Must-See Attractions Self-Guided Tours & Maps Instagrammable Hot Spots
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THINGS TO DO
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ANNUAL EVENT CALENDAR
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DINING & DRINKS
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TASTE OF THE SEASONS
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SCRANTON IS REAL
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THE OFFICE SELF-GUIDED TOUR
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LACK AWANNA COUNTY HAUNTED TRAIL
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ACCOMMODATIONS
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OUTDOORS
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SHOPPING
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LACK AWANNA COUNTY MURAL TRAIL
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FRONT COVE R APRIL SHOWERS / SCRANTON EMPOWERS Bogart Ct, Scranton. Art Installation by Knarf Sabud Productions. Photo by Todd Hiller.
The Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau recognizes and honors the Lenape Tribe, who were the original inhabitants of the area that would become Lackawanna County.
Welcome to Lackawanna County, where the echoes of history resonate in our vibrant present. Nestled in the heart of Northeastern Pennsylvania, this historic region offers a captivating blend of nostalgia and modern vitality. Lackawanna County has a rich history, but there is much more to enjoy. Outdoor adventures, a vibrant arts scene, a wide variety of delicious ethnic cuisine, cool and eclectic shops, first-class accommodations, Triple-A baseball, a Live Nation concert venue, a premier ski resort, an aquarium, unique events, a National Historic site, museums, and the list goes on and on. We can’t possibly fit all the awesome into just one incredibly beautiful book, so check out the QR codes throughout our guide for additional information so you can plan the perfect Lackawanna County experience.
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Lackawanna County, a place where the past is cherished and the future embraced, invites you to experience the history that fueled our nation, celebrate our heritage, and discover the rejuvenated energy of a locale where what once was old is indeed new again.
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Four Seasons, Countless Reasons! No matter the time of year, Lackawanna County has festivals, sporting events, concerts, parades, and so much more.
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Spring into action in Northeastern PA! As the temperature rises, our area explodes into full bloom. Breathe in the fresh air, soak up the extra hours of sunlight, and experience unforgettable outdoor adventures and breathtaking views.
FR I DAY Take an invigorating hike or ride an ATV to a oneof-a-kind vista at the “Top of the World,” followed by a delicious dinner of authentic ethnic cuisine. From Italian and Mexican to incredible Asian fusion, Lackawanna County is a foodie’s paradise.
SATU R DAY Put the tour into tourism by combining some of our best self-guided tours and trails. Take The Office Self-Guided Tour and visit locations made famous by NBC’s hit television comedy show! Enjoy the colorful street art splashed throughout our area on the beautiful and inspiring Lackawanna County Mural Trail. You can have fun at your own pace on our self-guided excursions.
SU N DAY Beautiful green grass, the smell of popcorn, and the crack of the bat: spring means baseball is back in Lackawanna County! Take your family out to the ballgame at PNC Field and root, root, root for the RailRiders. THE OFFICE SELF-GUIDED TOUR
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Summer in Lackawanna County is an ideal chance to create lifelong memories. Whether for a concert, food festival, summer event, or just a relaxing weekend, Lackawanna County is the perfect summer getaway.
FRIDAY Give the kids a day they will never forget at two of our most family-friendly summer attractions. Spend the day at Lahey Family Fun Park playing mini golf, riding bumper boats, racing go-karts, and so much more. Follow that up by catching a summer blockbuster at America’s second longestrunning drive-in movie theater, the Circle Drive-In.
SATURDAY MONTAGE MOUNTAIN RESORTS
Get your group together and spend a sunny Saturday exploring the Lackawanna County Wine Trail (see page 57). Sip your way through 9 wineries with a delicious selection of your favorite varietals handmade by our local vintners. Hire one of our local car services, and they’ll ensure your group arrives safely and in style.
SUNDAY Spend a perfect summer Sunday experiencing Lackawanna County’s two amazing rivers. Start your day off working up a sweat, hiking or biking the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail while taking in the breathtaking views along Pennsylvania’s 2020 River of the Year, the Lackawanna River. Then beat the heat with a relaxing ride on the lazy river at Montage Mountain Waterpark.
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Lackawanna County’s landscapes burst with color as autumn arrives. With vibrant yellow, red, and orange leaves come an abundance of activities you won’t want to miss. It’s truly un-be-leaf-able.
FR I DAY Are you afraid of the dark? Take the Scranton After Dark Haunted Walking Tour and learn Downtown Scranton’s haunted history from the Lackawanna Historical Society or venture out on your own on our Lackawanna County Haunted Trail. Then head to Noir Dark Spirits for some spooky and delicious cocktails.
SATU R DAY Peep our leaves and enjoy our area’s beautiful collage of color. Hit the hottest spots by car or on foot for the best views Lackawanna County has to offer on our Fall Foliage Trail. Make your way to Steamtown National Historic Site to take an enchanting fall foliage train ride and soak in more stunning views.
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SU N DAY A day of harvest. Our area's premier fall entertainment venue and pumpkin patch, Roba Family Farms, is the perfect spot for all things autumn! Sip on apple cider and devour delicious cider donuts as you explore the corn maze, feed the animals, and enjoy all the other fun activities. Next, head to Lakeland Orchard & Cidery for their Apple Harvest Festival and see which of their more than 25 apple varieties are ripe and ready to enjoy. Then hop aboard their Lakeland Express and take a 1-mile train ride through the largest Halloween light display in Pennsylvania.
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As the weather turns colder, Lackawanna County becomes home to winter adventures. Hit the slopes, ice skate, or enjoy any of your favorite snow sports, then warm up by a fire with a hot beverage. Norman Rockwell couldn’t picture a more family-friendly winter destination.
FR I DAY Stay warm indoors as you explore the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den for a hands-on experience with aquatic life. You’ll be able to feel stingrays and see how they interact with one another. As the sharks swim by, you’ll be able to appreciate their immense power and learn the important role they play in the ocean. Then check out the new Rainforest expansion. Be sure to say hello to Mort, the bush baby; he’s super cute!
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Montage Mountain Ski Resort is the place to be for winter fun. Whether you prefer skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, or sitting next to a fire with a hot chocolate or an adult beverage, there’s no better location in Pennsylvania for your hibernal recreation.
SU N DAY Tis the season! Get into the yuletide spirit by taking a vintage trolley ride with Santa at the Electric City Trolley Station & Museum. You’ll need a reservation to join Saint Nick as he gives the reindeer a break and enjoys an electric excursion filled with holiday cheer. As the sun sets, visit our must-see holiday light displays for illustrious illuminations that would make Clark W. Griswold proud.
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Hot Spots
Lackawanna County offers a rich array of entertainment and outdoor experiences. Whether you seek the excitement of a concert featuring world-famous performers, captivating theater performances, or the chance to witness aspiring New York Yankees on their journey to the big leagues, you’ll find great tickets here. These big city attractions seamlessly blend with our charming countryside, making Lackawanna County the ideal destination for those who crave both the excitement of the city and the tranquility of rural life. With four distinct seasons, Lackawanna County provides year-round opportunities for outdoor adventures. We really are the best of both worlds.
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HISTORIC FUN Lackawanna County fueled the Industrial Revolution, served as a catalyst for the creation of unions and passing of child labor laws, was the epicenter of anthracite coal mining, and so much more. Our history is on full display at our interactive historical sites and museums. You can ride the rails at Steamtown National Historic Site, take an excursion back in time exploring a real coal mine, or learn why Scranton is known as the Electric City with a trip on a trolley. When you visit Lackawanna County, you can experience history.
FAMILY FUN Lackawanna County offers a diverse array of activities and attractions, so everyone can find something to get excited about while the whole family creates memories that will last a lifetime. Race go-karts, pet a goat, take in a show, explore our aquarium, catch a foul ball, take a hike, the sky is the limit. Seriously, you can go up in a hot air balloon, so the sky is literally the limit. No matter what your family is into, you can plan the perfect trip to Lackawanna County.
SUSTAINABLE FUN Some of the most beloved attractions in Lackawanna County don’t require a ticket, and no matter when you get here, you are right on time. Our parks, trails, and other natural attractions offer you and your family an opportunity to get outside and create your own adventures.
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SCRANTON/ WI LKES- BAR R E RAI LR I DE RS The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are the Triple-A affiliate of the New York Yankees and the pride of Lackawanna County. Having the opportunity to see tomorrow’s Major League All-Stars earn their pinstripes is a must for anyone who visits Lackawanna County from April to September. Players such as Aaron Judge, Nester Cortes Jr., Anthony Volpe, and more have been on the RailRiders’ roster. Located at the base of Montage Mountain in Moosic, PA, the RailRiders call beautiful PNC Field home. They offer family-friendly entertainment and fill their schedule with exciting promotions, theme nights, celebrity appearances, giveaways, and Friday night fireworks. You can visit the Hit Trax batting cage with the kids, meet the hilarious mascots, or enjoy great food and drinks at one of the many concession stands. You don’t have to love baseball to have a fantastic time at PNC Field.
THE CHAMP IS HERE The RailRiders’ biggest fan is their mascot, a large, lovable, furry blue bleacher creature named Champ. Champ has been with the team since 2007 and is still hoping to someday get promoted to the big leagues.
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APR 2 - APR 7 VS. SYRACUSE METS
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APR 16 - APR 21 VS. LEHIGH VALLEY IRONPIGS (AFFILIATE: PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES) MAY 7 - MAY 12 VS. ROCHESTER RED WINGS (AFFILIATE: WASHINGTON NATIONALS) MAY 21 - MAY 26 VS. SYRACUSE METS (AFFILIATE: NEW YORK METS) JUNE 4 - JUNE 9 VS. NORFOLK TIDES (AFFILIATE: BALTIMORE ORIOLES) JUNE 18 - JUNE 23 VS. BUFFALO BISONS (AFFILIATE: TORONTO BLUE JAYS)
JUNE 25 - JUNE 30 VS. WORCESTER RED SOX
(AFFILIATE: BOSTON RED SOX)
JULY 4 - JULY 6 VS. LEHIGH VALLEY IRONPIGS
(AFFILIATE: PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES)
JULY 23 - JULY 28 VS. WORCESTER RED SOX
(AFFILIATE: BOSTON RED SOX)
JULY 30 - AUG 4 VS. LOUISVILLE BATS
(AFFILIATE: CINCINNATI REDS)
AUG 13 - AUG 18 VS. BUFFALO BISONS
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AUG 27 - SEPT 1 VS. ROCHESTER RED WINGS
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SEPT 10 - SEPT 15 VS. LEHIGH VALLEY IRONPIGS
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Hosting the best events in NEPA, including craft brew festivals, wine festivals, music festivals, adult swim nights, and plenty of fun for the kids! PREMIER FACILITIES FOR EVENTS OF ALL SIZES THE BEST SKI RESORT IN PENNSYLVANIA SUMMER FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
MONTAG E MOU NTAI N R ESORTS When the dog days of summer set in, you can beat the heat at the Montage Mountain Resorts’ waterpark. Lounge in a cabana with friends, float on the lazy river, splash around in the wave pool, or ride one of their exciting waterslides. As temperatures get colder, Lackawanna County’s premier winter attraction comes to life. With easy-going beginner terrain and awesome snow tubing to the best expert slopes in PA, we’re sure there’s something for everyone. Covering over 140 skiable acres, 27 trails, 1,000 vertical feet, fullmountain night skiing, and breathtaking views of the valley, Montage Mountain is the place to make your dream winter adventure a reality. Don’t ski or want a break? Check out Midland; it’s the coolest way to enhance your time on the mountain. Featuring private tent rentals, outdoor craft food and beer, fire pits, and live music on weekends and holidays, Midland is the perfect spot to party or get warm before getting back on the slopes.
