Saturday July 19th, 2025 * 6:00 PM

History comes to life on Saturday, July 19th, 2025, in downtown Chambersburg for the living history portrayal of the 1864: Ransoming Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg.

The event features actors, horses, lights, sounds and atmospheric effects so real, you will think the town is ablaze!

We celebrate community, rebirth and Chambersburg’s rise from the ashes with a day full of events.

Bring a chair and join us for the Final Round of A Cappella & Unplugged where the audience will decide which musical act will be named the 2025 winner and receive a $500 prize, then just before dark be prepared to step back in time for the main event!

All events are FREE to attend.

Old Market Day Street festival kicks-off at 9:00 AM!

Enjoy lots of art, food, crafts, vendors and music!

See full list of events at: https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/1864-burning/

Visit the 11/30 Visitors Center on the Square throughout the day for Civil War Walking Tours, 11/30 Visitors Center Exhibits, kid’s games and activities.

4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Food Trucks, Kids Games, Activities

7:00 PM | Finals of Acapella & Unplugged plus Voting for the Winner

8:15 PM | Winner Announced

9:00 PM | 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth Living History Re-enactment & Light Show

Learn More: https://www.explorefranklincountypa.com/1864-burning/