Lancaster County as a Destination

This area is home to the Amish as well as countless local attractions, historical sites, museums, hundreds of factory outlets, and many other unique points of interest. Plus, the area offers a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere that can be conducive to your event. For more information on Lancaster County and the Pennsylvania Dutch Country as a destination, we invite you to explore this Lancaster County Information Center website, one of the most comprehensive sources of information you'll find on this area. There is also a 45-minute video available on this area called "An Amish Country Wilkum" that can give your meeting planners a good overview of the atmosphere and attractions available here.

Location

This area is centrally located. We are within an hour drive of Harrisburg, Hershey, Reading, and York, and 1½ hours from Gettysburg, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. We have the services and facilities of larger cities, yet the open countryside and relaxed environment of more rural locations.

Our Directions Page includes maps, directions, and driving times to this area. See also a list of regional airports, local transportation, and car rental companies serving Lancaster County.

Facilities

This area has several options for event and meeting planners. Choose from convention centers, hotels, college campuses, and auditoriums, and smaller, more intimate environments. The variety and flexibility of local properties and the calibre of the service these facilities provide will help assure you'll have a great environment for your next meeting.

For a list and information on local meeting and convention facilities, see our Meetings Facilities Guide. Use our handy Online RFP Form to describe your unique requirements, and we'll put you in touch with some properties who can help meet your needs.

Professional Services

Professional meeting and convention planning services are available from many local properties to assist you with your next event. We have a list of local meeting planners who can help you plan that perfect event.

After your meetings end for the day, Lancaster County has much to see and do here for your attendees. See our directories for local Attractions or Theaters or Golf Courses, for example. There are also Receptive Services and Tour Services available to further meet the needs of your attendees. This entire website will provide a wealth of information and resources to help you plan an enjoyable (as well as productive) meeting or convention.

Promote Your Event

If your event is open to the public, send us the information and we can list it in our monthly Calendar of Events. See also Lancaster County Media for a listing of local newspapers, magazines, and other publications, television stations, radio stations, and local publishers.

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Now, you can see and experience the atmosphere and attractions of the Pennsylvania Dutch Country right in your own home. Order the 50-minute long "An Amish Country Wilkum" video travel guide (and its free map & resource guide) and plan your trip here before you even leave home!

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