PARTY TIME Montage Mountain Resorts is your year-round destination for amazing events and festivals in Lackawanna County. Don’t miss the excitement – make it a point to explore their schedule every time you’re in town!
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TH E PAVI LION AT MONTAG E MOU NTAI N Day or night, the best place to enjoy music in Lackawanna County is on the Mountain. The Pavilion at Montage Mountain is host to Live Nation national headline acts. Home to The Peach Music Festival, concert lovers can’t wait to come back year after year to experience the unmistakable energy and party atmosphere that runs from the parking lot to the front row. Aside from Peach Fest, The Pavilion annually attracts music’s hottest acts to Lackawanna County. Whatever your musical preference, you’re sure to enjoy the line-up! This beautiful outdoor amphitheater holds 17,500 fans between the big-top tent and sprawling lawn and boasts some of the most up-to-date sound systems in the world. You will feel like you are on the stage from any seat in the house.
LAHEY FAM I LY FU N PAR K Located 5 minutes outside of Scranton, Lahey Family Fun Park is a family-owned amusement center that provides fun for the whole family! The exciting, newly renovated arcade hosts the best games and prizes for year-round enjoyment. Lahey features two award-winning 18-hole miniature golf courses, a thrilling 1/4 mile go-kart track with 2 over/under bridges, 9 batting cages, and bumper boats on a natural pond.
CI RCLE D R IVE- I N The Circle Drive-In is Lackawanna County’s only drive-in theater and the largest flea market in Northeastern PA. The Circle is one of the longest-running drive-ins in America, operating since 1949, and boasts two giant screens, one being the largest in PA. Its open-air flea market is open on Sundays from spring through fall, and they also host special events throughout the year.
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E LECTR I C CITY AQUAR I U M & R E PTI LE DE N Dedicated to education and conservation, the Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den’s 20,000-square-foot facility has been carefully planned to accommodate each member of their amphibian, reptile, rainforest, and marine life exhibits. Visitors of all ages will be mesmerized by the vibrant colors of the various species of fish swimming in crystal blue waters. Make sure to check their schedule to see when their expert keepers will be holding an educational program, feeding the sharks or alligators, or giving you the opportunity to touch some of your favorite new friends. There are so many incredible creatures and interactive displays that your kids will have an educational experience they’ll never forget. Sebastian the Crab was correct; it really is better, down where it’s wetter, under the sea.
FIN-TASTIC The blacktip reef shark is a common inhabitant of many tropical reef communities, as well as being our favorite inhabitant of the Electric City Aquarium.
I N D RALO KA AN I MAL SAN CTUARY Indraloka Animal Sanctuary is a private, charitable organization that offers a safe haven for farm animals with nowhere else to turn. It informs, inspires, and empowers the community, especially children, on how to better care for the environment while helping animals in need. Indraloka has saved the lives of thousands of farm animals. Presently, over 200 animals are thrilled to call the sanctuary their home and eagerly welcome visitors of all ages, providing an interactive and educational experience. Schedule a private tour and get up close and personal with the sanctuary’s residents—cuddle with the sheep, pamper the pigs with belly rubs, or pet the alpacas. The best part is that your entrance fee helps Indraloka care for these incredible creatures.
FARM FRIENDS Attend a public tour, private tour, or special event to discover firsthand why Indraloka is truly “heaven on earth” for these farm animals.
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LAKE LAN D ORCHAR D & CI DE RY With attractions for the young and refreshing hard cider for the young at heart, Lakeland Orchard & Cidery is a beloved summer and fall destination! Stroll through the beautiful zinnia and sunflower fields, handpick delicious apples and strawberries, or choose the perfect Christmas tree. Their Country Carousel, Scrambler, Pumpkin Bounce, Lakeland Express, Goat Corral, axe throwing, and fun-filled live music only brush the surface of the fun you can have on the farm!
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CHOO CHOO! Ride the Lakeland Express through the scenic orchard, especially when they transform it into a spooky Halloween light display during the fall season.
RO BA FAM I LY FAR M S Spend a crisp autumn afternoon picking your perfect pumpkin, feeding some goats, watching pig races, enjoying pony rides, and conquering the corn maze. You can rent a private tent site and bring your own food for a family picnic or savor treats from their numerous food stands. As the sun goes down, you can gather around a campfire and make s’mores or enjoy Roba’s famous homemade cider donuts. If the goal is to relax and enjoy everything the fall has to offer, then Roba Family Farms is your perfect destination!
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GLOWING PUMPKIN TRAIL Stroll the ¼ mile trail with 25+ carved pumpkin scenes, illuminated with lights, fog, and sounds for a magical experience!
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STEAMTOWN NATIONAL H I STOR I C S ITE Step back in time to experience how steam-powered engines drove the Industrial Revolution. At Steamtown National Historic Site, located in downtown Scranton, you can learn the history of the steam engine, see the giant locomotives that helped expand our nation, and ride the rails. You will feel the weight of history as you tour this national museum and will be amazed at the ingenuity of the engines and the turntable. Steamtown offers short train rides on select weekends. Check their schedule for longer seasonal excursions like their fall foliage and Holiday Express rides. Kids will love more than just the train ride; they can become a Junior Ranger, learn fun facts, and receive a free activity book. Steamtown National Historic Site is educational, historic, exciting, adventurous, and, most importantly, fun for the whole family.
FREE ENTRY, TICKETED RIDES Entrance to Steamtown National Historic Site is free, however, you’ll need to buy tickets for any of their exciting train rides.
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Go down in history! Put on a hard hat, board a mine car, and descend 300 feet beneath the Earth’s surface into an anthracite coal mine originally opened in 1860. Follow your guide through underground gangways and rock tunnels past three different veins of hard coal. Listen as they explain the fascinating methods and heroic efforts involved as men and boys worked to heat a nation and fuel the conversion of America’s economy from agriculture to industry. After the tour, pick up some cool coal collectibles at the gift shop! A National Award-Winning Historical Attraction, the Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour operates from April to November and is a must-see for locals and visitors alike.
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COOL STORY Dress appropriately; the coal mine stays a cool 53º F year-round, and the tour lasts about an hour.
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ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY STATION & MUSEUM The Electric City Trolley Station & Museum commemorates the first successfully operational electric-powered streetcar system in the U.S. Enjoy the interactive exhibits and displays, including vintage trolleys. Climb aboard an authentic antique trolley for a 5 ½ mile trip over Roaring Brook through the mile-long tunnel and along the original “Laurel Line.” The Electric City Trolley Station & Museum has special character and holiday rides throughout the year, as well as trips to select Sunday RailRiders games.
EVERHART MUSEUM Founded in 1908, the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art engages and inspires visitors through a variety of exhibitions, educational programs, and events for people of all ages and backgrounds. From its foundational taxidermy collection, fossil gallery, and rock and mineral displays to world-class cultural artifacts from peoples around the world, the Everhart catalogs, preserves, and shares histories near and far. The Everhart features regularly changing exhibitions, both curated from the Museum’s extensive collections and brought in from across the country.
HOUDINI MUSEUM Touted as the only building devoted to Harry Houdini in the world, the Houdini Museum in Scranton is a rare treat for the young and old alike! Take a guided tour of the 150-year-old historic building, enjoy a short film, and top it off with an hourlong, fun-filled stage magic show with a professional magician and live animals. It’s a standing ovation every time! Plus, enjoy rare film footage of Harry Houdini not seen anywhere else. The Houdini Museum also hosts paranormal events throughout the fall season. Find out if you’re a skeptic or a believer and participate in the museum’s Haunted Séance — if you dare!
DESTINATION FREEDOM U N DE RG ROU N D RAI LROAD WALKI N G TOU R The Destination Freedom: Underground Railroad Walking Tour of Waverly is the only program of its kind centered around the local Underground Railroad and Civil War era history in Lackawanna County. This interactive program explores the lives of formerly enslaved settlers and abolitionists in the small village. Its aim is to tell the story of Waverly by exploring the town itself and using the experiences of 19th-century Waverly residents to better understand the world around us today. Destination Freedom is one of the locations on the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom, and draws year-round visitors, serving as a valuable historical attraction.
