About the
Cumberland Valley
Looking for the latest and greatest in the Cumberland Valley? You'll find it here. Discover what's new in the area, explore our diverse downtowns, find the perfect planning tools, and uncover what makes this a unique destination.
Cumberland Valley is conveniently located in the number one visited region in Pennsylvania. We are surrounded by popular destinations like Hershey, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and Gettysburg and 30 minutes from Harrisburg International Airport and Amtrak. Our hub location allows you to experience more with every visit and our easy accessibility to New York City, Washington D.C. and Baltimore makes getting here effortless.
If you are searching for a reason to visit, it won't take us long to convince you. Cumberland Valley is known for its scenic beauty, downtown charm, friendly atmosphere, and easy-to-navigate location. Only here can you zip down the highway to discover another walkable downtown or travel up a mountain road to beautiful scenic vistas, all before you've even had lunch. So go ahead, and plan your Weekend Easy getaway to Cumberland Valley. The hardest part is returning home.
Inexpensive Things To Do This Summer
Summer activities are endless -- and sometimes expensive. The price of summer fun doesn't have to add up in Cumberland Valley. Soak in the long nights and hot days with our list of things to do that are big on...
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Hikes & Pints in Cumberland Valley
Cumberland Valley is the ideal location to combine your love of the outdoors and your love of craft beverages. Sip and hike your way through Cumberland Valley with these suggested pairings during your Weekend Easy...
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Top 10 Events: June 2023
June offers a full schedule of events for everyone to enjoy -- from cars and trains to crafts and history. It's all here in Cumberland Valley. Click here to view a full list of events in June.
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Orchards & U-Pick Farms
Cumberland Valley has a strong agricultural heritage with an abundance of orchards and farms that invite you and the family to experience the beauty and bounty of each season. Discover even more places to find fresh...
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Swimming in the Valley
During the cooler months, we all dream of relaxing by the pool or splashing around with friends and family. One of the easiest ways to beat the summer heat is by jumping in the water. Luckily, the Valley has some...
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Hit the Bullseye: Axe-Throwing in Cumberland Valley
Axe-throwing events have historically been part of lumberjack competitions. However, in the last several years, the sport has gained popularity with the opening of commercial locations throughout the U.S. This...
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6 Reasons Why Fly-Fishing is Special to Cumberland Valley
Cumberland Valley has been described as one of the first published places to fly-fish, and this area continues to be world-renowned for the quality of its fishing. There are countless reasons people visit Cumberland...
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Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Cumberland Valley
Cumberland Valley's strong military heritage dates back more than 250 years and includes the founding of Carlisle Barracks in 1757. The 217-acre facility is one of our nation's oldest military...
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Carlisle: A Historic Small Town
In spring 2022, Carlisle was one of 20 nominees in USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns. All nominees have small populations of less than 25,000 but are rich in fascinating history. Thanks to...
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Bikes & Brews
Cumberland Valley is a cyclist's dream, with miles of trails along scenic roads, rail trails, and mountain paths. The Valley and its towns are bike-friendly, and our rolling hills and landscapes offer nice ride...
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The Carlisle Ford Nationals is the largest all-Ford-themed car show in the world. The National Parts Depot Showfield features...
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Please plan to attend Foundry Day on June 3, 2023, when more than 100 juried craftsmen and artists will showcase their wares along...
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Jubilee Day: A great way to kick off the summer. Presented annually by the Mechanicsburg Chamber of Commerce, Jubilee Day is the...
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The Iron Bridge Music Festival & Beer Garden will again be held at the beautiful New Cumberland Borough Park on Friday, June...
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Home to a diverse group of General Motors vehicles, from vintage muscle to the modern 5th generation Camaro, this is the place to...
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Summerfair returns in 2023 with its commitment to providing the community with family-friendly events offered at no cost....
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The Bluegrass on the Grass Festival returns on July 8, 2023. Seating is open. Free admission. Bike racks are available throughout...
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Welcome to a true Mopar-lover’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world with nearly 3,000 vehicles from all...
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If you are a true Jeep lover, this is the show for you! Since our first show in 1995, this has become one of the longest-running...
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The Carlisle Truck Nationals and its show within the show, the Big Rig Show and Shine, are one of the largest and most...
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The largest and most fun-filled Corvette event in the world, the annual Corvettes at Carlisle event features more than 5,000...
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Guests will enjoy more than 250 crafts and antique vendors plus food booths selling corn in every available form. There will be...
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