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Only in Lancaster: plumber’s van, Mack truck, Amish buggy, and Porsche at one stoplight
Sandra Burkholder
October 08, 2025
Why I Love a Cozy, Fall Lancaster Weekend
There’s something so restorative about slowing down in Lancaster County — trading the city rush for morning light on rolling fields, fireplaces, homemade cider, and the familiar hum of local life. Here are a few of my favorite reasons:
Warm community spirit. From the small-town smiles to volunteer-run events, you feel like you belong—even as a visitor.
Farm-to-table everywhere. Fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, local breads … meals feel honest and rooted.
Seasons that breathe. In fall: colorful turning leaves, crisp air, pumpkins. In winter: soft snow, cozy inns, hot cocoa.
History & culture in every corner. Quaint downtowns, covered bridges, Amish heritage, galleries tucked into barns.
Easy rhythm, zero pressure. No “must-sees” — just good coffee, strolls, a book, and the occasional festival or parade to round it out.
If you’re looking to make your Lancaster weekend extra memorable, don’t miss these local favorites:
✨ First Fridays in Lancaster City – On the first Friday of every month, downtown comes alive with art, live music, and local makers. It’s the perfect mix of energy and charm, with cozy cafes just steps away when you need to warm up and linger a little longer.
⚔️ Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire – Through late October, Mount Hope Estate transforms into a medieval village filled with music, laughter, and the scent of warm spiced cider in the air. It’s festive, theatrical, and full of character — just like Lancaster itself.
🍎 A Very Cozy Fall Moment – Bundle up for a stroll through a local orchard or pumpkin patch like Cherry Hill Orchards or Barnyard Kingdom. There’s nothing more Lancaster than crisp air, apple donuts, and golden leaves crunching underfoot.
On my way to Shady Maple the other day (because I needed to make a quick stop in the market on my way home), I found myself stopped at a red light. Nothing unusual about that—except for who was waiting with me.
To my left: a plumber’s van, probably on his way to rescue someone’s leaky faucet.
In front of me: a Mack truck, towering like a moving mountain of Lancaster County commerce.
Clip-clopping steadily through the intersection: an Amish buggy, horse and all, unbothered by modern traffic stress.
And right behind me, gleaming in the sun: a Porsche. It looks like it escaped from a James Bond chase scene. Somehow, it wound up in East Earl.
All of us. Together. At one stoplight.
I’m just waiting for the common-place cyclist to whip past me in a flurry and complete the Lancaster starter pack.
I have been creating some professional inspiration oriented posts lately for LinkedIn - Here is one below my readers here may enjoy.
A recent Yahoo Finance article told the story of a Michigan woman refusing to give up her 2.8% mortgage so she could move in with her husband. The debate went national because it struck a nerve: many homeowners are sitting on historically low rates from 2020–2021, and the thought of giving them up feels almost unthinkable.
Financial expert Dave Ramsey weighed in, calling it a “no-brainer” to prioritize the relationship over clinging to a low rate. His words highlight a truth we can easily forget: while interest rates affect our finances, they shouldn’t dictate the quality of our lives.
Sandra Burkholder, EXP Realty
Licensed Real Estate Agent since 2000
Serving Lancaster, Chester, Berks, and York County, PA
Connecting you to your dream home and the heart of the community with a professional yet approachable touch.
Not intended to solicit any properties already listed for sale with another real estate agent. If your home is already for sale, then please disregard this message.