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ATTRACTIONS
CINEMAS
Alpacas of Sunshine Farm New Milford
Cinemark 20 and XD Moosic
Alpacas of Windy Haven Farm Covington Twp
Circle Drive-In Dickson City
Circle of Screams Haunted Attraction Dickson City Claws ‘N’ Paws Wild Animal Park Lake Ariel Dave & Buster’s Moosic Dorflinger-Suydam Glass Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary White Mills Electric City Aquarium & Reptile Den Scranton Idle Hours Entertainment North Scranton Indraloka Animal Sanctuary Dalton Lahey Family Fun Park Clarks Summit Lakeland Orchard & Cidery Scott Twp Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino & Racetrack Wilkes-Barre Montage Mountain Ski & Waterpark Resort Scranton Roba Family Farms North Abington Twp Safari Farm Petting Zoo Lake Ariel Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Moosic The Pavilion at Montage Mountain Scranton
Regal Dickson City & IMAX Dickson City Scranton Art Haus Scranton
GOLF Fawnwood Golf Complex Scranton Lakeland Golf Club Fleetville Marjon Golf Course Roaring Brook Twp Pine Hills Country Club Taylor Scott Greens Golf Club Scott Twp Sleepy Hollow Golf Course Greenfield Twp Summit Hills Golf Course Clarks Summit The Club at the Highlands Archbald Wemberly Hills Golf Course Olyphant
HISTORICAL ATTRACTIONS Destination Freedom: Underground Railroad Walking Tour of Waverly Waverly Electric City Trolley Station & Museum Scranton Everhart Museum Scranton G.A.R. Civil War Museum & Library Scranton Houdini Museum & Magic Show Scranton Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour Scranton Lackawanna Historical Society Scranton Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum Scranton PA Anthracite Heritage Museum Scranton Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train Ashland Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple Scranton Scranton Iron Furnaces Scranton
SLEEPY HOLLOW GOLF COURSE
BALLOON CHASE ADVENTURES
Steamtown National Historic Site Scranton
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES Balloon Chase Adventures Moscow Endless Mountain Hot Air Balloons Northeastern PA
SPAS & WELLNESS Alexander’s Salon & Spa Scranton Lavish Body & Home Scranton Sonder Wellness Spa Clarks Summit The Giving Tree Wellness Center Scranton The Salted Pixie Archbald The Wonderstone Gallery Dunmore
WHITEWATER CHALLENGERS
SPORTS & RECREATION
ALPACAS OF WINDY HAVEN FARM
DEFY Extreme Air Sports Scranton Deer Path Riding Stable White Haven Electric City Axe Throwing Scranton Greater Scranton YMCA Dunmore High Tines Archery Dunmore Lackawanna Heritage Valley’s Free BikeShare Carbondale Peckville Scranton Mayfield Sports Complex Mayfield Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino & Racetrack Wilkes-Barre Roll Call Indoor Firing Range Scranton Sky Zone Pittston Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals Falls The Lost Trails ATV Adventures Dunmore
WORKSHOPS & STUDIOS
The Rink at Mayfield Sports Complex Mayfield
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Treasure Hill Stable Covington Twp USA Ninja Nook Mayfield Valley Bowling Lanes Carbondale THE LOST TRAILS ATV ADVENTURES
Abington Art Studio Clarks Summit Spirited Art / Paint & Sip Studio Dickson City Vintage Kitchen / Cooking Classes Scranton
Whitewater Challengers Weatherly
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If your children say, "I'm bored. There's nothing to do!" or similar phrases, they may have fallen victim to a villain so despicable that he is the arch-nemesis of kids everywhere, the evil Doctor Boredom. There's no need to fret! Lackawanna County is the perfect destination to battle Boredom. You can treat your kids to an exciting ball game, get hands-on with cute and cuddly animals, snow tube down a beautiful ski mountain, see which family member is the fastest go-kart racer, and so much more.
With captivating attractions and thrilling outdoor escapades, Lackawanna County's the perfect backdrop for your young heroes to thwart Doctor Boredom's nefarious plans, ensuring endless excitement and fun for all!
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Steamtown National Historic Site
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders Electric City Trolley Station & Museum
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Montage Mountain Resorts
Everhart Museum
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Indraloka Animal Sanctuary
Safari Farm Petting Zoo
Lahey Family Fun Park
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Festivities
We celebrate our diverse cultures through lively parades and food festivals, honor our heritage with unique and exciting events, and support our ever growing arts scene through a plethora of annual celebrations held throughout Lackawanna County. Family is at the center of our celebrations, both as the catalyst for the occasion and the makeup of the revelers. Each of these events provides an opportunity for everyone to share in the fun. Attend one of our festivals, and you’ll make it an annual family trip before you even get home.
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MONTAGE MOUNTAINFEST / PRESTON & STEVE’S CARDBOARD CL ASSIC
FOUR SEASONS OF PARTIES There are twelve months in a year, and in Lackawanna County we fill each page of our calendar with as many parties as possible. We have festivals celebrating wine, beer, flowers, holidays, theater, music, ice, trains, tattoos, our river, and so much more. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall, Lackawanna County has a festival to celebrate them all.
SAVOR THE FLAVORS Lackawanna County is an ethnic melting pot, and we’ve used that pot along with some pans and trays to cook up food festivals that serve delectable, authentic cuisine. Shakespeare taught us that a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet. Well, in Lackawanna County, we’ve also learned that while you might not be familiar with the dishes on the menu at our food festivals, the deliciousness doesn’t get lost in the translation.
DIVERSE CELEBRATIONS Lackawanna County’s population is made up of immigrants and the descendants of immigrants from around the world. There is something they all share; pride. Our people are proud of where they came from and eager to share their history and heritage with their neighbors and visitors alike. Learning about and appreciating each other promotes acceptance and understanding, and that is something worth celebrating.
Find more info about festivities in Lackawanna County.
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April BROADWAY IN SCRANTON: COME FROM AWAY broadwayinscranton.com
Find more info about our can't-miss signature events and festivals and view the full event calendar.
Monthly FIRST FRIDAY SCRANTON firstfridayscranton.com
ELECTRIC CITY TATTOO CONVENTION electriccitytattoo.com
First Friday of Every Month January — December
ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY STATION & MUSEUM: EXCURSIONS BEGIN ectma.org
January
LACKAWANNA COAL MINE TOUR: OPENS lackawannacounty.org
BROADWAY IN SCRANTON: HAIRSPRAY broadwayinscranton.com
NEPA PHILHARMONIC PNC POPS nepaphil.org
CLARKS SUMMIT FESTIVAL OF ICE Facebook: Clarks Summit Festivities
SCRANTON HALF MARATHON & 5K scrantonhalf.com
SHIVERFEST lrca.org
SCRANTON/WILKES-BARRE RAILRIDERS: HOME OPENER swbrailriders.com
SPECIAL OLYMPICS POLAR PLUNGE montagemountainresorts.com ELECTRIC CIT Y TAT TOO CONVENTION
February
SPRING BREWFEST montagemountainresorts.com
BROADWAY IN SCRANTON: ANNIE broadwayinscranton.com PRESIDENTS’ WEEKEND TORCHLIGHT PARADE & FIREWORKS montagemountainresorts.com
March BROADWAY IN SCRANTON: THE CHER SHOW broadwayinscranton.com MONTAGE MOUNTAINFEST / PRESTON & STEVE'S CARDBOARD CLASSIC montagemountainresorts.com NEPA PHILHARMONIC CHAMBER III nepaphil.org
MOSCOW COUNTRY STREET FAIR
SCRANTON ST. PATRICK'S PARADE stpatparade.com
May BROADWAY IN SCRANTON: PRETTY WOMAN – THE MUSICAL broadwayinscranton.com LACKAWANNA COUNTY HERITAGE FAIR lackawannacountyheritagefairs.com BROADWAY IN SCR ANTON
LAKELAND ORCHARD & CIDERY: OPENS lakelandorchard.com MONTAGE MOUNTAIN WATERPARK: OPENING WEEKEND montagemountainresorts.com SAINT UBALDO DAY: RACE OF THE SAINTS stubaldoday.com SPRING WINEFEST montagemountainresorts.com
SCR ANTON JAZZ FESTIVAL
THE OFFICE 5K theoffice5k.com
June
September
FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW villacapricruisers.org
CIRCLE OF SCREAMS HAUNTED ATTRACTION: OPENS circleofscreams.com
GREEK FOOD FESTIVAL annunciationscranton.org INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE DAY: RAILFEST & ARTS ON FIRE FESTIVAL nps.gov/stea LACKAWANNA COUNTY HERITAGE FAIR lackawannacountyheritagefairs.com NEPA YOGA FESTIVAL nepayogafest.com OUTDOOR ADVENTURE TRAIN EXCURSION lhva.org
FALL WINE FESTIVAL montagemountainresorts.com FELITTESE FESTIVAL Facebook: Felittese Association LA FESTA ITALIANA lafestaitaliana.org RIVERFEST lrca.org ROBA FAMILY FARMS: OPENS robafamilyfarms.com SCRANTON FRINGE FESTIVAL scrantonfringe.org
L A FESTA ITALIANA
October BONFIRE FALL FESTIVAL AT THE SCRANTON IRON FURNACES Facebook: Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum
NEPA PHILHARMONIC PNC HOLIDAY POPS PERFORMANCE nepaphil.org
HALLOWEEN FEST & MAGICAL WITCH TROLLEY EXCURSION ectma.org
SANTA ON THE TROLLEY EXCURSIONS ectma.org
HALLOWEEN PARTY & $5,000 COSTUME CONTEST montagemountainresorts.com
SNOW FORGE Facebook: Snow Forge PA
November
MOSCOW COUNTRY STREET FAIR northpoconoculturalsociety.org
ELF ON THE SHELF TROLLEY EXCURSION ectma.org
August CIGAR-BQ montagemountainresorts.com LA FESTA ITALIANA lafestaitaliana.org PIONEER NIGHTS COMMUNITY FESTIVAL Facebook: Carbondale Pioneer Nights SCRANTON JAZZ FESTIVAL scrantonjazzfestival.org
HOLIDAY LIGHT SPECTACULAR AT NAY AUG PARK nayaugpark.org
“GHOULS-BORO” HALLOWEEN TRAIN EXCURSION nps.gov/stea
July
THE PEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL livenation.com
HOLIDAY CELEBRATION AT THE ELECTRIC CITY TROLLEY STATION & MUSEUM ectma.org
LACKAWANNA WINTER MARKET Facebook: lackawannamarkets
THE DUNMORE CEMETERY TOUR Facebook: The Dunmore Cemetery Tour
SCRANTASTIC SPECTACULAR scrantasticspectacular.com
December
FALL FOLIAGE TRAIN RIDES AT STEAMTOWN nps.gov/stea
STEAMTOWN MARATHON steamtownmarathon.com
ST. ANN’S SOLEMN NOVENA stannsmonasterybasilica.org
FATHER’S DAY CAR SHOW
THE SANTA TRAIN “CHRISTMAS IN A SMALL TOWN” CELEBRATION lhva.org WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY montagemountainresorts.com
FALL FAMILY FUN DAY lhva.org HOLIDAY LIGHT SPECTACULAR AT NAY AUG PARK nayaugpark.org RHYTHM & BREWS FESTIVAL montagemountainresorts.com SANTA ON THE TROLLEY EXCURSIONS ectma.org THE NUTCRACKER balletscranton.org THE SANTA PARADE Facebook: The Santa Parade TIMES-SHAMROCK TOWER LIGHTING & FIREWORKS rock107.com
THE DUNMORE CEMETERY TOUR
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The Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade is the largest annual celebration in Lackawanna County. Since 1962, the St. Patrick’s Parade Day Association of Lackawanna County has conducted this nationally acclaimed parade the weekend before the Feast of St. Patrick (St. Patrick’s Day). “Parade Day,” as it’s known locally, is one of the largest St. Patrick’s parades in the country, regularly attracting 150,000 spectators. The parade boasts over 12,000 participants, including Irish groups and societies, bagpipers, elaborate floats, and much more!
Lackawanna County’s most unique festival only happens in two places in the world: the sister cities of Jessup, Pennsylvania, and Gubbio, Italy. Brought to Jessup in 1909, St. Ubaldo Day was a way for immigrants from Gubbio, who largely settled in Jessup, to feel connected to the home they left behind. This wonderful tradition, which takes place on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend, is an exciting combination of color, culture, pride, and faith that the whole family will enjoy.
