located along Mill Creek behind Dohner Dr.
Size: 43 acres
Park Hours: Open Sunrise to Sunset
Park Features: 2 baseball fields, playground with new equipment in 2023, 1 pavilion, paved and unpaved walking trails
Clark Pavilion – holds up to 95 people
Gibbons Park at Nolt’s Mill
In 2015, East Lampeter Township acquired a 15-acre property located along Mill Creek between Old Philadelphia Pike and the Amtrak railroad bridge. Based upon the history of the area in this part of the Township as well as the development and operation of the historic mill property adjacent to this property, the Township Park Board recommended, and the Board of Supervisors approved the park name in early 2016. The design of a passive recreation park for fishing and walking is planned and, once developed, will be the easternmost and northernmost Township-owned recreation facility. A potential canoe and kayak launch has been designed and the Township is seeking funding for construction. In 2020, East Lampeter Township acquired the adjacent mill property.
Lancaster Heritage Pathway (LHP)
The LHP is proposed as a commuter and recreational route for bicyclists and pedestrians by the Lancaster County Active Transportation Plan. When completed in its entirety, the pathway will traverse over 12 miles from east to west through the center of Lancaster County. The constructed section within East Lampeter is situated on the public lands owned by PennDOT and will connect with the bicycle trail and lane system currently being developed in the City of Lancaster at the Route 30 and Walnut Street interchange. 1.1 miles of the Pathway and a trail head with parking facilities has been constructed behind the Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences in East Lampeter Township. Funding for a 1.5-mile extension of the pathway eastward and another trailhead at Giest Road, which is the East Lampeter Township boundary with Upper Leacock Township, continues to be pursued by the East Lampeter Township Board of Supervisors. East Lampeter Township is also studying the possibility of a connection along Oak Grove Road to Pitney Road to provide a loop within the pathway system.
Tree and Bench Donations
Township residents that wish to donate trees or benches for Township parks in remembrance of a loved. October Glory Maple trees will be planted in Flory Park and Lafayette-Tower Park on a first come, first served basis. For a donation of $400.00, an October Glory Maple tree will be planted, and a plaque will be installed under the tree to remember a donor’s loved one. All memorial trees, benches, and plaques are installed and maintained by Township staff. Trees and plaques will be located along walking paths in the parks. Specific tree and plaque locations will be selected by the Township. Approximately 50 of these kinds of trees were planted in Community Park on Hobson Road with great success. Community Park is now fully planted along Memorial Lane so this program is being extended to the other Township parks. Please fill out the donation form and forward it to:
East Lampeter Township
2250 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602
If you have any questions, please contact the Township office at (717) 393-1567 or e-mail the Public Works Director.
Conestoga Valley Park Plan
Please click here for information regarding the Conestoga Valley Park Plan.
Mini Disc Golf
The 18 hole public Mini Disc Golf Course in Community Park located at Hobson Road is open and ready for play. Mini Discs may be purchased at the front desk of the Township Building Administration Office between the hours of 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday thru Friday. The cost for the discs is $2.50 each. Only mini discs may be used to play this course. Frisbees are not permitted. Proceeds go toward park maintenance.
