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Highlighted Events for This Year

York County is your ultimate destination for exciting things to do all year long!

From can't-miss annual traditions to fun-filled weekend happenings, there's always something to explore. Dive into our lineup of car shows, groove to live music, savor food and drink events, and celebrate our local culture with family-friendly activities and vibrant festivals.

Here’s a listing of some highlighted special events during 2026. Mark your calendars!

Home & Garden Show: February 6-8
Lawilowan American Indian Festival: March 7-8
40th Annual York Saint Patrick's Day Parade: March 14
York Train Show: April 20-25
Give Local York: April 30-May 1
Sounds of Summer Concert Series: Wednesdays & Sundays during June and July, Sundays in August
York County Pride: June 13
Makers Spirit Event: June 19-20
Penn-Mar Irish Festival: June 20
Lincoln Highway Conference: June 22-26
Pirate Quest: June 27
Mason-Dixon Fair: July 6-11
Smoke on the Rail BBQ Festival: July 24-26
York State Fair: July 24-August 2
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire: Saturdays & Sundays, August 15 through October 25
Fall Native Plant Sale: September 12
Wild & Uncommon Weekend: September 17-20
Enchanted Fairy Festival: September 19
Muddy Run Powwow: September 19-20
York County Coffee Crawl: September 28-October 4
PA Cowboy Weekend: October 10-11
York County History Center Oyster Festival: October 18
York Train Show: October 20-24
Articles of Confederation Day: November 14
Christmas Magic: A Festival of Lights: November 27 through December 30

Be sure to visit our online calendar often. New events are added weekly.

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