It’s America’s 250th birthday! Lancaster County will be celebrating the historic milestone with fireworks, festivals, food, music and old-fashioned fun. For a full slate of July events, as well as summer’s lineup of music events, visit lancastercountymag.com.

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Fireworks & Concert

June 27

Mountville

Sponsored by the Mountville Community Services Foundation and other community organizations, the event will feature a concert by the Stu Huggens Band, followed by fireworks. 7 p.m. Froelich Park, 350 W. Main St., Mountville. (Rain date is June 28.) Information: Mounvilleborough.com  

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday

July 2 & 3  

Historic Rock Ford

 This free, family-friendly event will feature educational activities, living history, music, self-guided tours of the Hand Mansion, open-hearth cooking and period dance demos, a children’s scavenger hunt, and hands-on experiences that bring the Revolutionary era to life. Free admission but registration is appreciated. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 881 Rockford Rd., Lancaster. Information: Historicrockford.org

Celebrate America 250! Patriotic Concert & Fireworks Spectacular

July 3

The Barn at Paradise Station

Featuring food trucks, vendors, a Maker’s Market, games and activities for all ages, followed by a concert featuring The New Holland Band, Perfect Harmony and the Celebrate America. The night ends with a bang, as fireworks will light up the night sky! 4-10 p.m. 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks. Information: Barnatparadisestation.com 

Celebrate America250

July 3

Penn Medicine Park

The Lancaster Stormers are hosting this free community event that will feature an exciting lineup of family-friendly activities, live entertainment and patriotic fun. Guests can enjoy a performance by the Lancaster Symphony, fireworks, bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides, Three Legacies Wrestling, the Crazy on Clay Car Show, historical reenactments, stage entertainment, vendors, lawn games, hot dog and pie-eating contests, and a pig roast. Food and beverages will be available for purchase both inside and outside the stadium. 5-11 p.m., with the LSO performing at 8:45 p.m., and fireworks getting underway at 10 p.m. 650 N. Prince St., Lancaster. Information: Pennmedicinepark.com

Lititz 209th July 4th Celebration  

July 4

Lititz Springs Park 

Celebrate one of the country’s oldest Fourth of July events in Lititz Springs Park, where music, food, entertainment, Queen of the Candles Pageant, a baby parade, kid’s activities and more will be on the menu. 12-10 p.m. Information: Lititz4thofJuly.com 

Columbia 300

July 4

Glatfelter Field

Columbia is celebrating its 300th birthday this year and is hosting a special July 4th party with food, music (Pop Scotch) and fireworks. 6 p.m. Glatfelter Field, 1249 Lancaster Ave., Columbia. Information: Facebook.com  

4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza  

July 4  

Stone Gables Estate

Event will feature yard games, a campfire, petting zoo, live music, food trucks, train rides, craft vendors, tours and fireworks. 3-9 p.m. 1 Hollinger Lane, Elizabethtown. (Note: This is a ticketed event.)  Information: stonegablesestate.com

Marietta Fireworks

July 4

Marietta

This year’s event will feature a nostalgic carnival and food trucks in Marietta War Memorial Park (334 E. Walnut St., Marietta) beginning at 2 p.m. Community Bible Church (331 Anderson Ferry Rd., Marietta) will host food trucks, entertainment and family fun beginning at 4 p.m. Fireworks will start at approximately 9:15 p.m. Information: Mariettafireworks.org

July 4th Community Event

July 4

Ephrata

Food trucks, kid’s entertainment and live music will be held on the grounds of the Ephrata Church of the Brethren (5:30-9 p.m.). As night falls, the Ephrata Rec will present a fireworks show that is set to start at 9:30 p.m. 201 Crescent Ave., Ephrata. Information: Ecob.church.com 

Sweet Corn Festival

July 4  

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm 

The farm is home to one of America’s favorite corn mazes (per USA Today). Each year brings a new theme. July 4th will offer the annual Sweet Corn Summer Festival: enjoy the golden sweetness of farm-fresh corn, lively music, festival games, crafts, dancing and all the summer fun you can handle. A guest brewery and winery will be onsite. The day will end with Cherry Crest’s biggest fireworks show yet! July 4th hours are 10 a.m.-10 p.m., with festival activities starting at noon. Information: Cherrycrestfarm.com

Community Celebrations

East Pete Summer Fest

July 10

East Petersburg Community Park

Celebrate summer at this annual event that includes a beer/wine garden, food trucks/vendors (Scoops Grille, Simply Greek Root’s Market and East Pete Lions Club) and music provided by Roof Rockers. 5:30-9 p.m. Pine St., East Petersburg. Information: Eastpetersburgday.com  

SECAFest

July 11

Quarryville

Quarryville’s annual summer celebration features food, music, inflatables and fireworks. 4-9:30 p.m. Memorial Park, 297 Park Ave. Information: Secarec.com

Food & Drink

Colonial Punches: Flavors of History

July 2

Historic Rock Ford

How did the colonists toast historic moments? Tony Shahan will be on hand to present “Colonial Punches: Flavors of History.” Follow the development of punches from their 17th century beginnings with arrack, through the changing uses of brandy and rum, and ending with whiskey adopted by the patriots. The tasting will consist of five punches featuring rum, brandy and whiskey and will be accompanied by stories and trivia about punch history and drinking habits. A fun way to explore American history in a glass. (Note: this is a ticketed event.) 6 p.m. 881 Rockford Rd., Lancaster. Information: Historicrockford.org 

