The McSherrystown Fish and Game is hosting their 80th anniversary on August 8th from Noon till 5. Free food, drinks, popcorn, and hopefully ice cream will be served. Prizes at the door. Some items engraved with the club's logo like: coffee mugs/patches/knifes, guns, water bottles, along with more free items. All members showing their club card will […]
Celebrate August’s 2nd Saturday in Downtown Hanover with special screenings of the iconic summer thriller Jaws (1975) at the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center! Whether you’re a longtime fan or experiencing the classic for the first time, this unforgettable film is the perfect way to close out the summer season. An enormous great white shark terrorizes […]
Saturday, Aug. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m. Battlefield Overlook Event Center, 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg The battles of Gettysburg and Little Bighorn remain the two most studied military engagements in American history. The colorful and controversial George Armstrong Custer was at the center of both events. Custer’s Civil War fame began at Gettysburg […]
This festival will have you feeling "just peachy" all weekend long. Biglerville, PA – Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. will be hosting their 36th Annual Peach Festival on Saturday, August 8th and Sunday, August 9th between 12-4 p.m. The annual festival is a celebration of all things peach and so much more. For generations, families have marked […]
This is the event everyone looks forward to every year — great food, amazing local vendors, live entertainment, kids activities, and a whole lot of community pride. From classic cars to handmade crafts and everything in between, there’s something for everyone at Littlestown Good Ole Days.
The 91st Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival is coming this August! Founded in 1979 this historic festival features the best names in bluegrass music! Head to their website to learn more about the event, and the line-up!
Thai Yum Yum is excited to be part of Gettysburg Jeep Fest on August 14–15! Join in for an action-packed weekend featuring Jeeps of every kind, off-road adventures, live music, vendors, family-friendly activities, and, of course, delicious Thai food! Whether you’re a Jeep enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, stop by Thai […]
Saturday August 15th from 8AM-11AM Start your Saturday with a delicious breakfast while helping local students get ready for a successful school year! Breakfast Buffet Pricing: Adults: $15.95 Children: $10.99 Bring a donation of new school supplies to support the United Way of Adams County, and you'll receive 10% OFF your check as our thank you! […]
Celebrate summer with a day full of games on the lawn of the mansion. Families are encouraged to hang out, spend time outdoors and enjoy free food. They'll also be handing out backpacks and school supplies to get the kids ready for the new school year (while supplies last!) No pre-registration required.
GETTYSBURG, Pa. — The Gettysburg Choral Society is inviting experienced singers, especially tenors and sopranos, to audition for its milestone 10th Anniversary Season, with the final audition date scheduled for Monday, August 17, from 7:00–9:00 p.m. by appointment. This extraordinary season offers singers the opportunity to participate in two exceptional performances that combine artistic excellence […]
Red Cross Blood Drive Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church 38 N. High St. Arendtsville, PA Wednesday, August 19, 2026 1:00 to 6:00 www.redcrossblood.org
ACCAC Trivia Night Thursday, August 20, 2026 6-9pm The Upper Crust 19 York Street Gettysburg, PA 17325 Gather your friends and join us for another exciting night of trivia! Teams of 6 compete through multiple rounds of trivia. $60 per team – Register at https://kidsagaincac.org/event/trivianightaug26/ Check-in at 5:15pm to find your seat; Trivia starts promptly at […]
Come out to a summer music event, featuring Stone Country, Jay Jackson, Phyllis Houska and The Cloggers. Happening on Friday, August 21st at the East Berlin Area Community Center. Doors open at 6pm with the show taking place from 6:30 to 9pm. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door. Food will also […]
Did you know there are so many health and wellness resources available right here in Adams County? You might be surprised by what you discover! Join Healthy Adams County and community partners at the Adams County Farmers Market for Community Health Discovery Day on Saturday, August 22! ✨ Explore health screenings 🥕 Learn about wellness […]
A Patriot's Quest: An Adventure Through Adams County's Hidden Revolutionary History Saturday, Aug. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Start and end at 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg 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 […]
