Lancaster Stormers To Host Free America 250 Celebration

The Lancaster Stormers have announced a free America's 250th Birthday celebration on July 3 at Penn Medicine Park in Lancaster.

According to a news release shared with FOX43 News, the event is free to the public and tailored to families and visitors with a full slate of entertainment and activities from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Guests can expect “an evening packed with patriotic energy, family-friendly entertainment, bounce houses, a variety of vendors, reenactments, Three Legacies Wrestling, a petting zoo, a hot dog and pie eating contest, a pig roast, a car show, and a performance by the Lancaster Symphony,” the Stormers said in the release.

In addition, the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra will perform at 8:45 p.m., followed by a grand fireworks display at 10 p.m., as part of a celebration focused on patriotism and community spirit.

“We're thrilled to join the Lancaster Stormers and the City of Lancaster in celebrating America's 250th birthday,” said Guy McIntosh, executive director of the Lancaster Symphony, in the news release. “This is what the Lancaster Symphony Orchestra is all about — bringing world-class music to the entire community. From the re-premiere of Michael Wege's powerful Second Founding to Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture launching the fireworks, this will be an unforgettable evening where music meets community in the heart of Lancaster.”

“Our role as a community center is not one we take lightly. I have a fantastic group of colleagues working with me to ensure we are offering a memorable experience to everyone who attends,” said Mary Beth Arnold, director of human resources and events for the Lancaster Stormers, in a statement shared with FOX43 News. “We added more entertainment, more food and beverage, and more kid-friendly activities in hopes to have something fun for everyone this year.”

Registration for the apple pie and hot dog eating contests will go live in May, according to the Stormers. Individuals interested in becoming event vendors can register online. 

Online registration is also open for the Crazy on Clay Car Show. Look for more details on the America 250 event online.