Family events in Gettysburg, PA

Falling Spring family and friends gather for the annual Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing and Pizza Party, a global outreach mission project sponsored by the Mission and Outreach Committee. The event begins with packing shoeboxes in rooms 107 and 108, then continues with a pizza party. Activities take place after the worship service.

Guided tours of Dills Tavern offer a look at the bake oven, the Wheelwright Shop, the Rye Whiskey Distillery, the 1798 Log Barn, the Visitor Center, and the Historic Educational Garden. On arrival, check in at the Orientation Room and gift shop, with tours setting off from the gift shop. Admission is $5 per individual or $10 per immediate family, and children under 12 are free. Private or group tours can be arranged by appointment, and payment is collected before the tour. Guests are encouraged to watch a brief orientation video in advance.

Make Tuesday your movie day with $7 movie tickets at Warehouse Cinemas. Catch a blockbuster, share a laugh with friends, or enjoy a family movie night, with fresh popcorn, handcrafted food, and cold drinks available. Settle into a luxury recliner and enjoy the big-screen experience.

Kids Who Code welcomes students in grades 3 through 5, whether brand new to coding or already experienced, to learn alongside encouraging peers and explore how computer science can make a difference. There is no cost to participate for children in these grades, but advance registration is required. To sign up, call the library or stop by the circulation desk.

Explore Wakefield Valley Park on a guided hike with City Recreation staff and guest park naturalist Basil Levesque. Learn about the park’s history, local plants and wildlife, and unique ecology while experiencing its seasonal natural beauty.

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.

Join Miss Jess for a baby story time featuring stories, songs, bounces, rhymes, and other engaging activities that encourage early literacy. Each session ends with creative free play, offering children and adults a chance to interact. For ages 1 to 24 months. There will be no story time on Sept. 11 or Nov. 27.

Downtown Hanover comes alive with a monthly art walk where local businesses turn into welcoming gallery spaces that spotlight the work of regional artists. Launched in August 2025 by Little Fox Coffee & Books and supported by Main Street Hanover, this community-focused series was created to bring something vibrant and meaningful to the heart of town. Each installment features a fresh mix of artists and venues, inviting visitors to explore shops, meet creators, and enjoy an evening centered on art, culture, and connection. The event is open to all ages and is free to attend, with no tickets required. Businesses and artists are invited to get involved as hosts or exhibitors through Little Fox Coffee & Books.

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 Saturday morning storytime and activity featuring Cynthia Cliff’s picture book, Mary E. and the Apple Tree. The story follows a girl’s experiences on her family farm and explores how food traditions can connect people and places across generations.

Geared toward ages 9 and up, this Chess Club meets at AHMFL and welcomes participants of all experience levels. Children under 12 should attend with a parent. Beginners receive instruction from the club leader on the rules, piece movement, and basic strategies, while experienced players can sharpen their game through friendly play. Chess fosters creativity, highlights cause and effect, and offers a social way to connect with others. Participants may bring their own chess set, and extra sets will be available.

Enjoy free, open board gaming with a game from the demo wall, an opened game from the used games for sale, or one you bring along. The gathering may overlap with other events, so please be courteous and respectful of other players.

Explore the natural world through fun, informal, nature-themed drop-in activities at the Nature Education Center. These activities are open to all ages, with no fee or registration required.

Spend a family-friendly afternoon exploring the farm with a guided tour that introduces its crops, livestock, and operations. Afterward, families can enjoy a picnic together, bring home herbs from the farm, and/or purchase farm products. Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome, with the experience especially suited to children in first through fifth grade.

The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents a family-friendly barn dance open to all ages and ability levels. Dancers can enjoy squares, sets, circles, contras, and waltzes, with Jared Bishop, Maddy Smith, and Katie Stahl calling and playing the music. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is $10 for members and affiliates, $15 for non-members, and $5 for children 12 and under.