Best Kept Secrets Tour

10/05/2026

Wanna Know a Secret?
✨ Montgomery County is hiding so many cool places… and from Sept 24–Oct 10, you get to go on a joyful little adventure to find 23 of them on the Best Kept Secrets Tour.
Think of it as a county wide treasure hunt—except the “treasures” are amazing small businesses bursting with personality. You hop in your car, wander wherever the map takes you, and each stop greets you with something fun: free treats, games, gifts, farm tours, demos, make and take projects, and plenty of delightful surprises.
Go fast, go slow, go whenever you want. One day or all 17—it’s your adventure.
You’ll stumble upon places like:
• Artisan shops & studios
• A candy & nut shop dating back to 1899
• Home décor & gift boutiques
• Garden shops
• A dairy farm
• A brewery
• A bookstore
• An art studio & gallery
• An Historic Mill with a gift shop
• Antiques
• A rustic fruit butter factory store
• A pet store
• Gourmet foods, chocolates, smoothies, handcrafted sandwiches, a deli, an ice cream parlor… and so much more.
There truly is something for everyone.
Every stop feels like a “wait—how did I not know this was here?” moment.
🎟 Tickets: $12 $1 from each ticket supports Animal House Project. Your ticket booklet includes maps, business descriptions, extra event listings, and coupons from every stop.
PURCHASE OPTIONS:
📫 Mail: Call Nina at 610 420 8001
📞 Reserve for Pickup: Call Nina at 610 420 8001
🏪 Pick Up: Email [email protected] for an auto reply with pickup locations.
More info: www.bestkeptsecretstour.com

10/05/2026

Jingle All the Way to Holiday Shopping Fun!
✨🎄 Say goodbye to boring scrolling and hello to sleigh-loads of cheer! This season, unwrap the magic of Lancaster County’s Best Kept Secrets Christmas Tour, happening December 3-12. It’s not just shopping—it’s a holly jolly adventure!

🎁 What’s in Santa’s sack?

✨19 festive small businesses tucked away like hidden treasures
📌All scattered across the merry towns of Kinzers, Paradise, Bird-in-Hand, In*******se, Lampeter, and Strasburg

Your $12 ticket is your passport to 10 days of yuletide joy—shop for a day or make it a weeklong sleigh ride!

🎅 The festive twist? We won’t tell you the shop names ahead of time—that’s part of the secret! But here’s a peek at the holiday magic waiting for you:

📍Cozy home décor and seasonal furnishings
📍Handmade crafts and artisan wares
📍A family-owned bakery
📍Greenhouses bursting with poinsettias and winter blooms
📍Jewelry and fashion
📍Handmade crafts and artisan gifts
📍Local favorite eateries—including one in a train car
📍A skilled leather crafter
📍Handcrafted wellness including essential oils, soaps, diffusers and more
📍Sweet surprises and savory bites to keep your spirits bright
📍Gifts, gifts, and more gifts! Something for everyone on your list!

🎟️ How to join the fun:
📫Mail: order online at BestKeptSecretsTour.com
🏪 Local pickup: email [email protected] (cash/check)
📞 Call to reserve: 717-721-9409 (Tues–Thurs, 9–5, credit card)

Let’s make your holiday shopping sparkle with joy, laughter, and a dash of mystery!

