About the
Cumberland Valley
Looking for the latest and greatest in the Cumberland Valley? You'll find it here. Discover what's new in the area, explore our diverse downtowns, find the perfect planning tools, and uncover what makes this a unique destination.
Cumberland Valley is conveniently located in the number one visited region in Pennsylvania. We are surrounded by popular destinations like Hershey, Harrisburg, Lancaster, York, and Gettysburg and 30 minutes from Harrisburg International Airport and Amtrak. Our hub location allows you to experience more with every visit and our easy accessibility to New York City, Washington D.C. and Baltimore makes getting here effortless.
If you are searching for a reason to visit, it won't take us long to convince you. Cumberland Valley is known for its scenic beauty, downtown charm, friendly atmosphere, and easy-to-navigate location. Only here can you zip down the highway to discover another walkable downtown or travel up a mountain road to beautiful scenic vistas, all before you've even had lunch. So go ahead, and plan your Weekend Easy getaway to Cumberland Valley. The hardest part is returning home.
5 Favorite Biking Trails in Cumberland Valley
Cumberland Valley offers a variety of scenic biking routes and trails that will delight casual riders and experienced cyclists alike. From leisurely creekside paths to strenuous forest trails, cyclists can choose...
Carlisle: A Historic Small Town
In spring 2022, Carlisle was one of 20 nominees in USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns. All nominees have small populations of less than 25,000 but are rich in fascinating history. Thanks to...
Bikes & Brews
Cumberland Valley is a cyclist's dream, with miles of trails along scenic roads, rail trails, and mountain paths. The Valley and its towns are bike-friendly, and our rolling hills and landscapes offer nice ride...
Allenberry Resort: An Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge
Cumberland Valley is home to three of the world’s most popular fly-fishing destinations, and situated in the heart of Cumberland Valley is Allenberry, one of only three Orvis-endorsed fly-fishing lodges in...
Hiking & History
Learning about the history of a location doesn't have to happen inside a museum. As warm weather approaches, check out these Cumberland Valley locations where you can add some historical knowledge to your...
Make a Stop Along the 2024 Beer Trail!
Embark on a beer-tasting adventure along the 2024 Cumberland Valley Beer Trail, boasting over 30 exciting locations for you to explore. This year, the theme is all about the 80s hairband era—don't forget...
Celebrating Small Business Week: The Pillars of Local Economic Strength
National Small Business Week and Pennsylvania Small Business Week – taking place from April 28 to May 4, 2024 – celebrate and recognize the hard work, ingenuity, and dedication of small business owners...
Top 10 Events: May
May offers an abundance of festivals for every interest, including cars, wine, trains, art, and more. Learn more about ways to Celebrate Mother's Day in Cumberland Valley, including Mother's Day gifts and...
New Locations Along the Cumberland Valley Beer Trail
The Cumberland Valley Beer Trail launched in April 2017 with 15 participating locations. With the newest digital passport now available, the trail has expanded to 30 locations—from Shippensburg to...
Dining Out for Mother's Day in Cumberland Valley
Treat Mom to a meal for Mother's Day. Here are some options for dining out in Cumberland Valley. More restaurants will be added to the list as information becomes available. Mother's Day Dining
We allow you to be "Greek for a day" every May as we wow you with spectacular food, succulent desserts, extraordinary dancing,...
Learn MoreThe Carlisle Ford Nationals is the largest all-Ford-themed car show in the world. The National Parts Depot Showfield features...
Learn MorePlease plan to attend Foundry Day on June 1, 2024, when more than 100 juried craftsmen and artists will showcase their wares along...
Learn MoreThe Iron Bridge Music Festival & Beer Garden will again be held at the beautiful New Cumberland Borough Park on Friday &...
Learn MoreJubilee Day: A great way to kick off the summer. Presented annually by the Mechanicsburg Chamber of Commerce, Jubilee Day is the...
Learn MoreHome to a diverse group of General Motors vehicles, from vintage muscle to the modern 5th generation Camaro, this is the place to...
Learn MoreSummerfair returns in 2024 with its commitment to providing the community with family-friendly events offered at no cost....
Learn MoreWelcome to a true Mopar-lover’s paradise. There’s nothing quite like it anywhere in the world with nearly 3,000 vehicles from all...
Learn MoreThe Bluegrass on the Grass Festival returns on July 13, 2024. Seating is open. Admission is free. Bike racks are available...
Learn MoreIf you are a true Jeep lover, this is the show for you! Since our first show in 1995, this has become one of the longest-running...
Learn MoreThe Carlisle Truck Nationals and its show within the show, the Big Rig Show and Shine, are one of the largest and most...
Learn MoreThe largest and most fun-filled Corvette event in the world, the annual Corvettes at Carlisle event features more than 5,000...
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