Celebrate America draws thousands! Don’t miss it in 2026. Photo by Howard Fryberger, 2025.
Join us for our third annual community celebration of America’s 250th birthday at The Barn at Paradise Station! Featuring more food trucks, more amazing 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 Singers on the lawn that will wow your socks off. End the night with a bang as Schaefer Fireworks presents a stunning fireworks show that will light up the night sky!
It takes a village! It is because of the AMAZING community, business, and individual sponsorship support that this event continues to happen every year. If you are interested in sponsorship, please contact us at info@barnatparadisestation.com or call 717-687-5000 ext 117.
THANK YOU to the following sponsors who have already committed!
Thrivent Financial - New Holland Band Sponsor
B&D Builders - Environmental Services Sponsor
Tanger Outlets - Community Sponsor
Greater Lancaster Hotel & Motel Association - Community Sponsor (in memory of Todd Prickett)
Engle Printing & Publishing Co. Inc. - Community Star
More Information will be posted as it becomes available!
4PM - Event opens to the public. Food Truck Alley, vendors and activities open, featuring:
Even more food vendors this year, with The Barn Bistro on the Lower Level open with wine, beer and specialty drinks available for purchase, and stands throughout the property.
THIS YEAR’S VENDORS: Casey Jones’ Restaurant (hot dogs, chicken fingers, fries), The Barn Bistro (Adult Beverages, Soda, Water, Frozen Lemonade - also out in the crowd for your convenience!), John Wright’s Restaurant (wood-fired pizza), PA Boys BBQ, Walk-O-Taco, Old Road Pretzels, Joe on the Go, Penny’s Ice Cream, and Kona Ice of Lancaster and York.
Visit and interact with our sponsors and event friends, explore a festive Makers Market by Creatively Lancaster on the Upper Level, Photobooth by South Central Photo Booths and more!
7:30PM - Celebrate America! Concert and Fireworks Spectacular on the lawn with The New Holland Band, Perfect Harmony and the Celebrate America Singers…and many more 250th surprises!
A freewill offering will be accepted to help cover the cost of this community event. Fireworks by Schaefer Fireworks. For 2026, there is no rate scheduled.
PARKING
On-Site parking (expanded this year!), plus the option to ride the Strasburg Rail Road train directly to property. More details coming soon!
All parking is purchased on the day of and is first come, first serve. Cash and Credit card accepted. All parking contributions at Paradise Station go directly towards covering the cost of the fireworks show.
For those with mobility and handicapped accessibility needs: please note that the Strasburg Rail Road is NOT handicapped accessible for this event. Please plan to park at Paradise Station and have your placard visible when approaching our parking guides. Spots are first come, first served, and drop-off is also available. If you require advance assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 717-687-5000 ext 117.
GROUPS
Group reservations are available for bus groups and other large groups. Please reach out to us to inquire about options at kprickett@paradisestation.us or by calling 717-687-5000 ext 117.
ON-SITE LODGING at THE RED CABOOSE MOTEL
Sleep in a caboose, a historic farmhouse suite, or our luxurious Conductor’s Quarters. Make your reservations today!
Photo by Greg Kelton, 2025.