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  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Basic Tree Identification | Penn State Extension, Chambersburg

    Saturday October 4, 2025 * 1:00 PM Join Penn State Master Gardeners for an engaging session on tree identification. Attendees will gather at the Pavilion of Waltonian Meadows, 129 Cornertown […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    JBHS Music Boosters Fall Carnival | James Buchanan High School Parking Lot, Mercersburg

    James Buchana High School 4773 Ft. Loudon Rd, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM James Buchanan High School Music Boosters are sponsoring an afternoon of fun to enjoy the last bit of nice weather. […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    All You Can Eat Fall Harvest Baked Potato Bar | Trinity Lutheran Church, Greencastle

    Trinity Lutheran Church 1186 Jason Dr., Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Menu: Baked Potato Bar with many toppings | Salad | Beverage | Dessert Cost: By Donation Benefit: Trinity Lutheran Church […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Pine Grove Cemetery Association, Spaghetti Dinner | Mt. Tabor B.I.C. Church, Mercersburg

    Mt. Tabor B.I.C. Church 12283 Punch Bowl Rd., Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Eat in or Take Out (please call-in advance for take outs) By Donation | All Donations go to support the […]

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

    Ovation Dinner Theater Presents, 80’s Rewind Comedy Murder Mystery | VFW Post 1599, Chambersburg

    VFW Post 1599 747 S Fourth Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * Doors open 4:00 PM with cash bar | Dinner Served 5:00 PM A "Totally Rad" Comedy Murder Mystery $75.00/per person Choose from Marinated Chicken Breast […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

    International Observe the Moon Night | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

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

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Join Buttonwood Nature Center with NASA and people all over the world as we celebrate the moon. Participants will learn […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Waynesboro Theater 75 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Hey Swifties… are you ready for it? The brand-new concert film “The Life of a Showgirl” is debuting at the Waynesboro Theatre—and this is your chance to experience Taylor like […]

  • Sat 4
    October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    E5C4P3: A Journey Tribute | Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg

    Capitol Theatre 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 7:00 PM E5C4P3 has been thrilling crowds for 32 years by recreating an early 80’s Journey spectacle! With a “Steve Perry”-style vocalist, Jason Kelty, the […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Mason Dixon Flea Market | Greencastle

    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 […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Open House | Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman’s Museum

    Open House | Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman’s Museum

    Chambersburg Volunteer Fireman's Museum 441 Broad St., Chambersburg, United States

    Sunday October 5th, 2025 & October 19th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tours | Antique Fire Engines | Free Admission | Souvenirs & Items for Sale 441 Broad […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Franklin Fire Company & Smith’s BBQ Chicken Fundraiser | Franklin Feed & Supply, Chambersburg

    Franklin Feed & Supply 1975 Philadelphia Ave., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday October 5th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Love Smith's Chicken? Join us to get a delicious meal! $16.00 PER MEAL--Each meal ticket includes 1/2 of a BBQ chicken, […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Chambersburg Quilt Guild, A Salute to Quilting Arts in American Quilt Show 2025 | Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Fayetteville

    Chambersburg Quilt Guild, A Salute to Quilting Arts in American Quilt Show 2025 | Saint Paul Lutheran Church, Fayetteville

    Saint Paul Luthern Church 44 E. Main St., Fayetteville, PA, United States

    Thursday Friday October 3rd, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday October 4th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday October 5th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 3:00 […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Waynesboro Theater 75 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Hey Swifties… are you ready for it? The brand-new concert film “The Life of a Showgirl” is debuting at the Waynesboro Theatre—and this is your chance to experience Taylor like […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Dash for Down Syndrome 5K & Family Fun Walk | Norlo Park, Fayetteville

    Norlo Park 3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville, PA, United States

    Date: Sunday, October 5th, 2025 * 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Dash for Down Syndrome is a family-friendly event full of fun for all ages! Festivities include a 5K, live […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    TWEP Open House | Charles Brightbill Environmental Center, Mercersburg

    The Charles Brightbill Environmental Center 4881 Ft. Loudon Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday October 5th, 2025 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Open House - Come explore inside and outside the Center! Go for a walk along the trails or cool off […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Beer & Bingo | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro

    Beer & Bingo | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro

    Rough Edges Brewing 91 W. Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    First Sunday Each Month * 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM FREE to play and always a great time at our BINGO on the 1st Sunday of EVERY month! Come in […]

  • Sun 5
    October 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Taylor Swift The Life of A Showgirl Movie Event | Waynesboro Theatre

    Waynesboro Theater 75 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Hey Swifties… are you ready for it? The brand-new concert film “The Life of a Showgirl” is debuting at the Waynesboro Theatre—and this is your chance to experience Taylor like […]

  • Mon 6
    October 6 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 6
    October 6 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 6
    October 6 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Institute for Retired Persons (IRP) Fall 2025 Schedule | Menno Haven Life Center, Chambersburg

    The Institute for Retired Persons (IRP) Fall 2025 Schedule | Menno Haven Life Center, Chambersburg

    Menno Haven Life Center 2011 Scotland Ave., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    You may enroll in-person prior to any Tuesday or Thursday in-person lecture. You do not need to enroll if you live at Menno Haven, or if you are only participating […]

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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.