Special Events
What you'll find here: A listing of some of the current and upcoming events in Gettysburg and
Adams County.
This page last updated April 7,
2010
April
2010- Gettysburg.com and Dobbin House Inc. are not responsible for cancellations or
other changes that may occur. Please contact the telephone numbers listed for updates on
special events.
| Day | Date | Time | Category | Name of Event | Description | Where | Phone | Comments |
| 1 - 30 | All Day | Dining | Dine at The Dobbin House |
Make Your Reservations Today | The Dobbin House 89 Steinwehr Ave Gettysburg, Pa |
717-334-2100 | Call
Today and make your reservation. |
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| Fri | 2 | Art | First Friday, Gettysburg Style! | Each month Gettysburg businesses join forces to offer special events and refreshments. | Downtown Gettysburg Gettysburg, Pa 17325 |
Approximately 25 businesses throughout
Historic Gettysburg participate by hosting special receptions, guest artists
and authors, sales and later business hours (until 8:00pm). Look for the First Friday banner at participating Gettysburg area shops, galleries, restaurants and businesses. |
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| Fri | 2 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sat | 3 | 7:00am-Noon | Agricultural |
Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square |
The Gettysburg Farmers Market is open Saturdays, mid-April to Late-October 7:00 AM until Noon. | Lincoln Square Gettysburg, Pa 17325 |
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| Sat | 3 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sat | 3 | 6:30 pm | Culinary | 9th Annual Winter's Palette | Area restaurants, bakeries and caterers will feature their tastiest specialties and bite-size samplings for your epicurean enjoyment. The celebration of cuisine will offer hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, soups, entrees and dessert samples that will please everyone in attendance. | Gettysburg Hotel 1 Lincoln Square Gettysburg, PA 17325 |
717-334-8151 | Celebrate the outstanding cuisine of
historic Adams County with this taste of event. Participating
caterers/restaurants to date include; The Altland House Hospitality Group,
Avenue Restaurant, Biggerstaff's Catering, Inn at Herr Ridge and Shamrock
Restaurant. For event tickets, call the Chamber office at 717-334-8151. Tickets are limited and may not be available at the door. The event supports the programs of the Gettysburg Adams Chamber of Commerce. |
| Sun | 4 | 10:00am | Living History | U.S. Christian Commission Winter Services | The historic GAR Hall on E. Middle Street was originally built in 1822, as the first Methodist Congregation in Gettysburg. By 1890 the Methodist Church had moved to a new location and the building was sold to the Adams County Civil War Veterans group called the G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) . |
U.S. Christian Commission Museum GAR Hall |
717-334-3338 |
For the first time in over 100 years, the U.S. Christian Commission Ministry
is once again holding church services in this building. Every Sunday at
10:00am a civil war era, Victorian chapel service with a historic based
message will be held. Visitors may wear their modern clothing or feel free to
wear their period attire. Please call 717-334-3338 for more information. For Special Events or Weddings with the U.S. Christian Commission , please call 717-339-0339. http://www.usccgettysburg.org |
| Sun | 4 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Wine | Home Winemaking Class | Learn how to make wine at Adams County Winery from John, the Vintner. |
Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Road |
717-334-4631 |
John will take you from the very beginning of your home winemaking
experience, like figuring out how to get the home winemaking kit open, to
the very end of your home winemaking experience, bottling your own wine!
You'll receive tricks of the trade and tips on how to get the best product
from a box!
$25 per person. Reservations are required. Call 717.334.4631 |
| Thu | 8 | 8:00pm | Concert | The Temptations | Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Motown Records, the one and only Temptations finally come to Gettysburg for an exclusive one-night concert performance! |
Majestic Theater 25
Carlisle Street |
717-337-8200 |
With the current
line-up of Otis Williams (the last original member), Terry Weeks, G. C.
