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  • April 2025

  • Tue 22
    March 24 @ 9:30 am - April 28 @ 10:45 am

    Wee Wonders Nature Series for Preschoolers, Spring 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Mondays: March 24th & 31st and April 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM Outdoor nature series for kids ages 2.5 years through 5. Pre-registration for […]

    Free
  • Tue 22
    March 24 @ 6:00 pm - April 30 @ 7:00 pm

    Turn Up & Turn Up & Tone – Fitness Class | Chambersburg Rec Department

    Turn Up | Mondays Now through April 28th Turn Up & Tone | Wednesdays Now through April 30th 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Take your fitness to the next level! […]

    Free
  • Thu 24
    April 24 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Home Food Preservation: Introduction to Preserving | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    Thursday April 24th, 2025 * 5:00 PM Interest in home food preservation has grown in recent years, with canning, freezing, and drying offering ways to enjoy seasonal foods year-round. While […]

    Free
  • Thu 24
    April 24 @ 7:30 pm

    Josh Turner | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    Thursday April 24th, 2025 * 7:30 PM With timeless songs like “Long Black Train” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” Josh Turner’s global reach has surpassed 5.8B global streams, 6.5M album sales […]

    Free
  • Fri 25
    April 25 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Fountain Festival | Downtown Chambersburg

    Downtown Chambersburg Center Square, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday April 25th, 2025 - Sunday April 27th, 2025 Friday night: Amusement attractions & Food Trucks Saturday: 35 total food trucks, activities, beer garden, amusement rides, entertainment, retail vendors and […]

    Free
  • Fri 25
    April 25 @ 6:00 pm

    The Guns & Roses Tribute Experience NightTrain Live | Green Grove Gardens, Greencastle

    Green Grove Gardens 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday April 25th, 2025 * Doors Open at 6:00 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM Get Ready for a Night of Rock 'n' Roll Legends! NightTrain – the ultimate Guns N' […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 7:45 am - 6:00 pm

    13th Annual 5 Mile Run/Walk | Johnston Run – Mercersburg

    Lions Club Park 405 South Park Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * Registration begins at 7:45 AM | Race begins at 9:00 AM All proceeds from Johnston Run 5 Mile Run/Walk benefits Council for Wellness Projects. The […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Spring Fest 5th Year Anniversary | Backroads Greenhouse, Chambersburg

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Live music | Food Trucks | Kids Activities | Fun Vendors In 2025 we are celebrating 5 years of business! […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Mercy House Plant & Flower Sale, Chambersburg

    Join us April 26, 2025, from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, at Mercy House (730 N. Norland Ave, Chambersburg) to shop from a beautiful assortment of plants and flowers! Browse […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Spring Fest – 5 Year Anniversary Celebration | Backroads Greenhouse, Chambersburg

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM In 2025 we are celebrating 5 years of business! We wouldn't be here without all of our customers, new and […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Recycle-Reuse Yard Sale | Pine Hill Recreation Area, Waynesboro

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

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Enjoy the thrill of the chase as you look for bargains or sell your own discards at this annual event […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

    4th Annual Spring Market | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Join us for the 4th Annual Spring Market at Grayce Gardens. Explore a vibrant outdoor boutique-style market featuring a handpicked […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

    Jewelry Fundraiser | Grove Family Library, Chambersburg

    Grove Family Library 101 Ragged Edge Road, South, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM Find your next favorite treasure! Some lower priced items for children to purchase. Cash Sales Only! Proceeds benefit the Friends of Grove Family Library *** We are collecting jewelry, in good condition.  Is your jewelry box overcrowded?  If so, we would love anything you are […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Antrim Spring Farm’s 1st Annual Spring Fest | Greencastle

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 10:00 AM Free Event | BBQ | Live Music | Local Craft Vendors Sweet Dreams BBQ | Antietam Dairy | Tag-a-Long Coffee Co. | Hillbilly […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

    2025 Earth Celebration Day & Festival of Art | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Saturday, April 26th, 2025 * 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Free admission. Buttonwood Nature Center celebrates spring with environmental exhibitors, live music, environmental artists and artisans, a student art show […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

    StoryWalk® Event April 2025, Waiting For Wings | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM NEW for 2025, special events will happen four times a year to mark the season. Each StoryWalk® event celebrates the […]

    Free
  • Sat 26
    April 26 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

    Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro, 2nd Annual Destination Jazz | Waynesboro Area Senior High School

    Saturday April 26th, 2025 * 4:30 PM - Student Bands | 7:00 PM - The Cookers The Waynesboro Area Senior High Jazz Band, under the direction of Christopher Ritter, and […]

    Free
  • Sun 27
    April 27 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Bennie and the Jets: A Tribute to Elton John | Waynesboro Area Senior High School

    Sunday April 27th, 2025 * 3:00 PM Presented by: Waynesboro Community Concert Association  The premier Elton John tribute band led by Greg Ransom and you’ll be permitted to believe you’re […]

    Free
  • Tue 29
    April 29 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Paint Your Home Watercolor Workshop | Grayce Gardens, Chambersburg

    Tuesday April 29th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Join our beginner-friendly pre-traced watercolor workshop in our beautiful greenhouse setting, where you’ll paint a cherished home—yours or a loved […]

    Free
  • Wed 30
    April 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Business Round Table | Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce, Mercersburg

    Wednesday April 30th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM The topic for this session will focus on Best Hiring Practices and Employee Relations, offering valuable insights and actionable strategies […]

    Free
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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.