City of Scranton

Calla’s 5K/Walk: Run for T1D
2024-11-02 08:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
Calla’s Run for T1D is a run/walk to raise funds for Breakthrough T1D. Breakthrough T1D is the leading global type 1 diabetes research and advocacy organization. Calla was diagnosed this year with type 1 diabetes. Calla is 6 years old and has shown tremendous strength and bravery through the past months of being insulin dependent. Let’s show our support to Calla and the millions of people living with type 1 diabetes.

There will be a 5K run and a 1-mile walk starting at the Pavilion on Olive Street across from Scranton Running Company.

Southside Farmers Market
2024-11-02 10:00 - 13:00 | 300 Block of Alder Street, 300 Block of Alder Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States
The Southside Farmers Market is a year-round farmers market located in south Scranton that hosts up to 20 local farm and small business vendors. From May – October we are located on the 300 block of Alder Street for customers to shop!

Illuminate the Night Honoring our Veterans
2024-11-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Gino J. Merli Veterans’ Center, 401 Penn Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania
This event is to help celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Gino J. Merli Veterans’ Center and the start of Veterans Day weekend. The sky will be lit up with a drone display celebrating all Veterans. This is the first display of drones of this magnitude in the City of Scranton.

Run Against Hunger
2024-11-09 09:00 - 13:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
The Scranton Running Company will be holding its annual Run Against Hunger 5k/10k race and 2-mile fun walk on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail starting and ending at the Scranton Half Marathon pavilion.

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Event - Lackawanna County Residents Only
2024-11-16 00:00 - 23:59 | PNC Field, 235 Montage Mountain Road, Moosic, Pennsylvania, United States

30th Annual Santa Parade
2024-11-23 09:15 - 11:00
This parade ushers in the holiday season to Downtown Scranton every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. The parade includes balloons, floats, bands and many walking units. This parade ends with the visit from Santa Claus.

48th Annual Thanksgiving Community Program
2024-11-25 08:30 - 2024-11-27 17:00 | Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503
11/25/2024 (Setup): 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

11/26/2024: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

11/27/2024: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friends of the Poor is proud to once again announce three community-based programs to help those in need this Thanksgiving. The Thanksgiving Dinner for Adults and Elderly, the Family-to-Family Thanksgiving Food Basket Program, and the Interfaith Prayer Service.

In light of the current pandemic, the dinner and food basket program will be driver-through once again.

Times Shamrock Tower Lighting
2024-11-27 12:00 - 18:00
Join us for the Annual WEJL Tower Lighting in Downtown Scranton. Live Entertainment, Vendors, Santa Arrival and fireworks as we light the WEJL Tower to kick off the holiday season.

Green Ridge Mile
2024-11-30 11:00 - 14:00 | 1392 N. Washington Ave.
Annual Andy Gavin’s Green Ridge Mile

Waldorf Park GAF Traditional Outdoor German Christmas Market
2024-11-30 12:00 - 18:30 | 13 Waldorf Lane
5th Annual Christmas Market with approximately 35 vendors held onsite at Waldorf Park GAF on East Mountain.

12th Annual Buy Local Holiday Marketplace
2024-12-01 11:00 - 16:00 | The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
Featuring the area’s finest local businesses, artisans and wineries, come explore the Scranton Cultural Center at its 12th Annual Buy Local Holiday Marketplace! Offering FIVE FLOORS of shopping, the event will take place on Sunday, December 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $4 Admission. Free reusable shopping bag for the first 1,000 shoppers’ courtesy of our sponsor Peoples Security Bank & Trust.

The 12th Annual Buy Local Holiday Marketplace is sponsored by Peoples Security Bank & Trust, LT Verrastro, Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department and the PA Council on the Arts.

Full details at SCCMT.org/buylocal

Stuff the Bus
2024-12-05 06:00 - 18:00 | Lackawanna Transit Center, 30 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania
COLTS’ Stuff the Bus for Toys for Tots

Lackawanna County Winter Market
2024-12-06 17:00 - 2024-12-08 16:00 | 200 N. Washington Ave.
12/6/2024: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

12/7/2024: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

12/8/2024: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

A Winter Market featuring 50 vendors and entertainment

West Side Wonderland Tree Lighting
2024-12-07 16:30 - 18:30 | Allen Park, Price Street and N. Main Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18504
Celebrate West Scranton’s winter spirit with us on December 7th from 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM at Allen Park on corner of N Main Avenue and Price Street.

There will be free arts and crafts, music, hot beverages, and the highlight: the lighting of the West Scranton tree at 6pm with SANTA!

Family to Family Christmas Basket Giveaway
2024-12-19 09:00 - 16:00 | The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
The Friends of the Poor Family to Family Christmas Food Basket Giveaway will be held December 19th from 9am to 4pm (or until supplies last) in front of the Cultural Center. It will be drive-through or walk up.

