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  • July 2025

  • Tue 15
    July 15, 2025 39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    July 12th - July 19th, 2025 ChambersFest 2025 will be enjoyed by thousands in the Chambersburg community. Events from July 12 to 19 will include Restaurant Week, Old Market Day, […]

  • Wed 16
    July 16, 2025 39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    July 12th - July 19th, 2025 ChambersFest 2025 will be enjoyed by thousands in the Chambersburg community. Events from July 12 to 19 will include Restaurant Week, Old Market Day, […]

  • Thu 17
    July 17, 2025 39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    July 12th - July 19th, 2025 ChambersFest 2025 will be enjoyed by thousands in the Chambersburg community. Events from July 12 to 19 will include Restaurant Week, Old Market Day, […]

  • Fri 18
    July 18, 2025 39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    July 12th - July 19th, 2025 ChambersFest 2025 will be enjoyed by thousands in the Chambersburg community. Events from July 12 to 19 will include Restaurant Week, Old Market Day, […]

  • Fri 18
    July 18, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Story Time at Sundown | Chambersburg Memorial Park

    Chambersburg Memorial Park 1 Memorial Drive, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday July 18th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Bring your blankets or chairs and books and join us at the park for a Free Family-friendly evening of reading […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19, 2025 39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    39th Annual ChambersFest | Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    July 12th - July 19th, 2025 ChambersFest 2025 will be enjoyed by thousands in the Chambersburg community. Events from July 12 to 19 will include Restaurant Week, Old Market Day, […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Ice Cream Social & Book Sale | Blue Ridge Summit Free Library

    Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 13676 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, PA, United States

    Saturday July 19th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its 49th annual Ice Cream Social and Book Sale on the library […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Train Rides | Norlo Park, Chambersburg

    Train Rides | Norlo Park, Chambersburg

    Norlo Park 3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville, PA, United States

    Free train rides are back for summer 2025 at Norlo Park! Enjoy this family favorite every 1st and 3rd Saturday in June, July, and August from 1:00 PM – 4:00 […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Block Party | First United Methodist Church of Mercersburg

    First United Methodist Church, Mercersburg 11 North Fayette Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday July 19th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Held in the lower parking lot & lawn by the playground | 29/31 N. Fayette St. Playground Equipment | Bounce […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    1864: Ransoming Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg | Downtown Chambersburg

    Downtown Cambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    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 & […]

  • Mon 21
    July 21, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday July 14th, 21st, 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Enjoy A different experience in the arts every week. Intended for children up 5 to 12. Registration required! […]

  • Mon 28
    July 28, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday July 14th, 21st, 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Enjoy A different experience in the arts every week. Intended for children up 5 to 12. Registration required! […]

  • Tue 29
    July 29, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • Tue 29
    July 29, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Fairy Garden Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

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

    Tuesday July 29th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Fairy Garden Workshop | Create Your Own Magical Mini World! Suitable for ages 5 & up Step into the greenhouse […]

  • Wed 30
    July 30, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Textile Arts and Nature Day Camp | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Wednesday July 30th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM For students completing grade 3 through age 17. Instruction from a Buttonwood educator who is a master weaver and textiles […]

  • Wed 30
    July 30, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • Thu 31
    July 31, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Animals Adventures Day Camp | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Buttonwood Nature Center 10356 Amsterdam Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Thursday July 31st, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Come discover the animals and ecosystems of the Cumberland Valley. Participants will head out on a birding hike, enjoy several […]

  • Thu 31
    July 31, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • August 2025

  • Fri 1
    August 1, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • Sat 2
    August 2, 2025 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home […]

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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.