10/05/2026

Behind 44 Doors… the Secrets Await
Get ready to unlock Lancaster County’s most delightful hidden gems—one door at a time. The Best Kept Secrets Tour is your invitation to wander, explore, and uncover the places that make you say, “WOW… how did I not know this existed?!”
This isn’t just a tour. It’s a treasure hunt for grown ups. Every stop is a secret waiting to be found, hand picked for its charm, creativity, and that irresistible “I’m coming back here” magic.
Here’s a taste of what’s tucked behind those 44 doors:
• Home décor hideaways filled with personality
• Craft & artisan studios brimming with handmade wonders
• Thrift & consignment surprises you’ll brag about finding
• A pretzel bakery twisting up warm perfection
• A decadent chocolatier worth every indulgent bite
• Boutiques with style you won’t see anywhere else
• A goat dairy that’s equal parts adorable and delicious
• Gift shops full of “that’s SO you” finds
• An olive oil taproom for flavor explorers
• Wood & leather artisans crafting beauty by hand
• A Bavarian style w**e shop tucked into its own little village
• Farm markets overflowing with local goodness
• An everything pickle store (yes… everything)
• A hidden Pop Up shop you’ll feel lucky to find
• Great eats from pierogis to Greek specialties to baked treats
• A cozy bookstore perfect for lingering
• A candle maker with scents that spark joy
• Antiques & vintage treasures waiting to be rediscovered
• Unique specialty shops you’ll talk about for days
✨ Behind every door is a secret worth discovering—and VIP treatment is waiting for you at each one.
🗓️ Tour Dates: Oct 8–24 (use your ticket as often as you like) 📍 44 stops 🎟️ Tickets: $12 ❤️ $1 from every ticket supports Lighthouse Vocational Services
How to Get Your Tickets:
🏪 Pick Up Locally: Email [email protected] for a list of pick up locations
📞 Reserve for Later Pickup: Call 717 721 9409 (Tues thru Thurs 9-5)

10/04/2026

Guess where on the Montgomery County's Best Kept Secrets Tour you’ll find the hauntingly scary Jack o lanterns and cute snowmen? You’ll have to go on the tour to find out!

Call for tickets ($12 each) 610-420-8001

10/04/2026

MONTGOMERY COUNTY TOUR GOERS: PLEASE TAKE NOTE!!!!!

10/04/2026

Grab Your Besties—It’s Tour Time!
🎉🚗 If you’re looking for the ultimate friends’ day out, Best Kept Secrets Tours is basically a friendship adventure disguised as a shopping event. Think car snacks, laughter, spontaneous detours, and “OMG you have to see this place” moments all day long.
🛍️ Shop Together
Cruise from stop to stop discovering cozy boutiques, vintage barns, artisan studios, greenhouses, gourmet markets, and thrifty treasure troves. Every place has that “you’ll love this!” vibe—perfect for pointing out finds, swapping ideas, and helping each other pick gifts.
🍽️ Eat Together
Turn the tour into a progressive lunch date. Pierogies at one stop, chocolates at the next, Greek specialties down the road, and a latte break whenever you need a recharge. It’s basically snacking your way through the county.
🎉 Play Together
Games, gifts, demos, make and take crafts, door prizes, and discounts—plus entries to win thousands in gift cards. It’s like a giant friendship scavenger hunt where every stop has a surprise waiting.
And the best part? Every ticket gives back. $1 from each booklet supports a local charity, so your fun day out makes a difference.
🎟️ Tickets: $12
Use your booklet any day, as many days as you want during each tour.
Email or call for purchase options
Montgomery County, PA 📅 Sept 24 – Oct 10 📞 Nina: 610 420 8001 📩 [email protected]
Lancaster County, PA 📅 Oct 8 – Oct 24 📞 Melissa: 717 721 9409 📩 [email protected]
Berks County, PA 📅 Nov 5 – Nov 21 📞 Melissa: 717 721 9409 📩 [email protected]
Lancaster County Christmas Tour 📅 Dec 3 – 12 📞 Melissa: 717 721 9409 📩 [email protected]

10/03/2026

Calling all adventure seekers and shopaholics!
Get ready to embark on the ultimate shopping, food, and fun-filled adventure from Oct 8-24. Join us as we unveil the hidden gems of Lancaster County with the Best Kept Secrets Tour! ✨🌼
This unique experience features 44 off-the-beaten-path businesses that will delight and surprise you at every stop. Picture it as a home or garden tour, where you'll journey from place to place, discovering special freebies like refreshments, games, gifts, demos, and more, all thoughtfully planned by these incredible businesses just for you. 🎁🎉
But wait, there's more! Each participating business has generously provided a valuable coupon, giving you even more reason to explore and indulge in the treasures they offer. It's an adventure filled with exciting discoveries and amazing savings. 💰💎
Not only will you have an incredible time exploring Lancaster County, but you'll also be making a difference. With every ticket priced at just $12, $1 will be donated to Lighthouse Vocational Services supporting their important work in our community. It's shopping with a purpose! 🙌❤️
Ready to join the adventure?
TICKET PURCHASE OPTIONS:
🏪PICK UP AT A LANCASTER COUNTY BUSINESS: Email [email protected] for a list of pick-up locations. Cash or check needed for this option.
📞RESERVE TICKETS TO BE PICKED UP AT A LATER TIME: Call 717-721-9409 Tuesday thru Thursday from 9 to 5 to reserve. Credit card needed for this option.

