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  • Sat 23

    Historical Programs | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 23 @ 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 23

    MMPW Fire & Ambulance Co, Spring Bazaar | Mercersburg

    May 23 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    MMP&W Activity Center 20 Veterans Way, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 23rd, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Join MMP&W Fire & Ambulance Company for our Spring Bazaar! Enjoy a fun day of shopping local vendors, delicious food trucks, and supporting your local community small businesses. Bring your friends and family and spend the afternoon browsing handmade crafts, unique gifts, tasty treats, and […]

  • Sat 23

    Lil’ Burg 500 | Clayton Memorial Church, Mercersburg

    May 23 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Clayton Memorial Church 6701 Charlestown Rd., Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 23rd, 2026 * 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM Sign your student up to compete in the Lil 'Burg 500 Kid's Power Wheels Race & More!$5 per entry!All money goes to raise funds for Rocket Totes! Register Here: https://claytonmemorialcog.churchcenter.com/.../3436849

  • Sat 23

    Mt. Parnell Lions Ox Roast | St. Thomas American Legion Grounds

    May 23 @ 11:30 am - 6:00 pm Mt. Parnell Lions Ox Roast | St. Thomas American Legion Grounds
    St. Thomas American Legion Grounds 7966 Lincoln Way W., St. Thomas, PA, United States

    Friday May 22nd & Saturday May 23rd, 2026 * 11:30 AM Ground & Sliced Beef Sandwiches | Homemade Soups (Vegetable Beef, Beef Noodle, Beef Rice) Hot Dogs | French Fries | Soda | Homemade Ruritan Ice Cream Beef will be available to purchase by the pound.

  • Mon 25

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

    May 25 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 25

    2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    May 25 2026 Summer Camp | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg
    Conococheague Institute 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 14th - Friday July 17th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids ages 6-13 will dive into fun, hands-on adventures in nature and history, from colonial life and historic games to stream life and creative crafts. Learn more and register now for the early-bird discounts by clicking HERE

  • Mon 25

    Stars, Stipes & Stitches, A Patriotic Quilt Exhibit | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg

    May 25 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Stars, Stipes & Stitches, A Patriotic Quilt Exhibit | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Bureau, Chambersburg
    Franklin County Visitors Bureau - 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Now through the end of July celebrate America250PA Franklin County with: Stars Stripes & Stitches a patriotic quilt exhibit at the Franklin County Visitors Center. The patriotic exhibit of handmade quilts is shared in partnership with the Chambersburg Quilt Guild and friends of FCVB. See a variety of styles of quilting donning the red, white […]

  • Tue 26

    Pound Fitness & Yoga | Leidys Woodworking, Mercersburg

    May 26 Pound Fitness & Yoga | Leidys Woodworking, Mercersburg
    Leidy's Woodworking 11427 Church Hill Rd., Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Tuesdays | Pound Fitness 5:15 PM - 6:00 PM & Yoga for All 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Fannettsburg Fire Hall) Wednesday | Yoga for All 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Thursdays | Pound Fitness 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Saturdays | Energetic Yoga 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Move alongside some truly incredible humans […]

  • Tue 26

    Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg

    May 26 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cumberland Valley Philatelic Society | Trinity Lutheran Church, Chambersburg
    Trinity Lutheran Church 1186 Jason Dr., Greencastle, PA, United States

    4th Tuesday of each month * 6:30 PM Join us for an evening of camaraderie and fun with Stamp Collecting. Whether you're a novice or seasoned veteran you are welcome to join us. Hope to see you there!

  • Tue 26

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

    May 26 @ 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 27

    Get Healthy; Walking Club | Franklin County Library System

    May 27 Get Healthy; Walking Club | Franklin County Library System

    Franklin County Library System Launches Spring Walking Clubs to Boost Community Health Starting in April 2026, walking clubs will be held at locations across the County—downtown routes, parks, and scenic trails—inviting residents to get active, connect with their community, and enjoy the fresh spring air. Click Here for walking schedule

  • Wed 27

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

    May 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 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 to bring your entire canner, just the lid. Sign up is not required. If you are unable to make one of these dates, you can […]

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  • Wed 27

    Adult Pickleball Open Gym | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    May 27 @ 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 27

    Preschool Storytime | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 27 @ 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 27

    Ballroom Dance Lessons | Chambersburg Recreation Department

    May 27 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Ballroom Dance Lessons | Chambersburg Recreation Department
    Chambersburg Recreation Center’s Bard Hall 235 South 3rd Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Wednesdays May 20th - June 24th, 2026 (no class May 27th) * 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM Step onto the dance floor and learn the basics of ballroom dancing in a fun, welcoming environment with our dance instructor: Frank Hancock. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for anyone who has little to no dance experience. Participants […]

  • Wed 27

    Crochet Class | The Fendrick Library, Mercersburg

    May 27 @ 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 27

    Birth Flower Watercolor Workshop | Hammer & Stain, Chambersburg

    May 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Hammer & Stain Chambersburg 31 S. Main St., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Wednesday May 27th, 2026 * 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join us for a relaxing and creative Watercolor Birth Flowers Workshop at Hammer & Stain Chambersburg. In this beginner friendly class, you will learn simple watercolor techniques while creating your own beautiful floral artwork. You will get to choose your own birth flowers, and we […]

  • Wed 27

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

    May 27 @ 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 28

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

    May 28 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

  • Thu 28

    Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps

    May 28 Shalom Christian Academy | Summer Camps
    Shalom Christian Academy 126 Social Island Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

     4-day camps running from June 1st - July 16th, 2026. Registration is now open for Summer at Shalom, Shalom Christian Academy's summer camps filled with fun, creativity, learning, and skill-building for students entering Kindergarten through 10th grade. These 4 days camps are open to both Shalom students and children in the community and are led […]

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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.