May 4 – May 5
Our hometown is full of excitement, fun and even the unexpected. The people, businesses and organizations in Adams County host special events in Gettysburg, PA year-round, and there is always something new to see. In addition to special battlefield celebrations and events that let you experience history in different and unforgettable ways, the area is home to unique festivals, fairs, exhibits, theater & concerts that you won’t want to miss when visiting Central Pennsylvania.
Are you looking for a list of guided tours? View our tour calendar here.
From historical events and celebrations to farm-fresh foodie festivals, there’s no shortage of fun and special things to do around Gettysburg. Take a look at what’s happening today.
The weekend was made to blow off steam, and this weekend you’ll want to loosen up at one of Gettysburg’s big events. Find the perfect festival and have a good time this weekend.
Healthy Adams County Spring Walk at GNMP Amphitheater
May 01, 2024
1 p.m.
Events Calendar
GNMP Amphitheater, West Confederate Ave.
Gettysburg, PA
Silvershire Farm Blossom Belt Horse-Drawn Carriage Ride
May 01, 2024 – May 05, 2024
10 a.m.
Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides
210 Clearview Rd
Aspers, PA
Academy Alive
May 01, 2024 – May 04, 2024
9:30 a.m.
National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
339 S. Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD
Grant Knoxlyn Live in the Beer Garden
May 02, 2024
6 – 9 p.m.
Appalachian Brewing Company – Battlefield
259 Steinwehr Ave
Gettysburg, PA
Sunderman Conservatory Piano Citizens in Concert
May 02, 2024
6:30 p.m.
Events Calendar
Gettysburg College, 210 N Washington St.
Gettysburg, PA
Live Music w/ Nick Mich
May 02, 2024
6 p.m.
Gettysburg Eddie’s
217 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA
Living History
May 03, 2024 – Nov 16, 2024
10 a.m.
National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
339 S. Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD
Ghost Stories with Lance Windish
May 03, 2024
8 p.m.
Battlefield Bed & Breakfast Inn
2264 Emmitsburg Road
Gettysburg, PA
Adults Try the Pottery Wheel
May 03, 2024 – Dec 27, 2024
6 p.m.
Southern Pennsylvania Clay
102 Chambersburg St
Gettysburg, PA
Trailblazing Women of Country
May 03, 2024
7:30 p.m.
Majestic Theater
25 Carlisle Street
Gettysburg, PA
Civil War Medicine Symposium
May 04, 2024
8 a.m.-4:15 p.m. | 7:45 a.m. Registration
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore Pike
Gettysburg, PA
The Life & Death of Jennie Wade
May 04, 2024
11 a.m.
Adams County Historical Society
625 Biglerville Rd
Gettysburg, PA
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