Explore York County PA

06/19/2024

Great deal for a GREAT experience during the Makers Spirit Event! Check out this fun offering from Vortex Brewing Co and many others by signing up for your digital passport!

www.YorkPA.org/Events/Makers-Spirit-Event/

Join us on Saturday in collaboration with Explore York County PA for a delicious food and craft beer pairing for only $30. This is a steal!!!

We are limiting the event to only 20 tickets.

Call now to reserve your spot while tickets are available 🍻

For more info: https://www.yorkpa.org/events/makers-spirit-event

06/19/2024

Join in the fun starting TOMORROW during our Makers Spirit Event! 🤩🤩🤩🤩

It's Makers Spirit week in York!

On Thursday, June 20th we will offer exclusive tours of our bakery located at 75 Aberdeen Road. No reservations are required.

Tours begin on the hour from 9am-12pm. Tours will be lead by our experienced bakery staff.

All tour participants will twist a soft pretzel and all participants will leave with a free soft pretzel!

Tour participants will receive an exclusive coupon for future purchases on our website.

For more information on the events happening this week, Explore York County PA is the page to follow!

06/17/2024

Happy 125th Anniversary to Felton Borough PA!! 🎉🎉 Felton is one of the many boroughs that make York County such a great place to live, work, stay, and play. Join in the celebrations this weekend starting with their family movie night on Friday and ending with amazing fireworks on Saturday-- and don't forget all the fun activities in between! 🎬🎆

For more information, check out their Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/vcBBHYVXKY8GjLMB/

06/17/2024

Stay tuned for the start of boat tour season 🤩

Enjoy a beautiful cruise down the Susquehanna on the spectacular Chief Uncas. Such a unique and fun experience!

The Chief Uncas is resting on her 112th birthday, preparing for SNHA’s River Discovery Tour season! On this day 112 years ago, ownership of the 55 ft. ELCO electric boat “Chief Uncas” was officially signed over to beer dynasty legend Adolphus Busch. Today she sits proudly awaiting final fit out and sea trials with new Elco Motor Yachts motors to ensure everyone who comes aboard has a fun, enjoyable, and safe experience.

River Discovery Boat Tours and Premium Sunset Cruise tickets are available now! Book your trip on the Susquehanna River with Susquehanan NHA. Choose from 1-hour tour options and premium sunset cruises from June through October. Join us for our signature River Discovery Boat Tour or a specialty-themed tour this summer! https://ow.ly/eB7N50SjcW6

Thank you for your patience and understanding as our team works to bring you a boat tour season aboard the Chief Uncas you will never forget!

06/14/2024

Celebrate Dad in York County! Check out our most recent blog for ideas! 👨‍👦‍👦

Here's a guide to some special Father’s Day events around York County. Discover a plethora of things to do with Dad this Father's Day as well as throughout the month.

06/13/2024

Get ready to explore your with us! Thanks so much for the feature, Good Day PA on ABC27!

Join the event for more information: Makers Spirit Event ✨🪡🥨🚂🎷🎨⚾️

What are you most excited for? Let us know in the comments!

06/07/2024

Stop by our table at First Friday for great information about upcoming events and the chance at some awesome prizes!

We'll see you there! 😄

EVERYONE is invited to attend Downtown York’s monthly First Friday in Downtown York, PA TONIGHT from 5pm-9pm! First Friday, presented by WellSpan Health, is a celebration of Downtown York shops, restaurants, cultural venues and nightlife hot spots. From 5-9pm, downtown shops and restaurants host special events, offer refreshments and promotions, and sponsor live entertainment.

Here are just some events happening around Downtown York this evening:
🌞 @ Granfalloons w/ Aortic Valve

06/07/2024

06/06/2024

The American Truck Historical Society Annual Convention & Truck Show is THIS WEEKEND! Check out their event calendar to see all the fun ways you can get in on the fun!

Can't wait to see you there!

Hundreds of trucking enthusiasts will gather for the American Truck Historical Society’s National Convention and Truck Show. The Truck Show will include everything from spoke-wheel trucks of the early 1900s to modern 18-wheeler rigs. Open to the public on June 6-8, the ATHS National Convention and...

06/06/2024

🍀✨Giveaway time!✨🍀

We have 4 pairs of tickets to the 22nd Annual Penn-Mar Irish Festival that we'd like to give to YOU!

All you have to do is:
- Follow us
- Like this post
- Comment below telling us your favorite York County local business!

Bonus Entry: Tag a friend who would love to join you at the festival!

Good luck! 🍀 Four winners will be announced in the comments. The Irish Festival is held on June 15 at The Markets at Shrewsbury.

06/04/2024

Just over two weeks away from the Makers Spirit Event! Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, interactive demonstrations, and exclusive collaborations as you explore your . This event only comes once a year, so you do not want to miss out.

Which Maker experience are you most excited for?

Prepare for three fabulous days of family fun in York County filled with exclusive experiences including behind-the-scenes tours, delicious tastings, make and take crafts and plenty of surprises!

