Event Calendar

NOVEMBER

Thursday, November 6 Adams County Community Foundation Annual Giving Spree.  A day to support all local non-profit organizations. Held live at The Wyndham, Gettysburg, 95 Presidential Circle, from 3-7 p.m. Online donations available from noon to 11:59 p.m. Call 717-337-0060 for more information.

Friday, November 7 First Friday. Includes artist receptions, book signings, demonstrations, special sales and later business hours (until 8 p.m.). Presented by the Gettysburg Area Retail Merchants Association. Look for the First Friday banner at participating Gettysburg shops, galleries, museums, tours and restaurants.

Friday, November 7 Gettysburg Foundation’s Annual Gala. At the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, 1195 Baltimore Pike. Evening program will begin with a reception at 5:30 p.m. with dinner following at 6:30 p.m. Special guest is columnist Peggy Noonan, who will address the audience. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org for reservation information.

Saturday, November 8 Gift Fair and Holiday Bazaar.  At the Saint Francis Xavier Center, 465 Table Rock Road. From 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Featuring local vendors, crafters and artisans. Collectibles, holiday fare, bake sale and more. Breakfast and lunch available. Call 717-309-2482 for more information.

Saturday, November 8 In Their Footsteps: Abraham Lincoln’s 1863 Visit. A special walk commemorating Lincoln’s visit to Gettysburg. Walk begins at The Shriver House, 309 Baltimore Street, at 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit The Shriver House. Visit achs-pa.org for ticket information.

Saturday, November 8 Civil War Era Dancing. At the Village Hall, 108 West Main Street, Fairfield, PA. From 7:30-10 p.m. Donations accepted, refreshments served. Email gettysburgdancesociety@gmail.com for details.

Tuesday, November 11 Veterans’ Day.

Friday, November 14 An Evening with the Painting. A more personal view of the historic Gettysburg Cyclorama painting, recounting the epic Pickett’s Charge, completed in 1882. At the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, 1195 Baltimore Pike. Two showings, from 4-6 p.m. and again from 5-7 p.m. Presented by The Gettysburg Foundation. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org for ticket information.

Friday, November 14 The Gettysburg Chamber Orchestra: A Centennial Celebration. At The Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle Street. Performance begins at 6 p.m. Call 717-337-8200 for ticket information.

Saturday, November 15 Remembrance Day. Held annually the Saturday closest to the date of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Includes wreath layings and special events, with the annual Remembrance Day parade beginning at 1 p.m., following the traditional route south from Baltimore Street to Steinwehr Avenue. Most events are free to the public. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org for details.

Saturday, November 15 Remembrance Illumination. At the Soldiers National Cemetery, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Illuminaries fill the National Cemetery, one for every Union soldier buried there, 3500 in all. Free to the public. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org for details.

Saturday, November 15 Remembrance Day Vendor Bazaar. At Gettysburg Heritage Center, 297 Steinwehr Avenue. In addition to vendors, there will be a living history encampment featuring the Sons of the Union Veterans. Call 717-334-6245 for details.

Saturday, November 15 12 Days: The Search for John Wilkes Booth. A play at The Barn Resort, 75 Cunningham Road, Gettysburg. The event will take place after the Remembrance Day Parade and before the Remembrance Illumination, approx. 3-5 p.m. Period dress is welcomed and encouraged. Presented by Colonel Jacob M. Campbell Camp #14. Tickets can be purchased at tinyurlcom. Call 717-334-7580 for details.

Wednesday, November 19 Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address Ceremony. At the Soldiers National Cemetery, beginning at 9:45 a.m. Free to the public. A ceremony that reenacts the dedication of the National Cemetery, featuring Abraham Lincoln, that took place on this date in 1863. Visit nps.gov/gett for details.

Saturday, November 22 Adams County Historical Society Fall Festival. At the Adams County Historical Society, 625 Biglerville Road. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Includes vendors, crafts, handmade gifts, local artisans, food and more. Visit achs-pa.org for details.

Saturday, November 22 Music, Gettysburg! The Philadelphia Bronze. At the Lutheran Theological Seminary Chapel, 147 Seminary Ridge, 4 p.m. Free to the public. Visit musicgettysburg.org for details.

Saturday, November 22-Saturday, December 6 Festival of Trees. At the Franklin County 11/30 Visitors Bureau, 15 South Main Street, Chambersburg. Call 866-646-8060 for details.

Thursday, November 27 Thanksgiving Day.

Friday, November 28 Black Friday. An annual day of special sales for holiday shoppers.

Friday, November 28-Saturday, November 29 Open House. At Furs by Susan, 1 Frederick Street, Hanover. Call 717-632-3335 for details.

Friday, November 28-Sunday, November 30 Five Christmases at The Shriver House. At The Shriver House, 309 Baltimore Street. See an original Gettysburg 19th century home decorated for the holidays. Tours are from 4-8 p.m. on Friday, and begin at 10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Visit achs-pa.org for ticket information.

Saturday, November 29 Small Business Saturday. Special sales and events for Gettysburg area businesses.

Sunday, November 30 Music, Gettysburg! Advent Vespers.  Featuring the Schola Cantorum. At the Lutheran Theological Seminary Chapel, 147 Seminary Ridge, 7 p.m. Free to the public. Visit musicgettysburg.org for more information.

DECEMBER

Monday, December 1 Annual Deer Widow Sale. At Needle & Thread Fabrics, 2215 Fairfield Road. From 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call 717-334-4011 for details.

Wednesday, December 3-Sunday, December 14 Million Dollar Quartet.  A special holiday show featuring an old-time famous musical ensemble. At the Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle Street. Visit gettysburgmajestic.org for performance schedule and ticket information.

Friday, December 5-Sunday, December 7 A Gettysburg Christmas Festival. Visit a festive Gettysburg from Lincoln Square through Steinwehr Avenue. Includes many holiday events, tours, music and festive food. From noon to 10 p.m. Friday, 10-10 Saturday and 10-3 on Sunday. Visit agettysburgchristmas.com for details.

Friday, December 5-Saturday, December 6 In Dulci Jubilo: In Sweet Rejoicing Christmas Concert.  Performed by the Gettysburg Choral Society. At the Seminary Chapel, 147 Seminary Ridge on Friday, at 7 p.m., and Saturday at 3 p.m. Free to the public. Donations accepted. Visit gettysburgchoralsociety.org for details.

Friday, December 5-Sunday, December 7 The 16th Annual Gingerbread Celebration and Holiday Market.  At the Arts Education Center, 125 South Washington Street. Presented by the Adams County Arts Council. Awards for the best gingerbread houses, and held in conjunction with the Gettysburg Christmas Festival. Call 717-334-5006 for details.

Saturday, December 13-Sunday, December 14 Holiday House Tours. Presented by The Adams County Historical Society. Tour historic homes and museums arrayed in finest holiday fashion. Call 717-334-4723, ext. 101 or visit achs-pa.org for ticket information.

Saturday, December 13-Sunday, December 14 Holiday Open House. At Boyer Nurseries, 405 Boyer Nursery Road, Biglerville. Includes refreshments, tours, Santa and special sales. Call 717-677-8558 for details.

Sunday, December 14 Music, Gettysburg! A Christmas Offering. At the Lutheran Theological Seminary Chapel, 147 Seminary Ridge. Free to the public. Performance of Christmas favorites begins at 7:30 p.m. Visit musicgettysburg.org for details.

Events are subject to change without notice. Please call numbers or visit websites listed with the event you wish to attend in case of changes or cancellations.