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  • Mon 27
    October 27 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 27
    October 27 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 […]

  • Mon 27
    October 27 Making Spirits Bright Wreath Fundraiser | Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce, Mercersburg

    Making Spirits Bright Wreath Fundraiser | Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce, Mercersburg

    Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce 11427 Church Hill Rd, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Monday October 27th, 2025 – Wednesday November 19th, 2025 Make spirits bright by purchasing and decorating a wreath for Downtown Mercersburg’s Christmas Season! A portion of the proceeds will go […]

  • Mon 27
    October 27 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    2025 Mercersburg Halloween Parade | Downtown Mercersburg

    Downtown Mercersburg Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Monday October 27th, 2025 * 7:00 PM Floats * Food Trucks * Bands and family fun!  

  • Tue 28
    October 28 The Great Pie Sale | Salom Christian Academy, Chambersburg

    The Great Pie Sale | Salom Christian Academy, Chambersburg

    Shalom Christian Academy 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    The Best Way to Put a Pie on Your Thanksgiving Table It’s time for the Great Pie Sale – homemade pies are the best! Our homemade pies are lovingly made […]

  • Tue 28
    October 28 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

    Smart Feeding: Management for Dairy Efficiency | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    Creekside Dairy 4675 Fort McCord Rd., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday October 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM Penn State Extension Dairy Team will be at Creekside Dairy, 4675 Fort McCord Rd., Chambersburg, PA, highlighting the critical role of feed management in optimizing dairy herd performance. This workshop explores the connection between feed practices and overall efficiency, covering key topics such as particle length, ensiling techniques, […]

  • Tue 28
    October 28 @ 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 28
    October 28 @ 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 | […]

  • Tue 28
    October 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Franklin County First Responders & Law Enforcement Truck or Treat | Chambersburg Area Middle School North

    Chambersburg Area Middle School 1151 East McKinley Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    We're getting closer to this year's Franklin County First Responders and Law Enforcement Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, October 28th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.  Through this event, we […]

  • Tue 28
    October 28 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Swan Lake by International Ballet Stars | Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Shippensburg

    H.Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Tuesday October 28th, 2025 * 7:00 PM Presented by Classical Arts Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet, “Swan Lake,” presented by Classical Arts Entertainment and performed by International Ballet Stars. […]

  • Tue 28
    October 28 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Trivia Knights with Andrew Givens | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Trivia Knights with Andrew Givens | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Every Tuesday * 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Grab your friends and come out for some food, drinks, fun & TRIVIA! Reservations are encouraged! 717.643.0218

  • Wed 29
    October 29 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 29
    October 29 Fall Fun | Traesure Apple Ranch, Waynesboro

    Fall Fun | Traesure Apple Ranch, Waynesboro

    Traesure Apple Ranch 8384 Anthony Hwy, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Wednesday & Thursdays 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fridays 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturdays 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday | Dress Like a Book Character and get $1.00 […]

  • Wed 29
    October 29 Decorators Wanted: 7th Annual Festival of Trees | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    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 […]

  • Wed 29
    October 29 Collection of items for the Children’s Aid Society | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    Collection of items for the Children’s Aid Society | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    Franklin County Visitors Bureau - 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Now through Monday November 17th, 2025 Homeless Matters Collects Personal Care Items for Children’s Aid Society at Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center Halloween and Thanksgiving are just around the corner […]

  • Wed 29
    October 29 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

    Free Pressure Canner Dial Gauge Testing | Penn State Extension, Franklin County

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

    Penn State Extension in Franklin County is offering free testing on the first Wednesday of every month at the Franklin County Extension Office, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM No need […]

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  • Wed 29
    October 29 @ 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 time Activities & Playtime Snack time

  • Wed 29
    October 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

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

    Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Crochet Class meets every Wednesday at 6:00 PM! For beginners and those that love crochet! Come learn to crochet, make holiday projects as a […]

  • Thu 30
    October 30 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 30
    October 30 Bras For a Cause 2025 | Franklin County

    Bras For a Cause 2025 | Franklin County

    Downtown Waynesboro Downtown Waynesboro, Waynesboro, PA

    𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓! October 1st - 31st... Looking for Gently Used and New Bras... Bras donated are given to Waynesboro Community & Human Services & Grace's Free Closet […]

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  • Barn Quilt 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.