10/03/2026

Find Something New Around Every Corner
Experience Berks County’s Best Kept Secrets Tour — Nov 5–21, 2026, self guided journey through 45 small businesses that reflect the artistry, heritage, and quiet charm of the region. Move at your own pace, choose the stops that speak to you, and enjoy a tour designed for discovering something new.
You’ll enjoy: 🎁 Complimentary demos, gifts, games, snacks & more 🎨 Make and take projects and intimate workshop glimpses 🎟️ Drawings totaling $1,000+ in gift cards 🚗 A flexible route—wander for one day or savor all seventeen
🛍️ Types of Stops Along the Way
• Home décor & furnishing shops — curated spaces filled with warmth and style
• Gift shops & boutiques — thoughtful finds and handcrafted treasures
• Artisan studios — makers at work, shaping pieces with care
• Thrift & consignment shops — elevated secondhand selections
• Antique & vintage shops — storied objects waiting to be rediscovered
• Pretzel bakery — a taste of tradition
• Chocolatier — handcrafted confections
• Jewelry makers— refined pieces and customized style
• Alpaca farm — gentle animals and luxurious fiber goods
• Garden centers — seasonal beauty and inspiration
• Farm markets — fresh flavors and local harvests
• Mystical boutique — a quiet, whimsical escape
• Leather crafter — finely made goods with lasting character
• Handcrafted soap makers — small batch scents and natural ingredients
• Specialty shops — olives, birds, rocks & other curated delights
• Bavarian inspired shop — a charming nod to Old World flavor
• Two bookshops — shelves full of discovery
• Animal rescue — compassion and community
• Local eateries & sweet treat stops — comforting meals and indulgent bites
Every stop offers its own quiet delight—an invitation to slow down, look closely, and enjoy the beauty of Berks County.
🎟️ Tickets
💛 $12 includes your ticket, tour guide, maps, coupons & access to all locations ✨ $1 per ticket supports Connections Work 🕘 Open Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm
1️⃣ Local pickup: email [email protected] for pickup locations
2️⃣ Reserve by phone: 717 721 9409 (Tues–Thurs, 9–5)
3️⃣ Mailed: order online at BestKeptSecretsTour.com

10/03/2026

🎄 Lancaster County Christmas Tour Tickets Are On Sale NOW!

The holiday treasure hunt you’ve been waiting for is officially open. From Dec 3-12, explore 19 magical small businesses filled with cozy charm, twinkle lights, treats, and tucked‑away Christmas surprises.

You’ll wander through greenhouses glowing with poinsettias, sip award‑winning lattes, snack on bakery goodies, browse boutiques, discover handcrafted gifts, and step inside unforgettable stops like a vintage train‑car café and artisan inspired shops. Every location brings coupons and surprises, plus your chance to win one of two $475 shopping sprees.

🎟️ Tickets: $12
💛 Includes guidebook, map, calendar & stamp game
✨ $1 supports Chestnut Housing

📫 Mailed: order online at BestKeptSecretsTour.com
🏪 Pickup: email [email protected] for locations
📞 Reserved: Call: 717‑721‑9409

Sip. Shop. Wander. Rediscover Christmas magic across Kinzers, Bird‑in‑Hand, Paradise, In*******se, Strasburg & Lampeter. ✨

10/03/2026

Only the 1st 1500 to purchase will get a fabulous goody bag!!!

Our bags are ready for the Best Kept Secrets Tour! 🛍️ Purchase your goodie bag for $12 today right here at HomeWorks! If you love supporting small businesses and visiting new hidden gems, this is the tour for you! Explore 45 stops in Berks County from November 5th to the 21st! ✨

🛍️ In your bag you'll receive a tour guide booklet describing the 45 stops, a map to show you how to easily get around, valuable coupons from each business, and more!

🚗 You will not drive more than 15 miles between stops, and most are closer together than that! We're looking forward to being a part of the tour this year!