Thunder over Louisville, Louisville, KY, April 15 to 19, 2026
The Derby Festival’s opening Ceremonies are truly a sight to behold. The Air Show dazzles the crowd with more than 100 planes, aerobatics teams, daring sky diving groups, and breathtaking stunts. When it gets dark, the Thunder rolls. Eight 400-foot barges assemble on both sides of the 2nd Street Bridge to form the stage from which the fireworks spectacular ignites. The breathtaking and mind-numbing show includes Thunder’s signature one-mile “waterfall” effect off the bridge, making the fireworks seem to rain down forever. VIEWING FOR THE AIR SHOW & FIREWORKS IN A SUITE AT THE KFC YUM CENTER OVERLOOKING THE OHIO RIVER, PREMIUM SEATING HIGH ABOVE IT ALL FOR AIR SHOW & FIREWORKS.
Location: Louisville, KY
Departure Locations: Willow Street, Lancaster, and Lebanon, PA.
All tours and schedules are subject to change with circumstances out of our control. Lancaster departures may switch between Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 and Heritage Hotel, 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
| Dates: | April 15 to 19, 2026 |
Blue Angels Cruise, May 20, 2026
The best way to view the Blue Angels is by water! Relax on a 2-hour cruise, experiencing the Blue Angels Show in Annapolis by water, provides a unique, unobstructed, and comfortable viewing experience from the water, placing you directly under the flight path for a stunning and immersive perspective of the performance. It also offers amenities like food, drinks, and expert narration, transforming a crowded public event into a memorable, VIP-style Experience.
Location: Annapolis, MD
Departure Locations: Willow Street, Lancaster, & York, PA
All tours and schedules are subject to change with circumstances out of our control. Lancaster departures may switch between Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 and Heritage Hotel, 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
| Dates: | May 20, 2026 |
2026 Philadelphia 250th, June 8 to 10, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th in the city where it all began. Philadelphia will be filled with special events, historic reenactments, expanded museum exhibits, patriotic concerts, and festive parades—and Bucket List Tours handles every detail so you can simply enjoy it. Walk the same streets as the Founding Fathers, experience the nation’s most iconic historic sites, enjoy classic Philly foods, and be part of a once-in-a-lifetime celebration—stress-free, with great company and unforgettable memories. Celebrate America’s 250th in the city where it all began. Philadelphia will be filled with special events, historic reenactments, expanded museum exhibits, patriotic concerts, and festive parades—and Bucket List Tours handles every detail so you can simply enjoy it.
Departure Locations: Willow Street, Lancaster, and Ephrata, PA
All tours and schedules are subject to change with circumstances out of our control. Lancaster departures may switch between Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 and Heritage Hotel, 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
| Dates: | June 8 to 10, 2026 |
Sail 250, Hampton & Norfolk, VA, June 18 to 21, 2026
Sail250 Virginia and Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay region. More than 60 ships from 20 countries are expected to participate, helping us commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. We welcome a fleet of international and U.S. tall ships, historic character vessels, and modern military ships to Hampton Roads.
Location: Hampton & Norfolk, VA
Departure Locations: Willow Street, Lancaster, York, PA & Frederick, MD
All tours and schedules are subject to change with circumstances out of our control. Lancaster departures may switch between Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 and Heritage Hotel, 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
| Dates: | June 18 to 21, 2026 |
Smoky Mountain Christmas, November 29 to December 3, 2026
Visiting Dollywood and Pigeon Forge at Christmas feels like stepping straight into a Hallmark movie set in the Smoky Mountains. Dollywood’s award-winning Smoky Mountain Christmas dazzles with millions of twinkling lights, festive shows, holiday décor, and the warm glow of Southern hospitality around every corner. Just outside the park, Pigeon Forge comes alive with charming Christmas displays, dinner shows, holiday shopping, and breathtaking mountain views dusted with winter magic. Add crisp mountain air, seasonal treats, and that unmistakable old-fashioned Christmas spirit, and you’ll find this destination is the perfect blend of nostalgia, entertainment, and holiday cheer—making it a truly unforgettable way to celebrate the season.
Location: Pigeon Forge, TN
Departure: Willow Street, Lancaster, & Lebanon, PA
All tours and schedules are subject to change with circumstances out of our control. Lancaster departures may switch between Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 and Heritage Hotel, 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.