Cameron, Ron Tyson and Joe Herndon, the Temptations have remained true to
their tradition. Beyond the fabulous singing, The Temptations became known for
smooth stepping and flawless presentations. Timeless hits include “My
Girl,”
“Since
I Lost My Baby,”
“Too
Proud to Beg,”
“Papa
Was a Rolling Stone”
and many, many more. $62, $58, $55 http://www.gettysburgmajestic.org |
| Fri | 9 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Fri | 9 | 8 pm | Theater | Gettysburg College Jazz Ensemble & Camerata, "Up Jumped Spring" | The College Jazz Ensemble returned as a performing organization in 1989 after a five year hiatus. All Styles of jazz are studied encompassing swing, Latin, fusion, bop, and American popular standards of the Big Band Era. |
Majestic Theater 25
Carlisle Street |
717-337-8200 |
The GCJE has performed at the Montreux
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| Sat | 10 | 7:00am-Noon | Agricultural |
Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square |
The Gettysburg Farmers Market is open Saturdays, mid-April to Late-October 7:00 AM until Noon. | Lincoln Square Gettysburg, Pa 17325 |
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| Sat | 10 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sat | 10 | Call For Times | Educational |
Gettysburg National Military Park 13th Annual Seminar The Aftermath and the End of the Campaign |
For more information and to register, please call 717-334-1124 x3251. Program
Fee.
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Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 | |
| Sat | 10 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Wine | Wine Appreciation Class | Visit Adams County Winery's farm winery in Orrtanna, PA for a fun-filled evening of wine education, wine tasting and delicious food. You'll get a tour of the winemaking facility from the winemaker himself and learn the fascinating process of how wine is made. |
Adams County Winery 251 Peach Tree Road |
717-334-4631 |
You'll hear how grape-growing techniques impact the wine, and you'll learn
to understand the nuances of wine and wine terminology. By the end of the
class, you'll be able to order wine like a pro in a restaurant or wine
shop. As an extra treat, almost all class attendees say that John's
classes are some of the funniest and most enjoyable they've ever attended
-- come find out why!
$35 per person. Reservations are required. Call 717.334.4631. |
| Sun | 11 | Call For Times | Educational |
Gettysburg National Military Park 13th Annual Seminar The Aftermath and the End of the Campaign |
For more information and to register, please call 717-334-1124 x3251. Program
Fee.
|
Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 | |
| Sun | 11 | 10:00am | Living History | U.S. Christian Commission Winter Services | The historic GAR Hall on E. Middle Street was originally built in 1822, as the first Methodist Congregation in Gettysburg. By 1890 the Methodist Church had moved to a new location and the building was sold to the Adams County Civil War Veterans group called the G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) . |
U.S. Christian Commission Museum GAR Hall |
717-334-3338 |
For the first time in over 100 years, the U.S. Christian Commission Ministry
is once again holding church services in this building. Every Sunday at
10:00am a civil war era, Victorian chapel service with a historic based
message will be held. Visitors may wear their modern clothing or feel free to
wear their period attire. Please call 717-334-3338 for more information. For Special Events or Weddings with the U.S. Christian Commission , please call 717-339-0339. http://www.usccgettysburg.org |
| Fri | 16 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sat | 17 | 7:00am-Noon | Agricultural |
Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square |
The Gettysburg Farmers Market is open Saturdays, mid-April to Late-October 7:00 AM until Noon. | Lincoln Square Gettysburg, Pa 17325 |
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| Sat | 17 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Art |
An Evening With the Painting The Gettysburg Cyclorama |
An Evening with the Cyclorama
Painting: Join Licensed Battlefield Guide and national Cyclorama expert Sue
Boardman for an “after-hours” viewing of the Gettysburg Cyclorama painting at
the
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Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 | Learn the history of the genre of cycloramas and the history of the Battle of Gettysburg Cyclorama, our country’s largest painting. Then, journey to the Cyclorama platform where Sue will describe interesting features of the painting and guests will have an opportunity to spend quality time viewing the painting. Tickets: 877-874-2478 |
| Sat | 17 | Call For Times | Living History | Press Corp Living Historians | Living historians will explore what it was like to put together a newspaper of the day. |
David Wills House 8 Lincoln Square |
866-486-5735 | http://www.davidwillshouse.org |
| Sat | 17 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sun | 18 | 10:00am | Living History | U.S. Christian Commission Winter Services | The historic GAR Hall on E. Middle Street was originally built in 1822, as the first Methodist Congregation in Gettysburg. By 1890 the Methodist Church had moved to a new location and the building was sold to the Adams County Civil War Veterans group called the G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) . |
U.S. Christian Commission Museum GAR Hall |
717-334-3338 |
For the first time in over 100 years, the U.S. Christian Commission Ministry
is once again holding church services in this building. Every Sunday at
10:00am a civil war era, Victorian chapel service with a historic based
message will be held. Visitors may wear their modern clothing or feel free to
wear their period attire. Please call 717-334-3338 for more information. For Special Events or Weddings with the U.S. Christian Commission , please call 717-339-0339. http://www.usccgettysburg.org |
| Fri | 23 | Check web site for more info | Dog Show | 12th Annual Greyhounds in Gettysburg | Once again, the town of Gettysburg will be going to the dogs! The 2009 Greyhounds in Gettysburg weekend is dedicated to celebrating the adoption of retired racing greyhounds. | Activities are scheduled at The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg, Battlefield-Harley Davidson, and Gettysburg Recreation Park. There are contests, a parade, an ice cream social, grey dog shopping malls and much more. | 919-212-5678 |
For a full schedule of festivities and locations, please visit the web site |
| Fri | 23 | Call For Times | Educational |
Friends of Gettysburg Spring Muster A Member Event |
Spring Muster consists of a gathering of Friends members from across the country meeting in Gettysburg to learn more about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. | Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 |
The Spring Muster fulfills part of the Gettysburg
Foundation’s educational mission.
