Tuesday April 29th, 2025 * 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Join our beginner-friendly pre-traced watercolor workshop in our beautiful greenhouse setting, where you’ll paint a cherished home—yours or a loved one’s—as a heartfelt gift! Guided by Hannah of Owlfeathers Watercolor, who brings ten years of expertise, you’ll learn to capture any home texture, from siding […]
DUTCHFEST begins Friday, MAY 2nd at 5:00 PM, with food concessions (featuring our delicious pork BBQ sandwiches and homestyle Dutch foods), the craft show, and children's activities open. Saturday, May 3rd continues the food and fun and includes our annual SCA 5K (Race begins at 8:30 AM) Children's Fun Walk, and Chicken BBQ. Join us […]
The Chambersburg Lions Club and The Chambersburg Rotary Club will host the 28th Annual Chambersburg Trout Derby. Saturday May 3rd and Sunday 4th, 2025. Registration, times, and locations, Click Here
Saturday May 3rd, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Visit the award winning beautiful Owl Hollow Clydesdales At Snider's! Bring your camera and your family! This is a FREE community event! You can ask the owners all about their care and feed program. These horses are amazing, and you will love them!
Saturday, May 3rd 2025 * 9:00 AM $10.00 for Tike Triathlon (ages 3-7, adult present) | $25.00* for Fun/Run Walk (no charge for children 7 and under) *The run registration price includes drinks, desserts, and event t-shirts. 9:00 am | Tike Triathlon – 1/4-mile ride (bike/trike), obstacle course, 1/4-mile run; everyone earns medal 10:00 […]
Sunday May 4th, 2025 * 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM We will have our art show exhibits displayed. Open house events are free at the center. Come visit the building the outside trails. If you can't make the open house, call the center to make a reservation, 717.328.2126
Beginning Saturday 26th & Sunday April 27th, 2025 and continuing every weekend until November 1st, 2025 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Discover vintage treasures, handmade crafts, and great deals from local vendors Vendors: Spaces are $20 (cash only, collected at 9:30). Just drive in and pick your space! Informational meeting will be held April 18th at […]
Saturday May 10th, 2025 * 9:00 AM Mother’s Day Treasures: A Spring Craft Fair Join us for a day of celebration, shopping, and springtime fun at our Mother’s Day Treasures: A Spring Craft Fair! Discover unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds perfect for treating the special moms in your life. Enjoy a variety of […]
Saturday May 10th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Join us for Mercersburg Springfest! This lively celebration brings together the best of local artisans, crafters, and businesses for a day filled with shopping, entertainment, and community spirit. With over 80 vendors showcasing their unique products and services, there's something for everyone. Discover an array […]
Saturday May 10th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Mother’s Day Treasures: A Spring Craft Fair Join us for a day of celebration, shopping, and springtime fun at our Mother’s Day Treasures: A Spring Craft Fair! Discover unique gifts, handcrafted treasures, and one-of-a-kind finds perfect for treating the special moms in your life. Enjoy […]
2025 Summer Camps | The Ultimate Summer Camp Adventure Awaits! Explore. Create. Play. Discover! Looking for an unforgettable summer experience? Our exciting summer camps offer endless fun, creativity, and adventure for kids of all ages! Whether your child loves art, science, nature, language, or exploration, we have the perfect camp for them! Visit their website […]
Thursday May 15th, 2025 * 7:00 PM "Harriet Lane Birthday Celebration". The Harriet Lane Award will be presented by Mayor Michael Perdersen. Sahand Miraminy, owner of The Inn at Historic Lane House, will give a presentation on Harriet Lane. Location: The Upper West Concococheague Presbyterian Church on West Seminary Street in Mercersburg Light Refreshments will […]
Saturday May 17th, 2025 & Saturday September 20th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Local Artisans | Unique Items | Homemade Items | Handmade Items | Food Trucks | Food Vendors Shop with friends and family! Would you like to be a vendor at this event? Email: greencastlemarket@gmail.com or call 717.597.9991
Saturday May 17th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Enjoy music while you shop handmade items, trending clothing and accessories and enjoy snacking and drinking from the best food trucks around! A list of vendors, food truck and musicians coming soon! *For an application, please email hello@shabbychicfarmhouseboutique.com. We accept handmade items, clothing/accessory boutiques and […]
Saturday May 17th, 2025 * 4:00 PM Join us for a FREE outside Christian Music Event featuring Emerson Day with special guest Chris Hughes to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Freedom Lighthouse Ministries at the Fort Loudon Community Park. Invite your friends & family, bring your chair and pack the lawn for an exciting time […]
Sunday May 18th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Join us as we honor a remarkable milestone: The 100th anniversary of our dedicated ambulance service! This special celebration promises to be a memorable occasion as our department historian shares captivating stories that trace the rich history of our service, highlighting its vital role in […]
Sunday May 18th, 2025 * 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Play Outside is the spirit of Youth Fest! Fun outside day for kids to include hikes, story walk, hands-on activities and partnered stations. This fun event features a variety of workshops, demonstrations, activities, exhibits, and entertainment throughout the day. Professional guest performers are always exciting, […]
Saturday May 24th, 2025 * Sunday May 25th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM We are hosting a Fortnite Bingo Scavanger hunt! There will be drop boxes around Mainstreet where you'll draw a card and reflect it on your Bingo card. Will you be a survivor or eliminated? We will have big and small […]
Saturday May 24th, 2025 * 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for opening day at the market! We have plenty of plants, baked goods, produce, meat, cheese, breakfast, mushrooms, honey and crafts! Come to shop with an empty belly because we will definitely find something yummy to fill it.
Saturday May 24th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM FREE EVENT! These might be the largest horses you will ever see in person! Rain or Shine, under roof here at Snider's Elevator on Saturday May 24th starting at 9:00 AM. We are very lucky to have these huge horses on exhibition at Snider's! These […]
Saturday May 24th, 2025 * 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM Sign your student up to compete in the first ever Lil ‘Burg 500 Kid’s Power Wheels Race! $5 per entry! All money goes to raise funds for Rocket Totes! Clayton Memorial Church | 6701 Charlestown Rd. Mercersburg, PA
Thursday May 29th, 2025 - Saturday June 7th, 2025 * 5:00 PM Penn Valley Shows will be the carnival rides. Nightly Entertainment: 5/29 - Crash The Limo 5/30 - Cash Unchained 5/31 - Dean Crawford Band 6/1 - Hubcaps 6/2 - Road Ducks 6/3 - Brickyard Road 6/4 - Hoss 6/5 - The Reagan Years […]
Greater Tuna | May 30th, 2025 - June 8th, 2025 9-5 | June 20th - July 6th, 2025 The 39 Steps | July 18th - July 27th, 2025 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical | August 8th - August 24th, 2025 Diamond: The Neil Diamond Tribute | August 27th - 31st, 2025 Tucked Away Tuesdays: The […]
Saturday May 31st * 10:00 AM Shotgun Join us this month for the Donnie’s Legacy Scramble, a special charity tournament dedicated to celebrating the life of Donnie — a man whose infectious laugh, deep love for golf, and unwavering kindness left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Donnie believed in the power of friendship […]
Sunday June 1st, 2025 * 1:30 PM Our guided walks along the StoryWalk® trail continue. NEW for 2025, special events will happen four times a year to mark the season. Each StoryWalk® event celebrates the new season in a fun and meaningful way with extra fun and special activities. Our summer event is on Sunday, […]
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.
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 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.