Free events in Gettysburg, PA

On the first Sunday of each month, lend a hand in tending three raised beds and a pollinator garden through planting, weeding, and general care. No experience is needed, and beginners are welcome. Wear clothes that can get dirty and bring a willingness to learn. Gloves and tools are supplied.

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.

Enjoy a free, casual setting to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and connect with local players. Bring a deck to play, trade cards, or learn new strategies. Staff can help newcomers learn the game and find others looking for a match.

Small Steps, Big Hopes is a free, 11-session group held in a confidential, supportive, trauma-informed environment. Sessions include psychoeducation about topics related to abuse and/or neglect, reflective activities such as art, guided discussions, and group exercises, along with take-home activities to support participation on your own terms. Dinner is provided at each session. The content builds from session to session, so attending all sessions is highly encouraged.

This welcoming jam session invites musicians of all backgrounds and experience levels to take part in a non-hierarchical, non-judgmental space centered on communication, community building, and liberation. The gathering includes a community discussion and an opportunity to workshop original pieces. Baltimore-based saxophonist and music educator Johanna McGuire brings experience as both a performer and teacher, supporting musicians in finding their own sound.

A community fellowship dinner that welcomes neighbors to connect over a shared meal. Guests are encouraged to bring a dish to share. It offers a relaxed way to meet others in the community.

Gentle Thursday features local supporter Mike Kessler at Ploughman Cider Taproom in Gettysburg for a more personal appearance. Regulars from the Wednesday open mic will recognize him for the good cheer he brings to the neighborhood. The show is free and open to the public. Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted. Thank you for supporting local.

Unofficial creates an improvised musical from a single audience suggestion, building characters, scenes, a story, and original songs on the spot. Expect big characters, unexpected twists, and a one-of-a-kind performance, with no script and no two shows alike. This is a free show.

Enjoy a free night of unscripted comedy featuring Baltimore’s trained improv teams, who transform audience suggestions into spontaneous scenes. The performers specialize in long-form improv, including the Harold, a structure that connects scenes, themes, and callbacks around a single suggestion. The teams audition, train, and perform weekly at Baltimore Improv Group, a nonprofit venue for live comedy and other local performances.

Enjoy casual, open play for the Riftbound card game, inspired by the PC game League of Legends. There is no entry fee, and players are welcome to bring a friend.

Indian treats and baked specialties crafted with straightforward, wholesome ingredients take center stage. All items are prepared without refined flour or refined sugar, and there are no artificial colors or preservatives. A variety of choices suits different diets, including vegan and vegetarian selections as well as items made without eggs.

Explore 60 tables devoted entirely to trading card games, with the area's top stores and dealers offering Pokémon, Magic, One Piece, and many other TCGs. Admission is free. This event is promoted by Kryptonite Toyz in Greencastle, PA.

Browse a wide selection of new and gently used ski and snowboard equipment, winter apparel, and accessories from retailers and individual consignors across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C. Items include skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, poles, jackets, snow pants, helmets, goggles, and more, with sizes from toddler 4T through adult 2XL. Buyers receive free admission, and payment is accepted by cash, Visa, MasterCard, and Venmo. A processing fee applies to credit card and Venmo purchases. Shoppers may also find cozy cold-weather clothing and mountain-inspired styles. Those interested in selling clean, working ski and snowboard gear or winter apparel can consign up to 24 items and receive 80% of the selling price. Items must meet current safety requirements. No food, drinks, or personal ski and snowboard equipment are permitted in the shopping area.

Celebrate the growing season by exchanging extra vegetables, fruits, herbs, and eggs. Any surplus will be donated or distributed the following week. Baked goods and prepared foods cannot be accepted.

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.

Try out the Dungeons & Dragons starter kit, Heroes of the Borderlands, in this free demo.