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Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio
Home to big adventure, small-town charm, unique cultural attractions, fun festivals, terrific food & drink, art, hands-on activities, 8,000+ acres of green space, and so much more!
Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio
Home to big adventure, small-town charm, unique cultural attractions, fun festivals, terrific food & drink, art, hands-on activities, 8,000+ acres of green space, and so much more!
Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio
Home to big adventure, small-town charm, unique cultural attractions, fun festivals, terrific food & drink, art, hands-on activities, 8,000+ acres of green space, and so much more!
Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio
Home to big adventure, small-town charm, unique cultural attractions, fun festivals, terrific food & drink, art, hands-on activities, 8,000+ acres of green space, and so much more!
Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio
Home to big adventure, small-town charm, unique cultural attractions, fun festivals, terrific food & drink, art, hands-on activities, 8,000+ acres of green space, and so much more!
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Lancaster: Your New Favorite Destination

Lancaster is a charming small city only 30 minutes southeast of Columbus. Widely known as the “Gateway to the Hocking Hills,” Lancaster also boasts gorgeous parks, trails for walking, biking, and climbing, and plenty of natural beauty. As the county seat of Fairfield County, Lancaster offers plenty of big city amenities along with small town charm. The vibrant downtown features a wealth of locally owned businesses, demonstrates the community’s pride in its history and heritage, and introduces you to some of the friendliest folks in the region.

A couple walking a dog in Downtown Lancaster, Ohio.

Downtown Lancaster

A visit to downtown Lancaster is simply delightful. Stroll the streets of our vibrant historic district and discover a variety of unique locally owned shops. Keep your eyes open along the way so you don’t miss the murals, sculpture, and other public works of art.

Get ready to jump into exciting activities like axe throwing, splatter painting, glass blowing, and more. Immerse yourself in our rich heritage when you spend an afternoon at one of our fascinating museums. 

Satisfy all your culinary cravings at one of our terrific restaurants, coffee shops, or bakeries. End your day with a toast to your Lancaster Experience at one of our friendly pubs or in our Outdoor Refreshment Area. Cheers to an amazing adventure!

Lancaster is proud of its heritage and ability to maintain its local flavor. Destination Downtown Lancaster spearheads preservation efforts, encourages the public to participate in special events, and leads a variety of civic programs throughout the year. Learn more about this local organization by clicking the button below.

Discover some of the great businesses and attractions downtown Lancaster has to offer.

Make Memories with The Lancaster Experience

The Lancaster Experience is an easy way for you to immerse yourself in a variety of fun activities. Participate in hands-on projects or use your creativity to really shine. This trail highlights activities taking place throughout downtown Lancaster and in the surrounding areas and is available to explore on the Visit Fairfield County app.

Upcoming Events in Downtown Lancaster

Find fun things to do in the heart of Lancaster!

All Ohio Shop Hop at Farmer’s Country Store

August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023

Ohio Glass Museum Presents: Anchored in Glass

September 14, 2023 - September 14, 2024

250 Plates

September 24, 2023

Manhattan Short Film Festival at the Fairfield County District Library

September 28, 2023 - October 7, 2023

Duck Decoys of Ohio: An Art Form for Conservation

September 30, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Lancaster Farmers Market

September 30, 2023

Contact Us

Call: 740-654-5929

Email: info@VisitFairfieldCounty.org

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