Summer in our family means lots of outdoor fun! From family picnics and fishing to catching fireflies, there's always something to do. Our favorite Family Summer Tradition, however, is to attend every town carnival, fair and festival in Southern York County! There's just something about the smell of cotton candy, the rides, the sound of the bands playing in the background, the food, and the bright lights of the fireworks that always takes me back to my childhood.
Summer Carnivals and Fairs in SoYoCo are also used to help raise funds for many of our local Fire Companies and Community Groups. This means there is no shortage of carnivals to pick from! To help you find all the info for the SoYoCo Carnivals, Street Fairs, and Festivals we've compiled the list below. We hope that your family will be able to enjoy all of them!
1. Glen Rock Arts & Brew Festival
June 7, 11:00 am -5:00 pm
The Friends of Glen Rock Borough are proud to announce the 2024 Glen Rock Arts & Brew Fest will be held on Saturday, June 1 2024 in downtown Glen Rock!
This family-friendly event will showcase local businesses and artisans in a fun-filled, Borough-wide festival designed to encourage community connectivity, and promote economic and cultural growth.
Featuring:
- Vendors showcasing and selling locally made, original art, crafts, and foods
- Live musical performances in Ruins Hall
- Family fun games, crafts and entertainment throughout the day.
-Beer Garden
Entertainment schedules will be available online and at the information booth. All schedules are subject to change.
GENERAL ADMISSION IS FREE
Brew tickets can be purchased here
DAY OF BREW TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT RUINS HALL CASH & CREDIT CARDS WILL BE ACCEPTED
2.Codorus State Park: Experience Codorus Outdoors
June 7, 11-6
June 8, 11-5
Join us for a celebration of outdoor fun, environmental education, good food, live music and local craft artisans overlooking the beautiful Lake Marburg at Codorus State Park. In addition to shopping with local artisan, and food vendors you can enjoy the following activities:
• Kid’s Zone
• Local Bands
• Axe Throwing
• Interactive Nature Exhibits
• Rock Climbing
• Outdoor Games
• Kayaking
• Ryan the Bug Man
• Planetarium
• Pontoon Boat Rides
• Fun in the Dirt and Sand
• Nature Challenges
• Art in the Park Painting
• Fishing
• Dunk Tank
• Obstacle Course
• Local Craft Artisans
• Food Vendors
AND SO MUCH MORE!
LOCATION: Main Launch Dr. off Sinsheim Rd, Spring Grove, PA
(Event location GPS coordinates: 39/79433, -76.89528)
Tickets are $15 Per Car Admission
Buy online soon or at the Gate (No refunds on pre-paid tickets. There is limited cell service at the park, so please print your ticket.)
Main Entrance on Sinsheim Rd - Main Launch.
June 10 -June 14 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Come out and enjoy the fun, community, rides, games, and food.
Click here for full details
June 21 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Enjoy some of the best traditional and contemporary Irish musicians in Pennsylvania and Maryland, along with special guests from Ireland, Canada, and around the U.S., plus Irish dancers, Irish food, cultural workshops, free children’s activities, and a wide variety of vendors offering Irish goods including gifts, clothing, jewelry, music, books, pottery, photography, stained glass, and more.
Admission is FREE for ages 15 and younger. Advance tickets are $15 Tickets at the gate will be $20.
Click here for full details and the entertainment schedule.
Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.
Pets are prohibited.
Children’s Tent ends at 6 p.m.
Retail vendors may start to pack up once the last band begins.
NEW Location:Pheasent Run Green House & Garden Center
10341 Brillhart Road,Glen Rock, PA
5. Shrewsbury Volunteer Firemen’s Annual Carnival and Parade
June 23 – June 28
The 76th annual Shrewsbury Fireman's Carnival will be held June 23-28, 2025! One of York County's most thrilling carnival returns with rides, games, food, nightly entertainment, and SO MUCH MORE!
Fire Company Stands:
-Carl's Cookshack
-Funnel Cake Stand
-Soda Stand
-BINGO
-Dime Pitch
-Flower Wheel
-Pull/Rip Tickets
-Chance Stand
-Candy Wheel
-Grocery Wheel (at stage)
-Nightly 50/50 raffle
Nightly Entertainment:
(Starting at 7pm)
Monday: Tanner Mountain Band
Tuesday: RockBox
Wednesday: Wyatt Becker Band
Thursday: Danny Paisley & the Southern Grass
Friday: Stonewood
Saturday: Dean Crawford & the Dunn's River Band
Fireworks:
Friday, June 27 @10:30pm
(Shuttle services available from Grace Fellowship Church- across from Wendy's)
Rides by Russ Amusements:
Wristbands: TBD
Tickets: 1-$1 20-$20 50-$40
Rides: TBD
Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 5:30pm-10:30pm
Friday-Saturday: 5:30pm-11pm
Parking: $1.00 donation
No Alcohol - No Coolers - No Pets
Enter Playground Ave. - Off N. Main St.
Interested in being a volunteer?
