March at the Lebanon Valley Exposition Center & Fairgrounds brings a vibrant mix of shopping, fundraising, fiber arts, and agriculture — offering something for families, crafters, collectors, and farmers alike.
Lebanon Valley Spring Spectacular
Saturday, March 7, 2026
The 10th Annual Lebanon Valley Spring Spectacular fills four halls of the Expo Center with nearly 200 crafters and vendors for a full day of spring shopping. West Hall, North Hall, Center Hall, and East Hall will all be buzzing with handmade goods, unique finds, and seasonal offerings.
Families will want to check out the Kid’s Korner, featuring springtime coloring pages, animal-themed face mask decorating, and a bring-your-own-camera photo station with visits from the Easter Bunny, Tinker Bell, and Cinderella.
Event Details:
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Admission & Parking: FREE
- Kid’s Korner Photo Schedule:
- 9–11 a.m. — Photos with the Easter Bunny
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m. — Photos with Tinker Bell and Cinderella
- More Info: www.whitmoyerevents.com/lv-spring-spectacular
40th Annual Bids-4-Kids Benefit Auction
Friday–Saturday, March 20–21, 2026
True Life Youth Ministries hosts its 40th Annual Bids-4-Kids Benefit Auction, a long-running community tradition and the organization’s largest annual fundraiser. Proceeds support free youth programs serving students and families throughout Lebanon City, including after-school education, STEM enrichment, mentoring, sports leagues, camps, and leadership development.
The weekend features thousands of items across multiple auction categories, family-friendly activities, food stands, and special events. Saturday highlights include an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast and a Chicken BBQ (advance tickets available). All registered bidders are automatically entered into a drawing for Forrest Frank concert tickets.
Event Details:
- Dates: Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21
- Admission: FREE — no tickets required to attend or bid
- Website: www.truelifeyouth.com/auction
- Facebook: facebook.com/share/1HUwtoCJqe
- Contact: office@truelifeyouth.com
Lancaster-Lebanon Quilt Show
Tuesday–Saturday, March 25–28, 2026
The Lancaster-Lebanon Quilt Show returns to the Expo Center for its 34th year, bringing four full days of quilting fun. Attendees can shop from 58 national vendors, view more than 200 quilts on display, choose from 50 classes, or sit in on any of the 24 free lectures held on the hour throughout each day.
With free admission and free parking, this year’s show is accessible to everyone seeking inspiration or simply wanting to enjoy a feast for the eyes. Stroll through aisles filled with over 60 vendors from across the U.S., where attendees can discover unique fabrics, innovative quilting tools, and the latest industry trends. Whether you’re searching for that perfect fabric or pattern or seeking new inspiration for your next project, the vendor mall is sure to captivate your creativity.
Event Details:
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily
- Admission & Parking: FREE
- More Info: www.thelancasterquiltshow.com
PennAg Expo: The Keystone Pork, Poultry & Manure Summit
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
The PennAg Expo brings together pork and poultry professionals, farmers, manure haulers, and nutrient management specialists for a full day of education, networking, and hands-on learning. More than 90 agribusinesses and service providers will be exhibiting on the tradeshow floor.
This year’s keynote speaker is Delaney Howell, host of the Ag News Daily podcast, who will discuss how geopolitical factors, trade policies, and global supply chains shape agricultural markets — with an interactive audience discussion on profitability strategies.
Attendees can earn certification credits including Pork Quality Assurance (PQA), CCA – Nutrient Management, Act 38 Nutrient Management Credits, and Act 49 Manure Hauler & Broker Credits through morning educational seminars. A revamped afternoon session, PennAg Expo Unplugged, will feature USDA Wildlife Services experts discussing biosecurity strategies for poultry producers, including free farm assessments to help prevent Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) losses.
Event Details:
- Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Admission: FREE
- Lunch: Pre-register for the Chicken & Pork BBQ fellowship lunch at $10 (limited door tickets available at $15). Pre-registration closes Monday, March 30.
- Register/Lunch Tickets: bit.ly/4sguK0n or call (717) 651-5920
- Website: pennag.com/the-expo
- Facebook: facebook.com/share/18ChEqCWQD
From springtime shopping and 40 years of community fundraising to nationally recognized quilt exhibitions and cutting-edge agricultural education, March at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center has something for every corner of the community. Mark your calendars and make a plan to visit.