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The Lackawanna County Heritage Fair combines our rich history, blend of cultures, and delicious ethnic cuisine with carnival amusements, live entertainment, and waterslides. Held at Montage Mountain Resorts, your ticket gets you full access to its waterpark and all the rides you can handle. Different from an agricultural fair, the Lackawanna County version centers its focus on the area’s heritage and uses interactive displays, local artisans, and educational demonstrations to accomplish their mission. On-site parking is free for the Lackawanna County Heritage Fair.
One of Lackawanna County’s most delicious traditions is La Festa Italiana. Held annually on Labor Day Weekend, the four-day celebration of culture, cuisine, and music brings together people of all ethnic backgrounds from near and far. “La Festa,” as the locals call it, attracts over 100,000 people annually to Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton to enjoy the food, live music, and shopping from local vendors. Make sure you try the cannoli!
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Montage Mountain Resorts has partnered with 93.3 WMMR’s Preston & Steve Show to create Lackawanna County’s most unique winter festival. Get ready for two amazing days on the mountain, featuring performances by OAR, Collective Soul, and The 502s, Cardboard Classic races, fireworks, and so much more. Build your own cardboard box sled and test your mettle by riding it down the slopes while two of Philadelphia’s favorite radio personalities broadcast all the hysterical action. This March festival celebrates winter and marks the coming of spring. You’ve never seen anything like it!
The Santa Parade has been putting smiles on thousands of children’s faces and injecting Christmas spirit into Lackawanna County for 30 years. Catch a glimpse of all your favorite Christmas characters as they kick off the holiday season in style each November. Featuring marching bands, twirlers, dancers, floats, giant inflatables, and Jolly Old Saint Nick, Charles Dickens himself would love it!
When massive ice sculptures line State Street and live performers are on every corner, you know it’s time for the Clarks Summit Festival of Ice. Admission and parking are free to this frigid event, which features live bands, games, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a phenomenal parade. The Clarks Summit Festival of Ice brings an atmosphere of winter wonderment to Lackawanna County that you won’t want to miss.
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Push your limits in the annual Scranton Half Marathon, a 13.1-mile foot race that energizes Scranton each spring as thousands of participants take to the city’s streets and trails. Opt for the Scranton 5k the day before, or take on The Doherty Double by doing both the 5k and Half for a true test of stamina!
A local favorite, the Steamtown Marathon occurs annually in October. The marathon runs through 14 Lackawanna County communities, including 4.2 miles of paved trails along the Lackawanna River. The Steamtown Marathon is a nationally recognized, USATF-certified event that Runner’s World has ranked as the 6th best overall marathon.
LOCAL ROUND UP
The Office TV show famously declared there “Ain’t no party like a Scranton party!” That’s very true, but Lackawanna County as a whole hosts unique events year-round that are guaranteed fun for the whole family.
HONEYBEE & HARVEST DAY
SCR ANTASTIC SPECTACUL AR
ADULT SWIM AT MONTAGE MOUNTAIN RESORTS
THE LIT TLE MERMAID ON THE TROLLEY
CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT THE CIRCLE DRIVE-IN
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WHAT ’S COOKING? ATTE NTION FOODI ES!
Cuisine
One of Lackawanna County’s greatest assets is its wide variety of delicious and diverse cuisine. You will find homemade options from around the world at our veritable potpourri of family-owned restaurants. From traditional Italian delicacies and world-famous pizza to authentic Mexican, gourmet ramen, and everything in between, your taste buds will be begging you to come back for more. Whatever your reason for visiting, always make sure to schedule a dinner break.
LUCCA FRESCA
THE 16 TH WARD
A DELICIOUS HISTORY Old-world favorites are our bread and butter. Lackawanna County is profoundly influenced by our rich past. When immigrants from around the world settled in Lackawanna County, they brought their cultures, traditions, and, possibly best of all, their bounty of unique recipes. Sensational homemade pasta, authentic handmade tamales, delectable pierogies, and traditional souvlaki are just some of the mouthwateringly delicious dishes that will make you think you have traveled internationally.
A FRESH PERSPECTIVE Locally sourced sustainable organic ingredients, gluten-free, vegan, plant-based, smoke-infused, and fusion dishes are readily available, as well as a great wedge salad and a steak that looks like it belongs on the Flintstones. Whether you’re looking for modern and trendy or classic comfort food, you will find a way to tempt your taste buds in Lackawanna County.
QUENCH YOUR THIRST Life has gotten busier, and opportunities to relax with your significant other, friends, and family over an adult beverage are few and far between. You deserve some time to let loose and enjoy delicious cocktails outside on a beautiful sunny day, watch a game at a craft brewery with a pint of cold beer, sip homemade wine while the sun gently sets on a gorgeous vista, dance the night away to the music of a live band in an even livelier bar, or all of the above. After all, it’s important to make the time to stop and smell the rosé.
Find more info about dining in Lackawanna County.
THE R AILYARD
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SB Sunday Brunch B Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner m Dog-Friendly Patio
3 Jacks Burger Bar American / L • D Dunmore
ALTER HOUSE RESTAUR ANT & BAR
570 Ramen Japanese / L • D Dickson City Abbiocco Italian • American L•D/m Clarks Summit Abe’s Kosher Delicatessen Jewish / B • L Scranton
THE CAFÉ AT GREYSTONE GARDENS
AKI Asian Restaurant Asian / L • D Olyphant
Angelo’s Italian Ristorante Italian / D Dunmore
Ale Mary’s at The Bittenbender American / L • D / m Scranton
Anthony’s Restaurant Italian • Pizza / D / m Old Forge Armetta’s Restaurant & Pizzeria American • Italian • Pizza L•D Chinchilla
Alexander’s Family Restaurant American / L • D Mayfield Alfredo’s Pizza Café & Restaurant Italian • Pizza L•D/m Scranton
Augustine’s Club 17 Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge AV Restaurant & Lounge Italian / D / m Scranton
Alter House Restaurant & Bar American • Seasonal Farm-to-Table / SB • D Clarks Summit
Backyard Ale House American SB • L • D / m Scranton
Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub American / L • D / m Scranton Andy’s Pizza Pizza / D Peckville
Bar Pazzo Italian • Pizza / D Scranton ITALO'S RESTAUR ANT
BAR PAZZO
Bartari American / SB • L • D Scranton Benny’s American / L • D / m Peckville Bittoo’s Tikka Junction Indian / L • D Dickson City Boulevard Diner American • Greek / B • L • D Scranton Breaker Brewing Outpost American / SB • L • D / m Archbald Burrito Loco Cantina & Grill Mexican / L • D Dickson City Café Rinaldi Italian • Pizza / D Old Forge Camelot Restaurant & Inn American / SB • L • D Clarks Summit
Coney Island Lunch American / L Scranton Coney Island of Scranton American / L • D Scranton Cooper’s Seafood House American • Seafood / L • D Scranton Cosmo’s Cheesesteaks American / L • D / m Scranton Cura’s Restaurant Mexican • Salvadoran / L • D Scranton
EDEN – A VEGAN CAFÉ
Cusumano Italian • Pizza / D / m Old Forge De Pura Cepa Puerto Rican / L • D Dickson City
Carwanna American / L • D Carbondale
Dooley’s Pub & Eatery American / D Old Forge
Casa Bella Italian / D Scranton
Downtown Deli & Eatery American / B • L / m Scranton
Chaplin’s Honky Tonk Restaurant & Saloon American / B • L • D Dunmore
DreamMex Mexican Restaurant & Bar Mexican / L • D Scranton
Chef Von & Mom American / L • D Scranton
Eden - A Vegan Café American • Vegan / L • D Scranton
Chicano’s Restaurant Mexican / L • D Scranton
Electric City Roasting Café Coffee / B • L Peckville
Chifa Peru Peruvian • Chinese / L • D Scranton
HARVEST SEASONAL GRILL & WINE BAR
Ethan’s Eats American / B • L Olyphant
China Palace Restaurant Chinese / L • D Scranton
Fork ‘N’ Bowl American / L • D Scranton
Coccetti’s Restaurant & Bakery American / B • L Peckville
Formosa Restaurant Asian / D Clarks Summit
Colarusso’s Coal Fired Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D Dickson City
Frank’s Place American / L • D / m Simpson FuDa Sushi, Hibachi, & Chinese Restaurant Chinese • Japanese / L • D Covington Twp Fuji Ramen Japanese / L • D Scranton Glider Diner American / B • L • D Scranton Grande Pizza & Family Restaurant Italian • American • Pizza L•D Moosic
FORK ‘N’ BOWL
Grande Pizza Restaurant & Bar American • Italian • Pizza L•D Dunmore
CONEY ISL AND OF SCR ANTON
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L A TONALTECA
La Tonalteca Mexican / L • D / m Scranton Lace Works Tap & Grill American / SB • D / m Scranton Leo’s Delicatessen & Marketplace American / L • D Archbald
Mansour’s Market Café American / B • L Scranton Market Street Bar & Grill American / L • D Scranton
WINDSOR INN
Mary Lou’s Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge
Greek American Grill Greek • American / B • L • D Dickson City
Maximum Zen American • Vegan / L Clarks Summit
Hacienda Volcan Mexican / L • D Scranton
Mickey Gannon’s American / D Scranton
Happy Valley Sports Bar American / L • D Dickson City
Mi Ranchito Colombian Restaurant Colombian / B • L • D Scranton
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar American • Seasonal Farm-to-Table • Vegan SB • L • D / m Moosic
Moon Tavern & Entertainment Complex American / D Dickson City
Henry’s on Clay American / B • L Dunmore
Nearme Café American • Vegetarian B•L/m Moosic
Hooked on State Street American • Seafood / L • D Clarks Summit Ipanema Grille Brazilian Steakhouse / D Scranton Italo’s Restaurant Mexican / L • D Scranton Jak’s Pub & Eatery American • Pizza / D Jessup Joseph’s Restaurant American • Italian B•L•D/m Peckville Kabuki Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar Japanese Steakhouse L•D Peckville Kay’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Italian • Pizza / L • D Covington Twp Kelly’s Pub & Eatery American / D Scranton Kōl Grill American / D Carbondale Kyoto Japanese / D Clarks Summit
HOOKED ON STATE STREET
New Amber Indian Restaurant Indian / L • D Moosic
SPACE BETWEEN PHOTOS
Lucca Restaurant Italian • American / B • L • D Taylor
Nonno’s Pizza & Family Restaurant Italian • American • Pizza L•D Moosic Olde Brook Inn American / L • D Spring Brook Twp Oliveri’s Crystal Lake Hotel Italian / D Carbondale Osaka Restaurant Japanese Steakhouse L•D Scranton OTOWN Bar & Grill American / L • D / m Olyphant Pasquale’s Pizzeria & Family Restaurant Italian • American • Pizza L•D Archbald Pete N’ Reenies American / L • D Archbald Pettinato’s Restaurant Italian / D Carbondale Pinky’s Family Restaurant American / B • L Carbondale Pizza By Pappas American • Pizza / L • D / m Scranton Poor Richard’s Pub American / D Scranton Ragnacci’s Family Restaurant & Lounge Italian / L • D Dunmore Revello’s Pizza Italian • Pizza / L • D / m Old Forge Rossi’s Ristorante Italian / D Archbald Sacco’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Italian • American • Pizza L•D Scranton
Saigon Corner Vietnamese Restaurant Vietnamese / L • D Scranton
BREAKER BREWING OUTPOST
The Railyard American / SB • D / m Scranton The Salad Shop American / L Scranton
Salerno’s Café Italian • Pizza / L • D Old Forge
The Union Craft House American / L • D Taylor
Sibio’s Restaurant Italian / L • D Dunmore
The Wood Grille Italian • American / D Scranton
Sidel’s Restaurant American / D Scranton
Tiffany’s Tap & Grill American / L • D Archbald
Smiler’s Grill & Bar American / L • D Dickson City State Street Grill American / SB • L • D / m Clarks Summit
Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse Japanese Steakhouse L•D Dickson City
Stirna’s Restaurant American / D Scranton
Trax Bar + Kitchen American / L • D Scranton
COOPER'S SEAFOOD HOUSE
Sushi & Thai Asian Restaurant Asian / L • D Dunmore
Villa Maria II Italian • American • Pizza / L • D Scranton
Thai Rak Thai Taiwanese / L • D Scranton
Wanda Mofongo House Spanish Caribbean L•D Scranton
Thai Thai Taiwanese / L • D Scranton
Windsor Inn American • Pizza / L • D Jermyn
The 16th Ward American / D Scranton
Y Knot Pub & Eatery American / L • D / m Elmhurst
The 1905 Tavern American / L • D Scranton
Yume Japanese / L • D Scranton
The Bar and Company American / SB • L • D / m Olyphant
Zaleski’s Clubhouse Café American • Pizza / D Scranton
The Blue Shutters Restaurant American / D Elmhurst Twp
Zummo’s Café American • Coffee B•L•D Scranton The Café at Greystone Gardens Mediterranean L•D/m Clarks Summit The Eatery by Jessica American / B • L Jessup The Fireside Martini Grill American / D Dunmore The Garden Restaurant Middle Eastern • Mediterranean / L • D / m Scranton The High Bridge House American / L • D Spring Brook Twp
COL ARUSSO’S COAL FIRED PIZZA
The Loading Dock Bar & Grill American / L • D Dunmore
KŌL GRILL
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From the famous “Pizza Capital of the World,” Old Forge, to the variety and flavors of every city and town in Lackawanna County, there’s not “mushroom” for improvement in our pizza game! Lackawanna County is known for its wide selection of phenomenal pizza. Over 160 pizzerias throughout the county serve up a variety of pies and trays that are delectable... and downright cheesy! To showcase just how incredible our pizza is, we have created the Lackawanna County Pizza Trail, compiling the 60 local favorites you won’t be able to resist. Pick up your pizza passport to help you plan a self-guided tour the whole family will enjoy. Collect stamps at all the pizzerias in each region on the map to receive a special gift commemorating your experience!
