York Area Events, February 2020

It’s February in southcentral Pennsylvania, the dog days of winter. Lucky for York area residents there is plenty of local events happening to keep us busy. Whether you are into music, art, food, crafts, wine or staying active, there is a York area event for you in February.

Check out the list of events happening in our great community in February. They are organized by date and have links to additional information if you would like to learn more. Enjoy one, some, or all to get out and live your Best Life in York!

February 14, 2020

Valentine’s/Galentine’s Paint Night

Looking for something different to do on Valentine’s day? Grab your significant other or group of friends and head over to the Parliament Arts Organization on 116 East King Street in York for an evening of painting. The fun begins at 6:00 PM and lasts until 8:00 PM. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased in advance to reserve your spot. Click here for more information or to purchase tickets.

Cap Comedy: Liz Russo

If you prefer laughs to love on Valentine’s Day, check out Liz Russo, stand-up comedian, at the Appell Center for Performing Arts located at 50 North George Street in York. Liz is a native of Pennsylvania who has been performing stand-up for over ten years. She has appeared on television and podcasts. Her comedy is geared toward a mature audience. All tickets are only $10. The show begins at 7:30 PM. Click here to learn more and order tickets.

February 15, 2020

80s Glow in the Dark Body Paint Yoga

This event is exactly as it sounds. Get your face and/or body painted, 80s style, with UV paints. Then get your yoga with an hour yoga session. If you love yoga, are looking to get outside of your comfort zone and have a good time, then join others looking to do the same at the Parliament Arts Organization on 116 East King Street in York. The body painting begins at 1:00 PM with yoga starting at 2:00 PM. Click here to learn more and reserve your spot in the class.

Clay Workshop

Creative York, located at 10 North Beaver Street, is hosting a clay workshop for beginners. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn how to create a piece of pottery using a potter’s wheel. Each student will begin with a ball of clay and receive step-by-step instructions along with individual assistance from the instructor to create your piece of pottery. The workshop runs from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM and costs $45. Click here to learn more and register.

Kable House Presents GA-20

Kable House Presents is a concert series in York held in the historic Central Market House at 34 West Philadelphia Street. GA-20 will be performing on February 15^th starting at 7:00 PM. They are a traditional blues band from Boston who play heavy blues music from the 50s and 60s. You can purchase tickets and get more information here.

February 16, 2020

Sunday School: Chocolate and Wine Pairing

End Valentine’s weekend at the Handsome Cab on 106 North George Street in York. Spend the afternoon tasting and learning to pair wine and chocolate from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. The cost is $35 and reservations are required. Click here to learn more and make your reservation.

February 18, 2020

York Story Slam

The York Story Slam is held the third Tuesday of each month at the Holy Hound Taproom in York. Each month has a different theme. February’s theme is “Second Chances.” Each month’s winner will compete in November for the title of “York’s Best Storyteller.” Have a second chance” story to tell? Or interested in hearing talented storytellers share their “second chance” tales? Doors open at 6:30 PM with storytelling starting at 7:00 PM. Click here to learn more or buy tickets.

February 20, 2020

Legally Blonde the Musical

The Belmont Theatre will be presenting Legally Blonde the Musical February 20th – 23rd. The Belmont Theatre is a prominent community theatre located at 27 South Belmont Street in York. It has been a fixture in the community since the 1930s. Click here for more information and tickets.

February 21, 2020

Paris Washboard

One band made up of only four instruments: clarinet, trombone, piano, and washboard. Paris Washboard has been surprising audiences for over 25 years with their unique sound. They will be performing at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts located at 50 North George Street in York. The show begins at 7:30 PM, and tickets start at $25. Click here to learn more and order your tickets.

February 22, 2020

CapFilm: Harriet

Harriet is a critically acclaimed 2019 biographic film detailing the life of Harriet Tubman. Tickets are only $7. Showtimes are at 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at the Capitol Theatre in the Appell Center for Performing Arts. Click here to purchase your tickets.

February 23, 2020

Cousler Park 10K, 5K, and two-person 10K Relay Race

Your choice of running a 10K, 5K, or a 10K relay race at Cousler Park located at 1060 Church Road in York. Races begin at 8:30 AM. Everyone will receive a fun finisher medal along with food and refreshments post-race. Register and learn more by clicking here.

February 24, 2020

Restaraunt Week York kicks on February 24th and runs through March 1st. This is the tenth annual restaurant week in York. Great restaurants and bars all around town will be participating and creating special menus for the event. The special menus will include special offerings and pricing as follows:

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH: $5/$10/$15
LUNCH: $5/$10/$15
DINNER: $20/$30/$40

To learn more about participating restaurants and bars click here.

February 29, 2020

Dailey & Vincent

Bluegrass band Dailey & Vincent will be at the York Expo Center, 334 Carlisle Avenue in York, to celebrate the leap year. Doors open at 6:30 PM. Learn about the band and purchase tickets by clicking here.

3^rd Annual Heart and Hope Gala

Support the Cornerstone Youth Home by attending the annual gala. Cornerstone Youth Home’s mission is “Increasing a student’s capacity for life-long educational success by disrupting the cycle of homelessness and transience in a safe, stable, restorative practice home environment.” Enjoy entertainment, food, and fellowship while supporting a great cause. The gala will be held at Heritage Hills located at 2700 Mount Rose Avenue in York from 5:15 PM to 9:15 PM. Click here to learn more and purchase your tickets.

Strand Theatre: Plena Libre

Plena Libre, a Puerto Rican-based ensemble, will be performing at the Appell Center for Performing arts starting at 7:30 PM. Plena Libre has been together for 20 years and 14 albums. They have recently been nominated for four Grammys. All tickets are $25. Learn more about Plena Libre and purchase tickets here.