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 convenient location near New York City, Washington D.C. and Baltimore makes getting here easy.
If you are searching for a reason to visit, it won't take us long to convince you. Cumberland Valley is known for our 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.
USAHEC: An Evocative Portrayal of U.S. Army History
Notable battlefields, celebrated landmarks, and modern-day museums showcase historic moments throughout Pennsylvania. The Cumberland Valley region also has a rich and storied history that delights history buffs and...
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Popular Pandemic Comfort Foods
Each year, the National Restaurant Association publishes it's annual What’s Hot Culinary forecast to identify upcoming trends. In November and December 2020, the Association conducted an online survey of...
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The Carlisle Indian Industrial School
Historical Highlights The Carlisle Indian Industrial School was founded in October 1879 by U.S. Army Officer, Lt. Richard Henry Pratt. It was the first U.S. government off-reservation school to enroll students from...
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Gluten Free in the Cumberland Valley
Eating a gluten-free diet can be challenging, especially if you’re on the go or away for the weekend. Luckily, more establishments are catering to the needs of those who are not able to or wish not to eat...
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Battlefield Lessons Foster Sound Corporate Decision Making
The leadership staff ride program offered by the Army Heritage Center Foundation can help you assess your company’s readiness to adapt to change and provide you with lessons to assist your efforts. A staff...
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Burgers, Dogs & Pie Oh My!
Cumberland Valley is a great place for the classics. Whether it's an award-winning burger, a famous hot dog or a restaurant dedicated completely to pie, you'll find your favorite American dish in the...
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Winter Hiking at Pine Grove Furnace State Park
Start off the new year with a winter hike. The colder weather means the trails are less crowded, making it an ideal time to get outside and explore. The Friends of Pine Grove Furnace State Park recently posted these...
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Antiques and Vintage Trail
Spark your inner treasure hunter and spend an afternoon, a day or an entire weekend browsing through the collection of antique and vintage stores in Cumberland Valley. We've pulled together our top locations in...
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All Season Fun at Roundtop Mountain Resort
Roundtop Mountain Resort has been a mainstay in Central Pennsylvania for over 50 years. The reason for their continued success? Turning their traditionally winter-focused ski resort into an all-year-round experience...
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Perfect Pairings: Things to Do + Cumberland Valley Beer Trail
What's better than beer? How about beer paired with fun hiking trails, cool downtowns, unique shops, tons of dining options, and seasonal events? Cumberland Valley is the perfect place to plan an easy weekend...
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Carlisle's Ice Art Fest is back for 2021! Spend a magical winter weekend in historic downtown Carlisle. Visitors can view and take...
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Carlisle Theatre is hosting several special events during Ice Art Fest for the entire family. Saturday, February 6, 10 am to 12 pm...
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The nation's largest all-indoor motorsports event features one million square feet of action with more than 2,000 racers along...
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Spring Carlisle, a collector and classic car automotive flea market, car corral and auction is held each April in America's...
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The Carlisle Import & Performance Nationals welcomes the world of cars transcending all marques, scenes, and styles of Import...
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During this event, you will enjoy great indoor displays of concepts, customs, and historically-significant cars and trucks; test...
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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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Welcome to a true Mopar-lover’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world with 2,800 vehicles from all eras of...
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