Jazz on the Patio

July 9, 16, 23, 30 

Barn at Paradise Station 

Back for a third season, the event features food, drinks, countryside views and the best live jazz music around! 6 p.m. 312 Paradise Lane, Ronks. Information: Barnatparadisestation.com

July 9: Blake Slusaw  

July 16: Big Boy Brass  

July 23: Andy Roberts & Friends (with a Christmas in July twist)  

July 30: The 4 Daves  

Taste the World

July 10  

Lancaster City

Flavorful walking and sampling tours await guests in Downtown Lancaster. (Note: This is a ticketed event.) 5-8 p.m. Information: Neighborslancaster.org

Blues & Brews

July 11

Mount Hope Estate 

This taste-of-Maryland event will feature a delicious menu of all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ options, plus fresh ales, wines and ciders. Enjoy lively musical entertainment as well. Two sessions; 12-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. 2775 Lebanon Rd., Manheim. Information: Parenfaire.com 

Music In The Vineyards

July 11, 18, 25 

Nissley Vineyards

Music, wine and food! Is there any better way to spend a summer Saturday night? Gates open at 5:30 p.m. 140 Vintage Dr., Bainbridge. Information: Nissleywine.com

July 11: Groove Train (soul, R&B, funk)  

July 18: Mama Tried (high-energy dance music)  

July 25: Downtown Sound (pop)  

Washington Boro Tomato Festival

July 11 & 18

Washington Boro 

The festival pays homage to Washington Boro’s namesake tomato and features live musical entertainment, food and more. Proceeds benefit Blue Rock Fire Rescue and its goal to build a new firehouse. Washington Boro Community Park, 2010 River Rd., Washington Boro. Food sales begin at 4 p.m. Information: Facebook.com     

Whiskey & History Tours 

July 11 & 25

Lititz

Sponsored by the Lititz Historical Foundation, the guided tour takes in historic Main Street and then moves to Stoll & Wolfe Distillery, where guests will enjoy a guided tasting of three local whiskeys and learn about the area’s distilling legacy. 4 p.m. Information: Lititzhistoricalfoundation.com

Parrot Fest

July 18

Lancaster Liederkranz 

The Liederkranz will be transformed into Margaritaville with summer-themed food, beverages and music. 5-11 p.m. Manheim. (Note: reserved tickets needed, no gate sales.) 722 S. Chiques Rd., Manheim. Information: Lancasterliederkranz.com  

Farm-to-Table Dinner

July 25

Inn at Twin Linden 

Chefs John and Don will craft a menu highlighting local produce at its summer peak. 6 p.m. 2092 Main St., Narvon. Information: Innattwinlinden.com

Beer Gardens

July

Lancaster City

Traveling beer gardens have returned to Lancaster City this summer and fall. This month, the Buchanan Park (901 Buchanan Ave.) will host the event July 23-25 and July 30-August 1. Visitors to the beer gardens can enjoy beer (draft, canned and bottled), as well as cocktails, wine and liquor. Food vendors will also be onsite. Proceeds benefit Lancaster Recreation Commission programs. 4-10 p.m.  Information: Lancasterrec.org  

Cruisin’ Cuisine Car Show/Taste of Mount Joy

July 25

Mount Joy

The car show will include classes such as classic, antique and muscle cars; street rods; Corvettes; motorcycles; and trucks. Local restaurants and vendors will comprise the “Taste of Mount Joy” portion of the event. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Downtown Mount Joy. Information: Voyagemountjoy.com

Whiskey on the Rails

July 25  

Strasburg Rail Road  

Climb aboard the Lee E. Brenner Dining Car and sample delicious whiskeys provided by Stoll & Wolfe, paired with food prepared by Café 1832. 21+ only. 5:45 p.m. 301 Gap Rd., Strasburg. Information: Strasburgrailroad.com  

Jack Rye Barrel Dinner

July 30  

John Wright Restaurant 

The menu will include (first course) Whiskey Rubbed Salmon & Rye Salad, Cornmeal Catfish with Spiced Jack Aioli and Rye Glazed Pork Belly (drink is an Old Fashioned). The second course will be Whiskey-Mustard Smoked Pork Loin with Sweet Potato Casserole (drink is a whiskey tasting). The third course will be a Tennessee Dessert Sampler (drink is a Manhattan). 6:30 p.m. 234 N. Front St., Wrightsville. Information: Jwrpa.com 

Theatre

Mary Poppins The Musical  

June 26-August 8

Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

Everyone’s favorite nanny is back! Adventure abounds as you get whisked away to meet dancing chimney sweeps and an array of colorful characters. Hear classics like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, A Spoonful of Sugar, and Chim Chim Cher-ee. Lunch or dinner buffets available before the show. Times vary. 510 Centerville Rd., Lancaster. Information: Dutchapple.com

Ned & Nancy See America

Through July 25

Bird-in-Hand Stage

Enjoy a homestyle meal before the show that follows the adventures of two retirees as they drive across America. Times vary. 2760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand. Information: Bird-in-hand.com

Jukebox Generation

July

Magic and Wonder Theatre 

Step back in time and enjoy classics from the ’50s through the ’80s. The theatre is also home to the magic show Enchanted. Times vary, with lunch or dinner buffets preceding the shows. 3065 Lincoln Highway East., Paradise. Information: Magicandwondershow.com