It's almost Halloween, and that means it's time for Trick-or-treating! Halloween is Thursday, October 31 and most places in York are sticking with that night to go trick- or-treating. Check out these websites that have compiled lists of local trick-or-treat nights. Remember that North York Borough will require wristbands. Last year, when the weather ruined the evening for many families in the area, West York Borough hosted an event at Shelley Park by the Fairgrounds and invited York City residents that had nowhere to go.
Fox 43's list of trick-or-treating in South Central PA, including York County
The York Galleria Mall in East York will also have trick-or-treating on October 31, called "Mall-O-Ween", for anyone ages 1-12 and their adult from 6-8pm.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Halloween in the Park
Halloween in the Park at Codorus State Park in Hanover is back for another year! On Friday October 25, 2013 and Saturday October 26, 2013 from 6-10PM each night, your family can visit the park for lots of fun Halloween activities for $10 per car. Enter the park through Rt. 216 (the pool entrance) to participate in the fun. Remember to bring your flashlights!
Trick-or-treating is from 6:00-8:30pm both nights. The reserved campsites are set up and decorated and the kids will trick-or-treat at each site. There is also a Halloween display and light show to enjoy. Hayrides run from 6-10pm both nights.
Other activities at Halloween in the Park are The Turtle Tent, a chainsaw artist and blacksmith. There will also be games and food vendors. Mascots and dancing will entertain trick-or-treating families while they wait in line. A program map is available online to see what's happening and where to find it.
Sorry, campers- the camping portion of this event has been booked full! But feel free to contact them to be added to a waiting list in the event of a cancellation or for next season.
Directions to Codorus State Park:
Trick-or-treating is from 6:00-8:30pm both nights. The reserved campsites are set up and decorated and the kids will trick-or-treat at each site. There is also a Halloween display and light show to enjoy. Hayrides run from 6-10pm both nights.
Other activities at Halloween in the Park are The Turtle Tent, a chainsaw artist and blacksmith. There will also be games and food vendors. Mascots and dancing will entertain trick-or-treating families while they wait in line. A program map is available online to see what's happening and where to find it.
Sorry, campers- the camping portion of this event has been booked full! But feel free to contact them to be added to a waiting list in the event of a cancellation or for next season.
Directions to Codorus State Park:
Monday, September 23, 2013
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.
#skh #stauffersofkisselhill #yorkpafamilies #fallfestivalsinyork
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.
#skh #stauffersofkisselhill #yorkpafamilies #fallfestivalsinyork
Friday, June 21, 2013
Little Explorers Nature Time at Rocky Ridge
Families are invited to Little Explorers Nature Time at Rocky Ridge Park, at the Oak Timbers Picnic Area on Thursday June 27 from 11am-12pm. Park Naturalist Amber Carothers will guide your family as you explore nature and the habitats at the park.
All ages are welcome but strollers are not recommended.
This is a free activity and there is no registration information.
All ages are welcome but strollers are not recommended.
This is a free activity and there is no registration information.
Friday, December 21, 2012
Marshmallow Hike at Rocky Ridge
The Marshmallow Hike at Rocky Ridge is an outdoor hike through the park to search for Mother Nature's gifts. After the walk, enjoy a fire and hot cocoa.
The Marshmallow Hike dates and times are:
Thursday, December 27, 2012 from 1-3pm
Saturday, December 29, 2012 from 9:30-11:30am and 1-3pm
This is a free event but registration is required. You can register for the Marshmallow Hike by calling 428-1961.
The Marshmallow Hike meeting area is located at
Rocky Ridge Park,
Hidden Laurel Picnic Area,
Pheasant Pavilion
The Marshmallow Hike dates and times are:
Thursday, December 27, 2012 from 1-3pm
Saturday, December 29, 2012 from 9:30-11:30am and 1-3pm
This is a free event but registration is required. You can register for the Marshmallow Hike by calling 428-1961.
The Marshmallow Hike meeting area is located at
Rocky Ridge Park,
Hidden Laurel Picnic Area,
Pheasant Pavilion
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Outdoor Family Yoga for All
Outdoor Family Yoga for All!
Families are invited to Nixon Park on Saturday, April 22, 2012 from 12-1pm for a fun outdoor yoga session hosted by the teachers of the Yoga Home in York. Classes are open to all and there is no fee. You must register at 717-428-1961, so class sizes may be limited. Yoga mats will be available or you may bring your own.
Families are invited to Nixon Park on Saturday, April 22, 2012 from 12-1pm for a fun outdoor yoga session hosted by the teachers of the Yoga Home in York. Classes are open to all and there is no fee. You must register at 717-428-1961, so class sizes may be limited. Yoga mats will be available or you may bring your own.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
14th Annual Fishing Derby at Kiwanis Lake
The 14th annual fishing derby at Kiwanis Lake in York, PA will be held Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 8am-12pm for children ages 15 and under and their adult. This free event is held rain or shine and registration is required. You can register the day of the event. Stick around for the Easter egg hunt after this event!
