Family events in York County, PA

A relaxed weekly meetup at Glen Rock Park brings caregivers and homeschool families together while children socialize and play. Activities may include group games such as tag, basketball, and pickleball, free time on the playground, and creative stations for crafts and coloring. Yard favorites like bubbles, jump ropes, and balls often make an appearance, and kids can walk, race, or bike the new walking path. Families can also browse the Free Little Library and explore a puzzle and craft box. Admission is free, and gatherings take place weekly, weather permitting.

Southern PA. Clay in Hanover offers a hands-on carving experience where families or individuals create ceramic pumpkins or ghosts to take home. Work together on one piece or choose multiple items to decorate. The session lasts about two hours. Pricing is $50 for a large pumpkin or ghost and $40 for a medium pumpkin or ghost, with extra ghosts at $25 for large and $15 for medium, and extra pumpkins available with a large option at $30. Each purchase includes a wheel-thrown piece, guided instruction, and a finishing choice of underglaze painting or a studio glaze.

This community offering provides complimentary laundry assistance at MBella Laundromat. The service covers as many as four 13-gallon bags of laundry, and participants handle their own loads throughout the visit. Hosted by Chapel Church. For questions, email missions@chapelchurch.org.

Car enthusiasts gather at Parma Pizza for a meet focused on cars and pizza. Bring a vehicle to show, enjoy a slice, and connect with fellow fans. Everyone is welcome.

Kids can spend an upbeat evening at Heart & Healing Co. in York, PA, learning two line dances while enjoying music, movement, and time on the dance floor. The focus is on making friends and building confidence in a welcoming setting. No previous dance experience is required. Bring plenty of energy and be ready to have fun. The cost is $10 per child. Space is limited.

Enjoy Movie Night at Springettsbury Park Amphitheater with a screening of Frankenweenie. Food options are planned from The Donut Guys, Pixie Pourhouse, and Food Adventure, and The Park Place Concession Stand will be open as well. The food truck lineup is subject to change.

This weekly Play! Pokémon League at Nerdtopia welcomes Trainers of all experience levels to play, trade, and connect with the local community. Enjoy casual Pokémon TCG matches, trade cards with fellow collectors, or meet others who are playing Pokémon GO. Every participant receives a Play! Pokémon promo pack. To have the first chance at Pokémon product arriving at Nerdtopia, participation at least twice a month is required, and attendance is tracked through Play! Pokémon software linked with Nerdtopia's system. Those without a Play! Pokémon ID can find information about obtaining one on the Play! Pokémon website.

PACK9 hosts its October monthly event at Ciocca Subaru of York, offering a chance to meet adoptable dogs. The lineup of attending dogs is shared the weekend before and updated daily as meet and greets continue leading up to the event. The public is welcome to stop by to meet the dogs. To adopt, a pre-approved application is required, and all members of the household, including resident dogs, must be present to meet a potential match. Applications are available through the rescue’s website. Attendees are asked not to use the event for general dog socialization, and to bring their own dog only for an introduction if already pre-approved. Please be respectful of the host location throughout your visit.

Tot Rock brings little ones and their grownups together at the Appell Center for a lively 30-minute class filled with music, play, and smiles. The focus is on quality time in a welcoming, safe setting where laughter and shared moments take center stage. Caregivers are encouraged to participate, especially during free play. This is a Pick Your Price program with a recommended contribution of $15 per family. Adults must remain with their children for the entire class. Please pre-register once per family for the selected date.

Webber’s Ghostlight Party brings Halloween-themed fun for all ages to Grace Lutheran Church in Red Lion. Expect a Trunk or Treat with a goal of 15 to 20 decorated cars or booths, live music from School of Rock York, and a range of family-friendly games and activities. The Musical Box Theatre will host additional activities throughout the event. More details and information on how to sign up for Trunk or Treat will be shared soon.

An open gym session welcomes ages 6 and older to tumble and have fun. Entry is $10 at the door. For questions, call +1-717-378-0101.

Enjoy an all you can eat breakfast buffet featuring eggs, pancakes, French toast, bacon, sausage, chipped beef or sausage gravy, home fries, biscuits, and toast. Beverages include coffee, juice, and milk. The cost is 13 dollars for adults, and children 2 and under eat free.

Explore Dills Tavern with a guided tour that highlights the bake oven, the Wheelwright Shop, the Rye Whiskey Distillery, the 1798 Log Barn, the Visitor Center, and the Historic Educational Garden. Tours begin in the Orientation Room and gift shop, and payment is collected before the tour. Admission is $5 per individual and $10 per immediate family, with free entry for children under 12. Sunday tours are available, and private or group visits can be scheduled by appointment Monday through Saturday. On the second Sunday of each month, the experience includes a spinning demonstration. Guests are encouraged to watch a brief orientation video before arriving.

Thornton Automotive Dover Service, Tire, & Collision Center presents a community Trunk or Treat where candy is handed out from selected vehicles for a safe, family-friendly trick-or-treating experience. Guests are encouraged to bring a candy bag, wear a spooky costume, and greet team members from sales, service, collision, and the office. This outdoor celebration returns after successful past years and offers a fun seasonal outing for all ages.

Volunteers are invited to help by arriving early with a decorated trunk and treats for the kids. Each participating trunk receives a $10 gift card, and the best decorated trunk earns an additional $10. All are welcome to come trick or treating. If you are interested in lending a hand, let the organizers know.

Scotty Dog’s Lounge & Grill hosts an upbeat trivia night with quick rounds and a wide mix of categories. Teams are encouraged, and prizes plus bragging rights are on the line. Enjoy a relaxed night out with a full menu and drinks available throughout the evening. Families are welcome, and in the dining room kids eat free. Reservations are recommended. Bring your sharpest minds and put your knowledge to the test.