1754 - 2012 258 years Intercourse Pennsylvania
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Over 258 Years of Living History

Located in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country in Lancaster County, Intercourse stands as a clear reminder of our traditional American heritage where people live a simpler way of life.

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Celebrate June 15-16, 2012

Join the Festivities

June 21 through June 23, 2013 the small town of Intercourse, Pennsylvania will serve as the setting for an "old fashioned" family celebration. Our 258th Anniversary Celebration has festivities planned for all ages. Please refer to the listing below. All activities held at the Intercourse Community Park.

Friday June 21, 2013

Food Showcase – A Taste of Intercourse, a Lancaster County “Foodie Town” for Lancaster’s Flavor Fest Celebration (5 pm. - 9 p.m.)

Lancaster County is renowned for its food, and what better place to experience the foods of Lancaster County than the heart of Lancaster County – Intercourse, PA.  Local restaurants, eateries and traditions will be highlighted. 

Kids Activities (5 pm - 9 pm)   Kids can enjoy the tractor rides and a bounce house. 

Pedal Tractor Pull   (6:00 p.m.)  More great fun for the kids! Sponsored by Hoobers Tractors

Farm Animals ~ Petting Zoo   (5 pm - 9 pm)   Kids will love the little animals and being able to see their furry friends up close.

Spelling Bee   (7:30 pm)    Test your knowledge and impress your friends at this community spelling bee.

 6th Annual Shoofly Pie Baking Contest:  In Pavilion   (No Fees)   Pre-registration is available by calling Ellen at 717-768-7166 or e-mail at ebrumpf@frontiernet.net    Enter the day of the event by 5:30 p.m. Judging at 7:00 p.m. A $50.00 prize for the Winner!

Volleyball Tournament   (5 pm - 9:00 pm)  Healthy competition and great fun!

 Fun Music for Your Entertainment… (6:00 pm - 8:30 pm)  The Great sounds of the Sunny Side Blue Grass Band 

 Heritage Display of History of Intercourse:  (5:00 pm – 9:00 pm)

Saturday June 22, 2013

Pancake and Sausage Breakfast in the Park   (6:30 am - 10 am)  Come for a hearty breakfast prepared by the Intercourse Fire Co.

 Volleyball Tournament   (9 am - 5 pm)   More Healthy Competition and Great Fun!

 Food Showcase    (11 am - 9 pm.) A Taste of Intercourse, A Lancaster County “Foodie Town” for Lancaster’s Flavor Fest Celebration 

 Helicopter Rides   (10am – 5 pm) 

 Kids Activities   (10 am – 5 pm.)  Kids can enjoy tractor rides, a bounce house and a fire truck demonstration.

 Petting Zoo and Pony Rides   (11 am -8 pm.)

 Gingerbread Cookie Decorating   (11:00 am – 1:00 pm – or as long as cookies last)   KIDS…Come decorate you own cookie provided by Kitchen Kettle.  (First come… first served!)

  Candy Drop  Bring the kids out for a Helicopter Candy Drop   12:00 Noon

 Kids Variety Show   (12 pm. – 3:00 pm)

12:15 – 12:45 - Story Telling with Sharon Sudbok from Pequea Valley Public Library.

12:45 – 1:15 - New This Year - DKer's Juggling Act

1:15 - 1:55 - The Amazing Reptile Show

2:15 – 3:00 - Ryan Baumgardner & Friends Puppet Show

    Classic Car Show   (1 pm -5 pm)   Step back in time and wander through a variety of classic cars as they are displayed in the Intercourse Community Park. 

    Antique Tractor Show   (All Day)   Enjoy a tractor parade at 4:00 pm.

    Tug of War Competition … Great fun… 5:00 p.m.

    Strolling Entertainers Guy  (6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.) 

    Churchmen:  (6:30-9:30 p.m.)   Back by popular demand! You won’t want to miss this truly entertaining performance!

     Skydiver (6:45 pm)   - Jumps from airplane and lands at the park

     Fireworks Display   (Begins at Dusk)    A perfect ending to the day… a breathtaking fireworks display

     Heritage Events (throughout the day)   Enjoy hands on demonstrations including horseshoeing, butchering, sling shooting, and wood carving.

 

Sunday June 23, 2013

    Special Sunday Worship Service    (10 am - 11:15 am)   Enjoy fellowship time, special music and a Sunday worship service.  Service will be held at the Intercourse Park