Pennsylvania - Pennsylvania Travel Guide 2026
Events Calendar
2025-12-09 06:37:18
January
Mummers Parade
Jan. 1, Philadelphia
Fanciful costumes, colorful floats, and dance routines are on full display at the 50th anniversary of this New Year’s Day parade.
PA Farm Show
Jan. 10–17, Harrisburg
Step inside the country’s largest indoor agricultural expo, with 6,000 animals, hundreds of exhibits and vendors, blue-ribbon cakes and pies, and even a giant butter sculpture. pa.gov/agencies/ farmshow/pa-farm-show
February
Groundhog Day
Feb. 2, Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney Phil, the famous prognosticating groundhog, will once again appear at sunrise at Gobbler’s Knob to make his annual prediction for the arrival of spring. groundhog.org
Jim Thorpe Winterfest
Feb. 14–15, Jim Thorpe
This annual celebration sparkles with dazzling ice carvings, live music, carriage rides through frosty streets, and seasonal food and drink that turn winter’s chill into pure enchantment. poconomountains.com
PHS Philadelphia Flower Show
Feb. 28–Mar. 8, Philadelphia
Ogle at stunning botanical displays created by some of the world’s best floral, garden, and landscape designers at the country’s largest horticultural event. phsonline.org/the-flower-show
March
Central PA Outdoor & Sports Show
Mar. 20–22, Clearfield
Head to the Clearfield County Fair & Park for expert-led sessions on hunting, shooting, and wild game cooking — plus prizes and contests for all ages. centralpaoutdoorshow.com
Potter-Tioga Maple Weekend
Mar. 21–22, Potter and Tioga counties
Watch tree tapping and sugar boiling in action, then visit a few sugar shacks, each with its own twist on maple making and sweet treats. pamaple.com
April
Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous
Apr. 22–25, Ridgway
Chainsaw carvers gather to share their art and skill with the public at this unique event. chainsawrendezvous.org
Spring Carlisle
Apr. 22–26, Carlisle
Peruse one of the largest automotive flea markets in the world, with 8,100 spaces of vendors selling parts, accessories, cars, collectibles, and memorabilia. carlisleevents.com
May
South 9th Street Italian Market Festival
May 17–18, Philadelphia
Fun and food come together at this outdoor block party with plenty of Italian specialties, plus contests and the traditional Procession of Saints. italianmarketfestival.com
Fish-for-Free Day
May 24, Statewide
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) encourages families and friends to get outdoors and fish for free, no license required. The PFBC’s fishing tackle loaner program is available at dozens of locations. pa.gov/agencies/fishandboat
Philly Pride Parade & Festival
May–June TBA, Philadelphia
Celebrate intersectional identities and cultures with art, music, dance, a parade, and vendors. phillypride365.org/pride-weekend
June
WWII Weekend
June 5–7, Reading
At this gathering of the warbirds at the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, watch fly-overs, listen to live music from the WWII era, and hear authentic stories from veterans. maam.org
PA Firefly Festival
June TBA, Tionesta
See the night lit up with the glow of fireflies at this annual event featuring live music, nature exhibits, and a firefly expert presentation. pafireflyevents.org
Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival
June 12–14, Butler
Join fellow Jeep enthusiasts at this Jeeponly event featuring trail riding, meet-andgreets, vendor exhibits, raffle prizes, and seasonal farm fun. bantamjeepfestival.com
NASCAR Weekend
June 12–14, Long Pond
Watch professional racecar drivers navigate “The Tricky Triangle” at Pocono Raceway. Bring your tent or RV to camp at the track for the weekend. poconoraceway.com
ODUNDE Festival
June 14, Philadelphia
One of the largest African American street festivals in the nation, ODUNDE fills South Street with a joyful Yoruba-inspired procession, live performances, vibrant art, and global cuisine. odundefestival.org
Pittsburgh Pride
June TBA, Pittsburgh
This parade features a pride color guard marching to the beat of their own drum, followed by a motorcycle club and drag queens and kings. lgbtqpittsburgh.com
Disability Pride
June TBA, Philadelphia
This inclusive celebration along Philadelphia’s Parkway highlights disability pride with live entertainment, community resources, and a joyful, welcoming atmosphere for all. disabilitypridepa.org/philly-on-the-parkway
July
Central Pennsylvania Festival of Arts
July 8–12, State College
For more than 50 years, this beloved festival has transformed State College into a creative playground of art markets, live music, street performances, and hands-on workshops. arts-festival.com
Picklesburgh
July TBA, Pittsburgh
This zesty fest celebrates all things pickled, from traditional international foods (think kimchi and sauerkraut) to zany creations like pickle cotton candy. picklesburgh.com
19th Century Base Ball Tournament and Festival
July TBA, Gettysburg
