Tours in York, PA

York, PA is the factory tour capital of the world.  Carrying that title means there are no shortages to tours in York.  Many of these tours are family-friendly, free and fun and those are the ones you will find here!  In addition to being family-friendly, these tours would work well for home schooling groups, scout troops and other groups and are free or very affordable.  
You can find a detailed description of tours in York County, including days, times and requirements or rules here on the blog just by searching for tours or by visiting the Tours in York link on the navigation bar, or by simply clicking the Tours in York link in this post.  We will add more as we come across them and as always, please feel free to send an email or comment on Facebook sharing your favorite tours!

Stauffers of Kissel Hill Fall Festival 2013

It's officially Fall and that means York is abundant with Autumn festivals!  There are so many farms and markets in York County that offer family fun, like corn mazes, pumpkin painting, hay rides and much more for families with kids of all ages.  Many of these activities are free or low-cost and that includes Stauffers of Kissel Hill's Fall Festival.  

Stauffers of Kissel Hill has two York County locations: Dover, PA at 3949 Carlisle Rd. and East York at 4450 Lincoln Highway.  Each location holds their Fall Festival for two weekends, on Saturday, September 28, 2013 and Saturday October 5, 2013.   

Both locations are holding their festival from 10am-3pm.  At the Dover Stauffers of Kissel Hill location the activities include scarecrow-building (this is the only paid activity), a straw maze, photo opportunities, tattoos, pumpkin painting and other free and fun activities.  At the East York Stauffers of Kissel Hill location the activities include all of the same ones as the Dover location but they also offer a hay ride, which is a low-cost activity.  There will also be other visitors at the East York location including the York County SPCA and both locations will be selling food.  

This is a fun time for all!  Check out our past visits (and here) to the Dover Stauffers of Kissel Hill to see some photos of previous SKH Fall Festivals.  

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The Art Institute of York's Rock the Canvas 2012

The Art Institute of York is the sponsor for Rock the Canvas 2012.  Rock the Canvas will be held on Saturday, August 4, 2012 from 1-5PM at Springettsbury Park.  The event will include live music, art activities for children under 12, art exhibits and more. 

Dover, PA Summer Concert Series 2012

The Dover Community Park in Dover, PA is hosting a free Summer Concert Series once per month on Sundays from now until September 2012.  Money raised from food and other vendors will go to various non-profits in Dover's community. 

July 15th (6-8 pm): Little Ivory Blues Band
August 12 (6-8 pm): Tall in the Saddle
September 9th (5-7 pm): Bob Plunkert & Real Country

The Dover Community Park is located at 

2481 W. Canal Rd.

Dover, PA 17315

If the weather is bad the concerts will be held at 

the Community Building at 3700 Davidsburg Rd.

York Township 2012 Free Friday Night Flicks

York Township is once again hosting Free Friday Night Flicks.  Your family can visit York Township Park in Spry this summer for free outdoor movies every Friday until August 10, 2012.  Movies will begin around 8:45pm but depends on when it starts getting dark.   
Here is a list of the movies your family can watch for FREE every Friday this summer:

June 22, 2012 Puss in Boots (PG)
June 29, 2012 Captain America (PG-13)  FIREWORKS after the movie!
July 6, 2012 Dolphin Tale (PG)
July 13, 2012 Hop (PG)
July 20, 2012 The Adventures of Tin Tin (PG)
July 27, 2012 The Smurfs (PG)
August 3, 2012 Thor (PG-13)
August 10, 2012 The Muppets (PG)

Codorus Blast 2012 Festival in the Park

The Codorus Blast Festival in the Park will be held Friday June 22- Sunday June 24, 2012 at Codorus State Park in Hanover, PA.  Money raised from this event is used for the park.  There are tons of fun, family-friendly activities for all ages all three days.  Here is a breakdown of events, plus events that will happen throughout the weekend. The Codorus Blast website didn't have much info on scheduled events but I'm sharing what I've found! 

  

Events all weekend:

Live Music

Laser tag

Family Fun Area

Nature Zone

Civil War Reenactment 

Friday events:

Keystone DockDogs:

4pm BIG AIR WAVE #1
6:30pm BIG AIR WAVE #2

Saturday Events:

10am Triathlon.  Registration begins at 8am at the classroom building or register online. $60-65

Keystone DockDogs:

9am BIG AIR WAVE #3
12pm BIG AIR WAVE #4
3pm BIG AIR WAVE #5
6pm EXTREME VERTICAL FINALS
10am-6pm Kayak Program- $5 per person kayaking in the Main Launch Cove Area 

Sunday Events:

Keystone DockDogs:

9am SPEED RETRIEVE 

10:30am SPEED RETRIEVE FINALS 

12pm BIG AIR WAVE #6 

3pm BIG AIR DIVISIONALS FINAL 

10am-4pm Kayak Program- $5 per person kayaking in the Main Launch Cove Area

There was no mention on the Codorus Blast website about Fireworks on Saturday evening or the Amusement rides all weekend.  I'm not sure if that means they are no longer happening or if the website just wasn't updated to reflect these activities and events. 

Springettsbury Sounds of Summer 2012

Every summer Springettsbury Park (by the York Galleria Mall) in Springettsbury Township (East York) hosts the Sounds of Summer.  Every Sunday and Wednesday from Sunday June 10, 2012 until Sunday August 5, 2012 you can bring your blankets or lawn chairs at 7pm to enjoy an evening of live music, food and fun. Sounds of Summer is held rain or shine.  There are many different genres performing and many returning favorites. This event is always full of energy and if the family just isn't into it there is always Creative Playground, AKA "Castle Park" to enjoy. Favorite food vendors including Bricker's French Fries and funnel cake are available during these events.

You can view the full 2012 Concert Schedule lineup on the Springettsbury Township website.


July 4, 2012 falls on a Wednesday.  The Urban Guerilla Orchestra will be performing and fireworks will follow. 

Born to Read Story Time at Martin Library

Toddlers age 12-23 months and their adult are invited to Born to Read Story Time at Martin Library in York on Monday, May 14, 2012 from 9:30-10am.  Drop in for stories, songs, games and finger play; no registration necessary.

4th Annual Child Abuse Walk & Family Fun Day

The Child Abuse Prevention/Outreach Committee is holding their 4th annual Child Abuse Walk and Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Kiwanis Lake and Penn Park from 10am-1pm.  The walk begins at 10am at Penn Park.  At Kiwanis Lake families can enjoy a bounce house, York Revolution Baseball autographs, magician, child abuse awareness jewelry, activities, food, information tables, and more.  

To participate in the walk contact Tamara Ramer at 717-845-6532.  

37th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Lake and Farquhar Park

York City's 37th annual Easter egg hunt at Kiwanis Lake and Farquhar Park will be held on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 1-3pm.  This event is for children ages 8 and younger, and will be held after the annual fishing derby (which is another fun, free event for kids at Kiwanis Lake!).

The rain date for this event will be Sunday, April 1, 2012 from 3-5pm.