Contact Sandie Walker at 849-2251 for more information.
Contact Sandie Walker at 849-2251 for more information.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
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.
The rain date for this event will be Sunday, April 1, 2012 from 3-5pm.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Halloween in the Park at Codorus State Park
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Bring your family and your flashlights for Halloween in the Park, on Friday October 28, 2011 and Saturday October 29, 2011 from 6-10PM both days at Codorus State Park in Hanover.
This family-friendly event costs an affordable $10 per car.
Trick-or-treating is from 6:30-8pm. Reserved campsites are set up and decorated and the kids will trick-or-treat at each site. There is also a Halloween display and light show to enjoy.
Other activities at Halloween in the Park are kid-friendly hayrides, games, food, chainsaw artist Jeff Haring and more. View a map of activities and events.
Directions to Codorus State Park:
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Trick-or-Treat Nights in York
It's almost Halloween, and that means it's time for Trick-or-treating! Halloween is Thursday, October 31 and most places in York are sticking with that night to go trick- or-treating. Check out these websites that have compiled lists of local trick-or-treat nights. Remember that North York Borough will require wristbands. Last year, when the weather ruined the evening for many families in the area, West York Borough hosted an event at Shelley Park by the Fairgrounds and invited York City residents that had nowhere to go.
Fox 43's list of trick-or-treating in South Central PA, including York County
The York Galleria Mall in East York will also have trick-or-treating on October 31, called "Mall-O-Ween", for anyone ages 1-12 and their adult from 6-8pm.
Fox 43's list of trick-or-treating in South Central PA, including York County
The York Galleria Mall in East York will also have trick-or-treating on October 31, called "Mall-O-Ween", for anyone ages 1-12 and their adult from 6-8pm.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Miller Plant Farm Fall Fest 2011
Miller Plant Farm is offering their first ever Fall Fest in 2011. We missed the first one, yesterday October 1, 2011 but they are having another next Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 8am-5pm.
There will be FREE hayrides, pumpkin painting, and lots of fun for families. Cider sampling and plenty of autumn plants and decor will be for sale.
Miller Plant Farm is located at:
430 Indian Rock Dam Road
York, PA 17403
Ph. (717) 741-2631
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There will be FREE hayrides, pumpkin painting, and lots of fun for families. Cider sampling and plenty of autumn plants and decor will be for sale.
Miller Plant Farm is located at:
430 Indian Rock Dam Road
York, PA 17403
Ph. (717) 741-2631
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Stauffers of Kissel Hill Fall Festival
LOOKING FOR THE 2013 STAUFFERS OF KISSEL HILL FALL FESTIVAL?
I'm a little behind here but there's still plenty of time to visit Stauffers of Kissel Hill for their 2011 Fall Festival, at both York County locations.
Today, Sunday October 2, 2011 from 11am-3pm you can visit the East York or Dover Stauffers of Kissel Hill for pumpkin painting (with pumpkin purchase), straw maze, corn box (like a sand box but a little less messy), miniature golf, sidewalk chalk art, make-and-take craft, build-your-own scarecrow ($) and lots of free games. Visit the East York location for Hayrides ($) or the Dover location for a free scavenger hunt. Food will also for sale at both locations.
Here are some more scheduled events for next week at Stauffers of Kissel Hill:
Saturday October 8 from 10am-3pm:
All activities from 10/3 plus,
Kids Safety ID (East York)
11am-1pm: balloon creations (Dover).
1pm: The Puppetman Puppet Show (East York)
1pm: Police Dog Demo with Sgt. Sowers (East York)
Sunday October 9 from 11am-3pm:
All activities from 10/3 plus,
Story Teller 11am (Dover)
Firetruck 11am (Dover)
11am-2pm: Fire department (East York)
We've been to the Dover location a few times and it's always been a blast. The kids especially loved the scavenger hunt, corn box and pumpkin painting. Check out some of our family moments from The Stauffers of Kissel Hill Fall Festival 2010.
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| Hay Maze |
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| Pumpkin Painting is affordable fun. |
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| Corn box |
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| Works better with taller kids ;) |
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| Even the babies can have fun! |
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| Mini Golf |
Friday, September 30, 2011
Fall Fest at Brown's Orchards
On Saturday October 8 and Sunday October 9 Brown's Orchards North (Emigsville location) will be having their Fall Fest from 10am-3pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday. Brown's is offering free and low-cost entertainment including hayrides, pumpkin decorating, straw bale mountain, straw bale maze, alpacas, helicopter, firetrucks, food, games and activities, Critter Caravan (Sunday) and more. Wristbands area available for $5 for certain games/activities for kids.
