🎆 WHAT HAPPENED?
From May 23–31, the region was buzzing. Here's a snapshot of the biggest moments:
🔹 Memorial Day Parades (Mon)
Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Gettysburg, Carlisle, and Mechanicsburg honored veterans with hometown pride. Think marching bands, flags, community spirit, and heartfelt tributes.
🔹 Harrisburg Artsfest (Sat–Mon)
Riverfront Park hosted 170+ artists with everything from fine art to street performances. Add food trucks, live music, and perfect weather—this was a festival to remember.
🔹 Air Dot Show Tour (Sat–Sun)
Stunt pilots and skydivers took over Harrisburg International Airport with jaw-dropping aerials. Families packed the fields with picnic blankets and cameras for this action-packed show.
🎶 LOCAL FLAVOR & FESTIVAL VIBES
🔹 Keystone Arms Community Yard Sale (Sat)
Carlisle neighbors turned out in droves for a community-wide treasure hunt. From vintage finds to friendly chats, it was small-town charm at its best.
🔹 Cousins Maine Lobster + Leo’s Ice Cream (Sun)
Carlisle saw long lines and happy tastebuds with this sweet-and-savory food truck pairing. A perfect Sunday afternoon combo.
🔹 Live Music & Entertainment
Elly Cooke’s acoustic set at First Church Carlisle delivered soul and serenity. Meanwhile, XL Live’s “Back in Black” AC/DC tribute rocked the crowd (Fri 30). And don’t forget the Harrisburg Senators baseball games all weekend long at FNB Field.
🎪 BONUS WEEKEND FUN
🔹 Philly Renaissance Faire (Sat–Mon)
Jugglers, jousts, and medieval snacks brought a fantasy escape to Fort Mifflin.
🔹 Mayfair Festival of the Arts – Allentown (Fri–Sun)
Visual art, live performances, and blooming gardens made this a weekend highlight for families and creatives alike.
🍺 Brews & Views
Throughout the week, local beer gardens and cider trucks gave everyone a spot to unwind. Sunset vibes by the river? Yes, please.
💡 WHY THIS WEEK MATTERED
This wasn’t just about fun—it was about connection.
Communities came together. Small businesses thrived. Local artists got the spotlight. And for many, it was a reminder of what makes Central PA special.
🎯 WHAT TO DO NEXT
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✅ Mark your calendar—summer in Central PA is just heating up
🌞 FINAL THOUGHTS
Whether you danced riverside, cheered on veterans, or discovered something new at a local fest—thank you for showing up. This was Central PA at its best.
See you next weekend, neighbors. Let’s keep the energy going.