No pre-registration or documentation required.

Shiver by the River #1
2025-01-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive Street Trailhead
The Scranton Running Company will be hosting its annual Shiver by the River race series which includes a 5k/10k run and a 2 mile walk on the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail.

Pan-African Flag Raising
2025-02-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Scranton City Hall, 340 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
Join us in raising the Pan African Flag as we kick off Black History Month!

Following our ceremony, Black Scranton Project will be hosting an event starting at 2:00PM at the Black Scranton Project Center located at 1902 North Main Avenue, they will also be hosting events throughout the rest of the month.

You can visit their website for more information: Black Scranton Project.

First Friday Scranton
2025-02-07 17:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Scranton
First Friday features a wide variety of cultural events found in some of the city’s best restaurants and cafes, as well as galleries, boutiques, and other small businesses. All events associated with First Friday take place from 5-9PM in a walk-able, close knit footprint, though a trolley bus is available to provide shuttle service at designated stops.

Shiver by the River #2
2025-02-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, Olive St. Trailhead.

First Friday Scranton | March 2025
2025-03-07 17:00 - 2025-03-08 21:00 | Downtown Scranton

Growing Strawberries Workshop
2025-04-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
Join the Master Gardeners as we explore spring’s sweet gift – Strawberries! Learn what it takes to grow delicious strawberries & what materials you will need – including a small take-home container and plants.

To register, please email: programs@scrantongreenhouse.org

Get the Most from Your Garden
2025-04-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Albright Community Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Discover how to create a beautiful garden for landscaping or growing vegetables with the help of the PennState Extension Master Gardeners.

Kids Cooking Class
2025-04-10 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-04-24 17:00 - 18:30 | Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18508, United States
FREE Kids Cooking Class for ages 8-12

Spots are limited.

Please email Dana Force to register dforce@scrantonpa.gov

Seed and Bulb Swap
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Albright Community Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Join us for an exciting seed and bulb swap! Bring seeds, bulbs, rhizomes, or tubers to share with fellow gardeners and stay for an informative Q&A session with the PennState Extension Master Gardeners.

Swap Details:

Once ticket holders have made their selections, any remaining items will be available to others.

Participants can bring up to five items to trade.

Each item will earn a ticket for trading.

Label seeds from open-pollinated flowers in paper or plastic bags. Each package should contain enough seeds to grow three to five plants. Empty seed envelopes are available if needed.

Seeds for vegetables, fruits, and herbs must be in their original commercial packaging.

Bring rhizomes, tubers, and bulbs in labeled plastic pots or bags (paper or plastic). Ensure they are free from disease and pests—any infected offerings will be removed from the swap.

Check-in time: 10:30–11:00 a.m.

The seed swap will begin once all items are checked in.

Easter Food and Basket Giveaway
2025-04-16 08:00 - 13:00 | The Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple, 420 N Washington Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
Until Supplies Last | Hasta Agotar Existencias

DRIVE-THRU OR WALK UP | DRIVE-THRU O SUBIR A PIE

*4,000 food baskets available* | *4.000 canastas de alimentos disponibles*

Agencies/Case Workers:

Please Email Linda to Coordinate a17lcmr@gmail.com

Edad/Trabajadores Sociales:

Envíe un correo electrónico a Linda a Coordinate a17lcmr@gmail.com

Spring Shopping Market at Lace Village
2025-04-19 11:00 - 16:00
Join us for a fun-filled day at the Spring Shopping Market at Lace Village! This outdoor event is the perfect way to celebrate the season with your neighbors, friends, and family.

Browse a wide variety of unique goods from local vendors, including handcrafted items, home décor, boutique fashion, artisanal treats, and more! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect gift, you’re sure to find something special.

Come hungry! We’ll have food trucks on-site serving up delicious bites and refreshing drinks all day long.

Bring your friends, support local businesses, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Lace Village in full bloom. We can’t wait to see you there!

Free admission & open to the public

PurpleStride PanCan 2025
2025-04-26 08:00 - 12:00 | Nay Aug Park, 500 Arthur Ave., Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510
Family friendly 5k walk/run to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer.

Earth Day Celebration
2025-04-26 11:00 - 15:00 | McDade Park, 1 Bald Mountain Road, Scranton
Join the Lackawanna County Environmental Office for a free Earth Day Event on Saturday, April 26, at McDade Park, 1 Bald Mountain Road, Scranton (Pavilion #2)!

Celebrate Earth Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with arts and crafts, music, vendors and more!

? Before the fun starts, join us for a pre-event community cleanup and invasive species removal from 9 to 11 a.m. (registration required for pre-event)

Register here: shorturl.at/eAhOA

Pine Brook Family Arts Festival
2025-04-26 12:00 - 16:00 | John Adams Elementary School, 927 Capouse Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania
Annual arts festival where local artists come out and present engaging activities for community children.
