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  • May 2026

  • Sat 16

    Race to Share the Gospel Around the World | Norlo Park (Pavilion 2)

    May 16 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Norlo Park 3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville, PA, United States

    Saturday May 16th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Free Family Fun Day & Open to the Community Pre-registration is appreciated for the planning purposes but not required to […]

  • 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 […]

  • Sat 30

    Touch A Truck | Downtown Shippensburg

    May 30 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Downtown Shippensburg Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 30th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Free family fun with trucks, tractors, emergency vehicles, and more. Check their Facebook page for more updates!  

  • Sat 30

    Missions Banquet; Year of the Harvest | Kauffman Community Center, Chambersburg

    May 30 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Kauffman Community Center 7289 Ruritan Road, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday May 30th, 2026 * 5:00 PM Menu: Ham/Beef, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Yams, Corn, Salad, Desserts, Coffee/Sweet Tea/Water FREE OF COST R.S.V.P by 5/23 - 301.992.8864  

  • Sun 31

    Car Show to Benefit Victory House by I’m OK Vets | Nellie Fox Bowl & Sport Shop, Chambersburg

    May 31 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Nellie Fox Bowl & Sport Shop 3587 Molly Pitcher Highway, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Sunday May 31st, 2026 * 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM The moment you’ve all been waiting for!!! Car show details are here!!!! Important things to note: Please pre-register! Registration is […]

  • June 2026

  • Tue 9

    Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church

    June 9 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church
    Marion First United Methodist Church 94 Colorado St., Marion, PA, United States

    Tuesday April 14th, 2026 * 5:45 PM (Every 2nd Tuesday) Our monthly, by-donation Community Meal was imagined and begun upon completion of our new building in 2018 and has continued […]

  • Sat 13

    Shippensburg Heritage Day | Shippensburg History Center

    June 13 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Shippensburg History Center 52 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 13th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Shippensburg America 250 Heritage Day! Join us as Shippensburg celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary. Living history, speakers, demonstrations, and historical […]

  • Sat 13

    Shippensburg Heritage Day | Shippensburg History Center

    June 13 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Shippensburg History Center 52 West King Street, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 13th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Shippensburg America 250 Heritage Day Join us as Shippensburg celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary. Living history, speakers, demonstrations, and historical […]

  • Sat 13

    Arrowheads & Archery | Conococheague Institute, Mercersburg

    June 13 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Conococheague Institute Welsh Barrens Visitors Center 12995 Bain Road, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 13th, 2026 * 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Learn about arrowheads and bow technology for indigenous hunters in the region in our exhibit throughout the day and be […]

  • Sat 13

    Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle

    June 13 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle
    Jerome King Playground 240 North Carlisle, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturdays April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th, 2026 * 11:00 AM Greencastle Neighborhood! The 'Stone Soup Society' invites you to gather downtown monthly! Warm weather […]

  • Sun 14

    Shippensburg American 250 Parade | Downtown Shippensburg

    June 14 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Downtown Shippensburg Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Sunday June 14th, 2026 * 2:00 PM Shippensburg America 250 Parade Join us as Shippensburg celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary with a community parade on Flag Day – Sunday, June […]

  • Sat 20

    2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle

    June 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle
    Cold Springs Farm 9433 McClanahan Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday April 19th * 7:00 PM | Mel Stoltzfus Family Sunday May 3rd * 6:30 PM | The Krabill Family Saturday June 20th * 6:30 PM | The Johnson Bentley […]

  • Sat 27

    Great American Picnic | Shippensburg Memorial Park

    June 27 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Shippensburg Memorial Park 100 Park Place, Shippensburg, PA, United States

    Saturday June 27th, 2026 * 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Shippensburg America250 Committee invites the community to a special Great American Picnic at Shippensburg Memorial Park — inspired by […]

  • Sun 28

    2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle

    June 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle
    Cold Springs Farm 9433 McClanahan Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday April 19th * 7:00 PM | Mel Stoltzfus Family Sunday May 3rd * 6:30 PM | The Krabill Family Saturday June 20th * 6:30 PM | The Johnson Bentley […]

  • July 2026

  • Sat 11

    Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle

    July 11 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle
    Jerome King Playground 240 North Carlisle, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturdays April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th, 2026 * 11:00 AM Greencastle Neighborhood! The 'Stone Soup Society' invites you to gather downtown monthly! Warm weather […]

  • Tue 14

    Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church

    July 14 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church
    Marion First United Methodist Church 94 Colorado St., Marion, PA, United States

    Tuesday April 14th, 2026 * 5:45 PM (Every 2nd Tuesday) Our monthly, by-donation Community Meal was imagined and begun upon completion of our new building in 2018 and has continued […]

  • August 2026

  • Sat 8

    Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle

    August 8 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Neighborhood Potluck | Jerome King Playground, Greencastle
    Jerome King Playground 240 North Carlisle, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Saturdays April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, and August 8th, 2026 * 11:00 AM Greencastle Neighborhood! The 'Stone Soup Society' invites you to gather downtown monthly! Warm weather […]

  • Tue 11

    Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church

    August 11 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Community Meal | Marion First United Methodist Church
    Marion First United Methodist Church 94 Colorado St., Marion, PA, United States

    Tuesday April 14th, 2026 * 5:45 PM (Every 2nd Tuesday) Our monthly, by-donation Community Meal was imagined and begun upon completion of our new building in 2018 and has continued […]

  • Sat 15

    2026 Fort Loudon Peach Festival | Fort Loudon Community Center

    August 15 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Fort Loudon Community Grounds 13189 Main Street & Hawbaker Drive, Ft. Loudon, PA, United States

    Saturday August 15th, 2026 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Event is hosted by Trinity UCC of Fort Loudon. Come enjoy free entertainment from singers to kids' entertainment such as […]

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  • Sat 22

    2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle

    August 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 2026 Singing in the Barn | Greencastle
    Cold Springs Farm 9433 McClanahan Rd, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday April 19th * 7:00 PM | Mel Stoltzfus Family Sunday May 3rd * 6:30 PM | The Krabill Family Saturday June 20th * 6:30 PM | The Johnson Bentley […]

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  • Barn Quilt Trail
  • Coffee Shops
  • 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.