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  • Sat 18

    Decorators Wanted: 7th Annual Festival of Trees | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    October 18, 2025 Decorators Wanted: 7th Annual Festival of Trees | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg
    Franklin County Visitors Bureau - 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Help support the Cumberland Valley Breast Care Alliance and spread holiday cheer in Franklin County! Decorate a tree or wreath for the 7th Annual Festival of Trees Franklin county Visitors […]

  • Sat 18

    Flea Market | Green Grove Gardens, Greencastle

    October 18, 2025 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Flea Market | Green Grove Gardens, Greencastle
    Green Grove Gardens 1032 Buchanan Trail East, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Beginning Saturday 26th and continuing every weekend until November 1st, 2025 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Discover vintage treasures, handmade crafts, and great deals from local vendors Vendors: Spaces are […]

  • Sat 18

    Mason Dixon Flea Market | Greencastle

    October 18, 2025 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Mason Dixon Flea Market | Greencastle
    Mason Dixon Flea Market 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday 6th, 2025 and Sunday 7th, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Every Saturday - Sunday, until November! Do you have unwanted items? Do you need to lessen […]

  • Sat 18

    North Square Farmers Market | Fort Chambers Park | Chambersburg

    October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm North Square Farmers Market | Fort Chambers Park | Chambersburg
    Chambers Fort Park North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    North Square Farmers Market | Fort Chambers Park, Chambersburg Every Saturday May 24th – November 15th, 2025 * 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM A grassroots effort to promote local & […]

  • Sat 18

    1st & 3rd Saturdays – WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER & FALL “SOAR” Bird Walks | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro
    Buttonwood Nature Center 10356 Amsterdam Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    SOAR (“Studying Ornithology Around the Region”) bird walks IMPORTANT: Locations rotate year-round among several parks in the region, with Waynesboro’s Antietam Meadow Park as “home base.” Visit THIS PAGE to […]

  • Sat 18

    Concealed Carry Seminar with State Rep. Chad Reichard | Mercersburg Sportsmen’s Association

    October 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
    Mercersburg Sportsmen's Association 12143 Dickeys Rd., Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Discussion will be led by: Bejamin Sites, Franklin County Sheriff Learn from the experts on a variety of topics including:  […]

  • Sat 18

    AppleFest 2025 | Downtown Chambersburg

    October 18, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    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

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

    October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    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

    1775: Harvest on the Homestead | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    Saturday October 18th, 2024 * 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Join us for 1775: Harvest on the Homestead, a lively 18th-century living history event celebrating the season’s bounty! Experience traditional grape […]

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  • Sat 18

    Cowans Gap Fall Weekend | Cowans Gap State Park, Ft. Loudon

    October 18, 2025 Cowans Gap Fall Weekend | Cowans Gap State Park, Ft. Loudon
    Cowans Gap State Park 6235 Aughwick, Ft Loudon, PA, United States

    Friday October 17th - Sunday October 19th, 2025 Campsite Decorating Contest Decorate your site with spooky or seasonal flair Judging: Saturday evening Winners announced: Sunday morning Fall Heritage Day | […]

  • Sat 18

    Pumpkin Carving Party | Adams County Winery, Orrtanna

    October 18, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Road, Orrtanna, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Pumpkin Carving at the Winery  As part of Come Over October, we’re hosting a festive fall afternoon of pumpkins, wine, and […]

  • Sat 18

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

    October 18, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm 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

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

    October 18, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    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! […]

  • Sat 18

    Two Day, Fall Two Ball Golf Tournament | Greencastle Golf Club

    October 18, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Two Day, Fall Two Ball Golf Tournament | Greencastle Golf Club
    Greencastle Greens Golf Course 2000 Castlegreen Dr., Greencastle, PA, United States

     Fall Two Ball Tournament * October 18th & 19th Two-Person Better Ball Format $125 Members | $150 Public Dinner Saturday + Lunch Sunday Optional Pins & Skins ($50/player, cash only) […]

  • Sat 18

    Maple Lane Farm Corn Maze & | Newville

    October 18, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm Maple Lane Farm Corn Maze & | Newville
    Maple Lane Farm 150 Crossroad School Rd., Newville, PA, United States

    Open weekends through October 29th, 2025 Saturdays 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM & Sundays 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Admission: $9.00 Children 5 years and under free Major Credit Cards […]

  • Sat 18

    Shady Grove Ruritan, All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner | Shady Grove Community Center

    October 18, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Shady Grove Ruritan, All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner | Shady Grove Community Center
    Shady Grove Community Center 2100 Buchanan Trail East, Shady Grove, PA, United States

    Sunday September 21st, 2025 & Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Join us at the Shady Grove PA Ruritan for an all you can eat spaghetti […]

  • Sat 18

    2025 Shippensburg Parades

    October 18, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 2025 Shippensburg Parades
    Downtown Shippensburg Shippensburg, PA, United States

    2025 Shippensburg Parade Dates: Save the Dates for Upcoming Parades! Shippensburg is ready to celebrate another season of community traditions! Whether you’re a longtime resident or a visitor, you won’t […]

  • Sat 18

    Drone Show | Wilson College, Chambersburg

    October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Wilson College 1015 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wilson College invites the community to look to the skies for a breathtaking celebration of history, innovation, and unity. From […]

  • Sat 18

    Bobby D. & The Truck Stop Burritos | Colonel Murphys Music & Events, Mercersburg

    October 18, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    Colonel Muphy's Music & Events 2 S. Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 18th, 2025 * 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Yee Haw!! We're fixin' to have a really good time on Saturday night. Put on your best cowboy hat, boots, […]

  • Sun 19

    Mason Dixon Flea Market | Greencastle

    October 19, 2025 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Mason Dixon Flea Market | Greencastle
    Mason Dixon Flea Market 12876 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday 6th, 2025 and Sunday 7th, 2025 from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Every Saturday - Sunday, until November! Do you have unwanted items? Do you need to lessen […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
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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.