What would a baseball game in 1864 look like? Find out for yourself at this themed tournament, featuring 30 clubs playing more than 60 games over two days, using the same style uniforms, equipment, and rules as they did “back then.” gettysburgbaseballfestival.com
100 Mile Yard Sale
July 17–18, PA Wilds
Go on a road trip through Elk, Cameron, and Clearfield counties for funky finds from hundreds of vendors. visitquehannaarea.com
York State Fair
July 24–Aug. 2, York
Experience a true PA spectacle, where butter sculptures and cheese carving share the spotlight with livestock shows, live music, model trains, and classic carnival rides. yorkstatefair.com
Musikfest
July 31–Aug. 9, Bethlehem
Explore 300+ performances, fireworks, art installations, and street entertainment at the nation’s largest non-gated music festival. musikfest.org
August
Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show
Aug. 15–16, Mt. Gretna
Peruse the works of 200+ exhibitors, emerging artists, gourmet food, live music, and entertainment beneath the trees of Old Chautauqua. mtgretnaarts.com
Little League® Baseball World Series
Aug. 19–30, Williamsport
At this free event, 20 teams from around the world compete in 38 games, with family-friendly activities and unforgettable moments both on and off the field. littleleague.org
Pittston Tomato Festival
Aug. TBA, Pittston
Enjoy flavorful fare, live entertainment, a parade with tomato-themed floats, 5K run, and the annual tomato contest. pittstontomatofestival.info
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
Aug.–Oct. TBA, Manheim
Themed weekends for fairies, pirates, wizards, and medieval royalty come alive with sword fights, Shakespearean plays, lively music, and 16th-century characters roaming a bustling Tudor village. parenfaire.com
September
Kennett Square Mushroom Festival
Sept. TBA, Kennett Square
Celebrate all things mushroom in the "Mushroom Capital of the World" with a festival full of cooking demos, mushroominspired food and drinks, growing exhibits, live music, and family fun. mushroomfestival.org
Flight 93 Memorial 25th Anniversary
Sept. TBA, Stoystown
Honor the courage of Flight 93’s passengers and crew at this solemn anniversary event, with commemorative ceremonies and moments of reflection at the National Memorial. nps.gov/flni/index.htm
Goose Day
Sept. 29, Lewistown
A local legend proclaims if you eat goose on this day, it will bring wealth and prosperity the coming year, so restaurants in Mifflin and Juniata counties serve up this lucky bird in myriad ways. jrvvisitors.com
The Edward S. Finkelstein Harrisburg Jewish Film Festival
Sept.–Nov. TBA, Harrisburg
This annual festival showcases powerful Jewish storytelling through international films, guest speakers, and community discussions that inspire reflection and connection. hbgjff.com
October
Allegheny Toyota Autumn Leaf Festival
Oct. TBA, Clarion
Each fall, the "Autumn Leaf Capital" of PA bursts into color for this fest featuring the Tournament of Leaves Parade, carnival fun with fireworks, sidewalk sales, and hundreds of craft vendors. discoverclarioncounty.com
Fort Ligonier Days
Oct. TBA. Ligonier
See battle reenactments, 175 juried artisans and crafters, and a parade commemorating a French & Indian War’s key battle, which occurred October 12, 1758. fortligonierdays.com
Living Dead Weekend
Oct. TBA, Monroeville
Tap into your spookier side at this zombie-themed fest with cosplay, movie location tours, movie screenings, celebrity appearances, and vendors. thelivingdeadweekend.com
November
National Dog Show
Nov. TBA, Oaks
Hosted by the historic Kennel Club of Philadelphia, this long-running show at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center is a beloved holiday tradition and national TV favorite, showcasing 200+ breeds. nds.nationaldogshow.com
Dedication Day Ceremony
Nov. 19, Gettysburg
Honor the Soldiers’ National Cemetery dedication — where Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address — with commemorative events. lincolnfellowship.wildapricot.org
“It’s a Wonderful Life” Holiday Parade & Festival
Nov.–Dec. TBA, Indiana
Celebrate the holidays in “The Christmas Tree Capital of the World” with a parade, tree and light displays, festive music, and visits with Santa. visitindianacountypa.org/iawl
December
Rocky Day - 20th Anniversary
Dec. 3, Philadelphia
Join fans from around the world to recreate Rocky’s iconic run up the 72 steps to the Philadelphia Art Museum, followed by music, movie screenings, and plenty of Philly pride. visitphilly.com
Dickens of a Christmas
Dec. TBA, Wellsboro
Get in the holiday spirit in Wellsboro, where the historic downtown Main Street transforms into an old-timey scene straight out of "A Christmas Carol." wellsboropa.com
Peepsfest
Dec. 30–31, Bethlehem
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with this family-friendly festival featuring virtual and in-person components, including entertaining shows, a diorama competition, and a PEEPS Chick Drop. steelstacks.org
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