ChambersFest 2023

Please note: This schedule will be updated on a regular basis closer to the event to reflect the most current event information. Events may be added/changed.

 

19th Annual Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Race

July 8, 7 - 10 a.m., Chambersburg

Participate in the 19th Annual Tim & Susan Cook Memorial 1-Mile Race/Walk. Registration begins at 7 a.m. at the Chambersburg Area Senior High School (CASHS) upper stadium area, with the women's race/walk at 8 a.m. and the men's race/walk at 8:30 a.m. Money raised from this event is contributed to the Tim & Susan Cook Memorial Scholarship Fund, which annually awards scholarships to two seniors from CASHS. Day-of registration is $25 with a T-shirt (if available). Register here or call 717-264-7101.

Coordinated by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce.

Scoop-a-Palooza

July 8, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Scoop-a-Palooza, the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation?s yearly ice cream festival returns on July 8 at Chambersburg Area Senior High School Cafeteria. Sponsored by ACNB Bank, the festivities will include ice cream tastings, activities for kids, human sundae event and more!

Visit ScoopAPalooza.org for more details.

Coordinated by the Greater Chambersburg Chamber Foundation.

North Square Farmers Market
July 8 & 15
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Downtown Chambersburg
Enjoy Chambersburg's only open-air farmers market offering farm fresh, seasonal and 100% locally grown produce. Products exclusively from local farmers, artisans and entrepreneurs in a fun, social atmosphere as well as kids' activities, live music and more. Free!

More information: NorthSquareFarmersMarket.com

Coordinated by North Square Farmers Market.

Summer Concert Series: Mercy Run
July 9, 7 p.m. - Chambersburg Memorial Park, 1 Washabaugh Way, Chambersburg.
Gather at the Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell to enjoy this free country gospel concert! This is a smoke-free environment; please bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Coordinated by Chambersburg Recreation Department.

 

Franklin County Historical "Stanley Company" Exhibit

July 11-15, 175 East King Street, Chambersburg

The Franklin County Historical Society invites you to view the new "Stanley Company" Exhibit. The museum is located inside the Old Franklin County Jail, 175 East King Street, Chambersburg and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For large groups or questions, call 717-264-1667 or visit franklinhistorical.org.

Coordinated by the Franklin County Historical Society.

Mobile Mammography by WellSpan Health

July 12, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., 62 South Central Avenue, Chambersburg

WellSpan's Mobile Mammography Coach will be available for tours all day in the parking lot beside The Shook Home. Screenings will not be offered this day, but community members are invited to tour the coach. For questions, contact Colleen Hunt at chunt8@wellspan.org or 717-818-0807.

Coordinated by WellSpan Health.


Summer Concert Series: HoBoLa
July 13, 7 p.m. - Chambersburg Memorial Park, 1 Washabaugh Way, Chambersburg.
Gather at the Chambersburg Memorial Park Kiwanis Bandshell to enjoy this free classic rock-n-roll concert! This is a smoke-free environment; please bring lawn chairs, blankets, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Coordinated by Chambersburg Recreation Department.

 

Old Market Day
July 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Downtown Chambersburg's Main Street
Enjoy this free, family event in Downtown Chambersburg from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hundreds of art, artisans, craft vendors, food trucks and community organizations will line the streets of downtown. Come join the fun!

More information: www.facebook.com/OldMarketDay

Coordinated by the Downtown Business Council of Chambersburg.

Franklin County Historical Book Signing

July 15, 175 East King Street, Chambersburg

The Franklin County Historical Society invites you to visit the Old Jail on Old Market Day. Carlton Bigler and Ann Hull will be signing their new book: The Way We Were...Continues. The museum is located inside the Old Franklin County Jail, 175 East King Street, Chambersburg and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For large groups or questions, call 717-264-1667 or visit franklinhistorical.org.

Coordinated by the Franklin County Historical Society.

Council for the Arts Extended Hours

July 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 103 North Main St., Chambersburg

Visit Council for the Arts. They will also be open late for Old Market Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 717-264-6883.

Coordinated by Council for the Arts.

Foundry Art Market Extended Hours

July 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 100 S. Main St., Chambersburg

Visit The Foundry Art Market during Old Market Day for extended hours!

Northwood Books Extended Hours

July 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.  59 N. Main St., Chambersburg

Visit Northwood Books for extended hours on Old Market Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Free Tours of Historical Rose Rent Church

Zion Reformed United Church of Christ, 259 South Main St., Chambersburg

July 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Zion was formed in 1778 and the current building dates to 1811 and has many of the original features. It is included on the National Historical register. The tour will include the Sunday School/Fellowship Hall with many memorial plaques, paintings and the cemetery map and the Sanctuary with the Minister?s Memorial Plaque as well as other memorials, the 1813 Crystal Chandelier, and the 1883 Stained Glass Windows. There are many displays throughout the church and information will also be provided on the cemetery. View tour information here.

Stained Glass Window Presentation

Zion Reformed United Church of Christ, 259 South Main St., Chambersburg

July 15 at 1 p.m.

View the stained glass windows of Zion Reformed United Church of Christ with a special tour guide on July 15. View tour information here.

Train Rides at Norlo Park

July 15, 1-4 p.m. at 3050 Lincoln Way East, Fayetteville, PA

The Cumberland Valley Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society is hosting summer train rides! The miniature train is complete with a cattle car and caboose. Train operates from 1 to 4 p.m. with the last train boarding at 3:50 p.m. It is open to riders of all ages. Donations accepted. Weather permitting.

Coordinated by Cumberland Valley Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society.

A Cappella & Unplugged Finals

July 15, Franklin County Courthouse Plaza, 14 N. Main St., 7 p.m.

The 2022 winner of A Cappella & Unplugged receives $500 and will perform before the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth Reenactment. Join us for a night of entertainment.

More information: www.explorefranklincountypa.com

Coordinated by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau.

Burning of Chambersburg Reenactment
July 15, 11/30 Center, 14 N. Main St., Chambersburg, Dusk
​As darkness approaches, the town will transform to 1864 and the story of the town's ransoming, burning and rebirth will come to life with incredible light and atmospheric effects. A variety of activities will lead up to the reenactment of the Burning of Chambersburg light show.

More information: www.explorefranklincountypa.com

Coordinated by the Franklin County Visitors Bureau.


 

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Corporate Sponsors

 

 

 
Premier Sponsors

Chambersburg Area Development Corp., Salzmann Hughes, P.C. Law Firm, SunnyHill Properties, Inc., Valley Agency Company and Penn National Insurance
 

Benefactor Sponsors

Community State Bank, R. Perry Fence Co., LLC

Contributor Sponsor
Mercy House of Chambersburg, R. Perry Fence Co., LLC