Lancaster’s fifth annual VegFest to celebrate a plant-based lifestyle will be held from noon to 5 p.m, September 18 and 19, 2021, at Buchanan Park, in Lancaster. In response to the pandemic, this year’s VegFest will be a two-day outdoor market following COVID-19 guidelines and safety standards. To ensure there is no overcrowding, attendees are asked to claim a free ticket for a day/time at PAVegFest.com. VIP paid-ticket holders can gain exclusive access to the event at 11 a.m., in addition to receiving other perks such as a VegFest goodie tote bag containing vegan samples and coupons from participating donors along with 10 raffle tickets.

Barriers will be set up around the event. Space for picnicking will be available at the park; attendees can bring blankets and chairs for use while eating or gathering. Vendors include a food court, a vegan marketplace, an organic farmers’ market by Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative, an animal haven and a mind, body, spirit area. Musical entertainment will be provided by DJ shewülf. Buchanan Park has a dog park and kids’ playground for attendees to use during the event.

West End Yoga will provide free community yoga vinyasa flow at VegFest from 1 to 2 p.m., September 18, 2021, and community yoga gentle vinyasa from 1 to 2 p.m., September 19, 2021. Individuals who are interested in participating should bring yoga mats and preferred props.

Admission is free. Location: 901 Buchanan Ave., Lancaster. For more information, email [email protected] or visit PAVegFest.com.