The carnival is always looking for volunteers.
Businesses/Organizations welcome. Email: carnivalhelp@shrewsuryfire.com
Shrewsbury Parade: Presented by the Lions Club
Saturday, June 28, 2025 @ 3:30pm
Along downtown Main St. in Shrewsbury.
Online Registration: https://forms.gle/y7pq9tVUCK4uKudR6
Paper Form: Visit the Shrewsbury Borough office!
All proceeds go directly back to the Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company!
June 27 - 29
The 35th Annual Fawn Grove Olde Tyme Days is June 27th, 28th, & 29th, 2025, and benefit the Citizens Volunteer Fire Company in Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania. This year's feature tractor is Oliver & the feature gas engine is Maytag. Come on out this June and take a step back in time to watch all kinds of tractor pulls on our track, gas engine displays, and LOTS OF TRACTORS! You can also enjoy dancing, live bands, kid’s events, great food, flea markets, and MORE! There is also a parade on Saturday! Feel free to contact us with any questions!
Click here for the full schedule will be posted soon!
June 28 2pm-8pm at Brookside Park Dover
Ahoy, matey! Get ready to set sail on the most epic adventure of your life at Pirate Quest – the event where the treasure is real, the fun is endless, and the excitement is as vast as the seven seas! 
Picture this: you’re bouncing your way through a huge inflatable bounce house slip n slide, dodging foam in a wild foam party, and getting lost in a world of entertainment that’ll have you laughing and cheering! 
But that’s not all – the event will have vendors offering everything from cool pirate swag to mouth-watering food that’ll make your taste buds do a happy jig. You’ll meet lively pirates roaming the event, ready to recruit you into their crew for an unforgettable quest. 
And here’s the real hook – a treasure hunt with 10 thrilling stops! With each clue, you’ll solve riddles, unlock secrets, and hunt for treasures like a true swashbuckler. Only the bravest will make it to the final stop, where a real treasure awaits! 
So, if you’re ready for adventure, laughter, food, and foam-filled fun, Pirate Quest is your golden ticket to a legendary day!
Get your map, grab your crew, and let’s find that treasure!
8. New Freedom Lions Carnival
June 30 – July 5th, 2025
Each year the New Freedom Lions Club hosts an annual carnival to raise funds for local charities. All funds raised go directly back to the community, organizations like the girl and boy scouts, the New Freedom Fire Company, New Freedom Ambulance Service, SYC Library, New Freedom Community Center, and many others. The carnival is manned by many volunteers who work for the good of the community.
The carnival is located at Marge Goodfellow Park in downtown New Freedom, Pa.
Hours: 6pm-11pm
Entertainment and Activities Schedule:
June 30 KITTYBACK
July 1 STONEWOOD
July 2 CROSSROADS CONNECTED
July 3 JOSH CHRISTINA
July 4 REN & THE SECOND NATURE
July 5 JOE FORRESTER & THE ROAD RUNNERS
The fireworks display will be on Friday, July 2nd at 10:30 PM
“NO PETS ALLOWED ON CARNIVAL GROUNDS”
2025 dates coming soon!
There's so much to experience at the Mason-Dixon Fair we can not list it all! Please click here for a full schedule of events.
Monday through Thursday
General Admission: $5.00
Ride Wristband: $24.00
Friday and Saturday
General Admission: $10.00
Ride Tickets: $1.00 each
Children 12 and under always enter the fair FREE
Midway Opens Everyday 5PM- 10 PM
NO PETS ALLOWED - SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY
10. Eureka Volunteer Fire Department Carnival
Join us this July for six unforgettable days of fun, food, and community spirit at the Eureka Volunteer Firemen's Carnival, held annually at the Hopewell Area Recreation Park, 16 College Ave, Stewartstown, PA.
This event is the Eureka Volunteer Fire Company’s biggest fundraiser, supporting the essential services we provide to the community. It’s a celebration of summer packed with entertainment for all ages!
What’s in Store?
Delicious Food: Indulge in classic carnival treats and local favorites, made fresh for you to enjoy.
Exciting Games: Test your skills and win prizes in our wide variety of carnival games.
Thrilling Rides: Experience the joy of spinning, soaring, and sliding with rides for kids and adults alike.
Live Music: Enjoy performances from talented local bands and entertainers every night of the carnival. Family Fun: From bingo to raffles, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
📅 Dates: Monday July 14th to Saturday July 19th
Fireworks Thursday July 17th at 9pm
📍 Location: Hopewell Area Recreation Park, 16 College Ave, Stewartstown, PA
Support a Great Cause By attending the Eureka Volunteer Firemen's Carnival, you're helping to support the dedicated firefighters who protect our community year-round. Your participation helps fund critical equipment, training, and services. Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends for a week of fun, laughter, and community pride. We can't wait to see you there! Follow us on social media for updates and a full event schedule!