No matter how you slice it, our unique assortment of pizza reigns supreme! The Lackawanna County Pizza Trail is sure to be the cheesiest tour you’ll ever take!
Find more info and where to pick up your pizza passport for the Lackawanna County Pizza Trail.
ARCARO & GENELL
TAYLOR DELI & CAFE
ANDY’S PIZZA
T WO BROTHER’S RESTAUR ANT & PIZZERIA
LUIGI’S RESTAUR ANT & PIZZERIA
CUSUMANO
REVELLO’S PIZZA
DINO & FR ANCESCO’S PIZZERIA & RESTAUR ANT
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DUCK DONUTS
ICING ON THE CAKE Lackawanna County is the ultimate destination for those seeking to indulge their sweetest desires.
Find more info about sweets in Lackawanna County.
FRUTAS LOCAS
GINO’S BISTRO BAR & BANQUET
CHOCOLATES & CAN DI ES Bella Faccias Personalized Chocolates & Gifts Old Forge Chocolate Creations Peckville Dunmore Candy Kitchen Dunmore Moosic Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Dunmore Dickson City Clarks Summit Scranton
BL ACK CAT BAKERY
MANNING FARM DAIRY @preppyprosthetics
Jon Stopay Candies Taylor Nibbles & Bits Dunmore
BAKE D GOODS 3 Tiers Bakery Carbondale Bakery on Clay Dunmore Barbour’s Bakery Carbondale Bella Baketique Old Forge
Black Cat Bakery Taylor
Duck Donuts Moosic
Carmella’s Italian Deli & Pastries Scranton
Florita’s Bakery Scranton
Coccetti’s: A Restaurant & Bakery Peckville Creative Cakes & Desserts Clarks Summit Cuppa Cake Café Scranton
Ginger’s Pies Archbald
Maximum Zen Bakery Clarks Summit
Gino’s Bistro Bar & Banquet Throop
Mi Ranchito Bakery Scranton
Great Temptations Scranton
Minooka Pastry Shop Scranton
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Clarks Summit Scranton
My Mother’s Delicacies Scranton
Osborne Specialties Scranton Pilgers’ Pastries Scranton Queen of Tarts Desserts Archbald Sugar Ray’s Bakery Peckville Sweet Treats Café Peckville The Welsh Tea Shoppe Clarks Summit
National Pastry Bake Shop Scranton
SMOOTH I ES & BOBA TEAS Blend’d Smoothie Bar Clarks Summit
Lynn Sandy’s Bakery Scranton
NIBBLES & BITS
Frutas Locas Scranton Gino’s Bistro Bar & Banquet Throop
I CE CR EAM & ITALIAN I CE Alpine Swirl Peckville
Koala Tea Scranton
Caboose Ice Cream & Food Madison Twp
Leonor’s Eatery & Crazy Fruits Moscow
Fallbrook Ice Cream Carbondale
Lucca Fresca Taylor
Giff’s Ice Cream Shoppe Blakely
Nearme Café Moosic
Heaven on Hill Jessup
Pandarella’s Breakfast & Lunch Dunmore
Ice Screamers Moosic
Saigon Corner Vietnamese Restaurant Scranton The Giving Tree Wellness Center Scranton
GERTRUDE HAWK CHOCOL ATES
Jitty Joe’s Ice Cream Moosic Josie’s Frozen Custard & Italian Ice Scranton Main Ave Ice Cream Scranton Manning Farm Dairy Dalton Dunmore Clarks Summit Scranton McGee’s Ice Cream Carbondale Padula’s Frosty Freeze Dunmore Picc’s Ice Cream Old Forge Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard Dickson City Dunmore Scranton Scoops on Spruce Scranton Tasty Swirl Covington Twp
BELL A BAKETIQUE
That Shake Place Mount Cobb
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COOPER'S SEAFOOD HOUSE
Interested in having an after-dinner drink, seeing a live band, sipping fruity cocktails outside on a sunny afternoon? Lackawanna County is the perfect destination for adult hydration.
AJ’s Bar & Grill Carbondale Ale Mary’s at The Bittenbender Scranton Andy Gavin’s Eatery & Pub Scranton Backyard Ale House Scranton Bartari Scranton Benny’s Sports Bar & Restaurant Peckville Buddy Clarke’s Tavern Dunmore Cheap Shots Bar & Restaurant Olyphant Cooper’s Seafood House Scranton
ALE MARY'S AT THE BIT TENBENDER
Crotti’s on Ash Scranton Happy Valley Sports Bar Dickson City Harry’s Scranton
POOR RICHARD'S PUB
Honky Tonk Restaurant & Saloon Dunmore
THE V-SPOT BAR
Jack’s Draft House Scranton Madame Jenny’s Scranton Moon Tavern & Entertainment Complex Dickson City Noir Dark Spirits Scranton Peanut Bar Carbondale Penalty Box Scranton Poor Richard’s Pub Scranton Porkiez Bar & Grill Throop State Street Grill Clarks Summit Summit Cigar Lounge & Bar Clarks Summit The 1905 Tavern Scranton
STATE STREET GRILL @katiedoesthings_
The Bar & Company Olyphant The Bog Scranton The Stonehouse Carbondale The Union Craft House Taylor The V-Spot Bar Scranton Thirsty Elephant Scranton Waldo’s Tavern Scranton Whiskey Dicks Scranton Y Knot Pub & Eatery Elmhurst
NOIR DARK SPIRITS
Yard After Dark at The Railyard Scranton BARTARI
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Breaker Brewing Outpost Archbald
CURR AN BREWING COMPANY
Cooper’s Family Brewing Scranton Curran Brewing Company Moscow Groove Brewing Scranton Iron Hart Brewing Dalton Last Minute Brewing Scott Twp Mutant Brewing Scranton
VOODOO BREWING CO.
Voodoo Brewing Co. Scranton
RIT TER'S WINERY & CIDERY
ELECTRIC CIT Y CIDERWORKS
Electric City Ciderworks Old Forge
Last Leg Cidery Dalton
Lakeland Orchard & Cidery Scott Twp
Ritter’s Winery & Cidery Jefferson Twp
SPACE TIME MEAD & CIDER WORKS
LACKAWAN NA COU NTY
WI N E TRAI L
Uncork and unwind in the charming wineries of the Lackawanna County Wine Trail. Craft a perfect itinerary with our interactive map, and for a carefree experience, secure a ride with our local car services to ensure you arrive safely from one winery to the next!
Find more info about the wineries on the Lackawanna County Wine Trail.
Capra Collina Winery Blakely Case Quattro Winery Peckville MAIOL ATESI WINE CELL ARS
Lucchi Family Wine Cellars Scranton Maiolatesi Wine Cellars Scott Twp
CAPR A COLLINA WINERY
Nimble Hill Winery & Brewery Tunkhannock Ritter's Winery & Cidery Mount Cobb RiverView Winery Jermyn Space Time Mead & Cider Works Dunmore Talerico’s Tropical Winery Taylor Wood Winery Madison Twp
RIVERVIEW WINERY
WOOD WINERY CAPR A COLLINA WINERY
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OU R FAR M S TO YOU R TAB LE Fresh and local at its best! Lackawanna County farmers produce a variety of enticing products, including mouthwatering fruits and vegetables, flavorful herbs, artisanal syrup and honey, handcrafted soaps, delicious baked goods, local delicacies, and beautiful flowers. Visit our family farms or farmer’s markets, and you’ll enjoy wholesome family fun at its finest.