We went to this event last year and had a blast painting pumpkins, playing on the straw mountain and racing through the maze. This year's ad didn't mention the PNAIA Pow Wow, which was really fun too. It's very family-friendly but avoid bringing your strollers because it was a pain to get around the rocky areas but it is possible if you must.
717-767-4142
Brown's North is located at
3100 North George Street
Emigsville, PA
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We went to this event last year and had a blast painting pumpkins, playing on the straw mountain and racing through the maze. This year's ad didn't mention the PNAIA Pow Wow, which was really fun too. It's very family-friendly but avoid bringing your strollers because it was a pain to get around the rocky areas but it is possible if you must.
717-767-4142
Brown's North is located at
3100 North George Street
Emigsville, PA
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Saturday, September 24, 2011
Kids Fall Day at Brown's Orchards
On Saturday October 1, 2011 Brown's Orchard is having Kids Fall Day at the Loganville location from 10am-2pm. Brown's will be offering hayrides, pick your own apples, face painting, make your own scarecrow, games, food, alpacas and live music from 2-4. Some things are free and some are low-cost activities.
Brown's South is located at
8892 Susquehanna Trail South, Loganville, PA
(717) 428-2036
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Brown's South is located at
8892 Susquehanna Trail South, Loganville, PA
(717) 428-2036
View Larger Map
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
The Annual Perseid Meteor Shower August 2011
The annual Perseid Meteor Showers are happening right now. From close to the end of July until mid August (the peak is mid-August, anyway) late night or early morning sky watchers can view the meteor showers hosted for free by the sky. Get your binoculars, telescopes and blankets ready!
The best times and dates to view the Perseid Showers are between moonset and the first light of dawn on August 10th and 11th. On August 13, 2011, during the peak times the sky will be brightened by the full moon. This may make the meteor showers difficult to see during more reasonable hours.
Get your kids excited by science by educating them on the showers before watching. You can find lots of great information at Space.com. Or view the 2011 Perseid Meteor Shower view table to prepare for your adventure.
When we watched the Perseid Showers we decided to go to a family member's house since we have loud and crazy kids. They definitely aren't the quiet type! We brought blankets, got out chairs, binoculars. The little one fell asleep in my arms- a pillow would have been a good idea. Snacks will keep the kids occupied during slow times. Printing up a star-gazing chart would be helpful as well. Then you can play eye-spy games with older kids or race to see who finds certain ones first.
Have you watched meteor showers with your kids in the past? What are your tips for making the most out of educational activities like this?
The best times and dates to view the Perseid Showers are between moonset and the first light of dawn on August 10th and 11th. On August 13, 2011, during the peak times the sky will be brightened by the full moon. This may make the meteor showers difficult to see during more reasonable hours.
Get your kids excited by science by educating them on the showers before watching. You can find lots of great information at Space.com. Or view the 2011 Perseid Meteor Shower view table to prepare for your adventure.
When we watched the Perseid Showers we decided to go to a family member's house since we have loud and crazy kids. They definitely aren't the quiet type! We brought blankets, got out chairs, binoculars. The little one fell asleep in my arms- a pillow would have been a good idea. Snacks will keep the kids occupied during slow times. Printing up a star-gazing chart would be helpful as well. Then you can play eye-spy games with older kids or race to see who finds certain ones first.
Have you watched meteor showers with your kids in the past? What are your tips for making the most out of educational activities like this?
Saturday, August 6, 2011
2011 Dallastown Carnival
The 2011 Dallastown Carnival at the Dallastown Community Park will be held from Tuesday August 16, 2011 until Saturday August 20, 2011. This event offers free admission, free parking and free entertainment.
The schedule is as follows:
Tuesday 8/16 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Long Ryde (bluegrass).
Wednesay 8/17 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Mark DeRose & The Way Home (Acoustic Rock).
Thursday 8/18 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Revolve (Beetles Cover Band).
Friday 8/19 from 5-11pm. Musical entertainment by Full Tilt (motown).
Saturday 8/20 from 5-11pm. Musical entertainment by Jay Jackson Show (country).
Raffle tickets are on sale now and sales will continue throughout the carnival to win a TV, laptop, XBox Kinect, Ipod and E-reader.
The schedule is as follows:
Tuesday 8/16 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Long Ryde (bluegrass).
Wednesay 8/17 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Mark DeRose & The Way Home (Acoustic Rock).
Thursday 8/18 from 6-10pm. Musical entertainment by Revolve (Beetles Cover Band).
Friday 8/19 from 5-11pm. Musical entertainment by Full Tilt (motown).