On 6/20 and 6/21, the Appell Center is offering a free in-depth tour of our historic theatres and the inner workings of where performing arts magic is made!

To sign up or learn more about the Makers Spirit Event, visit https://www.yorkpa.org/events/makers-spirit-event/ or

https://www.facebook.com/events/1001913421937188/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

Explore York County PA

05/29/2024

We LOVE when the National Street Rod Association comes to town! Check out our website for more information about events, the parade, and so much more.

The Street Rods are returning to Downtown York on Friday, May 31 at 12pm! This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Street Rod Nationals East. The parade will depart from the York Expo Center at 12pm and head into the City of York. Grab a seat along the parade route in Downtown York on Market Street and watch as 100-125 classic street rods cruise on by!

For more information, visit Explore York County PA's website at yorkpa.org/event/street-rods-parade/42662/.

05/29/2024

Stay tuned this winter! ❄️⛄️ Looking forward to seeing all the fun things Aviator Brew Hub has planned!

*taps mic* 🎙️ is this thing on?

Well. It looks like this year's Christmas Market is about to get a whole lot merrier!

We've got a lot of fun plans and generous grant from Explore York County PA to make them happen ❄️⛸️🥌

Check back regularly for updates about opportunities for vendors, food trucks, artists, performers -- and anyone planning an incredible holiday outing 😎🎄

05/29/2024

Can't wait to see these flags hung proudly in Felton!

So excited to see these amazing new banners going up in the borough. Thank you to Explore York County PA for providing them for the borough!

05/29/2024

American Truck Historical Society will be here next weekend! We can't wait! Will you be joining?

In your down time, you'll need things to do! Check out our website for events, attractions, and the best local businesses.
www.YorkPA.org/Events
www.YorkPA.org/Things-To-Do

See you then!

05/22/2024

Happy National Travel and Tourism Week! 🌟 York County is a treasure trove of history, culture, natural beauty, arts&culture, and more. Whether you're exploring our charming downtowns, savoring local flavors, or enjoying our scenic trails, there's something for everyone. Come discover why York County is the perfect destination to create unforgettable memories.

Your visits to our region mean more than you know! It brings our community together, supports local businesses, and showcases the unique charm and heritage that make our area special. Tourism not only fuels our economy but also fosters a sense of pride and connection among residents. Because of that, we do agree that travel is essential to every community and every industry.

We hope to see you soon!

05/21/2024

This is great news for York County! 🥳🥳 We will be hosting Accent East 2025!

Greatly looking forward to November of next year!

Thank you, Accent Travel Network!

More good news! I am excited to announce that Accent East 2025 will take place in York PA.
November 14-16: PreFam for Operators
November 16-18: Conference
Looking forward to seeing you all in York in 2025!

05/21/2024

So excited to partner with Dill's Tavern and Civil War Trails, Inc. on this amazing project! Recognizing the rich history of York County is essential for fostering economic growth, boosting tourism, and nurturing pride in our community.

Check out the new sites in Dillsburg, as well as the several other existing sites throughout the county!

05/20/2024

BIG NEWS! 🎉🎉 The Makers Spirit Event digital passport is NOW AVAILABLE! Sign up for the pass, check out the exclusive festivities happening during the event, and mark your calendars for June 20-22! Behind-the-scenes tours, educational demonstrations, and tasty collaborations...the Makers Spirit Event will have it all. Prepare to experience the Makers of York County like never before!⁠
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Check in at each exclusive event for points, then use your points for awesome prizes. Sign up today to plan which places you're going visit! ⁠
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Please note: Some exclusive events will require tickets or reservations. ⁠

Explore York’s annual county-wide Makers Spirit event is a celebration of all things crafted here in York County, Pennsylvania. From food to furniture; hats to history; beer, wine, and spirits - to spirited outdoor adventures. This year's event will showcase incredible makers who call York County ...

05/15/2024

An absolutely beautiful sight to see in downtown! 🌸🪻🌷🌞

05/10/2024

Support local this Mother's Day!💐🌸 We have the best gift guide for local treasures, jewelry, and more. Don't forget about quality time with mom! Our Calendar of Events is packed with things to do together this weekend and beyond.

We have it all from locally made jewelry, soaps, boutique items, and so much more.

05/06/2024

At White Clover Farm, a diverse range of produce thrives, including sweet corn🌽, sunflowers🌻, tomatoes🍅, fruits🍓, potatoes🥔, broccoli🥦, onions🧅, and more. Their homemade salsa, jams, and sauces are known for their freshness and flavor, crafted with care from the farm's own harvest. Visitors can also enjoy nitrate and hormone-free pork and broilers raised on-site. The farm proudly offers farm-fresh eggs🥚 alongside a curated selection of organic products sourced from local farmers, reflecting their commitment to quality and sustainability. Not to mention the locally-made, spectacular ice cream sold there 🍦👀

Stop by the Farmstand & Greenhouse in York for all of these goods and more! Enjoy specials that change each day, and be sure to say hello to the goats!