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  • Wed 15
    October 15 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Thu 16
    October 16 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 […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Fall Fun | Country Creek Produce Farm, Chambersburg

    Country Creek Produce Farm 3794 Etter Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Flashlight Night Maze and Moonlit hayrides every Friday and Saturday night at 5:00 PM! Grab your family and friends for a FUN night on the farm. Come hungry! Local Beef […]

  • Sat 18
    October 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    AppleFest 2025 | Downtown Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM AppleFest is a FREE event in Chambersburg, PA. Sponsored by Sheetz! You will find art, crafters, music, food trucks, downtown […]

  • Sat 18
    October 18 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Franklin County 4-H Open House | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    Penn State Extension Office 181 Franklin Farm Lane, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Do you have youth in your life aged 5 - 18? Come learn about awesome opportunities for them! The Franklin […]

  • Sat 18
    October 18 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Fall Furnace Fest 2025 | Pine Grove Furnace Fest, Gardners PA

    Fall Furnace Fest 2025 | Pine Grove Furnace Fest, Gardners PA

    Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Road, Gardners, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th * 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM & Sunday October 19th * 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - Music: Devilish Merry (Appalachian and Irish Melodies) […]

  • Sat 18
    October 18 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Pumpkins & Pippins Fall Festival 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Support Buttonwood Nature Center, home of The Institute by bringing your family to a fall celebration of Pumpkins & Pippins! […]

  • Sun 19
    October 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Fall Furnace Fest 2025 | Pine Grove Furnace Fest, Gardners PA

    Fall Furnace Fest 2025 | Pine Grove Furnace Fest, Gardners PA

    Pine Grove Furnace State Park 1100 Pine Grove Road, Gardners, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th * 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM & Sunday October 19th * 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - Music: Devilish Merry (Appalachian and Irish Melodies) […]

  • Sun 19
    October 19 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Build Your Own Scarecrow Workshop | Backroads Greenhouse, Chambersburg

    Backroads Greenhouse 5991 Boundary Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday October 19th, 2025 * 2:00 PM During this workshop, you will be provided with your choice of pants, shirt and hat to stuff & build your own scarecrow! Straw […]

  • Mon 20
    October 20 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Mon 20
    October 20 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 […]

  • Tue 21
    October 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EXPLORE! Gone Squirrelly! | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    EXPLORE! Gone Squirrelly | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Tuesday October 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Designed for kids in grades K to 5th grade. Location: Buttonwood Nature Center in Waynesboro. All […]

  • Tue 21
    October 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm K-5th Grade Basketball Clinic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    K-5th Grade Basketball Clinic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    K- 3rd | Tuesdays: 10/21 - 11/4 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM K- 3rd | Thursdays: 10/23 - 11/6 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM 4th - 5th | […]

  • Wed 22
    October 22 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Wed 22
    October 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Wednesday mornings * 10:30 AM Join us for a Storytime designed for children preschool ages as we share, grow, play and learn together through books and nursery rhymes. Stories Craft […]

  • Thu 23
    October 23 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 […]

  • Thu 23
    October 23 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm K-5th Grade Basketball Clinic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    K-5th Grade Basketball Clinic | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    K- 3rd | Tuesdays: 10/21 - 11/4 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM K- 3rd | Thursdays: 10/23 - 11/6 * 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM 4th - 5th | […]

  • Fri 24
    October 24 Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm Calendar of Events 2025 | Mercersburg

    Stoners Dairy Farm 7678 Oellig Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    September Saturday September 13th | Season Opening Sunday September 21st | 1 Hour Walking Farm Tour FREE with Admission; Departs promptly at 2:00 PM, find out more HERE Wednesday September […]

  • Fri 24
    October 24

    Fall Fest 2025 | Greencastle Legion Grounds

    Greencastle American Legion Picnic Grounds 4775 Williamson Road, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday October 24th - Sunday October 26th Welcome to Fall Fest 2025! Event Includes…15+ Food Trucks 150 Retail Vendors Beer Garden Car Show Carnival Rides from Snyder's Attractions Helicopter Rides Face Painting Pony Rides AND MORE! Where: American […]

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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.