Saturday 8/20 from 5-11pm. Musical entertainment by Jay Jackson Show (country).
Raffle tickets are on sale now and sales will continue throughout the carnival to win a TV, laptop, XBox Kinect, Ipod and E-reader.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Red Lion's 35th Annual Street Fair 2011
The 35th annual Red Lion Street Fair- sponsored by the Red Lion Area Business Association- will be held on Saturday August 13, 2011 from 9am-4pm in downtown Red Lion. This family-friendly event in Red Lion, PA has plenty of fun and free activities and entertainment for the whole family, plus shopping and lots of yummy food!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Kiwanis Lake 2011 Summer Movie Series
Every Wednesday until August 17, 2011 Kiwanis Lake is offering free movies for the 2011 Summer Movie Series. Family-friendly movies begin every Wednesday at dusk (around 8:30pm) outside by the lake. Bring a blanket or chairs to this free event. Food will be for sale.
YorkArts will attend on Wednesday August 10, 2011 from 6:30-7:30pm for a FREE art in the park program.
The schedule is as follows:
Wednesday July 27: Cats and Dogs
Wednesday August 3: Gnomeo and Juliet
Wednesday August 10: Furry Vengence
Wednesday August 17: Tangled
YorkArts will attend on Wednesday August 10, 2011 from 6:30-7:30pm for a FREE art in the park program.
The schedule is as follows:
Wednesday July 27: Cats and Dogs
Wednesday August 3: Gnomeo and Juliet
Wednesday August 10: Furry Vengence
Wednesday August 17: Tangled
Lincoln Park Summer Concert Series 2011
Every Thursday until August 18th you can visit Lincoln Park in York City for their free Summer Concert Series. Starting at 7pm there will be live musical entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.
The schedule is as follows:
Thursday July 28: Sarah Indian Summer Jars- Festive music.
Thursday August 4: Dennis McCaughey – Tropical Soul
Thursday August 11: Alex Smith Trio- Jazz, Blues and Funk
Thursday August 18: Leah Burkey- Current Country
The schedule is as follows:
Thursday July 28: Sarah Indian Summer Jars- Festive music.
Thursday August 4: Dennis McCaughey – Tropical Soul
Thursday August 11: Alex Smith Trio- Jazz, Blues and Funk
Thursday August 18: Leah Burkey- Current Country
Monday, July 25, 2011
Summer Activities in York (July 2011)
There are so many fun and family-friendly activities going on in York, PA! Here's a list of just a few upcoming events in the York area. Remember that you don't have to travel far to have fun!
All Summer: Get Outdoors (GO) York Summer reading and activity.
Tuesday July 26 from 5:30-10pm Old Tyme Carnival and Fireworks at Sunset Lane in West York (Shiloh).
Tuesday July 26 at 10am Open Season 2 at the West Manchester Mall Regal Cinemas for $1 admission.
Tuesday July 26 and Thursday July 28 at 10am Megamind at Frank Theatres for $1 admission.
Wednesday July 27 at 10am Yogi Bear at West Manchester Mall Regal Cinemas for $1 admission.
Wednesday July 27 at 7pm Springettsbury Park's Sounds of Summer presents The Rivers Rockabilly Trio.
Wednesday July 27 at 8:30pm Cats and Dogs at Kiwanis Lake for free outdoor movie night.
Thursday July 28 at 7pm at Lincoln Park for the Summer Concert Series, Sarah Indian Summer Jars- Festive Music.
Friday July 29 at 8:45pm Despicable Me free outdoor movie event at York Township Park in Spry.
Sunday July 21 at 7pm Springettsbury Park's Sounds of Summer presents The Groove Train.
All Summer: Get Outdoors (GO) York Summer reading and activity.
Tuesday July 26 from 5:30-10pm Old Tyme Carnival and Fireworks at Sunset Lane in West York (Shiloh).
Tuesday July 26 at 10am Open Season 2 at the West Manchester Mall Regal Cinemas for $1 admission.
Tuesday July 26 and Thursday July 28 at 10am Megamind at Frank Theatres for $1 admission.
Wednesday July 27 at 10am Yogi Bear at West Manchester Mall Regal Cinemas for $1 admission.
Wednesday July 27 at 7pm Springettsbury Park's Sounds of Summer presents The Rivers Rockabilly Trio.
Wednesday July 27 at 8:30pm Cats and Dogs at Kiwanis Lake for free outdoor movie night.
Thursday July 28 at 7pm at Lincoln Park for the Summer Concert Series, Sarah Indian Summer Jars- Festive Music.
Friday July 29 at 8:45pm Despicable Me free outdoor movie event at York Township Park in Spry.
Sunday July 21 at 7pm Springettsbury Park's Sounds of Summer presents The Groove Train.
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