Clubs & Recurring Events
Clubs & Recurring Events
At West Art, our clubs and recurring weekly and monthly events bring people together. Led by passionate members of our community, these gatherings and workshops create space to connect, learn, and belong. From Film Club to Chess Club, Honky Tonk to Old Time Jam, Karaoke to Open Mics, and more, these weekly rituals turn strangers into regulars and regulars into friends. Have an idea for a club? Email us programs@westartlanc.com
Art Clubs at West Art
Kids Art Club
A creative space for young artists (Ages 2-6) to explore color, texture, and imagination through mixed-media projects. From collage to clay, each week offers a new way to experiment, express, and make a beautiful mess.
Drink & Draw
Join us every Thursday from 7-9 pm for Drink and Draw! A low-pressure art meetup that's open to all ages, skill levels, and artistic media! Hosted by @drinkndrawlanc
Watercolor Club
Join Jo Davis for an all-ages watercolor session in the Art Bar from 3-4 pm on Fridays— $15 per class paid via Venmo!
Music Events & Clubs
Kindermusik
The Kindermusik class is a fun, early-childhood music and movement session where young children (aged 1-6) and their caregivers participate together in singing, dancing, instrument play, circle games, and creative play that emphasize experiential learning, social-emotional skills, listening, thinking, and joyful community interaction. These classes, led by licensed Kindermusik educator Fiona Gillespie, offer a relaxed, adaptive environment with props and playful activities designed to nurture creativity, confidence, coordination, and connection through shared music-making. Wednesdays (mixed age) 9:30am & 10:30am classes. Thursdays (1-2 year olds) 9:30am class.
Old Time Jam
We’re excited to introduce a weekly Old Time Jam right here in the West Art Coffee⚡Bar, led by the one and only Danny Mulligan! Join us on Tuesday from 6:30-9:30 pm to play along, or just to listen! We welcome acoustic instruments, but please no drums or amplifiers. We’ve got a tasty menu of coffee drinks, tea, beer, wine & cocktails to enjoy along with the music. Looking forward to a good old time community jam- hope you’ll join us!
Acoustic Open Mic
1st and 3rd Wednesday from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Acoustic Open Mic with local songwriter Andrew Pauls. This open mic will take place in the Coffee Bar and is focused on acoustic music (i.e., no drum kit or amps). West Art will provide up to three inputs for your instrument and voice. Original songs are encouraged, but cover songs are always welcome! Each performer will have enough time to play 2-3 songs (10-15 minutes). Sign-ups at 6:30 pm! If you come to play, come to listen! Be prepared to be an attentive audience member and support the other performers.
Blast Off Open Mic
2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:00 - 9:00 pm - BLAST OFF Open Mic with Emily Siegrist. Emily Siegrist has been hosting open mics known as BLAST OFF in different locations in Lancaster City since 2013, aiming to build confidence and motivation for local musicians, rappers, poets, and comedians to reach their goals in the performing arts. This open mic is located in The Elbow Room (Basement) and takes place every 2nd and 4th Wednesday. Doors and signups are at 7 pm! If you come to play, come to listen! Be prepared to be an attentive audience member and support the other performers.
Songwriters Circle
Attention all songwriters! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting, here's your opportunity to share and workshop your songs in a welcoming and encouraging space. Led by Lancaster's own Andrew Pauls, this event promises a supportive environment where you can practice and refine your craft. Grab your instrument and join us for an energizing afternoon of creativity and camaraderie in a beautifully inspiring space. All levels of experience are welcome! These will be held at West Art on the 2nd Sunday of each month from 2-4 pm. See you there!
Soulfed Sunday
Welcome to Soulfed Sundays, a sacred space where artists, poets, and storytellers come to pour, uplift, and connect. This is hosted by Lassai every last Sunday of the month from 11 am - 1 pm, presented by HER SZN in collaboration with Speak to My Soul. This isn't a ticketed event, but tips are encouraged!
Square Dance!
Join West Art on the 4th Tuesday of each month for Square Dancing! Live music provided by The Speedwell Forgery and calling by JW Neilsen! Bring your dancing shoes and cowboy hats! No experience needed! $10-$20 suggested donation! Show up! Have fun!
Honky Tonk!
Welcome to the West Art Honky Tonk: an evening of free-wheelin' top-shelf honky-tonk at West Art! Danny Mulligan and The Do-Overs want to see YOU on the dance floor. Drawing on classic honky tonk sounds as their foundation, they've got plenty of original music, with a few inspired covers sprinkled in for good measure. Come ready- this music is best enjoyed with scootin' boots! Grab a friend, pick up your dancing shoes, and we'll see ya there! Note: Join us at 6:45 for a pre-show dance lesson! Music is at 7:30! *This is a ticketed event.*
Line Dance with JW!