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| Fri | 23 | Check Web Site | Special Tour Event |
American Odyssey Relay A Race through History |
Twelve teammates
Gettysburg, PA to Washington, DC -- 200 miles in total, more or less Two days and one night in a van... with intermittent bursts of running . Civil War landmarks, gorgeous
countryside, the monuments of DC and a great new finish line!
|
Gettysburg, PA to Washington, DC --
200 miles in total, more or less
|
http://www.americanodysseyrelay.com/ | |
| Fri | 23 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sat | 24 | 7:00am-Noon | Agricultural |
Gettysburg Farmers Market on Lincoln Square |
The Gettysburg Farmers Market is open Saturdays, mid-April to Late-October 7:00 AM until Noon. | Lincoln Square Gettysburg, Pa 17325 |
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| Sat | 24 | Check web site for more info | Dog Show | 12th Annual Greyhounds in Gettysburg | Once again, the town of Gettysburg will be going to the dogs! The 2009 Greyhounds in Gettysburg weekend is dedicated to celebrating the adoption of retired racing greyhounds. | Activities are scheduled at The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg, Battlefield-Harley Davidson, and Gettysburg Recreation Park. There are contests, a parade, an ice cream social, grey dog shopping malls and much more. | 919-212-5678 |
For a full schedule of festivities and locations, please visit the web site |
| Sat | 24 | Call For Times | Educational |
Friends of Gettysburg Spring Muster A Member Event |
Spring Muster consists of a gathering of Friends members from across the country meeting in Gettysburg to learn more about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. | Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 |
The Spring Muster fulfills part of the Gettysburg
Foundation’s educational mission.
|
| Sat | 24 | Call For Times | Living History |
Voices of the Confederacy Living History Encampments |
The Voices of
the Confederacy are a Civil War Living History Group which encamps on the
grounds of General Robert E. Lee’s Headquarters in
|
General Lee's Headquarters 401 Buford Avenue |
717-334-3141 | They provide demonstrations of Civil War Tactics, Displays of Civil War artifacts, 1st person portrayals of Civil War soldiers and interactions with visitors |
| Sat | 24 | Check Web Site | Special Tour Event |
American Odyssey Relay A Race through History |
Twelve teammates
Gettysburg, PA to Washington, DC -- 200 miles in total, more or less Two days and one night in a van... with intermittent bursts of running . Civil War landmarks, gorgeous
countryside, the monuments of DC and a great new finish line!
