Williamsport Welcomes the World is the annual celebration by the City of Williamsport and Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce on the Friday of Championship Weekend during the 78th Little League World Series® in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.  Join baseball fans and the community on Friday August 22nd as we welcome the teams, families and visitors to downtown Williamsport for the 14th Williamsport Welcomes the World. Over 20,000 people participated in the 2024 event.