July 14th to July 19th Gates Open at 5:30 pm
Jefferson Carnival has been located in Jefferson since 1954. It is a non-profit organization that helps to support 3 different organizations. A majority of Carnival stands are run and operated by volunteers. Bring your family and friends and support the carnival while eating great food, playing games, enjoying the rides and listening to great music.
Entertainment Schedule:
Coming soon!
FOOD STANDS OPEN AT 5:30 pm
BINGO STARTS AT 7:00 pm
SHOWS START AT 7:30 pm
RIDES START AT 6:00 pm
NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
NO COOLERS
NO PETS
ATM onsite
12. York Fair
July 18 - 27, 2025
Click here for full details and the entertainment schedule
13. Pleasant Hill Firefighters Carnival
July 21-26, 2025. Join us for food, fun, games, and entertainment. Rides on site will be provided by Russ Amusements.
Entertainment Line-up:
Monday, 7/21 - Borderline (Country)
Tuesday, 7/22 - Canaan's Land (Bluegrass)
Wednesday, 7/23 - Chris Woodward (Country)
Thursday, 7/24 - Park Avenue Band (60s/70s/80s)
Friday, 7/25 - Tanner Mountain Band (Country/Southern Rock)
Saturday, 7/26 - Dean Crawford & the Dunn's River Band (Country)
August, 9
Red Lion Area Business Association (RLABA) is proud to offer the local community the Red Lion Street Fair event each summer. This year’s Street Fair will be held from 9 AM-4 PM, rain or shine. Vendor registration and information is scheduled to be available on the RLABA website. Looking forward to seeing you in August!
August 13-17
2025 Dallastown Carnival features live music every night, food trucks, retail vendors and lots of games!
The Carnival is held at Dallastown Community Park located behind S.A.F.E.R. #13-1 (50 S. School Pl., Dallastown)
Free parking & admission!
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday- 6:00PM to 10:00PM
Friday & Saturday- 5:00PM to 10:00PM
August 14, 15, & 16, 2025
We are happy to offer our regular annual carnival again this year. We are currently in the planning phases and look forward to seeing everyone again.
As always, we offer free parking and admission. We have both indoor and outdoor dining areas available. Our bingo hall is air-conditioned. Most fire company run games are $1 each. We have bands each evening for your entertainment and rides and games provided by AEB Amusements. Ride tickets are $1 each. Rides take 2, 3, or 4 tickets to ride.
Activites and Entertainment:
Thursday, August 14, 2025: The Amish Outlaws. Thursday night is also the armband special for the rides Each armband is $20 and is good 6 - 9:30 pm.
Friday, August 15, 2025: we have hot beef and hot turkey dinners from the dining room, doors open at 5 pm. We also offer our famous chicken corn soup, our famous sausage sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, french fries, funnel cakes and ice cream at our outside food stand. The entertainment will be Local Talent.
Saturday, August 16, 2025: we again have hot beef and hot turkey dinners from the dining room, doors open at 4 pm. We also offer our famous chicken corn soup, our famous sausage sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, french fries, funnel cakes and ice cream at our outside food stand. The band for Saturday is TBD.
Soup will be for sale by the quart ($) or gallon ($). We decided to keep the "Soup Loop" for Carry Out Soup. The Soup Loop will run 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The soup will be pre-packaged in different sizes and ready to go. Just follow the line, pay for your soup, take it, and go. It's that easy! We are no longer able to sell soup in containers brought to our event (sanitary restrictions). Thank you for your patience and understanding as we implement this change.
We can take credit cards for food purchases and ride tickets.
Craft Fair We will be having a craft fair and the vendors will be set up along Community Street. If interested in becoming a vendor, please Contact Jason at 717-554-4492.
Dime Pitch At this time we are accepting donations of glassware for the dime pitch.
Volunteers We are always recruiting volunteers for our annual carnival. We have many opportunities available. You can come in the weeks before to help set up, food preparation (cooking and cutting meat, etc.) and other kitchen work, general cleanup. During the carnival you can help in the kitchen with food preparation, washing dishes, transporting the finished product, packing, serving, order taking, and much, much, more. You can help for one hour or the entire duration of the event. If any of the above sounds like something you would be interested in, please contact the fire house and leave a message in the events mailbox. Just a quick reminder, this is a great opportunity to earn community service hours for school and scouts requirements.
PET POLICY:Only Service Animals, as defined by Title II and Title III of the ADA will be allowed on the Wellsville Fire Company carnival grounds and in buildings. A service animal means any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability.
Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs are NOT service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA.
We kindly ask that all PETS be kept at home.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
ALCOHOL POLICY This event is alcohol free.
17. Dover Fire Co Carnival
August 28 -September 1
Rides, games, food, bingo and displays will be available.
Dinner serving at 4 pm daily.
Rides open at 5 pm on Thursday, Friday and Sunday
3 pm on Saturday and Monday.
Entertainment info to come
For event more fun check out the Macaroni KID Gettysburg-Hanover Carnival Guide.
Know of a carnival, or festival we missed? Let us know by emailing the info to sarahfrane@macaronikid.com