Join us for an evening of guided line dance with your ever-gracious host, JW! This is for all levels, whether you’re just beginning or looking to brush the dust off your boots. We’ll do a line dancing lesson at 6, and the dancing will start at 6:30. This will take place in the lovely City Hall at West Art- and the Coffee Bar will be open w/ a full selection of espresso drinks, beer, wine, cocktails, and lots of great non-boozey options as well. Yee-haw! Cost: $10 suggested donation at the door (cash or Venmo)
Social
Chess Club
All levels (and ages) welcome. Thinkers, tinkerers, & quietly competitive unite. We've got the boards & the booze, all you have to do is show up with the brains.
Gleaners Film Club
Weekly visions in the dark — chasing the sublime, the sensory, the melancholic, the enraging. We orbit international art house and experimental cinema, but we drift where curiosity leads. Screenings are unannounced, surrender to the unknown & be transfigured.
Green Drinks
Green Drinks is a local meetup, sponsored by RegenAll, for all those interested in discussing climate solutions for a more regenerative future. It will be held on the third Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. at the West Art Coffee⚡Bar- which offers a thoughtfully curated variety of espresso drinks, beer, wine, and plenty of free-spirit (N/A) options. Something for everyone! Originally launched in 2018, Green Drinks went on hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, we’re bringing it back to life as a fun, casual gathering meant to inspire ideas for fighting climate change at the community level. All are welcome! No climate experience required, and we welcome folks from all backgrounds and sectors.
SPiLL LGBTQ+ Social
Inspired by gay tea dances from the 50s, SPiLL is a place for queer joy. Dance along with DJ Stygian, play games with FARBO Co, share stories, and meet new friends. We’re excited to see you again! $5 cover. 18+.
Latin Dance Night!
We’re making it official: monthly Latin dance nights are here. Join us for Salsa & Bachata lessons from Luis Santiago, and then DJ Rumspringa will bring back his high-energy mix designed to keep the floor moving all night long. No experience? Perfect. Been waiting for a sign to try Latin dance? This is your sign to do it. Bring a friend, bring your hips, let’s make the room move! Latin Dance Socials will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. *This is a ticketed event.*
The Sunday Picture
The Sunday Picture is a monthly film series hosted by local film buffs Matt Johnson and Skyler Gibbon. The 3rd Sunday of the month at 6 pm. Our theme for 2026 is Resistance, a series that explores the stories of people who refuse to accept the world as it is.
Wellness
Grateful Yoga
At The Grateful Yoga, we offer a variety of yoga classes in Lancaster, PA designed to support every body, every level, and every intention. Our classes are taught by Jesse & Jill, whether you’re brand new to yoga or deepening your practice, our class styles range from slow and restorative to energizing and dynamic. Explore what we offer and find the practice that feels right for you. *Sign Up Required*
Community Yoga w / Alax
We’re glad to offer community yoga twice a week in our beautiful, meditative spaces: Wednesday at 5:30 pm with Lija, and Sundays at 9:30 am with Alax. Both sessions are one-hour Vinyasa-style yoga with kind, experienced teachers to guide you. These classes don’t have a set fee, but all are welcome, and we invite you to pay what you can ($10-$20 value) in order to help keep these classes going. Bring a mat, and come join us!
Kickboxing!
Come learn the basic skills and sharpen your moves with world champion Joshua Buitrago. Engage in calisthenic and plyometric workouts that build a foundation for basic kickboxing skills. Learn kicking, punching, and ring fundamentals in a non-contact environment. No prior experience or equipment is required. This class is pay-what-you-can donation ($10-20 suggested, cash or Venmo).
Community Yoga w/ Lija
We’re glad to offer community yoga twice a week in our beautiful, meditative spaces: Wednesday at 5:30 pm with Lija, and Sundays at 9:30 am with Alax. Both sessions are one-hour Vinyasa-style yoga with kind, experienced teachers to guide you. These classes don’t have a set fee, but all are welcome, and we invite you to pay what you can ($10-$20 value) in order to help keep these classes going. Bring a mat, and come join us!
Other Upcoming Clubs
Sewing 101 with Suzy Dawn
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Community Center
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Community Center
Gleaners Film Club
7:00 - 9:00 pm
City Hall
7:00 - 9:00 pm
City Hall
Old Time Jam
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Art Bar
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Art Bar
SPiLL LGTBQ+ Social
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Sanctuary
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Sanctuary
Green Drinks!
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Art Bar
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Art Bar
Drink & Draw!
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Art Bar
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Art Bar
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