The arrival of summer means music is filling parks, vineyards, historic sites and venues across Lancaster County. Pack up your lawn chairs and spend an afternoon or evening listening to music. Bring your own treats or patronize the food trucks and beverage vendors that are onsite at most venues.
Many of the events offer free admission, although sponsoring organizations appreciate donations. Those that have an admission price are noted as such.
Photos: LCM and social media
Events taking place in June are as follows:
The Motown Club
June 5-21
Prima
Prima wraps up its 15th season with a tribute to Motown, relaying, “This isn’t just an original concert. It’s an environment. An experience. Soul in full color. Rhythm that lifts you. Joy you can feel in your bones.” Times vary. 942 Wheatland Ave., Lancaster. (This is a ticketed event.) Information: Primatheatre.org
Long’s Park Summer Music Series
Held Sunday evenings, June-late August, all concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Food trucks will be onsite. Beer gardens open for select events. 1441 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster. Information: Longspark.org
June 7: Parker Barrow (Southern rock)
June 14: Scott Pemberton O Theory (West Coast-style funk/blues/roots/grunge)
June 21: The War and Treaty (R&B and gospel meet country)
June 28: The Ringgold Band (patriotic)
Summer Concert Series – Columbia
Sponsored by the Columbia Lions Club, the monthly Friday evening concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Food trucks are onsite. Locust Street Park, 550 Locust St., Columbia. Information: Columbialions.org
June 20: Mama Tried (classic soul)
Summer Music Series – Shoppes at Belmont
Now in its 7th year, the music series is held at the shopping center’s Charles Frey Park on Saturday evenings from 6-10 p.m. 1600 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster. Information: Shoppesatbelmont.com
June 6: Just Like Murray (rock, pop and blues)
June 13: The Nomads (50s-70s rock and doo wop)
June 20: Pop Scotch (pop, rock, funk)
June 27: Miss Laurie Ann & The SaddleTones (country rock)
Music at Highland
Concerts begin at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of Highland Presbyterian Church, 500 East Roseville Rd., Lancaster. Information: Highlandpc.org
June 10: Reji Woods and Company (cabaret-style concert)
Greenfield Concerts in the Park
Summer concerts are back at Greenfield! Music gets underway at 7 p.m. in the park that is located across from 1861 William Penn Way. Information: Greenfieldlancaster.com
June 17: 80’s Live! Step into neon nights with a full‑throttle band rocking the biggest hits of the ’80s, including Whitney, Journey, Madonna, Prince, Bon Jovi, and more.
Allegro Orchestra Lancaster
Founded in 2002, Allegro Orchestra Lancaster, which is led by founder and artistic director Dr. Brian Norcross, embodies the classic definition of music by Catherine Drinker Bowen “as a conversation between friends.” Times and locations vary. (Ticketed event.) Information: Allegrolancaster.org
June 13 & 14: Music in the Round: The Hen 2 (Vincent d’Indy – Karadec Suite and Joseph Haydn – Symphony 83 “The Hen”). Lancaster Art Vault.
June 27: Lucky 7 (Don Sebesky – For the Love of Brahms *premier* and Beethoven – Symphony No. 7). Barshinger Center for the Musical Arts, F&M.
Sounds of Strasburg
Back for its 11th year, the monthly all-ages event features live music and food vendors. 6:30 p.m. Strasburg Community Park, 151 Precision Ave., Strasburg. Information: Strasburgcommunitypark.org
June 13: Jesse Garron’s Tribute to Elvis with the Essential Elvis Tribute Band
June 27: Baltimore Steel Orchestra
Musser Park Music Series
The Musser Park Civic Association brings music to this beloved slice of greenery on Lancaster’s East Side. The music gets underway at 6 p.m. 135 N. Lime St., Lancaster. Information: Musserpark.org
June 20: Dixieland Jazz Band
Jazz on the Patio
Start your weekend off with music and beautiful views of the countryside! Jazz on the Patio is back for another summer at the Barn at Paradise Station, where music, food and drinks are on the menu. The series is held Thursdays through late August. In case of inclement weather, the event is held inside the barn. 5-9 p.m. 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks. Information: Barnatparadisestation.com
June 4: Fred Hughes Trio
June 11: Dave Wilson Quartet
June 18: Paul Colombo Trio
June 25: Swing Street Quartet
Lititz Historical Foundation Summer Concert Series
The Mary Oehme Gardens at the Lititz Historical Foundation will once again host a series of concerts that offer pay-what-you-can admission, with proceeds benefiting the foundation. Refreshments available for purchase. 6:30-8 p.m. 145 E. Main St. (rear), Lititz. Information: Historical happenings
June 14: Lititz Community Band (patriotic)
Concerts by the Creek
Ephrata Borough in partnership with the Ephrata Public Library and Ephrata Cloister Associates will once again be hosting a series of concerts in Thomas P. Grater Community Park. Event also features food trucks and guest breweries. 6 p.m. Cocalico St., Ephrata. Information: Facebook.com
June 9: Rocky Allen (country) takes the stage at 6 p.m., followed by Screamin Daisys (rock and dance band).
