Williamsport also benefits culturally from its proximity to colleges and universities by way of their artists' series. Cultural events calendars list activities in the fields of visual arts, film, music, lecture, and theater. Recent noteworthy attractions have included Bill Cosby, Garrison Keillor, Sara Evens, David Copperfield, Miss Saigon, The Capitol Steps, Cats and the Eastman Jazz Ensemble. The Community Arts Center, right, a 2,100 seat theater that opened in 1993, has greatly increased cultural programming for the area.

First Friday events - On the first Friday of each month, galleries, businesses, restaurants, and personal shops in Williamsport come together for a downtown-wide display and celebration of works by local and regional artists and performers.

Your avocational interests can also be met by participating in local performing groups such as the Civic Ballet, Community Theater League, the Williamsport Civic Chorus or the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra and its ensembles.

Billtown Live - Live Music & Events Calendar