🍂 September in the City of York: Connecting Community, Celebrating Culture & Building Stronger Neighborhoods
As summer winds down and a new season begins, September brings opportunities to come together, celebrate the people and cultures that make York unique, strengthen our neighborhoods, and prepare for the months ahead.
From the Labor Day Festival and Fishing Derby to Welcoming Week, The Mosaic of York City, neighborhood Clean Sweeps, wellness opportunities, and Hispanic Heritage Month, there are many ways to get connected and engaged across our city.
This month, we’re continuing the work of Strong Blocks, Strong York • Safe Streets, Shared Responsibility • Grow York Local • York Youth Pathway—while creating more opportunities for residents to connect, participate, and help shape the future of York.
📖 Read Mayor Sandie Walker’s September Monthly Message to see what’s happening across the City of York and how you can get involved.
And mark your calendar for October 1, when Mayor Walker will deliver the State of the City at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts.
There’s a lot happening in York. Let’s keep building it together. 💙
Fishing Derby – Sept 7
Details Here.
Where: Kiwanis Lake (500 Parkway Blvd, York, PA 17404)
When: Labor Day – Monday, September 7, 2026
Schedule:
Registration: Starts at 8:00 AM
Fishing: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Winners: Announced immediately after fishing ends!
Ages: Open to kids ages 1 through 15! Prizes: Awarded in two age brackets (Ages 1–8 and Ages 9–15)
Important Note: No fishing tackle will be provided, so please bring your own gear and bait!
Questions? Contact Fishing Derby Coordinator Jeff Chambers at 717-668-9488.
Labor Day Festival 2026 – September 7
Details Here.
BYOG Hot Chair Yoga Series – All of September!
Details Here.
Welcoming Week – September 10-19
Details Here.
Welcome Week is a Nation-wide celebration highlighting the cultures, traditions, and contributions of residents who make York and York County and around the world a welcoming place to live, work, learn, and thrive.
Throughout the week, residents, families, community organizations, youth, local leaders, and partners will come together for events that promote inclusion, cultural understanding, community relationships, and opportunities for connection.
The Mosaic of York City – September 17
Details Here.
The City of York Human Relations Commission will host “The Mosaic of York City: Celebrating Community and the Role of the Human Relations Commission” on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Valencia Ballroom in York, Pennsylvania.
The community event will feature dinner, music, networking opportunities, and educational presentations about the mission and services of the Human Relations Commission. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how the Commission assists residents who experience discrimination in housing, employment, and public accommodations
A highlight of the evening will be a keynote address by Jamiel Alexander His work focuses on community advocacy and fostering inclusive environments where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
Clean Sweep – September 23
The City of York holds monthly neighborhood Clean Sweep initiatives on the fourth Wednesday of each month from April through October. September will cover Rockdale Avenue south to Rathton Rd., from S. Queen St. (odd side only) east to Edgar St.
National Prepardness Day – September 30
The City of York, PA observes National Preparedness Month through resources and training provided by the City of York Emergency Preparedness and the York County Office of Emergency Management. More details to come.
Celebrating Hispanic Hertiage Month
From September 15 to October 15 celebrate the businesses and non-profits in the City of York. More details to come.
Save the Date: State of the City – October 1
Details Here.
Mayor Sandie Walker will host the upcoming State of the City address at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts. All are welcome to attend, we ask that you RSVP for attendance counts.