Huffnagle Park Concert Series
Quarryville Borough and the Quarryville Lions Club host this concert series. The music gets underway at 7 p.m. in the park, which is located at 20 Oak Lane in Quarryville. In case of inclement weather, it shifts to Memorial United Methodist Church, 101 S. Hess St. Information:Facebook.com
June 27: Malta Community Band
Music on the Lawn Series
Conestoga House hosts monthly concerts that feature a range of genres and musical groups. Bring your own snacks and beverages or pre-order wine and charcuterie provided by Proof of Lancaster. 5-9 p.m. 1608 Marietta Ave., Lancaster. (This is a ticketed event.) Information:Ecklinevents.com
June 26: High Times Band (Grateful Dead cover band)
Columbia Animal Shelter Concert Series
This ongoing concert series aids the shelter’s programs and services. Food and drink will be available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, the event moves into a warehouse that’s adjacent to the shelter. 7-10 p.m. 265 S. 10th St., Columbia. A $10 donation is suggested. Information: Columbiaanimalshelter.com
June 13: The Nobles (classic rock, pop, blues)
Taps & Tunes
Kissel Valley Farm beer garden is returning for another summer. Spend a Sunday afternoon enjoying live music, yard games, food truck fare, beer and wine. 12:30-5:30 p.m. 645 E. Oregon Rd., Lititz. $10 admission. information: Facebook.com
June 7: Shea Quinn & the Luv Gods (classic rock)
June 21: Bad Slice (music from the ’70s and ’80s)
Gretna Music
Celebrating its 51st anniversary this year, Gretna Music has welcomed more than 50 Grammy winners and even more nominees to its stage, not to mention members of the country’s major orchestras. Concerts are held at the Mt. Gretna Playhouse (200 Pennsylvania Ave.) and begin at 7:30 p.m. (unless noted). (This is a ticketed event.) Information: Gretnamusic.org
June 14: Telegraph Quartet (chamber music), returning as the 2026 Artists-in-Residence, will present the program: Beethoven, Haydn and Derrick Skye. 3 p.m., Mt. Gretna Playhouse.
June 21: Father’s Day Brunch with Valley X-Tet (music professors from Lebanon Valley College).11 a.m.-2 p.m. Gretna Timbers.
June 28: Raleigh Ringers (handbells). 4 p.m. Mt. Gretna Playhouse.
Music in the Park
East Donegal Township hosts these Sunday evening concerts in Fuhrman Park, 190 Rock Point Rd., Marietta. The concerts start at 6 p.m. Food trucks are onsite. Information: Eastdonegaltwp.com
June 7: Bump City (soul)
June 14: The Nobles (classic rock, pop, blues)
June 28: 3 Hour Tour (yacht rock and soul)
Music Fridays
Music For Everyone and the City of Lancaster host this event that features live music in such locations as Ewell Plaza, Binns Park and more. Plus, Keys for the City is back for its 17th year. There are also plenty of restaurants, coffee shops and breweries to explore. Dates are June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18. 5-8 p.m. Downtown Lancaster. Information: Visitlancastercity.com
Springing Into Summer
June 6-28
Nissley Vineyards
Spend a Saturday or Sunday afternoon enjoying your favorite variety of wine and listening to music. (All ages welcome.) Saturdays, 2-5 p.m. Sundays, 1-4 p.m. 140 Vintage Dr., Bainbridge. Information: Nissleywine.com
June 6: Far Out Folks
June 7: Hopeless Semantics
June 13: Colin York
June 14: Jennifer Stella
June 20: BMW Band
June 21: Stu Huggens
June 27: Mike Finazzo
June 28: RJ Conrad
American Music Theatre
Summer means that musical acts are on tour. AMT’s lineup brings diverse musical genres to Lancaster, including The Righteous Brothers farewell tour, country music, ’60s soul and more. Shows get underway at 7:30 p.m. unless noted. (These are ticketed events.) 2425 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster. Information: Amtshows.com
June 4: The Temptations & The Four Tops
June 6: Scotty McCreary
June 7: The Righteous Brothers Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour (3 p.m.)
June 13: Happy Together with The Association, The Troggs, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, The Vogues and more
June 18: Jo Dee Messina
June 19 & 20: Lauren Daigle (8 p.m.)
June 24: Straight No Chaser: Beach Bash
Hershey Entertainment
Some of the biggest names in the industry will appear in Hershey this summer. Venues and times vary. (These are ticketed events.) Information: Hersheyentertainment.com
June 10: Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson (Giant Center, 8 p.m.)
June 20: Mumford & Sons (Hersheypark Stadium, 6:30 p.m.)
June 23: Chicago (Hershey Theatre, 7:30 p.m.)
June 24: Chris Stapleton (Hersheypark Stadium, 6 p.m.)
June 25: James Taylor (Giant Center, 7:30 p.m.)
June 26: Santana and The Doobie Brothers (Hersheypark Stadium, 7 p.m.)
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