CO-OP FARMER’S MARKET
Ab i n gton Far m e rs Mar ket Bu r ke ' s Maple Far m
Chinchill a
L AKEL AND ORCHARD & CIDERY
Carbondale
Car bon dale Far m e rs Mar ket Co - Op Far m e r ' s Mar ket
Carbondale
Scr anton
Fli ps Flowe r & Far m Mar ket H i llsi de Par k Far m e rs Mar ket
Madison T wp South Abington T wp
PALLMAN FARMS
SPRING HILLS FARM
PALLMAN FARMS ROBA FAMILY FARMS
LaCoe ' s B e r ry N i ce Far m
Cl ar ks Su m mit
Lake lan d Orchar d & Ci de ry M i lle r ' s Orchar ds Far m Mar ket
Scot t T wp
Cl ar ks Su m mit
M u dPon d Far m Old Forg e Far m e rs Mar ket Pallman Far m s
Dalton
Old Forge
Cl ar ks Su m mit
FLIPS FLOWER & FARM MARKET
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The Electric City Scranton got its electrifying nickname because it became the very first city in the U.S. to successfully operate an electric-powered streetcar system starting in 1886.
Scranton, Lackawanna's largest city, has a rich history, including being a cornerstone in the building of our country. As amazing as Scranton’s contributions to the Industrial Revolution are, the Electric City is now best known nationally for being the home of Dunder Mifflin and NBC’s hit show, The Office. While the iconic television show is the most notable, Scranton has long been a favorite reference in pop culture. So much so that people are sometimes surprised to learn that the city is an authentic and wonderful place. While fictional representations are fun and a “...our town is valuable tool for marketing dope and pretty, so our community, Scranton, Lackawanna County, and check out how we live our people have had a far in the Electric City!” more significant impact MICHAEL SCOTT & outside of pop culture. DWIGHT SCHRUTE
NBC’s hilarious mockumentary TV series and cultural phenomenon, set in the fictional Dunder Mifflin Scranton branch, highlighted real-life Scranton locations and made famous what locals and visitors have always known: "Ain't no party like a Scranton party, 'cause a Scranton party don't stop!" Check out The Office Self-Guided Tour on page 62!
Scranton is the sixth largest city in Pennsylvania
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In season 3, episode 2 of the Apple TV+ series, after Higgins says a striker's wife binge-watched The Office, Coach Ted Lasso mistakenly references the American version, mentioning Scranton.
Barstool Sports’ Founder, Portnoy, has famously reviewed pizzas at over 1,000 U.S. locations. He visited Lackawanna County twice, reviewing nine spots – three which were in Scranton. "One bite; everybody knows the rules!"
A beloved movie classic since its 1990 debut, Home Alone has had millions of viewers laugh till they cried watching young Kevin McCallister protect his house from a pair of bungling burglars while his mother frantically tries to return home. Her desperate efforts bring her to a fictionalized depiction of the real Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport.
That Championship Season The Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning 1972 play, adapted into a 1982 film, is set in Scranton. City resident Jason Miller wrote both the play and film adaptation and directed the movie. Scenes from the movie were filmed at Scranton locations, including Nay Aug Park and the Erie-Lackawanna Railroad Station (now the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton). The film's score featured the West Scranton High School band.
King Pin As the 1996 comedy begins, we learn that the movie's main character, bowler Roy Munson, lives in Scranton.
Last Week Tonight With John Oliver In 2017, John Oliver's HBO comedic current events show had some fun highlighting Scranton and our local WNEP 16 News viewers' infatuation with the weather department's backyard train set. After a friendly back-and-forth between the show and our community, the show built and gifted Scranton with an “almost irresponsibly large train set" that showcases the city’s landmarks, now on display at the Electric City Trolley Station & Museum.
Stephen Karam Karam, a Scranton native, is a renowned playwright, screenwriter, and director. He is most celebrated for his play The Humans, which clinched him a Tony Award in 2016.
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Motionless in White The Scranton metal band, formed in 2004, has released six albums, three of which reached #1 on Billboard's Top Hard Rock Albums Chart.
Lauren Weisberger The author of the 2003 bestselling book The Devil Wears Prada, was born in Scranton.
Candy maker and entrepreneur who started the Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Company out of her home in Scranton.
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Fred Tallaksen Four-time Emmy-nominated choreographer whose work has been seen on stages and screens worldwide for over 20 years. Notably, Scranton native Tallaksen has worked with Madonna, Bad Bunny, Ben Stiller, and more.
Alex Grass Founder of Rite Aid and Scranton native. His first store was opened in 1962 in Downtown Scranton.
Mike Munchak John Legend Renowned musician who served as the head of the music department and choir director of Scranton's Bethel AME Church from 1995-2004. Courtesy of Black Scranton Project.
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Four U.S. Navy ships have been named USS Scranton
NFL Hall of Fame offensive lineman for the Houston Oilers. Munchak, a Scranton native, made 9 Pro Bowls as a player before an extensive coaching career in the NFL, including a stint as Head Coach of the Tennessee Titans.
Gino Merli Born in Scranton and a lifelong Lackawanna County resident, Sergeant Gino Merli, a PFC at the time, was the recipient of the Medal of Honor, two Purple Hearts, and the Bronze Star for his courage and valor during World War II.
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Welcome to Scranton, the home and mecca for fans of NBC's hit TV show, The Office! Experience the world of Dunder Mifflin firsthand and delve into Scranton's most renowned fictional office setting. Visit real-life locations that were highlighted and celebrated in the show!
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Lackawanna County was the last of Pennsylvania’s counties to be created and the only PA county created after the American Civil War. Our historic county and its residents have made enormous contributions to America's past and present.
• Lackawanna County was founded on August 13, 1878. • “Lackawanna" is derived from a Lenape term that translates to “stream that forks,” and this is the name given to the county after the Lackawanna River. • Lackawanna County has two National Park Service affiliations: Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton and Destination Freedom: The Underground Railroad Walking Tour in Waverly Township. • The first blast furnace was built in Old Forge. • The Borough of Jermyn was once named Baconville.
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• Carbondale, the oldest city in the county and known as "The Pioneer City," was home to the U.S.'s first underground coal mine and its first successful commercial railroad.
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An American industrialist from Lackawanna County who co-founded Johnson & Johnson.
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Lackawanna County native and brilliant illustrator, her latest work is undoubtedly: Alright, Alright, Alright.
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The day of the Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade
Paul William Richards American astronaut from Lackawanna County who served as Mission Specialist 2 aboard the STS-102 Discovery on its mission to the International Space Station.
B lu e Vale nti n e The 2010 romantic drama was shot in Carbondale, Scranton, and nearby locations. Acclaimed actors Michelle Williams, Ryan Gosling, and Faith Wladyka cohabited in a Carbondale home for a month during the movie's filming.
Adam R i ppon This Lackawanna County native won an Olympic bronze medal in ice skating and was Season 26’s champion of the Dancing with the Stars TV show.
Embark on a chilling, self-guided journey along the Lackawanna County Haunted Trail. We spotlight 13 sites steeped in unexplained phenomena. Delve into the bone-chilling stories of eerie experiences and ghostly apparitions. You may encounter the otherworldly and live to tell the tale!
Unveil the mysterious tales of the Lackawanna County Haunted Trail.
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AV Restaurant was named the Most Haunted Eatery in PA by the Food Network in 2019. A Scranton resident, Jason Miller played Father Damien Karras in The Exorcist (1973) and The Exorcist III (1990). The Ghost Finders reality TV show featured both The Banshee (currently known as AV Restaurant) and The Ritz Theater.
SCRANTON AFTE R DAR K HAU NTE D WALKI N G TOU RS The Lackawanna Historical Society offers guided walking tours during the fall season.
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Lodging
Lackawanna County’s vast array of accommodation options means you can plan your stay your way. Whether you are seeking luxurious comfort with first-class amenities, a hotel with a beautiful swimming pool for the kids, a cozy bed and breakfast, or a campsite under the stars, you will find precisely what you’re looking for. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy wonderful hospitality and unsurpassed customer service, providing whatever you need to make your trip successful and enjoyable.
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BIG-CITY FEEL Find big-city accommodations with exceptional personal service and an array of amenities when you stay in the charming, historic Downtown Scranton. Take a peaceful stroll through the city, and you’ll find exquisite murals, boutique shops, fun and educational attractions, historical sites, amazing restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife. With so much to do, you won’t want to check out.
MOUNTAIN OF FUN Whether you’re hitting the slopes, taking your family out to the ballgame, seeing a concert, or planning to relax on the lazy river, you’ll want to stay where the action is. Montage Mountain plays host to some of Lackawanna County’s largest attractions, unique events and festivals, delicious dining options, and great shopping at an outdoor promenade. Montage Mountain has a wealth of opportunities for entertainment and accommodations, making it the perfect place to stay and play.
STAY OUTSIDE THE BOX Lackawanna County is a must-visit destination if you are looking for unique accommodations. Whether you choose a hotel, a campground (see page 79), or anything in between, you will receive a warm welcome from people who will go the extra mile to ensure you enjoy your stay. Our goal is to have you planning your next visit before you check out.
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H I LTON SCRANTON & CON FE R E N CE CE NTE R Located in Downtown Scranton, the luxurious Hilton Scranton & Conference Center is a beautiful and modern display of the city’s sophistication. Whether conducting business or spending quality time with your family, your stay will offer all of the amenities you expect and the extras you deserve. Conveniently situated within walking distance of a wide variety of dining options, shops, and attractions, the Hilton Scranton is an ideal location for visitors. The hotel also offers two restaurants and a Starbucks on site for complete convenience. The Hilton Scranton is also the perfect place for your entire family, including the four-legged members. They have pet-friendly rooms available, so your furry friend can join you on your Lackawanna County adventure.
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RADI SSON LACKAWAN NA STATION HOTE L Set in what once was Scranton’s premier train station, the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton combines historical beauty with modern amenities. The stately lobby welcomes you with class and sophistication, from the marble columns to the Tiffany stained-glass ceiling. The hotel also offers award-winning on-site dining that gives you all-day access to decadent cuisine. Located in the heart of Downtown Scranton, you’ll find yourself within a short walk of all the city has to offer. The Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel understands that making your family as comfortable as possible sometimes means welcoming your canine companion. Pet-friendly rooms are available, so your whole family can stay together. Make sure to check the hotel website for their complete pet policy.
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HAMPTON INN SCRANTON AT MONTAG E MOU NTAI N Discover the perfect blend of convenience and comfort at Hampton Inn Scranton, nestled at the foot of Montage Mountain. Admire breathtaking vistas from the welcoming lobby, modern guest rooms, and the refreshing pool area. Whether you’re in town for business, planning a thrilling weekend on the ski slopes, or catching a concert at The Pavilion on Montage Mountain, the mountain-view hotel offers an ideal setting for your stay. Renowned for its exceptional service, the Hampton Inn promises an unforgettable experience. From the hotel’s prime location to pet-friendly accommodations, top-notch amenities, and dedicated staff, they create an unparalleled hospitality haven. At the Hampton Inn Scranton at Montage Mountain, you can immerse yourself in an oasis of comfort and convenience.
