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  • March 2026

  • Sat 28

    No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    March 28 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg
    The Star Theatre 23 West Seminary Street, Mercersburg, United States

    Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 28th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 29th, 2026 * 3:00 PM With Easter fast approaching, a pastor’s overwhelmed wife turns to her small group for help planning a special service. What starts as a simple project soon becomes […]

  • Sun 29

    No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg

    March 29 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm No Great Love, The Musical | Star Theatre, Mercersburg
    The Star Theatre 23 West Seminary Street, Mercersburg, United States

    Saturday March 21st, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 28th, 2026 * 7:00 PM Sunday March 22nd, 2026 * 3:00 PM | March 29th, 2026 * 3:00 PM With Easter fast approaching, a pastor’s overwhelmed wife turns to her small group for help planning a special service. What starts as a simple project soon becomes […]

  • Sun 29

    88th Concert Celebration Season, A Touch of Class | Waynesboro High School Auditorium

    March 29 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm 88th Concert Celebration Season, A touch of Class | Waynesboro High School Auditorium
    Waynesboro High School 50 E. Second St., Waynesboro, PA, United States

    All Concerts held Sunday afternoons at 3:00 PM at the Waynesboro High School Auditorium, 550 E. Second Street Waynesboro, PA Includes reciprocal concerts with Gettysburg, PA & Hagerstown, MD Sunday September 14th, 2025 | Bronx Wanderers Ranked on of the Top 10 shows in Las Vegas, The Bronx Wanderers are a high-energy musical "tour-de-force" that […]

  • Mon 30

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

    March 30 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

  • Mon 30

    2026 Easter Egg Hunt, Renee Poper Memorial | Greencastle Sportsmans Club

    March 30 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Greencastle Sportsmans Association 3260 Sportsmans Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Sunday March 30th, 2026 * 1:00 PM Bring the kids! Eggs, Prizes and family fun!

  • Tue 31

    “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    March 31 “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    The Franklin County Visitors Bureau announces the launch of the annual “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s timeless message delivered at Oberlin College on October 22, 1964: “The time is always right to do what is right.” Each year, the contest […]

  • Tue 31

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

    March 31 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 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

  • April 2026

  • Wed 1

    Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    April 1 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Department 235 S 3rd St., Chambersburg, PA, PA, United States

    Monday, Wednesday, Friday January 2nd - December 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Looking for a place to play pickleball this year? We've got you covered with our open gym! Drop i cost per visit: $5 / $4 Boro Residents Membership Pass: $75 / $65 Boro Residents To purchase a membership, participants must […]

  • Wed 1

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 1 @ 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

  • Wed 1

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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 group or bring a project along. No fee to join the class. If you would like individual instruction to get started, beginner crochet lessons are […]

  • Wed 1

    Pub Trivia & Kick the Keg Night | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro

    April 1 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Pub Trivia & Kick the Keg Night | Rough Edges Brewing, Waynesboro
    Rough Edges Brewing 91 W. Main St, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Every Wednesday Night January 21st - November 25th, 2026 * 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Grab a few friends and join us every Wednesday for our crazy fun General Knowledge Trivia Night. It's free to play and the top 3 teams will win Brew Bucks each week. You can enjoy a sandwich from our kitchen […]

  • Thu 2

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

    April 2 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 3

    Little Apprentices Preschool | Franklin County Career & Technology Center, Chambersburg

    April 3 Little Apprentices Preschool | Franklin County Career & Technology Center, Chambersburg
    Franklin County Career & Technology Center 2463 Loop Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Little Apprentices Preschool is now enrolling for the 2026-2027 School Year! Spots are limited, so please email katie.wilmot@franklinctc.com promptly to get your spot. Little Apprentices Preschool is a lab school located right here in CareerTech's Early Childhood Education Classroom! Children from all school districts are welcome! Children will enjoy centers, circle time, snacks, exercise play, […]

  • Fri 3

    “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    April 3 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro
    Gallery 50 50 West Main Street, Waynesboro, PA

    Friday, November 7th, 2025 * 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM The evening will showcase the new artwork and include free refreshments in addition to live music from The Flying Matlock's in the adjacent Music Makers space. The 11 featured area artists are Cindy Baker, Ophelia Chambliss, Lina Ferrara, Jean Frey, Richard Gottlieb, Robb Helfrick, Kirby Heltebridle, Leslie […]

  • Sat 4

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

    April 4 @ 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 see the current schedule of locations. (If in doubt about the weather—check Buttonwood’s Facebook page) First and third Saturdays ONLY * Start time: 8:00 AM […]

  • Sat 4

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    April 4 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    You can make every week an adventure, with free historic programs at CI every Saturday year-round! Our Revolutionary Homestead living history programs change with the seasons: Help bake bread, plant seeds in the garden, feed the sheep, or play games in the tavern, there is always something happening. Contact us for more details. Every Saturday, […]

  • Sat 4

    The Shippensburg History Center Annual Easter Egg Hunt

    April 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Shippensburg History Center 52 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday April 4th, 2026 Ages 12 and younger are invited to the SHC’s annual Easter egg hunt. Groups will be 8-12 and 7 & under | Grand Prizes for those that find the special eggs. This will begin at 1:00 PM sharp!! Held at the Shippensburg History Center

  • Mon 6

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

    April 6 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

  • Mon 6

    Youth Book Club | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    April 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Youth Book Club | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Who:  Kids in grades 6-12 When: The 1st Monday each month Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Where: Fendrick Library Theme:  Different themes each month!  Choose your own book to read and discuss, it can be any kind of novel, story, comic, etc. that has some connection to the theme. What:  Hosted by youth for youth!  […]

  • Tue 7

    “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    April 7 “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest | Franklin County Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    The Franklin County Visitors Bureau announces the launch of the annual “It Is Always the Right Time to Do the Right Thing” Essay Contest, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s timeless message delivered at Oberlin College on October 22, 1964: “The time is always right to do what is right.” Each year, the contest […]

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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.