Free events in Hanover, PA

Settle in with fellow makers at a welcoming fiber arts circle with a playful witchy vibe. Bring your current project and enjoy a relaxed hour of crafting and conversation. Friendly guidance is available for anyone who wants to learn knitting or crochet, so both beginners and experienced artists are encouraged to participate. All ages are welcome. Parents are asked to remain on-site while their children take part. This gathering is free to attend. The venue is wheelchair accessible, offers an accessible restroom and ample seating, and is service-animal friendly. Sensory-friendly lighting is available for those with photophobia or other light sensitivities. Incense may be used at times, and it can be paused upon request.

Make the most of a bumper harvest at this plant and produce swap. Bring surplus vegetables, fruits, herbs, and eggs to exchange with others, and know that any leftovers will be donated or shared the following week. Baked goods and other prepared foods cannot be accepted.

Bourbon Mill in New Oxford, PA hosts a free community celebration launching Peaceful Pulse for First Responders, a nonprofit established in October 2025 that supports the mental wellness of first responders and military veterans in Adams and York Counties. The gathering brings together residents, emergency personnel, and supporters to connect and raise funds for essential resources. Highlights include a vendor fair featuring local businesses and crafters, Wings for a Cause with all wing sales during a designated period benefiting the nonprofit, and live rock music from local band KARTUNE. Vendors are being accepted, with 10x10 spaces available for a $50 registration fee. Volunteers and those wishing to contribute a door prize or silent auction item can contact contact@peacefulpulse.org. Peaceful Pulse focuses on proactive, integrative wellness that weaves supportive strategies into everyday routines for those who keep the community safe.

AMH Records presents a night centered on live music and community spirit. The music begins with Mandy Buttrum, continues with David Sparrow, and concludes with Nom De Plume. Admission is free, and donations are appreciated. A food truck will be available, and guests may bring their own beverages. Canned food contributions will be collected for the local food bank.