History Meets the Arts
April 18-20
Meet over 75 historical artists, authors and artisans. Original artwork, special exhibits and tours, historical films and more. (717-337-3491)
Friends of Gettysburg Annual Spring Muster
April 25-27
Hundreds gather in Gettysburg each year for exclusive battlefield tours, special programs and a fundraising banquet for members and guests. Registration required. (866-889-1243)
Apple Blossom Festival
May 2-4
An annual event held the first weekend in May at South Mountain Fairgrounds for all ages featuring hundreds of arts & crafts dealers, great food, children's activities, antique cars and free live entertainment (717-677-7444)
Antiques on the Streets of Gettysburg
May 17 and September 20
A buyers and sellers paradise sponsored by the Retail Merchants Association. There will be 150 antique dealers from 13 states displaying their unique pieces on the sidewalks radiating from the historic Lincoln Square from 6am to 4pm. This event is held Rain or Shine. (717-334-8151)
Kustom Kemps of America Car Show
June 13-15
Experience over 500 of the coolest kustomized cars and trucks of the 50's & 60's era on the east coast. Many restyled in candy colored paint jobs. Full chrome motors. Radical chop tops, and beautifully detailed craftsmanship. Held at the Oakside Park in nearby Biglerville, PA (717-637-5229)
Pennsylvania Lavender Festival
June 13-15
The festival will feature some 40 varieties of lavender for sale, as well as other herb and perennial plants; lavender products; and herbal products. Willow Pond Farm is a family-owned herb farm located in Fairfield, PA (717-642-6387)
Gettysburg Brass Band Festival
June 19-22
Continuous performances of brass band concerts begin Thursday evening and crescendo through the weekend, until the final notes are sounded Sunday evening. Performance venues throughout Gettysburg highlight some of the town's most historic and charming backdrops. They include Lincoln Square, Alumni Park and the Gettysburg National Military Park. Attendees are invited to bring blankets or lawn chairs. (717-337-3491)
Heritage Days Living History Encampment
June 21-22
Several groups will offer living history programs and encampments during Heritage days at the PA Memorial, Pitzer Woods and Spangler's Spring. (717-334-1124)
New Oxford Outdoor Antique Show
June 21
One of the largest and oldest one-day antiques shows with 160 antique dealers, artists and craftsmen, food and entertainment. Held in New Oxford, PA, which is 10 miles east of Gettysburg. (717-624-2800)
Gettysburg Festival-Celebrating America
June 19-June 29
10-day art festival presenting world-class artists and performers ina variety of free and ticketed events. The festival celebrates American creativity in all genres of the arts. In addition, The Gettysburg Festival will offer unique educational opportunities in the form of apprenticeships to aspiring artists working alongside world-class established talent. (717-334-0853)
Gettysburg Civil War Battle Reenactments
July 4, 5, & 6
An annual three-day event featuring two unique & dynamic battles each day. The event is held on private farmland and offers sutlers, entertainment, special guests, living history village and educational demonstrations. (717-338-1525) www.gettysburgreenactment.com
Gettysburg Bike Week
July 9-13
Join over 20,000 motorcyclists in a bike show, field events, tattoo contests, burn-out competition, daily poker runs, live music and fireworks! Don't miss the Annual Parade of Chrome through historic Gettysburg (877-595-9005)
Adams County Irish Festival
July 19
Enjoy a full day of Irish music, dancers, food, merchandise and more. The festival offers wholesome family fun, while benefiting the Children's Friendship Project for Northern Ireland as well as the long-term goal of establishing a national Irish history museum and library in Adams county. (717-337-3500)
Littlestown Good Ole Days
August 16
An old-fashioned festival offering a flea market, craft displays, antique displays and hometown cooking in the town park. (717-359-4324)
South Mountain Fair
August 19-23
Held annually just before Labor Day, a traditional country fair held at the South Mountain Fairground, featuring live entertainment, agricultural exhibits, livestock competitions, carnival rides and great country food-only 10 miles from the campground. (717-677-9663)
Wine & Music Festival
September 6
Indulge yourself in the grape harvest celebrations! We invite you back to savor the flavors of hundreds of PA fine wine, accompanied by great live music! Come discover the wines, people and history that make a visit to Gettysburg such an enjoyable experience! Enjoy fine wine, food and music at the Gettysburg Area Recreation Park. (717-334-8151)
East Berlin Colonial Day
September 13
It's time to head to East Berlin, PA for Colonial Day! Held along the National Historic District on West King Street the event is held rain or shine 8 am to 4 pm. Admission is free. Great food, free entertainment, demonstrations and people in colonial dress provide a step back in time. (717-259-0822)
Eisenhower World War II Weekend
September 20 - 21
This World War II living history weekend features an authentic recreation of both Allied and German army camps, complete with original Work War II vehicles. Over 100 living history enthusiasts will portray military personnel from the European Theater in 1944 and present programs on World War II medical services, weapons and equipment, communications, military vehicles, and the life of the common G.I. a mock Army Air Force Fighter mission briefing will be presented. (717-338-9114)
Apple Harvest Festival
October 4-5 and October 11-12
Harvest time is celebrated in this old time festival held at the South Mountain Fairgrounds. Don't miss the live entertainment, over 300 arts & crafts vendors,, farm displays, antique farm equipment, antique and classic cars, steam engines, antique cider press, orchard tours, pony rides, a petting zoo and so much more! Be sure to sample all the great food. This event takes place rain or shine-wear your comfy shoes for a day of fun. The festival is held the first and second weekend of October from 8 am to 6 pm each day. Parking is included in the cost of admission. (717-677-9413)
