West Shore Events: July 16–22, 2026

The West Shore of Pa has no shortage of things to do this weekend! New Cumberland is the place to be Saturday, when Pride Weekend takes over downtown — an afternoon picnic at Borough Park followed by an evening drag show at West Shore Theatre. The rest of the West Shore keeps the momentum going: sprint cars roar into Williams Grove in Mechanicsburg, Gruver Farms in New Cumberland kicks off Peach Weekend, and close to twenty library and kids' programs fill the week from Camp Hill to Enola. Grab a lawn chair and pace yourself — this is a big one.

Fused Glass Nightlight Class
Thu 7/16 · The Mercantile, Mechanicsburg · Price not listed — check link
A craft workshop where you design and make your own fused-glass nightlight; the piece is fired off-site and returned to The Mercantile. event details

Kindergarten Camp
Thu 7/16 · 9–10 AM · Fredricksen Library - Kunkel Creation Station (KCS), Camp Hill · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A readiness program of storytime and skill-building activities for kids entering kindergarten this fall; an adult must accompany each child. event details

Friends of the Library Big Bag Sale!
Thu 7/16 · 10 AM–2 PM · East Pennsboro Township Building - Ground Floor Hallway, Enola · $5 per bag
A used-book sale where you fill a bag for $5, benefiting the Friends of East Pennsboro Library. event details

Family Entertainment Series - Dinosaur Birds of the Bay
Thu 7/16 · 10:30–11:30 AM · New Cumberland Public Library - Foundation House, New Cumberland · Free
A family program connecting blue heron biology to dinosaur ancestry through storytelling and hands-on movement activities, led by environmental educator Carol Parenzan. event details

Kindergarten Camp
Thu 7/16 · 11 AM–12 PM · Fredricksen Library - Courtyard, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A second session of the kindergarten-readiness program — see the 9 AM listing for details. event details

Dino Poo Detective
Thu 7/16 · 1:30–2:30 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Rooms A & B, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A hands-on kids' program where young paleontologists dig through chocolate-pudding "dinosaur poo" to determine a dino's diet, then make a matching craft. event details

Elementary Keva Lab
Thu 7/16 · 3:30–4:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Kunkel Creation Station (KCS), Camp Hill · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A building lab where kids ages 6-8 construct structures with Keva Planks; no registration required. event details

Summer Sip & Sparkle
Thu 7/16 · 4–7 PM · Mountz Jewelers - Camp Hill, Camp Hill · Free
An in-store jewelry event with champagne and sweet treats celebrating Origin lab-grown diamonds. event details

That Acoustic Thang!
Thu 7/16 · 6–9 PM · Metropolis Collective, Mechanicsburg · No Cover
A weekly open mic for singer/songwriters to share their music and network — come to play or come to listen. All ages, BYOB. event details

Thursday Group Runs
Thu 7/16 · 6 PM · Fleet Feet Mechanicsburg, Mechanicsburg · Free
A weekly group run starting at Fleet Feet, suggested distance 3 miles; no registration required. event details

Dino Poo Detective
Thu 7/16 · 6–7 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Room A, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A second session of the dinosaur-diet detective program — see the 1:30 PM listing for details. event details

Third Thursday
Thu 7/16 · 6–7 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Room B, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
A monthly teen art project with a new themed craft session. event details

Tri-Wizard Tournament Challenge #2 - Wizarding World Knowledge Test
Thu 7/16 · 6–8 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
The second challenge in Fredricksen's Tri-Wizard Tournament series — teams compete in a wizarding-world knowledge test for tournament points. event details

Ries Brothers @ Playhouse at Allenberry
Thu 7/16 · 6:15–9 PM · Playhouse at Allenberry, Boiling Springs · Price not listed — check tickets.allenberry.com
A live band show — the Florida-based duo blends rock, blues, funk, and reggae into a soulful, high-energy sound. event details

Americana Duets with the Villones
Thu 7/16 · 6:30–8:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Atrium, Camp Hill · Free
A husband-and-wife duo performs familiar American roots melodies, lyrics, and stories. event details

Outdoor Sensory Playtime
Fri 7/17 · 10:30–11:30 AM · New Cumberland Public Library - Library Lawn, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
An outdoor sensory program with water tables, a ball pit, and hands-on play stations for free play. event details

Indie and Foreign Film
Fri 7/17 · 2–4:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A screening of "The Quiet Girl" (Ireland, 95 min), followed by a moderated discussion led by Lee Johnson. event details

Yellow Breeches 500 -- 410 & 358 Sprint Cars (Fan Appreciation & Kids Night)
Fri 7/17 · Gates 5:30 PM · Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg · Price not listed — check williamsgrove.com
410 and 358 Sprint Cars run a 25-lap timed hot-lap event, plus a Fan Appreciation and Kids Night with free pit access 5:30–6:15 PM; racing starts at 7:30 PM. event details

Community Water Fun Night
Fri 7/17 · 6–8 PM · Table Life Church, New Cumberland · Free
A Friday-night water party with a blow-up waterslide, water games, kiddie pools, a giant slip-n-slide, and free food. event details

GHCB at Trinity Lutheran Church, Mechanicsburg
Fri 7/17 · 6–8 PM · Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mechanicsburg · Free
A concert by the Greater Harrisburg Concert Band, part of Trinity's 43rd Summer Season themed "E Pluribus Unum"; free hot dogs, chips, drinks, and ice cream starting at 6 PM, concert at 7 PM on the church lawn (moves indoors if rain). Bring a chair or blanket. event details