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TOWN E PLACE SU ITES BY MAR R IOTT TownePlace Suites Scranton Wilkes-Barre is an all-suite hotel with fully equipped kitchens. Perfect for weekends or extended stays, keep this spot in mind when you plan your retreat to Montage Mountain. Whether you’re visiting for a music festival, a RailRiders game, or a ski weekend, TownePlace Suites is your most comfortable choice. Traveling with a group? The TownePlace Suites is your perfect option, even if your party includes your four-legged friends, as pet-friendly rooms are available. Located next to The Shoppes at Montage Mountain, with many dining options and some of Lackawanna County’s largest attractions, you’ll be part of all the action when you stay at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott.
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SPR I N G H I LL SU ITES BY MAR R IOTT The SpringHill Suites Scranton Montage Mountain is a hotel with space and style. Located near I-81 at the base of Montage Mountain, the SpringHill Suites by Marriott is ideal for business and leisure travelers alike. There is always plenty to do with Montage Mountain Resorts, The Pavilion at Montage Mountain, The Shoppes at Montage Mountain, the SWB RailRiders, and delicious dining options nearby. The SpringHill’s guest suites offer a seamless blend of style and function along with luxurious bedding, a microwave, mini-fridge, large work desk, free high-speed internet access, and a spa-like bathroom to ensure your stay is anything but ordinary. Their complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, and fitness center help you stay relaxed and refreshed, giving you the freedom to set your own pace and work or relax your way.
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HOTE L ANTH RACITE A modern hotel with historical roots, Hotel Anthracite delivers a comfortable atmosphere while making your stay a part of history. Just 20 minutes from Scranton, this boutique hotel is a full-service lodging, dining, and event location featuring Kōl Grill. The spacious dogfriendly accommodations include expansive windows providing maximum natural light and views of the historical Carbondale city and hillside. As you explore their lobby, Canary Café, restaurant, and event hall, you will see historical photos and sculptures paying homage to the coal mining heritage of Lackawanna County. Guests are within walking distance of downtown Carbondale’s shops and restaurants, and with live music sometimes being offered on the rooftop, there’s a chance to be entertained while catching sunset views.
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Outdoors
Adventure seekers, you have come to the right place! Plan your getaway from the hustle and bustle of today’s world, overrun by technology, social media, and algorithms. Lackawanna County is a nature-lovers paradise, with breathtaking views and scenery, four picture-perfect seasons, and endless options to explore them all. Whether you are looking for rigorous exercise, to get your adrenaline pumping and test your limits, to take the kids outside to play, or a beautiful spot to stop and smell the roses, Lackawanna County has it all.
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ORGANIC WORKOUT Lackawanna County is like a natural playground where anyone can find their adventure. Experts and novices alike can enjoy horseback riding, cycling, camping, fishing, hunting, skiing, snowboarding, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, and the list goes on and on. Try something new or do what you love in a new place. Either way, the only thing limiting your options for exhilaration is your imagination.
NATURAL BEAUTY You can enjoy Lackawanna County’s breathtaking panoramic views in a plethora of ways, be it on foot, riding an ATV, or even standing in the basket of a hot air balloon. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, there is a whole lot of beauty in our nature.
NO FILTER NEEDED Every season offers a distinct opportunity to find pleasure in nature. Gorgeous fields of flowers, the sun rising over a pristine lake, a landscape painted with the colors of autumn, or the immaculate beauty of a mountain blanketed in fresh snow. Lackawanna County’s natural splendor doesn’t take a day off and never disappoints. Whenever your visit brings you here, take some time to experience and savor the exquisite elegance of our great outdoors.
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Unplug, look up from your screens, and come experience our stunning parks, trails, and preserves. Forget about HD, 3D, and 5G, and soak in Lackawanna County’s natural beauty; it’s in the highest definition possible.
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STATE , COUNTY & LOCAL PAR KS Aylesworth Park Jermyn Blakely Borough Recreation Complex Peckville Covington Park Covington Twp Hillside Park South Abington Twp Lackawanna State Park North Abington Twp McDade Park Scranton Merli-Sarnoski Park Fell Twp Nay Aug Park Scranton South Abington Recreation Park South Abington Twp
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TRAILS & NATURE PRESERVES Dunmore Reservoir #1 Dunmore Dick & Nancy Eales Nature Preserve at Moosic Mountain Jessup Forest Acres Preserve Newton Twp Lackawanna River Heritage Trail See page 76 Lake Scranton Scranton Meadowsweet to Quarry Ridge Preserve Trails Waverly Twp Messimer Preserve Trail North Abington Twp Panther Creek Nature Preserve Simpson Pinchot State Forest Elmhurst Tract Howley Compass Course North Pocono Trail System Moosic Mountain Tract Montage Tract Thornhurst Tract Pinchot Trail System
HAPPY TAILS Abington Dog Park South Abington Twp Connell Dog Park Scranton E ALES NATURE PRESERVE
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Stretching for more than 70 miles amid stunning mountains and along the Lackawanna River, this trail is an artery that connects more than thirty communities through Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, and Wayne Counties.
HOMAGE TO HERITAGE Explore Scranton’s Elm St. Trailhead section and you’ll find rock carvings of wildlife, a sculpture of a Haudenosaunee Chief, and an amphitheater that pays homage to the area’s Native American heritage.
4-SEASON TRAIL Enjoy walking, running, cycling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing.
RIVER ACCESS Designated public access points allow easy river access for kayaks and paddleboards. Parking is available at these locations as well.
WILDLIFE Lookout for bald eagles, river otters, beavers, deer, herons, and other wildlife along the trail!
TIP: The best Lackawanna River kayaking is between the end of September through the beginning of May, when river levels are optimal.
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Nay Aug Park, offers visitors an oasis of nature amid the busy city landscape. Nay Aug Park hosts year-round events, concerts, and festivals set amid splendid scenery. The park's most unique feature is the David Wenzel Treehouse, the first of its kind in PA. The treehouse stands at an impressive height of 150 feet and provides pictureperfect views of the gorge. It’s gorge-ous!
During the winter holiday season, take a drive through the Holiday Light Spectacular. The park is illuminated with twinkling light displays that create a festive wonderland.
THINGS TO DO AT THE PARK • Nay Aug Falls & Gorge • David Wenzel Treehouse • Everhart Museum • The BlackWatch Cafe • Brooks Mine • Davis Trail • The Greenhouse Project at the McNulty Greenhouse • St. Cats & Dogs of Nay Aug Zoo • Kanjorski Covered Bridge • Walking & Hiking Trails • Playgrounds • Rentable Pavilions • Picnic Areas with Grills • Various Memorials & Gardens • Pet Friendly
of the great outdoors by camping under a blanket of stars, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature. Bask in the glowing warmth of a crackling campfire as you create memories that will last a lifetime. It’s the epitome of tranquility.
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Get back to nature at Lackawanna State Park. The 1,445-acre park, open 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset, offers endless possibilities. Whether you kick back and relax or pursue something adventurous, you’ll be sure to hear the call of the wild.
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Shopping
Our unique marketplaces and specialty shops house artists and vendors selling one-of-a-kind vintage, handmade, and upcycled items you won’t find anywhere else. Our boutiques feature hand-picked pieces and carefully curated selections that range from luxurious to affordable. Take a break from treasure hunting and indulge in local-made gourmet goodies, then browse the name-brand favorites you know and love at our malls and outdoor promenades. Quality products and unmatched service set Lackawanna County apart when it comes to shopping. You won’t find a more pleasant place to procure your purchases.
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ON BRAND If you’re looking to shop for your favorite brands at stores you know and love, The Shoppes at Montage Mountain and the Viewmont Mall are the places for you. The Shoppes offer a diverse collection of upscale retailers and a wide variety of dining options in one of the most iconic locations in Northeast Pennsylvania. The Viewmont Mall is a family-friendly shopping destination in the heart of Scranton’s retail hub. With over 60 stores, a food court, and multiple sit-down restaurants, you’re sure to find what you're looking for.
UNIQUE & ANTIQUE Discover the treasures of Lackawanna County, PA, with vintage, antique, and consignment shops throughout the region. Explore charming boutiques for unique collectibles and pre-loved gems. Our area’s rich past awaits antique enthusiasts and fashion lovers looking for a historical gem. Find a new piece for your collection, support local businesses, and take a piece of our heritage with you. Start your nostalgic journey today!
SCRANTON TREASURES Capture the essence of Scranton with Electric City-themed mementos, and immerse yourself in The Office TV show with Dunder Mifflin merchandise and character memorabilia. Whether you’re a devoted fan or seeking local treasures, our shops provide a delightful blend of Scranton’s allure and the show’s humor. Shop for Scranton and The Office souvenirs, and take a piece of both worlds home with you!
Find more info about shopping in Lackawanna County.
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ANTIQUES & VINTAGE
BOOKS, HOME, GIFTS & MORE
Central Station Marketplace & Antiques Scranton
Amendolaro Gift Boutique Scranton
Circle Flea Fair Dickson City D & D’s Collectables Scranton Fabulous Finds of All Kinds Olyphant
PENN HOUSE BOUTIQUE
Designs by Olivia Grey Pittston Everything Natural Clarks Summit Lavish Scranton Scranton Library Express Bookstore Scranton
FOOD & GOURMET
From Drab to Fab Mayfield
Noteology Scranton
Old & Brew Peckville
Burke’s Maple Farm Carbondale
Pickeyweedz/Mystical Goods Clarks Summit
Electric City Roasting Company Peckville
The Curiosity Shop Scranton
Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Dunmore
Olde Good Things Scranton On&On Scranton The Regina House Tea Room Moosic
The Wonderstone Gallery Dunmore TUSK Scranton Waverly General Store Waverly
Nibbles & Bits Dunmore Thirteen Olives Clarks Summit
Woods and Company South Abington Twp
CUSTOM PRODUCTS Brucelli Advertising Dunmore Kevin’s Worldwide Scranton
CLOTHING & BOUTIQUE Golden Coast Clarks Summit New Laundry Scranton Over the Moon Scranton Penn House Boutique Scranton The Blushing Bridal Boutique Scranton The Daisy Collective Scranton
CONSIGNMENT Changes Luxury Consignment Scranton Esther’s Consignment Boutique Dunmore Miriam’s Furniture Consignment Dunmore ON&ON
The Avenue Consignment Shoppe Clarks Summit
JEWELRY Boccardo Jewelers Scranton Duffy Jewelers Scranton J.B. Jewelers Scranton Steve Pronko Jewelers Dickson City
MALLS & SHOPPING DISTRICTS
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Pocono Premium Outlets Tannersville The Marketplace at Steamtown Scranton The Shoppes at Montage Mountain Moosic Viewmont Mall Scranton
SPORTING GOODS A&G Outfitters Dickson City Battaglia’s Sporting Goods Scranton Bazaar Skateshop Scranton Cedar Bicycle Scranton DICK'S House of Sport Scranton High Tines Archery Dunmore Scranton Running Co. Scranton Ski Shack Moosic
VIRTUAL SHOPS Shop NEPA Today shopnepatoday.com
SCRANTON & THE OFFICE SOUVENIRS Cooper’s Seafood House Gift Shop Scranton Electric City Trolley Museum Gift Shop Scranton Library Express Bookstore Scranton
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Arts Scene
A local Renaissance is occurring in Lackawanna County! The area is flourishing with artists, galleries, historic theaters, and amazing performers whose talents have sparked an electric arts scene. We invite you to discover the diverse array of artistic expressions that thrive here. Whether you're a seasoned art enthusiast or just beginning your cultural journey, Lackawanna County offers a tapestry of creativity that will captivate your senses and leave you inspired.
