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  • Sat 6
    December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive Thru | Volvo Construction Equipment, Shippensburg

    6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive Thru | Volvo Construction Equipment, Shippensburg

    Volvo Equipment 304 Volvo Way, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Friday December 5th - Monday December 8th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Volvo Construction Equipment continues to brighten our community with the 6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive-Thru, happening […]

  • Sat 6
    December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm “A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS”~ An Evenings Entertainment at Balmoral Castle, Scotland | Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    “A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS”~ An Evenings Entertainment at Balmoral Castle, Scotland | Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    Trinity Lutheran Church 1186 Jason Dr., Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday December 5th & Saturday December 6th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Presented by Discover DanceWorks in partnership with Danza Antiqua. Prince Albert designed & built Balmoral Castle […]

  • Sat 6
    December 6 2025 Heritage Christmas Events | Greencastle

    2025 Heritage Christmas Events | Greencastle

    Downtown Greencastle Greencastle , PA, United States

    Saturday November 1st | Downtown & Around Town Holiday Open House Friday November 21st * 7:00 PM | Tree Lighting Ceremony, Center Square Saturday November 22nd * 9:21 AM | […]

  • Sat 6
    December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Ugly Sweater Contest | Hidden Key Brewing Co., Greencastle

    Hidden Key Brewing Co. 101 W. Baltimore St., Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday December 6th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM It's time to dig through your drawers to find the "best" of your worst holiday sweaters. We’re having an ugly […]

  • Sat 6
    December 6 @ 7:00 pm

    A Christmas Blessing | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    Saturday December 6th, 2025 * 7:00 PM & Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 3:00 PM Saturday December 13th, 2025 * 7:00 PM & Sunday December 14th, 2025 * 3:00 PM […]

    Free
  • Sat 6
    December 6 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Million Dollar Quartet Christmas | Majestic Theatre, Gettysburg

    Million Dollar Quartet Christmas | Majestic Theatre, Gettysburg

    The Majestic Theatre 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA, United States

    Wednesday December 3rd * 2:00 PM Thursday December 4th * 2:00 PM Friday December 5th * 7:30 PM Saturday December 6th * 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Sunday December 7th […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Brunch with Santa | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Brunch with Santa | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th & Sunday December 4th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Join us for BRUNCH with SANTA. Anyone dining with us is invited to come see Santa! […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Christmas Open House | Cumberland Valley Aimal Shelter, Chambersburg

    Christmas Open House | Cumberland Valley Aimal Shelter, Chambersburg

    Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter 5051 Letterkenny Road West, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday December 6th & Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Have your pet's photo taken with Santa and enjoy the refreshments and raffles. www.cvas-pets.org

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Holiday Campus Tour | Mercersburg Academy

    Mercersburg Academy 100 Academy Dr., Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Robert McFadden Model Railroad Museum James Buchanan Cabin Swoope Carillon All three locations open to the public. Parking available at […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Nature Crafts for Kids | Tuscarora Wildlife Education Project, Mercersburg

    The Charles Brightbill Environmental Center 4881 Ft. Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Held at The Charles Brightbill Environmental Center Come enjoy a day with family and friends! There are a variety of […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Hats Off for Josh, A Ladies Christmas Craft Social | Antrim Spring Farm, Greencastle

    Antrim Spring Farm

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join us for a joyful afternoon of crafting, laughter, and Christmas cheer - all in support of a New Breath […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm The Nutcracker | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    The Nutcracker | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday December 6th, 2025 * 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 2:00 PM Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet Presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® For the […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Million Dollar Quartet Christmas | Majestic Theatre, Gettysburg

    Million Dollar Quartet Christmas | Majestic Theatre, Gettysburg

    The Majestic Theatre 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA, United States

    Wednesday December 3rd * 2:00 PM Thursday December 4th * 2:00 PM Friday December 5th * 7:30 PM Saturday December 6th * 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Sunday December 7th […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Annual Christmas Open House | The Inn at Ragged Edge, Chambersburg

