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The Holiday Magic Continues...
Don't miss the Big Guy in his Little House!
Find out when to see Santa before he flies back to the North Pole!
Santa’s House in Ephrata
3rd Annual Ephrata Unexpected
Spend New Year's Eve ON the streets! Join us as we welcome the New Year with live music, a beer garden, fireworks, and more!
NYE 2024
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Who will be the winner?
Check out the most decked out and declare the winner of outdoor holiday decor!
Jingle Bell Trolley
The Historic Ephrata Cloister Christmas Ornament
The 3rd in our series is in - Just in time for holiday gift giving.
2024 Ornament
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Be in the know and be the first to find out about our plans for the future of Ephrata!
Mainspring MeetUp
Shop small and help big dreams come true!
Find out all the reasons to stay in town for your gift giving in 2024
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Learn More About What Mainspring Does
Connect The Business of Building Community: Mainspring’s Economic Impact Posted 10/25/2024
When I joined Mainspring two years ago, I was simply looking to give back to my hometown. What I discovered was an organization that's doing far more than community service – it's transforming Ephrata's economic landscape one project at a time.
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Local Highlights
Discover Explore Ephrata Scavenger Hunt Posted 9/6/2023
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Connect Nourishing Communities: The Vital Role of Independent Restaurants in Ephrata, PA Posted 9/6/2023
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Discover Nothing is as Fresh as Farm Stand Fresh Posted 7/19/2023
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Discover 5 Biking Essentials for the Casual Rider Posted 5/19/2021
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Things to SEE & DO
Ephrata Bike Park @ Heatherwood Bike Ephrata
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Emerging Downtown Ephrata

Are you a resident, business, or visitor to Ephrata, PA? Then you’re in the right place. At Mainspring of Ephrata, our mission is to improve the quality of life for our community by empowering local businesses, planning community events, and beautifying Ephrata streets. Since 2018, Mainspring of Ephrata has been a collaborative, imaginative, and impactful partner for Ephrata’s community groups, residents, and tourists. Contact our team today to learn more about how Mainspring of Ephrata can help you succeed.

What's Included In Our Main Street Program

What is the focus of Mainspring Of Ephrata? And how is our main street program helping out the community? We are so glad you asked! Our Ephrata main street program is centered around three main tenants:

1. City Beautification: We work to get Ephrata into top physical shape by capitalizing on its historic buildings, creating an inviting atmosphere, and ensuring that downtown and surrounding areas stay safe, clean, and green.

2. Business Development: We help local organizations succeed and assist new business owners with resources to help make their new venture a success.

3. Community Events: From planning Parties on the Plaza in downtown Ephrata to closing down the streets for our New Year’s Eve celebration, we are committed to providing the greater Ephrata area with perfect fun events for the whole family.

If you are interested in getting involved, consider volunteering with Mainspring of Ephrata or donating to our Non-Profit organization. Contact our team today!

Visit Ephrata, PA Today!

When it comes to Ephrata tourism, Mainspring of Ephrata is dedicated to getting the word out about how great our town is. We use our platform to bring in tourists who would benefit from our local businesses and great community events. From weekend getaways to a weeklong vacation, we want Ephrata, PA, to be a destination for people of all ages and walks of life. Visit downtown Ephrata today and experience the unique history, landscape, and people that make our town great. We look forward to seeing you!

Proud of our Heritage

Ephrata is proud of its history and heritage. From our beautiful architecture to our annual cultural traditions, there is community pride in our past, present, and future that is uniquely Ephrata.

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Vitality Economic stability for everyone.
Safety Providing a secure place for community growth.
Connection Facilitating communication and collaboration.
A community for all.
Building and sustaining a vibrant community

Mainspring of Ephrata is a proud member of the following organizations: Main Street America, Pennsylvania Downtown Center, Economic Development Company of Lancaster County, Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, and the Northern Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce.