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Weekend Ideas in Lowell
Lowell is a small Lake County town with a relaxed, outdoorsy weekend rhythm. Buckley Homestead's living-history farm, the county parks just out of town, and a quiet rail-trail give visitors plenty of reasons to slow down and enjoy the countryside.
Lowell is served by Tri-Creek School Corporation (PreK through 12).
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Plan Your Lowell Weekend
Buckley Homestead County Park
A living-history farm with hiking and horse trails, farm animals, and seasonal pioneer events, a short drive west of Lowell.
Stoney Run County Park
A Lake County Park with trails, a stocked lake, and picnic shelters, a relaxed outdoor stop near town.
Erie-Lackawanna Trail
A paved rail-trail through the nearby area, popular for an easy morning walk or bike ride.
Harvest Tyme Family Farm
A big family farm with corn mazes, hayrides, and pumpkins in fall, then the walk-through Christmas Tyme Lights display glowing on select nights Nov 28 through late December.
Christmas Through Lowell
The 34th annual holiday shopping and open-house tour, Nov 20-22, 2026, with 80-plus homes and host sites selling handmade crafts, antiques, and ceramics across town.
Lowell Holiday Winterfest
The chamber's hometown winter festival on Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, with a night-time Santa parade, Santa visits at the Showboat, and the window-decorating contest.
Ideas are curated from local parks, attractions, and venues, and details like seasonal hours can change. Confirm opening times on each spot's site or with the town before you head out.
Curated Guides
Full Weekend Guides for Lowell
These deep-dive picks from the Weekend Guide dig further into Lowell and the surrounding area.
Christmas Tyme Lights: A Walk-Through Light Display at Harvest Tyme
Harvest Tyme's Christmas Tyme Lights walk-through display glows along a one-mile lighted trail at 17904 Grant St in Lowell, running select nights, Nov 28 to Dec 28, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m.
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Lowell Library Bag Book Sale: Fill a Bag for $3
The Lowell Public Library's $3 Bag Book Sale returns Saturday, Nov 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., a bargain-hunter's favorite the day after Thanksgiving.
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Christmas Through Lowell: A Holiday Home Tour Weekend
Lowell's 34th annual Christmas Through Lowell runs Friday through Sunday, Nov 20-22, 2026, a holiday shopping and open-house tour of 80-plus homes and host sites with handmade crafts, antiques, folk art, and ceramics.
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Lowell Holiday Winterfest: A Saturday of Seasonal Cheer
Lowell's Holiday Winterfest returns Saturday, Dec 5, 2026, with a night-time Santa parade, Santa visits at the Showboat, and the townwide window-decorating contest.
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