Living in Lancaster

A variety of cultural arts are offered in Lancaster County. The Springs Art Show, the largest non-juried show in the Southeast is held throughout the month of October and attracts 700 entries from the Carolina's each year. Other cultural events include Carolina Legends, a bluegrass festival, Lancaster County Community Playhouse and programs provided through the Lancaster County Council of the Arts.

Lancaster County Recreation Commission operates 20 baseball/softball fields, five soccer fields, 14 tennis courts, eight basketball courts, 13 playgrounds, five picnic shelters and a swimming pool. The recreation commission provides a variety of programs for all ages on a year-round basis, with adult leagues in softball, basketball and volleyball. For the youth, team activities include soccer, baseball, softball, T-ball, football and cheerleading. Classes are available for all levels in gymnastics, exercise/aerobics and swimming. Camps are available for sports skill advancement.