    The Inn at Ragged Edge 1090 Ragged Edge Road, Chambersburg, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Refreshments. Self-guided tours of this historic railroad mansion. Live music all afternoon. Please bring a small gift to share with […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

    Hot Cocoa with Santa | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    Grayce Gardens 51 Plasterer Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Join us in the magical setting of our greenhouse retail space for a cozy holiday tradition — Hot Cocoa with Santa! Tickets: $5 per child (includes entry for one adult). Additional adults are $5 each. Each guest will enjoy a warm cup of hot cocoa […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cradle to the Cross: A Wagon Ride Journey | Antrim Brethren in Christ Church, Chambersburg

    Cradle to the Cross: A Wagon Ride Journey | Antrim Brethren in Christ Church, Chambersburg

    Antrim Brethren in Christ Church 24 Kauffman Road East, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday December 5th, Saturday December 6th, and Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Travel back in time and experience a live dramatic event with others on […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Fort Loudon Christmas in the Village | Fort Loudon Community Center

    Fort Loudon Communiry Center 142 Mullen Street, Fort Loudon, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Come to Fort Loudon Community Center to welcome Santa coming to town on horse drawn carriage! Help light the town […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive Thru | Volvo Construction Equipment, Shippensburg

    6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive Thru | Volvo Construction Equipment, Shippensburg

    Volvo Equipment 304 Volvo Way, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Friday December 5th - Monday December 8th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Volvo Construction Equipment continues to brighten our community with the 6th Annual Holiday Lights Drive-Thru, happening […]

  • Sun 7
    December 7 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    It’s A Wonderful Life | Waynesboro Theatre

    Waynesboro Theater 75 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Sunday December 7th, 2025 * 7:00 PM It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) A timeless classic that reminds us of what truly matters. Join George Bailey on an emotional journey of […]

  • Mon 8
    December 8 Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    Before & After School Programs | Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg & Shippensburg

    Homework Help | Healthy Snacks | Structured Activities | Social Time with Friends To register online, visit www.bgccs.org Before & After School Nancy Grayson Elementary James Burd Elementary Shippensburg Intermediate […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
  • Pizza Trail
  • Pour Trail
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Barn Quilt Trail

The Stitches in Time Barn Quilt Trail includes more than three dozen quilt squares spread throughout Franklin County, PA. Some are inspired by traditional quilt patterns or family designs. Between each square are the many stories of Franklin County.

 

Coffee Shops

Enjoy a Great Cup of Joe in Franklin County coffee shops!

 

Pizza Trail

Talk to locals about the “best pizza place, and everyone has a couple favorites. Add them all together and Franklin County has great Italian eateries.

 

Pour Trail

See the great locations and great beer, wine and spirits that are waiting for you along the pour trail. Plan your next trip and enjoy the flavor of Franklin County.

 

Sweet Trail

Franklin County is a sweet place to be! Enjoy old-fashioned candy makers, chocolatiers, delicious ice cream, and even pie stores.

 

  • Civil War
  • John Brown
  • Spring Into History
  • Underground Railroad

Civil War

Explore the history of Chambersburg and the Civil War.

John Brown

Who was John Brown, what did he do, why did he do it, and what was his connection to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania?

Spring Into History

Explore 300 Years of American History

Underground Railroad

Franklin County played an important role in the passage to freedom—the Underground Railroad. Its location on the Mason-Dixon Line signaled escaping slaves entry to the north, and the mountainous terrain afforded numerous hiding places in caves and wooded areas.

  • Environmental Centers
  • Franklin County Wildlife
  • Great Golfing
  • Take a Walk

Environmental Centers

Environmental Centers connect the busy daily lives of people to nature & remind everyone of the importance of fresh water, green trees, and clean air. Explore the beauty of outdoor Franklin County at one of its environmental centers.

Outdoors

Fishing, hiking trails, golfing, kayaking -  Franklin County is home to great outdoor fun and relaxation.

Golf

The scenic beauty of Franklin County is timeless and compliments a variety of golfing experiences.

Walking & Hiking

With four state parks and 36 municipal parks, Franklin County gives many choices to enjoy greenery, birds chirping, and mountain views.