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IF YOU CAN PLAY SCRANTON In its theatrical heyday, at the turn of the 20TH century, Scranton was a proving ground for performers and productions trying to get to New York City. Performers like Harry Houdini, W.C. Fields, Will Rogers, the Marx Brothers, Mae West, and Fred Astaire have all graced Scranton’s stages. The love of theater and appreciation for artists is alive and well to this day. Visit our historic theaters, learn about the amazing performers who got their start here, and see the next generation of entertainers showcase their talents. As the old saying goes, “If you can play Scranton, you can play anywhere.”
LIVE IN LACKAWANNA Lackawanna County pulses with live music, offering diverse genres from rock to jazz, blues to country, and everything in between. Local venues like the Scranton Cultural Center, The Pavilion at Montage Mountain, and cozy pubs host talented artists, creating lively atmospheres for residents and visitors to experience the county's vibrant music scene.
Find more info about the arts in Lackawanna County.
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Lackawanna County is a hub of artistic expression. Colorful masterpieces adorn our area, beautiful manifestations of a vibrant community that understands murals enrich culture, inspire creativity, tell stories, foster unity, and beautify our communities. Tour our trail of awe-inspiring street art; it will enchant your imagination and paint a smile on your face.
Find additional details about the murals featured along the Lackawanna County Mural Trail.
THE DREAM Eric Bussart / Emmanuel Wisdom BUTTERFLY, BUGS, & FLOWER Hnat Designs / Tiffany Guzzo / Jamie Bamberger / Francesca Giuliani
THE OFFICE: THE STORY OF US Hagopian Arts / Kala Hagopian
DANSEUR DE CORDE Joel Carson Jones
CHILDREN ARE OUR GREATEST HOPE FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE Travis Prince & Eric Bussart
JAZZ Ted Michalowski
HOME OF THE BUCKS Eric Bussart
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Grab a selfie and tag us on Instagram! JOHN LENNON Joy Zavada, Ryan Hnat, & Eric Bussart
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SCR ANTON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
ART WALKS & FESTIVALS Art in the Park Lackawanna County Arts on Fire Festival Scranton Summit Stroll Art Walk & Family Festivities Clarks Summit Clarks Summit Festival of Ice Clarks Summit Festival of Trees Scranton First Friday Scranton Scranton Lackawanna Winter Market Scranton
THE RITZ THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
SPIRITED ART
GALLERIES & STUDIOS AFA Gallery Scranton Abington Art Studio Clarks Summit THE RITZ THEATER & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
ArtWorks Gallery & Studio Scranton Ballet Theatre of Scranton Scranton Dorflinger-Suydam Glass Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary White Mills Everhart Museum Scranton Marywood University’s Art Galleries Shields Center for Visual Arts, Scranton Scranton Civic Ballet Company Scranton Spirited Art / Paint & Sip Studio Dickson City Studio 113 Moscow The Art Room Scranton The Hope Horn Gallery at The University of Scranton Hyland Hall, Scranton
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PERFORMING ARTS, LIVE MUSIC & THEATER
BROADWAY IN SCR ANTON
Broadway in Scranton by the Broadway Theatre League of NEPA Scranton Camp Punksylvania Scranton Circle Drive-In Scranton Good Things Are Happening Fest Scranton Hillside Park Concert Series South Abington Twp Marywood University’s Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts Scranton Mohegan Pennsylvania Casino & Racetrack Wilkes-Barre Mountainfest Scranton
LIVE MUSIC BARS
NEPA Horror Fest Scranton NEPA Philharmonic Concerts Scranton
Breaker Brewing Outpost Archbald
Nay Aug Park Concert Series Scranton
Crotti’s on Ash Scranton
Northeast Pennsylvania Film Festival Waverly
Harry’s Scranton
Peoples Security Bank Theater at Lackawanna College Scranton Performance Music at The University of Scranton The Houlihan-McLean Center, Scranton
Honky Tonk Restaurant & Saloon Dunmore Madame Jenny’s Scranton CIRCLE DRIVE-IN
Rhythm & Brews Festival Scranton
Moon Tavern & Entertainment Complex Dickson City The Railyard Restaurant & Bar Scranton
Scranton Comedy Club Dunmore
Revello’s Old Forge
Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple Scranton
Slingshots Bar & Grill Moscow
Scranton Fringe Festival Scranton
The 1905 Tavern Scranton
Scranton Jazz Festival Scranton
The Stonehouse Carbondale
Scranton Shakespeare Festival Scranton
The V-Spot Bar Scranton
The Pavilion at Montage Mountain Scranton The Peach Music Festival Scranton The Ritz Theater and Performing Arts Center Scranton The Theater at North Scranton FIRST FRIDAY SCR ANTON
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Services
We understand that you sometimes need more than a great restaurant or luxurious hotel when you are traveling. Our community partners are here to provide any services you need when you visit Lackawanna County. Regardless of the length of your stay, our goal is to meet all your needs and surpass all your expectations. We offer numerous professional, financial, and medical services, along with a wide variety of transportation, educational, and religious services. Feel free to walk in and introduce yourself; we’re sure you’ll be welcomed with open arms!
WILKES-BARRE/SCRANTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
VILL A CAPRI CRUISERS CAR CLUB, INC.
GETTING HERE Lackawanna County is located on the I-80/I-81 corridor as well as at the end of the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. This makes it an easy ride from anywhere in PA, along with out-of-state locations within 300 miles. If you prefer to arrive via the friendly skies, our very own Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) is less than fifteen minutes from Downtown Scranton. It offers service to Charlotte, Chicago, Newark, and Orlando, meaning you can get here from literally anywhere in the world.
GETTING AROUND It’s true that we love a good party and enjoy some adult beverages with our friends, families, neighbors, and visitors. What we love even more than a great night out is getting home safe and sound. Utilizing one of our car or limo services ensures your group’s safety and comfort.
PET FRIENDLY We know how much your pet means to you and that they, too, will enjoy their time visiting Lackawanna County. You will have no problem finding pet-friendly hotels, restaurants, and parks; the RailRiders even invite you to bring your dogs to specific games throughout their season. If for any reason, your pet should need medical attention while you’re here, we have veterinary partners that are available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Find more info about services in Lackawanna County.
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ADVERTISING, PRINTING & PUBLICATIONS Condron Sweda Advertising Clarks Green Pennsylvania Paper & Supply, An Envoy Solutions Company Scranton Scranton Printing Co. Scranton The Times-Tribune Scranton Universal Printing Co. Dunmore
BIRCHWOOD TENNIS & FITNESS CLUB
NONPROFITS Back Mountain Railroad Club Dallas Camp Freedom Carbondale
EVENT VENUES Socially Simple Dickson City The Loft Scranton
FINANCIAL SERVICES THE UNIVERSIT Y OF SCR ANTON
EDUCATION Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine Scranton Johnson College Scranton Keystone College LaPlume Lackawanna College Scranton Lackawanna County Children’s Library Scranton Marywood University Scranton
Community Bank, N.A. Scranton Fidelity Bank Dunmore FNCB Bank Dunmore NBT Bank Scranton Peoples Security Bank & Trust Scranton PNC Bank Scranton
HOSPITALS & MEDICAL SERVICES
Penn State Scranton Dunmore
Geisinger Community Medical Center Hospital Scranton
Scranton Public Library Scranton
Regional Hospital of Scranton Scranton
The University of Scranton Scranton
The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton
Catherine McAuley Center Scranton Jessup 21ST Century Association Jessup Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania Scranton Lackawanna & Wyoming Valley Railway Historical Society, Inc. Shavertown Lackawanna Heritage Valley Scranton Sant' Ubaldo Society Jessup Women’s Resource Center Scranton
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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AAA North Penn Scranton Aviation Technologies, Inc. Avoca Birchwood Tennis & Fitness Club Clarks Summit LT Verrastro Inc. Importing Beer Distributor Old Forge Rail-Trail Council of NEPA, Inc. Union Dale Scranton Tomorrow Scranton The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce Scranton The Greenhouse Project at Nay Aug Park Scranton Villa Capri Cruisers Car Club, Inc. Dunmore Waverly Community House Waverly
RETREAT CENTERS
VETERINARY EMERGENCY
Holy Transfiguration Retreat Center Dalton
Northeast Veterinary Referral Hospital Plains
Retreat at Mountain Sky Scott Twp
Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center South Abington Twp
REAL ESTATE Glenmaura Moosic Lewith & Freeman Real Estate Kingston Mayflower Crossing Apartments Wilkes-Barre Realty Network Group Clarks Summit
RELIGIOUS SERVICES Covenant Presbyterian Church Scranton Jewish Discovery Center Clarks Summit St. Ann Basilica Parish Scranton St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Scranton St. Tikhon’s Monastery Bookstore & Press Waymart
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Find more info about traveling to Lackawanna County.
PLANE SERVICE Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton International Airport (AVP) flyavp.com / 570.602.2000
MAJOR HIGHWAYS Lackawanna County is accessible from these five major highways: I-81 / I-80 / I-84 / I-380 / I-476
CA R S E RVI C E & COACH BUS • Cloud 9 Transportation, Inc. / Scranton • Gilbride Limousine / Olyphant • The Limo Guy of NEPA / Scranton • Martz Group / Wilkes-Barre • Signature Limo & Car Service / Scranton • Sip and Play Tours / Gilbert
PO P U LATI O N O F M O R E TH A N
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W I T H I N 2 5 0 M I L E S O F S C R A N TO N
Distance from the Scranton Metro area
Binghamton, NY Allentown, PA Newark, NJ Trenton, NJ Jersey City, NJ New York, NY Harrisburg, PA Philadelphia, PA Wilmington, DE Bridgeport, CT Baltimore, MD Washington, DC
61 76 111 1 16 118 120 122 125 142 163 201 239
We're just a two-hour drive from New York City and Philadelphia.
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