Routinely ranked as one of the top 300 cities to live in by Money Magazine, Williamsport offers something for everyone. As home to the Little League World Series, visitors and tourists from all over the world travel to Williamsport to watch the young ballplayers in action. Not a sports fan? The Community Arts Center, Williamsport Symphony Orchestra, Community Theater League, and the Civic Ballet are just a few of the many diverse attractions that Williamsport has to offer, not to mention a fantastic network of walking, running, and biking trails, as well as several access points to the West Branch Susquehanna River for boating, fishing, and more.
Little League World Series
One of Williamsport’s biggest annual attractions, the Little League World Series has been hosting tournaments since 1947. These tournaments are held every August and combine teams from both the United States as well as international counties such as Japan, Canada, Australia, and more. The event has brought in as many as 40K+ people to the region.
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Susquehanna River Walk and Timber Trail
The River Walk and Timber Trail is part of the levee system in Williamsport. With a 4-mile paved bikeway/walkway loop through Williamsport, it provides an accessible recreational activity. The trail is equipped with benches and garbage cans. On the trail, look for a bronze sculpture of a lumber camp worker which speaks to the city’s history as the 19th Century “Lumber Capital of the World.”
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Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat
Docked at Susquehanna State Park, the Hiawatha is an old-fashioned paddlewheel excursion boat that journeys along the West Branch Susquehanna River. Daily hour-long cruises operate seasonally and offer a glimpse into the history of this part of the river. The boat can also be booked for private charters and often hosts educational programs, school trips, and celebrations.
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Community Arts Center
The Community Arts Center is a 2,078-seat performing arts center in Williamsport, located next to the landmark Genetti Hotel. Originally a movie palace, it opened in 1928 as the Capitol Theatre. It reopened after restoration in 1993 as the Community Arts Center. Today, the venue offers Broadway-style productions, comedy acts, dance, film & live music.
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