MAJOR EVENTS & FESTIVALS
We celebrate our diverse cultures through parades and food festivals, honor our heritage with unique and exciting events, and support our growing arts scene through a plethora of annual celebrations held throughout Lackawanna County. Family is at the center of our celebrations, both as the catalyst for the occasion and the makeup of the revelers. Each of these events provides an opportunity for everyone to share in the fun. Attend one of our festivals, and you’ll make it an annual family trip before you even get home. The calendar has twelve months, and in Lackawanna County, we fill each page of our calendar with as many parties as possible!
As Michael Scott from "The Office" TV show famously said, “Ain’t no party like a Scranton party!” Scranton and all of the communities that make up Lackawanna County pride themselves on unique events and festivals that bring neighbors and visitors alike together to celebrate our history, heritage, and local traditions. Come experience them for yourself, “...'cause a Scranton party don’t stop.”
Holiday Festivals & Events
Back to Top of ListNovember WEJL Tower Lighting Celebration
Head to Downtown Scranton on Thanksgiving Eve for the annual radio…
November Elf on the Shelf Trolley Excursion
Get into the holiday spirit with Electric City Trolley Museum and ride…
November - December Santa on the Trolley
Have a jolly good time on the Santa Trolley at the Electric City…
December Santa Train “Christmas in a Small Town” Celebration
Steam is still the preferred method of travel for Mr. and Mrs. Claus…
December North Pole Limited Santa Train Rides
Get into the holiday spirit by joining Santa on a magical steam train…
November The Santa Parade
Join the festive magic in Downtown Scranton as Santa and Mrs. Claus…
Winter Festivals & Events
Back to Top of ListDecember Lackawanna Winter Market
The Lackawanna Winter Market on Courthouse Square is a weekend filled…
January Downtown On Ice
Get ready to chill out and have a blast at Downtown On Ice, an icy…
January Clark Summit Festival of Ice
Celebrate the winter season at the Clarks Summit Festival of Ice! This…
January Polar Plunge
The Polar Plunge is a fundraiser that helps provide year-round sports…
February Presidents' Weekend Fireworks & Torchlight Parade
Get ready for Montage Mountain Resorts' annual Pyro-Musical Fireworks…
March Mountainfest
Party on the Mountain! Lace up your boots, grab your skis and…
Spring Festivals & Events
Back to Top of ListMarch Scranton St. Patrick's Parade
Locally referred to as "Parade Day," the Scranton Saint Patrick's…
April Scranton Half Marathon
Test your mental and physical limits in the Scranton Half Marathon…
April Electric City Tattoo Convention
Experience the annual Electric City Tattoo Convention at the Hilton…
April Montage Mountain Brewfest
Join Montage Mountain for their annual Brewfest and enjoy the latest…
May The Office 5k
Grab your favorite Office-themed costume, lace up those sneakers, and…
May Spring Wine Festival
Take in the sights and sounds of spring on the mountain and enjoy a…
Summer Festivals & Events
Back to Top of ListMay Saint Ubaldo Day “Race of the Saints”
Held annually on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, Lackawanna…
June Lackawanna County Heritage Fair
The Lackawanna County Heritage Fair celebrates the history and…
June Greek Food Festival
Summer means that the Greek Food Festival is back! The Annunciation…
June NEPA Yoga Fest
The NEPA Yoga Fest is held at the beautiful Montage Mountain…
June Father's Day Car Show
Rev up your engines for the Annual Father's Day Car Show hosted by the…
June - September The Pavilion at Montage Mountain Concerts
There is music on the mountain! Day or night, the best place to enjoy…
July Scrantastic Spectacular
Sit back and enjoy the best fireworks display in NEPA! Courthouse…
July Moscow Country Street Fair
Experience the charm of small-town festivity at the Moscow Country…
August Scranton Jazz Festival
Reminiscent of a New Orleans-style festival, performances from…
August Froggy Fest
Froggy Fest is returning to The Pavilion at Montage Mountain on…
August Good Things Are Happening Fest
Good Things Are Happening is a day of excellent music, art, food…
August Pioneer Nights
The Pioneer Nights Committee is proud to present Pioneer Nights 2024…
August Railfest
Celebrate the area’s industrial heritage with the return of Steamtown…
September La Festa Italiana
Mangia! One of Lackawanna County’s most delicious traditions is La…
Fall Festivals & Events
Back to Top of ListOctober The Dunmore Cemetery Tour
Take a unique tour of the historic Dunmore Cemetery, where you will be…
October Fall Wine Festival
Come enjoy seasons changing, leaves turning, and glasses of your…
October Steamtown Marathon
A local favorite, the Steamtown Marathon occurs annually in October…
October Fall Foliage Train Excursions
Soak in the breathtaking fall foliage views with Steamtown National…
October Halloween Party & $5,000 Costume Contest
Join Montage Mountain Resorts at its annual $5000 Costume Contest &…
November Rhythm & Brews
Spend your day enjoying live music, great craft beers, ciders…
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Hotels
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