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  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Mini Cow & Bunny Cuddles | Country Roots & Boots, Waynesboro

    Roots & Boots 30 Walnut Street, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Saturday July 12th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Help us welcome Adventures with Taurus and Friends to our store on July 12th for mini cow and bunny cuddles! […]

  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Greencastle Amateur Players Present: The Little Mermaid | Jerome King Playground Bandshell, Greencastle

    Greencastle Amateur Players Present: The Little Mermaid | Jerome King Playground Bandshell, Greencastle

    Jerome King Playground 240 North Carlisle, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday July 11th, 2025 * 7:00 PM Saturday July 12th, 2025 * 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM Join the excitement as more than 50 families from across Franklin County unite to bring this production to life. You're invited to experience the fun firsthand! (It's a great way to cool off from a long day of […]

  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

    Block Party | MMP&W Volunteer Fire Department, Mercersburg

    MMP&W Volunteer Fire Department 132 N. Main St, Merce, PA, United States

    Saturday July 12th, 2025 * Starting at 5:00 PM Food Trucks \ Vendors | Dunk Tank | Face Painting | Kids Games | Dime Pitch & More Grab Dinner & Desserts: Moschetti's Touch of Italy, Binnie & Busters Artic Ice, Thirsty Jerky, Dough & Arrows, Hillbilly Jerky, Baby Cakes Cheesecakes LLC, Kicking Rooster Chicken Sandwiches, […]

  • Sat 12
    July 12 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Greencastle Amateur Players Present: The Little Mermaid | Jerome King Playground Bandshell, Greencastle

    Greencastle Amateur Players Present: The Little Mermaid | Jerome King Playground Bandshell, Greencastle

    Jerome King Playground 240 North Carlisle, Greencastle, PA, United States

    Friday July 11th, 2025 * 7:00 PM Saturday July 12th, 2025 * 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM Join the excitement as more than 50 families from across Franklin County unite to bring this production to life. You're invited to experience the fun firsthand! (It's a great way to cool off from a long day of […]

  • Mon 14
    July 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday July 14th, 21st, 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Enjoy A different experience in the arts every week. Intended for children up 5 to 12. Registration required! Email jbrowning@fclspa.org or call 717.263.1054 Ext 1005.

  • Thu 17
    July 17 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    New! Outdoor Skills Day Camp 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Buttonwood Nature Center 10356 Amsterdam Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Thursday July 17th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Held at Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro, Pa. Do you have what it takes to be an outdoor survivalist? Learn some essential skills like tying knots, orienteering, and other skills you can use if you ever get lost in the woods. Campers will also learn to […]

  • Thu 17
    July 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Wee Wonders Nature Series for Preschoolers Summer 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Wee Wonders Nature Series for Preschoolers Summer 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Thursdays July 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM This summer, we have four exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full-series only. Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center (formerly The Institute), age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, hikes, theme-related and […]

  • Fri 18
    July 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Story Time at Sundown | Chambersburg Memorial Park

    Chambersburg Memorial Park 1 Memorial Drive, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Friday July 18th, 2025 * 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Bring your blankets or chairs and books and join us at the park for a Free Family-friendly evening of reading and community! Enjoy snacks, crafts, story times with community readers, and a relaxing evening of connection with your family as the sun sets. Events Highlights […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Summer Saturdays | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Summer Saturdays | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Saturdays 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pine Hill Recreations Area, Waynesboro All new series of outdoor adventures designed to encourage families to get outside together and experience nature. June 21st - Herp Hike: Discovering the Hidden World of Reptiles and Amphibians June 28th - Birding for Beginners July 5th - Tre Trek: Uncovering Nature's Green […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Ice Cream Social & Book Sale | Blue Ridge Summit Free Library

    Blue Ridge Summit Free Library 13676 Monterey Lane, Blue Ridge Summit, PA, United States

    Saturday July 19th, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM The Blue Ridge Summit Free Library will hold its 49th annual Ice Cream Social and Book Sale on the library grounds. The event is the primary fundraiser for the library. Proceeds support improvements to maintain and keep safe this historic building, built in 1891. More […]

  • Sat 19
    July 19 @ 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 19
    July 19 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Block Party | First United Methodist Church of Mercersburg

    First United Methodist Church, Mercersburg 11 North Fayette Street, Mercersburg, PA, United States

    Saturday July 19th, 2025 * 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Held in the lower parking lot & lawn by the playground | 29/31 N. Fayette St. Playground Equipment | Bounce Houses | Yard Games | Hot Dogs | FREE Back Packs w/school supplies Antietam Dairy Ice Cream Truck will be there! First 100 ice cream […]

  • Mon 21
    July 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday July 14th, 21st, 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Enjoy A different experience in the arts every week. Intended for children up 5 to 12. Registration required! Email jbrowning@fclspa.org or call 717.263.1054 Ext 1005.

  • Wed 23
    July 23 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Rocks and Relics Discover Camp | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Stoner Archaeological Site 8777 Lyons Rd, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Wednesday July 23rd, 2025 * 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Presented in partnership with Little Antietam Creek, Inc. (LACI), “Rocks and Relics” is one of Buttonwood’s series of Discover programs for students in grades 5–12 (ages 10 to 17). This Discover series program combines earth science, geology, archaeology and history. Students explore the secrets of […]

  • Thu 24
    July 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Wee Wonders Nature Series for Preschoolers Summer 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Wee Wonders Nature Series for Preschoolers Summer 2025 | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Thursdays July 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM This summer, we have four exciting new sessions of educational FUN! Wee Wonders registration is full-series only. Taught by educators from Buttonwood Nature Center (formerly The Institute), age-appropriate program activities make learning fun, and include exploring the outdoors, hikes, theme-related and […]

  • Sat 26
    July 26 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Summer Saturdays | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Summer Saturdays | Buttonwood Nature Center, Waynesboro

    Pine Hill Recreation Area 12684 Mentzer Gap Road, Waynesboro, PA, United States

    Saturdays 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Pine Hill Recreations Area, Waynesboro All new series of outdoor adventures designed to encourage families to get outside together and experience nature. June 21st - Herp Hike: Discovering the Hidden World of Reptiles and Amphibians June 28th - Birding for Beginners July 5th - Tre Trek: Uncovering Nature's Green […]

  • Mon 28
    July 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    A Splash of Art, July | Coyle Free Library, Chambersburg

    Coyle Free Library 102 North Main Street, Chambersburg, PA, United States

    Monday July 14th, 21st, 28th, 2025 * 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Enjoy A different experience in the arts every week. Intended for children up 5 to 12. Registration required! […]

  • Tue 29
    July 29 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • Wed 30
    July 30 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

  • Thu 31
    July 31 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    United We Read: The Area 51 Files | Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center, Chambersburg

    Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Center 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg, PA

    Tuesday July 29th, 30th & 31st, August 1st, 4th & 5th, 2025 * 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Join the Franklin County Visitors Bureau and United Way at United We […]

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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.