Join us in historic Gettysburg for an exciting Sports Card & Pokémon Show that brings together collectors, families, vendors, and hobby enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you’re searching for rare sports cards, vintage collectibles, Pokémon singles, sealed products, memorabilia, or trading opportunities, this event offers something for everyone and free admission.In addition to dozens of vendors from across the region, the show will feature a special Kid Entrepreneur Marketplace, giving young business owners the opportunity to showcase and sell their own products, learn valuable business skills, and experience what it’s like to run a booth at a live event. If ...
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Step into the shoes of a Revolutionary War courier and set out on a self-guided driving adventure across Adams County. This is not a guided tour or a race; rather, it’s an opportunity to explore at your own pace, work together as a team, and uncover the stories of the local patriots who helped shape our nation.Armed with a historic passport, sealed dispatches, and powers of observation, participants travel to churches, taverns, cemeteries, monuments, and other historic landmarks connected to the Revolutionary era.Along the way, solve puzzles, decipher clues, and uncover the stories of local soldiers, ministers, tavern keepers, and ... Read This Story
Decades of Fun Trivia Night brings teams to The Upper Crust in downtown Gettysburg on August 20 at 6:00 p.m. for a fundraiser benefiting Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center. Teams of six test their knowledge through multiple rounds of decade-themed trivia while enjoying the welcoming atmosphere of a local restaurant known for its wood-fired pizza and cocktails. Check-in begins at 5:15 p.m., and registration costs $60 per team.
Celebrate the end of summer with Family Game Night at Hollabaugh Bros. Fruit Farm & Market in Biglerville on July 31 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Families can bring a favorite board game or enjoy outdoor games while listening to live music by Rebekah Foster. A build-your-own ice cream sundae bar, snacks, and other treats are available for purchase. Admission is free, making it an easy evening of fun before the new school year begins.
Bluegrass on the Farm brings an evening of live music to Thomason’s Olde Thyme Herb Farm on Saturday, July 18, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Set at Thomason’s Olde Thyme Herb Farm, 170 Stoney Point Rd., East Berlin, PA, the event features a performance by the Crossroads Bluegrass Band in the farm’s outdoor yard. Guests can bring a lawn chair, relax, and enjoy traditional bluegrass music in a peaceful country setting.Thomason’s Olde Thyme Herb Farm also offers a country gift shop filled with specialty teas, homemade jellies, home décor, jewelry, and seasonal gifts, making the destination worth exploring before or ... Read This Story
39 North brings live music to The Lodges of Gettysburg on Friday, August 22, at 7:00 p.m. with a fun mix of alternative rock, classic rock, 80s hits, country favorites, and party rock from across the decades. Based in the MD/PA region, the band keeps the energy high with familiar songs made for singing along, dancing, and enjoying a night out in Gettysburg.Tickets cost $10 and may be paid at the door. Guests can also enjoy featured cocktails and dining specials at Gloryridge Tavern before or during the show. Dining reservations are encouraged by calling 717-642-2500.
Central PA Wedding Shows brings one of the region’s premier wedding planning events to The Lodges at Gettysburg on Camp Gettysburg Road in Gettysburg on Saturday, August 9, from noon until 3:00 p.m. Designed for newly engaged couples and anyone planning a wedding, this one-day expo connects attendees with many of the area’s top wedding professionals while offering inspiration, exclusive savings, and valuable planning resources all under one roof.Couples have the opportunity to meet talented local vendors, explore the latest wedding trends, discover creative ideas for every style and budget, and take advantage of booking discounts and special incentives ... Read This Story
The Inaugural Sunday Brunch Society is fresh take on brunch at Chef M on Market at 1510 W. Market St. in York on Sunday, August 2, beginning at 10:00 a.m. This thoughtfully curated dining experience centers on great food, relaxed conversation, and the simple pleasure of lingering around the table long after the last course arrives.Guests enjoy a multi-course brunch menu created by Chef M, paired with a complimentary mimosa bar and a chef-crafted culinary experience that celebrates memorable flavors and a welcoming atmosphere. Rather than rushing through a meal, Sunday Brunch Society embraces a slower pace where each ... Read This Story
Dressed in period soldier’s clothing, Matthew Dodd takes listeners back in time to feel what it was like to be a soldier, civilian, loved-one-at-home or escaped slave in the Civil War era. Through period songs, excerpts from actual letters, and anecdotes (humorous and poignant) Matthew evokes the feelings and passions of that pivotal era of American history. Matthew bypasses the stories of the generals and the battle movements and concentrates on the feelings and stories of the individual soldier (north and south), the mother, father, or sweetheart left at home, and of the men and women who “followed the drinking ... Read This Story
A Hilarious Interactive Comedy Experience – Date Night Just Got Dangerously Funny!
August 1st 8:00pm – 9:30pmWitness the hilarity and mischief that unfolds when Couples dive into Therapy. This unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment is a unique and clever combination of theatre, stand-up comedy, and improv that is as funny as it is insightful. Audiences go on a hilarious and interactive ride as a pair of married relationship experts attempt to help couples with their relationships but as the show continues, the experts are revealed to have more problems than their patients!The show offers endless humor packed with practical relationship advice ...
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Curious about quilting during the Civil War? Quilts were a common household item in both the north and the south and were often treasured family heirlooms passed down through generations.Join Shriver House guide Gayle Underwood on Saturday, July 18th at 3 p.m. in the Garden Room of the Shriver House Museum for a brand-new program exploring the fascinating connections between quilting and the Civil War. Gayle will discuss the role quilts played during the war in Gettysburg and beyond, including how they helped raise money for the war effort, how material shortages influenced the quilting process, and how quilts continue ... Read This Story
Operation Honor: Rural Salute brings a free community event honoring veterans and military families to GARA in Gettysburg on July 25. The day focuses on resources, connection, and celebration for veterans, military families, and the broader community.Guests can explore resource booths that connect veterans with benefits, services, and support while enjoying food trucks, live music, speaker panels, and family-friendly activities, including a petting zoo. The event creates a welcoming space for neighbors, service members, families, and supporters to gather, learn, and celebrate those who served.Live music and ceremonial moments include the Lancers Drum and Bugle Corps presenting colors, performing ... Read This Story
