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  • August 2025

  • Sat 2
    August 2 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    End of Summer Festival | Mike Waters Park, Chambersburg

    Mike Waters Park 498 2nd St., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday August 2nd, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Splash Pad | Face Painting | Glitter Tattoos | Tie Dye (bring your own shirt) | Playground | Crafts | Free Snacks 11:00 AM | Air Weaver Balloon Show Rain Location: Coyle Free Library 498 2nd St. Chambersburg, PA 17201

  • Sat 2
    August 2 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm Jeep Weekend | Twin Bridge Campground, Chambersburg

    Jeep Weekend | Twin Bridge Campground, Chambersburg

    Twin Bridges Campground 1345 Twin Bridge Rd., Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st * 8:00 PM Drive In Movie Night | Popcorn & Cotton Candy for sale Saturday August 2nd  11:00 AM | Jeep Ride, Meet at the Pavilion 12:30 PM | Picnic Lunch at the Pavilion (Free for Jeep Ride participants, $5 for others) 2:00 PM | Foam Party 3:00 PM | Rubber Duckie […]

  • Sat 2
    August 2 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Train Rides | Norlo Park, Chambersburg

    Train Rides | Norlo Park, Chambersburg

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

    Free train rides are back for summer 2025 at Norlo Park! Enjoy this family favorite every 1st and 3rd Saturday in June, July, and August from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (weather permitting). Norlo Park | 3050 Lincoln Way E. Fayetteville Special thanks to the Cumberland Valley Railroad Historical Society—NRHS for continuing to bring this beloved […]

  • Sat 2
    August 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Mercersburg Community Band Concert Schedule 2025

    Mercersburg Community Band Concert Schedule 2025

    July 19th | Chambersburg Memorial Park Band Shell * 8:00 PM (subject to change because of Methodist ice cream social) could be 7:00 PM August 2nd | Old Home Week Greencastle, Jerome King Playground Band Shell * 7:00 PM August 10th | Mercersburg Lions Club Fair * 7:00 PM August 12th | Williamson Ruritan Ice […]

  • Sun 3
    August 3 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Sun 3
    August 3 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

  • Sun 3
    August 3 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

    Church at the Park | Lions Club Park, Mercersburg

    Mercersburg Lions Club Park 405 South Park Atreet, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday August 3rd, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Join us for Church at the Park! 150 Free Backpacks and School Supplies | Haircut Vouchers | Bounce Houses | Games/Face Painting | Bingo | Door Prizes | Candy Drop | Food Trucks | Ice Cream Truck

  • Mon 4
    August 4 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Mon 4
    August 4 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

  • Mon 4
    August 4 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    Family Movie Night, Old Home Week Event | Antrim Spring Farm, Greencastle

    Antrim Spring Farm

    Monday August 4th, 2025 * 8:00 PM Plan to come see us the Monday of GA Old Home Week for a movie night under the stars! Girl Scouts will be here selling concessions. Bring your own chairs or blankets, whichever you prefer. Movie starts at 8:00 PM, we will be playing The Sandlot. See you […]

  • Tue 5
    August 5 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Tue 5
    August 5 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

  • Wed 6
    August 6 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Wed 6
    August 6 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

  • Thu 7
    August 7 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Thu 7
    August 7 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

  • Thu 7
    August 7

    Discounted Wristband Advance Sales for Lions Club Community Fair, Mercersburg

    Mercersburg Lions Club Park 405 South Park Atreet, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Monday August 11th - Saturday August 16th (Ride Nights) 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Snyders Attractions Providing Rides On Sale Now - Advance Ticket Sales Unlimited Rides $20.00 (plus $2.00 Service Fee) $25.00 the week of the fair Purchase early online, Here

  • Thu 7
    August 7 @ 6:30 pm Judy Elden Annual Memorial Summer Concert Series | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    Judy Elden Annual Memorial Summer Concert Series | Renfrew Museum & Park, Waynesboro

    Renfrew Museum & Park 1010 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    June 12th - August 28th, 2025 (Thursdays) Sit back and enjoy live music on the lawn behind the Museum House on Thursday evenings this summer! All concerts begin at 6:30 PM and are free to the public (though donations are gratefully accepted). Bring a chair or blanket to sit on and feel free to bring […]

  • Fri 8
    August 8 Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    Old Home Week Specials & Events | John Allison Public House, Greencastle

    John Allison Public House 155 South Antrim Way, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday August 1st, 2025 - Saturday August 9th Smoked Specials All Week | Live Music | Dinner Specials | Tastings | Comedy | Contests | Drink & Beer Specials Kitchen is open daily form 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Reservations Highly Recommended) Like their Facebook page for updates

  • Fri 8
    August 8 Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Greencastle Antrim 42nd Triennial Old Home Week

    Downtown Greencastle - Old Home Week Greencastle, PA, United States

    August 2nd - August 9th, 2025 This cherished tradition, which began in 1902, continues to unite our community, honoring our past while celebrating the vibrant spirit of today. Old Home Week is a time to reconnect with friends and family, reminisce about the good old days, and create new memories together. Our weeklong celebration offers […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
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  • 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.