Family events in Carlisle, PA

Market on Market is an open-air farmers market featuring local farmers and producers, a food truck, and a kids’ activity tent through October. The market offers access to fresh seasonal produce and foods, supports local growers and sustainable agriculture, and brings foot traffic to downtown Camp Hill. Children and dogs are welcome.

Discover girls wrestling in a welcoming open gym where participants can try something new, meet new friends, and get a feel for the McD Girls Wrestling community. No experience or special equipment is needed. Just wear workout clothes and bring a positive attitude and a willingness to have fun. You can bring a friend along, too.

Children ages 2–5 and up can enjoy books, songs, and crafts. Everyone is welcome.

Children ages 2–5 and up can enjoy books, songs, and crafts with Miss Karin. Everyone is welcome.

Stop by the shop for an in-store puzzle sale, just in time for wintry days.

Enjoy a free game night inside Bricco, with the Harrisburg Board Game Alliance providing a variety of games and volunteers to explain how to play. Games may include Crokinole, a giant version of Kingdomino, Klask, Click Clack Lumberjack, Magical Athlete, Mountain Goats, and Panda Royal. 717 Tacos will be on-site serving tacos and nachos, and drinks from neighboring Boneshire Brew Works and Agape Elixir Bar can be brought down to Bricco. The evening also features jazz piano from Mike Dempsey.

Children ages 5 to 12 can take part in a recurring LEGO building challenge held each month. The activity invites builders to test their creativity and problem solving by completing a specific challenge with LEGO bricks. The session takes place in the Community Room.

Explore a variety of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates, along with rare plants, exotic finds, and supplies from breeders and vendors. The expo offers something for newcomers and experienced reptile enthusiasts alike, with activities described as family-friendly for all ages. Admission is $10 for adults, and children 12 and under are free.

The third Sports Card, TCG, and Collectibles Show highlights sports cards, trading card games, and a range of memorabilia. This edition adds Disney pins to the offerings. Vendor tables are available, and interested participants can inquire for details.

Enjoy a festive tea featuring a sparkling performance narrated by Dennis Owens of ABC27 News, a whimsical silent auction, and a lunch of turkey wrap with cranberry aioli, Italian Wedding Soup, and crispy chips. Finish with salted caramel mousse topped with chocolate shavings and vanilla whipped topping. Beverages will be served, and a cash bar will be available.

Explore Dills Tavern and its surrounding historic sites on a guided tour featuring the bake oven, Wheelwright Shop, Rye Whiskey Distillery, 1798 Log Barn, Visitor Center, and Historic Educational Garden. Tours begin in the gift shop. A spinning demonstration is offered during tours on the second Sunday of each month. Sunday tours are available through October, and tours on other days can be arranged by appointment. The cost is $5 per individual or $10 per immediate family, and children under 12 are free. Payment is collected before the tour.