|
Gettysburg, PA to Washington, DC --
200 miles in total, more or less
|
http://www.americanodysseyrelay.com/ | |
| Sat | 24 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
| Sun | 25 | 10:00am | Living History | U.S. Christian Commission Winter Services | The historic GAR Hall on E. Middle Street was originally built in 1822, as the first Methodist Congregation in Gettysburg. By 1890 the Methodist Church had moved to a new location and the building was sold to the Adams County Civil War Veterans group called the G.A.R. (Grand Army of the Republic) . |
U.S. Christian Commission Museum GAR Hall |
717-334-3338 |
For the first time in over 100 years, the U.S. Christian Commission Ministry
is once again holding church services in this building. Every Sunday at
10:00am a civil war era, Victorian chapel service with a historic based
message will be held. Visitors may wear their modern clothing or feel free to
wear their period attire. Please call 717-334-3338 for more information. For Special Events or Weddings with the U.S. Christian Commission , please call 717-339-0339. http://www.usccgettysburg.org |
| Sun | 25 | 10:00am-11:00am | Living History |
U.S. Christian Commission Log Chapel Services Make a Civil War Chapel part of your Gettysburg Experience! |
Civil War Chapel Services are held in an authentic Civil War Chapel in Gettysburg, just one block off the square. The Log Chapel is built from research, letters and accounts of soldier chapels being built among the soldiers camps. |
U.S. Christian Commission Log Chapel 112 Chambersburg Street Gettysburg, PA U.S.A. 17325 |
717-334-3338 |
Bring your family and be a part of the services. A Civil War Chaplain and
historian John Wega will present a new historic message of faith each week.
Civil War Hymns, music and also be a part. Over the last four years, thousands of visitor from across America have joined with us in prayer for our nation. This Gettysburg Chapel is becoming known as America's Chapel for just that reason. We look forward to meeting you and your family! |
| Sun | 25 | Call for Times | Fundraiser | Friends of Gettysburg Annual March for Gettysburg |
This
|
Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 |
To register, call the Foundation at (717)
338-1243.
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| Sun | 25 | Check web site for more info | Dog Show | 12th Annual Greyhounds in Gettysburg | Once again, the town of Gettysburg will be going to the dogs! The 2009 Greyhounds in Gettysburg weekend is dedicated to celebrating the adoption of retired racing greyhounds. | Activities are scheduled at The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg, Battlefield-Harley Davidson, and Gettysburg Recreation Park. There are contests, a parade, an ice cream social, grey dog shopping malls and much more. | 919-212-5678 |
For a full schedule of festivities and locations, please visit the web site |
| Sun | 25 | Call For Times | Educational |
Friends of Gettysburg Spring Muster A Member Event |
Spring Muster consists of a gathering of Friends members from across the country meeting in Gettysburg to learn more about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. | Gettysburg National Military Park and
Visitors Center 1195 Baltimore Pike |
1-877-874-2478 |
The Spring Muster fulfills part of the Gettysburg
Foundation’s educational mission.
|
| Sun | 25 | Call For Times | Living History |
Voices of the Confederacy Living History Encampments |
The Voices of
the Confederacy are a Civil War Living History Group which encamps on the
grounds of General Robert E. Lee’s Headquarters in
|
General Lee's Headquarters 401 Buford Avenue |
717-334-3141 | They provide demonstrations of Civil War Tactics, Displays of Civil War artifacts, 1st person portrayals of Civil War soldiers and interactions with visitors |
| Sun | 25 | 7:30pm | Concert |
Boston Shawm & Sackbutt Ensemble Music, Gettysburg! |
The premier early music group returns to Gettysburg, joined by Schola Cantorum. All Music, Gettysburg! |
Lutheran Theological Seminary Chapel 147 Seminary Ridge Gettysburg , Pa 17325 |
717-338-3000 x2197 | Programs are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. No reservations or tickets are required |
| Tue | 27 | 10:00am & 1:00pm | Family Fun | If You Give a Pig A Pancake - School Days Series | A bossy pig’s demands frazzle a little girl in this hilarious lesson about cause-and-effect. |
Majestic Theater 25 Carlisle Street |
717-337-8200 | http://www.gettysburgmajestic.org |
| Fri | 30 | Call for Details | Murder Mystery |
2010 Murder Mystery Weekends Murder at the Farm |
Lightner Farmhouse is pleased to announce a new interactive Murder Mystery for the 2009- 2010 season. Entitled "Way Out West", an interactive character-based search for clues to the murder of Zeke Calhoun, owner of contested land. |
Lightner Farmhouse 2350
Baltimore Pike |
1-866-337-9508 | The mystery can be played by 10-14 people and can be enjoyed in one evening as a Dinner Theater combined with an overnight stay. The cost is $60 per person plus the room rate and this can be booked any Sunday through Thursday night. As a weekend event, dinner on Saturday night is included for a cost of $60 per person in addition to the room rate. So gather your friends and book a mystery at the Lightner Farmhouse. |
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