Outdoorsman Extravaganza Aug 22nd - hosted by Alpha & Bendersville Fire Co’s at the South Mountain Fairgrounds, rain or shine $10 Tickets include food and beverages Prizes include: 37 Cash and 37 Guns with $10,000 Grand prize - All tickets eligible for the Grand prize - Grand prize winner gets extra $1000 if onsite and claimed within 10 […]
The Brushtown Athletic Association is holding their Big Bingo! Cash prizes, door prizes and more! Price is $20 for a regular game, with speed bingo and special games available. Doors open at 10:30am, turkey dinner will be served at 11am with Bingo beginning at 1pm. For more information call: Linda: 717-634-0795
The Adams County Children's Advocacy Center wants to hear from you! They need your help in building Brighter Tomorrows for child abuse victims: Your input will help keep kids safe in Adams County. Join one of their "Connection Sessions" to share your thoughts on how the Brighter Tomorrows Center can best support child victims and […]
Join The Dobbin House as they celebrate Reverend Alexander Dobbin’s August 26, 1776, Consecration of his home, 250 years later! Wednesday, August 26, 2026, beginning at 10:00 am Historic Dobbin House 89 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg, PA The public is warmly invited! 10:00 am Ceremony >Recreation of Reverend Dobbin’s 1776 blessing of his historic home >Colonial […]
Saving the Dobbin House By the 1970s, the Dobbin House stood at the brink of loss—weathered, neglected, and facing possible demolition. In 1976, during the nation’s Bicentennial, one young couple and a team of experts began the process of saving it. Through photographs, stories, and behind-the-scenes insights, this program traces the remarkable restoration that brought […]
Join Hotel Gettysburg on August 27th as historian Matt Gault presents From the Badness of His Memory: Washington's Life During the French and Indian War, exploring the pivotal experiences that shaped the young Colonel Washington into the leader history remembers. Admission includes hors d'oeuvres and one drink ticket. Get your tickets today: https://tinyurl.com/44bybtam
Friday, Aug. 28 from 6-8 p.m. 89 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg On June 24, 1775, dozens of young men gathered at Samuel Gettys’ tavern to enlist—marching from this small frontier community to join George Washington and the Continental Army. Some never returned home. Historian Ken Gavin tells the stories of these soldiers and their neighbors—ordinary people […]
Unstoppable You Ministries in collaboration with Sparrow Place and Praise Community Church present a free human trafficking awareness event. Documentary is rated PG-13. To register: yorkblindeyesopened2026.eventbrite.com
Join The Dobbin House as they celebrate the 250th birthday of the 1776 Dobbin House and the Opening of Dobbin House Square Dedication of the Dobbin House Semiquincentennial Bell, and Dedication of the Charters of Freedom. Saturday August 29, 2026, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Next to the historic Dobbin House, 89 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg, PA […]
Gettysburg ParaJam is where the paranormal meets live music — right in the heart of historic Gettysburg, PA.It’s not just another paranormal conference.It’s not just another music festival.It’s a full-blown experience. ParaJam blends the energy of a paracon with the soul of a live music jam, creating a one-of-a-kind event that brings together paranormal investigators, […]
The Adams County Farmers Market is excited to be hosting our Zucchini Grand Prix again this year! This kid-friendly, STEM-focused, "pine box derby" style contest is designed to help kids think creatively and have fun! Kids and families can build their own zucchini-mobile and compete to win prizes! Kids 16 and under can build their […]
Join the Church of the Open Door in East York for their 9th Annual Custom Car, Truck and Bike show! Happening on September 5th from 10:30am to 3pm. This event is free and open to the public, handicap shuttle buses are available to and from the event. Car Show participants may register their vehicles the […]
Join historian Tim Smith on John Burns' birthday for a special presentation about Burns and his role in the Battle of Gettysburg. On July 1, 1863, John Burns left his home and joined in the fighting west of the town. He was wounded and captured but survived the battle to become one of the famous […]
Join The Barn Resort at Fields of Praise for a day of music and heartfelt moments together! Fields of Praise is an outdoor Christian music festival bringing together a powerful lineup of national artists for an unforgettable day of live music, worship, and community. Guests will enjoy inspiring performances, meaningful moments, and opportunities to connect […]
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