{"id":6471,"date":"2024-09-12T13:08:53","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T17:08:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/?p=6471"},"modified":"2024-09-12T13:16:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T17:16:08","slug":"fall-events-in-south-central-pa-your-2024-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/fall-events-in-south-central-pa-your-2024-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Events in South Central PA: Your 2024 Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-scaled.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-6474 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Kids pulling a wagon with pumpkins\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/AdobeStock_56867288-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, fall in South Central Pennsylvania is a time for fun and celebration. From food festivals to scenic train rides, this area has an event for everyone. Whether you&#8217;re new to the region or have lived here for years, these fall events in South Central PA are a great way to enjoy the season with friends and family.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Mercersburg Beer &amp; Wine Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> October 7<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Whitetail Resort, Mercersburg, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> Enjoy local wineries and breweries, plus live music and delicious food. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skiwhitetail.com\/explore-the-resort\/activities-and-events\/event-detail.aspx?id=%7B136d5035-90a5-4cd1-a0c7-c61f8b968f66%7D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mercersburg Beer and Wine Fest<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>National Apple Harvest Festival<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> October 5-6 &amp; 12-13<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> South Mountain Fairgrounds, Arendtsville, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> Celebrate the apple harvest with live music, crafts, and tasty treats. Admission is $10, and kids under 12 get in free.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appleharvest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Apple Harvest<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Hollabaugh\u2019s Fall Farm Fest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> October 14-15<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Hollabaugh Bros. Inc. Fruit Farm &amp; Market, Biglerville, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> This event offers hayrides, cider pressing, and fun kids&#8217; crafts. Entry is free, but some activities may have fees.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/hollabaughbros.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hollabaugh Bros. Farm Fest<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Orbisonia &amp; Rockhill Furnace Fall Foliage Special<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> October 14-15<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> East Broad Top Railroad, Rockhill Furnace, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> Take a scenic train ride through beautiful fall landscapes. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for kids.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eastbroadtop.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">East Broad Top Railroad<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Fall Furnace Fest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> October 19-20<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Gardners, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> Enjoy pumpkin carving, hayrides, and local history presentations. Entry is free, but certain activities require a fee.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/discoversouthmountain.com\/event\/fall-furnace-fest-at-pine-grove-furnace-state-park-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fall Furnace Fest<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Fall Harvest at Ashcombe Farm &amp; Greenhouses<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> September 28 \u2013 October 27<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Ashcombe Farm &amp; Greenhouses, Mechanicsburg, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> This family-friendly event includes hayrides, pumpkin painting, and games. Entry is free, though some activities may have fees.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/ashcombe.com\/fall-harvest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ashcombe Fall Harvest<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Falling Spring Beer Fest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Date:<\/strong> October 26<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> 40 Spring St, Chambersburg, PA<br \/>\n<strong>Details:<\/strong> Sample unlimited small pours from local breweries, with live music and food. Tickets are $30 before September 30, then increase in price.<br \/>\n<strong>More Info:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/allevents.in\/chambersburg\/falling-spring-beer-fest\/200027040229305#google_vignette\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Falling Spring Beer Fest<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Enjoy Fall Events in South Central PA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>From apple festivals to scenic train rides, South Central PA has fall events for everyone. These festivals are the perfect way to enjoy the season, meet your neighbors, and embrace the local culture.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about new homes in South Central Pennsylvania, contact S&amp;A Homes at 1-855-SAHome1 or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sahomebuilder.com\/find-new-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">visit our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, fall in South Central Pennsylvania is a time for fun and celebration. 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