Horst Arts Center

10/09/2026

Join in our String Art workshop tomorrow (Saturday, Oct 10th) at 7:00 pm! It involved string, it involves hammers, and it involves nails—ladies, of all the workshops we offer, this is the one you want to bring your man to.

We’re located at 17 North Main Street in Manheim. Sign up at horstarts.com.

10/08/2026

LITITZ / Christmas in the park - Christmas in the Park is a community gathering that takes place in Lititz Springs Park and has done so for over 30 years. It includes dance, carols, candles—and of course the lighting of the Christmas tree.

Available now at Horst Arts (17 North Main, Manheim)! We currently do not have regular open hours, so message us or text 717-682-2403 to arrange for pickup. Ornaments are $25 each.

MT GRETNA / Christmas Village - Mt Gretna is launching a new experience this season as they transform their quaint town into a living Christmas world. Artisans will fill tents, and lights and garland will be everywhere. Be sure to check it out!

Available now at Horst Arts (17 North Main, Manheim)! We currently do not have regular open hours, so message us or text 717-682-2403 to arrange for pickup. Ornaments are $25 each.

LANCASTER / Mayor’s Tree Lighting - The Mayor’s Tree Lighting is a festive and cherished holiday tradition that takes place at Penn Square in downtown Lancaster City. The background features many Lancaster landmarks including Central Market.

Available now at Horst Arts (17 North Main, Manheim)! We currently do not have regular open hours, so message us or text 717-682-2403 to arrange for pickup. Ornaments are $25 each.

MANHEIM / Tree Lighting - Manheim’s tree lighting takes you back to simpler times as it takes place in its historic and picturesque Market Square. With food, games, colorful lights, and dancing, it’s a quaint way to celebrate Christmas!

Available now at Horst Arts (17 North Main, Manheim)! We currently do not have regular open hours, so message us or text 717-682-2403 to arrange for pickup. Ornaments are $25 each.

YORK / Light Up York - York’s Christmas celebration is focused around Continental Square and has a whole list of family activities that include book reading, a Hanukkah presentation, live karaoke, Santa at Martin Library, and of course the tree lighting ceremony.

Available now at Horst Arts (17 North Main, Manheim)! We currently do not have regular open hours, so message us or text 717-682-2403 to arrange for pickup. Ornaments are $25 each.

COLUMBIA / Old-Fashioned Christmas - Columbia offers all-

10/07/2026

The Manheim Community Farm Show is in full swing, and the Manheim Christian School salad/walking taco food booth has been getting a lot of action. Be sure to check it out—just look for the giant veggies!

10/06/2026

Gotta love that painted sign vibe. This one is going to take a few more days to complete—but when it’s done it’s going to look fantastic!

10/03/2026

This was our starting point at Makers (171 North Queen Street in Lancaster). It already looks quite different as we’ve been busy painting. And very soon this space will be filled with artist studios. When should you reach out to us about filling one of those studios? Now! Contact Katherine at (717) 419-4025 or [email protected].

10/02/2026

Horst Arts was honored to design a series of four label for Oak Tree Orchard’s line of meads. Their Wildflower Mead is depicted here. Oak Tree Orchard is based in Manheim and is led by Jason schmink (PhD chemist + American C***r Association Certified Pommelier).

10/01/2026

What does that spell??? Find out soon as you drive around Manheim. (Hint: in case you do actually try to unscramble, some letters are used more than once.)

09/30/2026

The latest episode of the So Good Lancaster podcast is out! Katherine again joined Jason Mundok and Ruby Mundok to discuss “Art and the City” (of Lancaster). It starts off with Katherine highlighting our new space in Ewell Plaza called “Makers” which will include thirteen artist studios. Another big topic is Lancaster’s Fall Artwalk which happens October 17th and 18th. Check it out at sogoodlancaster.com.

09/29/2026

Have you heard about Makers Lancaster—our new space in downtown Lancaster? The most exciting part is that it will feature thirteen artist studios. Interested in being a part of the Makers community? We’re having conversations with both seasoned and emerging artists NOW! Reach out to Katherine at (717) 419-4025 or [email protected].

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09/26/2026

Our next Open Studio happens this Monday at 6:30 pm through 8:30 pm. Bring your own project to work on as you enjoy the company of other creatives! It’s free, but you need to sign up at horstarts.com.

Horst Arts Center is located at 17 North Main Street in Manheim.