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  • Sat 2

    12th Annual Greencastle-Antrim Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Festival | Downtown Greencastle

    May 2 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Downtown Greencastle Greencastle , PA, United States

    Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 12:00 PM Get ready for the 12th Annual Craft Beer, Wine, & Spirits Festival - Presented by M&T Bank!! Join us for an afternoon of […]

  • Sat 2

    Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg

    May 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg
    Capitol Theatre Woods Center 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday May 1st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a world of friendship, […]

  • Sat 2

    Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg

    May 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg
    Capitol Theatre Woods Center 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday May 1st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a world of friendship, […]

  • Sun 3

    Fort Loudoun’s Across the Centuries | Fort Loudoun

    May 3 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Fort Loudoun’s Across the Centurie | Fort Loudoun
    Fort Loudoun 1720 North Brooklyn Road, Fort Loudon, United States

    Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Time travel through 2,000 years of world history at […]

  • Sun 3

    Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg

    May 3 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling | The Wood Center at the Capitol Theatre, Chambersburg
    Capitol Theatre Woods Center 159 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday May 1st, 2026 * 7:00 PM Saturday May 2nd, 2026 * 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Sunday May 3rd, 2026 * 2:00 PM Step into a world of friendship, […]

  • Sun 3

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

    May 3 @ 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 […]

  • Mon 4

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

    May 4 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 4

    Youth Book Club | Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 4 @ 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 […]

  • Tue 5

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

    May 5 “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 […]

  • Tue 5

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

    May 5 @ 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

  • Wed 6

    Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    May 6 @ 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 […]

  • Wed 6

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 6 @ 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 […]

  • Wed 6

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 6 @ 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 […]

  • Wed 6

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

    May 6 @ 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 […]

  • Thu 7

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

    May 7 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 […]

  • Fri 8

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

    May 8 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 […]

  • Fri 8

    “Anything Goes” Art Exhibit | Gallery 50, Waynesboro

    May 8 @ 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 […]

  • Fri 8

    Fendrick Library Book Group | Mercersburg

    May 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Fendrick Library Book Group | Mercersburg
    Fendrick Library 20 North Main Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Second Friday of each month * 7:00 PM 12/12/25 | Holiday gathering FREE READ & POTLUCK meet at Julie’s 1/9/26 | This Land Is Our Land: immigrant’s manifesto (2019), a […]

  • Sat 9

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

    May 9 @ 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 9

    Second Saturday | Greencastle Senior Activity Center

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Second Saturday | Greencastle Senior Activity Center
    Greencastle Senior Acctivity Center 10615 Antrim Church Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    "Second Saturday's" * 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Greencastle Senior Activity Center. All Franklin County residents 60+ are welcome!On "Second Saturdays," seniors can hear special presentations from guest […]

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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.