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  • Sun 7

    Fort Loudon Christmas in the Village | Fort Loudon Community Center

    December 7, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
    Fort Loudon Community 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 Christmas tree | Have some cookies and hot chocolate | Take a horse drawn carriage ride | Pictures with Santa | Live nativity scene on […]

  • Mon 8

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

    December 8, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Wed 10

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    December 10, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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 time Activities & Playtime Snack time

  • Thu 11

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

    December 11, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Fri 12

    Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville

    December 12, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville
    Benchfield Farms 368 Gameland Road, Newville, PA, United States

    Kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable experience! Every Friday–Sunday | December 5th - 21st, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday - Tuesday | December 26th - 30th, 2025 * 6:00 PM -8:00 PM Horse-drawn wagon ride through a mile of dazzling lights Cozy up with Mrs. Claus’ stories Hand your wish […]

  • Sat 13

    Hip-Hop Class | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    December 13, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Hip-Hop Class | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Saturdays November 11th - December 13th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (no class on November 29th) Come be yourself and learn to dance during this fun, upbeat class that will teach with fundamentals of rhythm, sense of direction & coordination, along with basic choreography. Kids ages, 7-12, are invited to join instructor, Kelli […]

  • Sun 14

    Brunch with Santa | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    December 14, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm 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! Santa will be joining us for picture opportunities with the kiddos! He may have a helper with him! Bring your camera! Our Brunch Menu will […]

  • Sun 14

    Swim With Santa | Waynesboro Area YMCA

    December 14, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Waynesboro Area YMCA 8910 E. Main St., Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Sunday December 14th, 2025 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Swim with Santa is more than just a fun holiday event — it’s a fundraiser that directly supports the Waynesboro Area YMCA’s aquatic programs! Every dollar collected helps us maintain and enhance the programs that teach water safety, build confidence, and create lasting memories for […]

  • Mon 15

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

    December 15, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Wed 17

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    December 17, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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 time Activities & Playtime Snack time

  • Thu 18

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

    December 18, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Thu 18

    Cirque Dreams Holidaze | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    December 18, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Thursday December 18th, 2025 * 7:00 PM CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE dazzles with a brilliantly breathtaking holiday spectacular for the whole family. As the original cirque holiday theatrical event, this annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts. Guests will be on the edge of their seats as a cast of holiday characters […]

  • Fri 19

    Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville

    December 19, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville
    Benchfield Farms 368 Gameland Road, Newville, PA, United States

    Kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable experience! Every Friday–Sunday | December 5th - 21st, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday - Tuesday | December 26th - 30th, 2025 * 6:00 PM -8:00 PM Horse-drawn wagon ride through a mile of dazzling lights Cozy up with Mrs. Claus’ stories Hand your wish […]

  • Sat 20

    Welcome to Whosboro | Mainstreet Waynesboro

    December 20, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
    Elks Club 66 West Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Join us for a mischievously fun morning filled with Whoville crafts, treats, giveaways, story time, and a special performance with Mr. Grinch himself! Come in costume for a chance to win a prize! Bring your holiday cheer (the Grinch tolerates it...) and enjoy a festive […]

  • Sat 20

    Craft Time with Santa | Backroads Greenhouse, Chambersburg

    December 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Backroads Greenhouse 5991 Boundary Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 10:00 AM Join Santa in his sleigh for a photo by Knob Hill Co. Photography! Then hop on over to our kids Christmas Craft Corner where your kids can make their own Christmas craft. Tickets purchased at door & include 1 photo & 1 craft. Additional crafts may be purchased. […]

  • Sat 20

    Christmas Family Fun Night | Thirsty Farmer Brew Works, Biglerville

    December 20, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Thirsty Farmer Brew Works 228 Cashtown Rd., Biglerville, PA, United States

    Saturday December 20th, 2025 * 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join us for a fun filled evening for the family at Thirsty Farmer Brew Works. The event is FREE to attend. The fun filled holiday event will include these FREE opportunities, children's activities and crafts, an appearance by Santa and opportunity for pictures, Live Music […]

  • Mon 22

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

    December 22, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Wed 24

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    December 24, 2025 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am 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 time Activities & Playtime Snack time

  • Thu 25

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

    December 25, 2025 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 After School Only 440 West Washington St. Chambersburg Andrew Buchanan Elementary

  • Fri 26

    Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville

    December 26, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tiny World | Benchfield Farms, Newville
    Benchfield Farms 368 Gameland Road, Newville, PA, United States

    Kick off the holiday season with an unforgettable experience! Every Friday–Sunday | December 5th - 21st, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday - Tuesday | December 26th - 30th, 2025 * 6:00 PM -8:00 PM Horse-drawn wagon ride through a mile of dazzling lights Cozy up with Mrs. Claus’ stories Hand your wish […]

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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.