Music in the Park: Cumberland Honey
Fri 7/17 · 6 PM · South Middleton Township Park @ Pavilion 1, Boiling Springs · Free
Cumberland Honey brings folk, soul, and bluegrass-tinged harmonies to the free summer concert series. Bring lawn chairs. event details

Lettice and Lovage
Fri 7/17 · 7:30 PM · Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill · $25
A comedy play about an eccentric tour guide at a stately home and her unlikely friendship with a stuffy historical-preservation official. event details

Lawn Chair Cinema: Ten Little Indians
Fri 7/17 · 8–10 PM · New Cumberland Public Library - Library Lawn, New Cumberland · Free · All Ages
An outdoor movie night on the library lawn — bring blankets and snacks; the concession stand opens at 8 PM. event details

C&T Cars & Coffee
Sat 7/18 · 7:30–11 AM · Country & Town Baptist Church, Mechanicsburg · Free
A monthly car meetup with coffee and donuts while supplies last. event details

Book & Media Sale (Friends of New Cumberland Public Library)
Sat 7/18 · 9 AM–3 PM · New Cumberland - Foundation House, 9th & Sharon Streets, New Cumberland · Free to browse; items priced individually · All Ages
A recurring used book and media sale held the first and third Saturday of each month. event details

Camp Hill Pop-up Buying Event
Sat 7/18 · 9–11 AM · Camp Hill Shopping Center, Camp Hill · Free
A pop-up buying event for kids' clothes, toys, and baby gear — bring your items to sell. event details

Open House at Mechanicsburg Agway
Sat 7/18 · 10 AM–2 PM · Mechanicsburg Agway, Mechanicsburg · Free
An open house with a Purina Sales Specialist on hand to talk horse nutrition, savings, and more. event details

Saturday Morning PYP Workshop
Sat 7/18 · 10 AM–1 PM · Board & Brush Mechanicsburg, PA, Mechanicsburg
A DIY paint-your-own-project workshop — choose from hundreds of designs; preregistration required, closing 72 hours prior. event details

Women's Dive Day, 2026
Sat 7/18 · 10 AM · 203 Valley Rd, Enola · Free
A free scuba diving celebration day with games, teamwork, and laughs for women divers and friends. event details

Craft-A-Palooza
Sat 7/18 · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM · Simpson Public Library - Meeting Room A, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 0-5 / Preschool
A monthly drop-in craft session where kids make two crafts, including a themed "craft challenge." event details

Summer Art Jam + Car Show
Sat 7/18 · 11 AM–5 PM · Ever Grain Brewing Co., Mechanicsburg · Free — food and drinks for purchase
An outdoor art market and car show pairing Summer Art Jam with the America's Auto Auction Car Show — local makers and artists, live music, classic and custom cars on display, and food and drinks from Ever Grain.

5th Annual Cute Li'l New Cumberland Pride Picnic
Sat 7/18 · 11 AM–4 PM · New Cumberland Borough Park, New Cumberland · Free
A community Pride picnic celebrating five years running, with local performers old and new. event details

Unearth a Story: A Magical Bubble Adventure! with River Barry
Sat 7/18 · 11:30 AM–12:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Commissioners Room, Enola · Free · All Ages
An interactive performance blending science, storytelling, and paleontology/archaeology through bubbles; no registration necessary. event details

Peach Weekend at Gruver Farms
Sat 7/18 · 12–5 PM · 255 Stetler Rd., New Cumberland · Free to attend
A peach-season farm festival with local vendors, artisans, food trucks, fresh baked goods, and peach-infused wines, slushies, and treats. event details

Create Your Own Decorative Coasters
Sat 7/18 · 1–3 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · $15 · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A beginner-friendly craft session making two decorative coasters; space limited to 12, registration required. event details

Rocket Academy
Sat 7/18 · 2 PM · 22 Salt Road, Enola · Free
A hands-on event where kids build and launch their own rockets. event details

Neurodivergent Adult Support Group
Sat 7/18 · 3–4:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Small Meeting Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A Neurodiverse Network program giving neurodivergent adults space to discuss topics, share resources, and support one another. event details

Jimmy Buffett Tribute
Sat 7/18 · 5–10 PM · West Shore Harrisburg Elks, Camp Hill · $35 in advance / $40 at the door
A tribute band plays for "Parrotheads," with food and drinks at the West Shore Harrisburg Elks. event details

Drag Me Downtown (New Cumberland Pride)
Sat 7/18 · 7 PM · West Shore Theatre, New Cumberland · $10 Standard / $25 High Top / $60 Booth · Open to public (18+ unaccompanied)
A drag show performance in Downtown New Cumberland presented by the New Cumberland Collective and New Cumberland Pride, part of Pride Weekend; anyone under 18 needs an accompanying adult. event details

POV Comedy Showcase
Sat 7/18 · 7:30 PM · Consciousness Coffee, 1 Lemoyne Square, Lemoyne · $17.85
A stand-up comedy showcase starring New York City comedian Josh Martier (2025 Helium Philly's Phunniest winner), with Dom Driscoll, Maalik Stark, Kasey Nicholson, and Matt Joseph. event details

Lettice and Lovage
Sat 7/18 · 7:30 PM · Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill · $15-$25
Peter Shaffer's comedy continues — see Friday's listing for full details. event details

Wormleysburg's First Annual Movie Night in the Park: Retro Rewind (Goonies Night)
Sat 7/18 · 8 PM · Redding Park, Wormleysburg · Free
A free outdoor screening of The Goonies with popcorn and drinks provided; BYO chair. (Postponed from June 27 due to weather.) Check the Wormleysburg Facebook page for updates.

Crafting for a Cure
Sun 7/19 · 11 AM–2 PM · 1 E Main St, Mechanicsburg · Free
A crafting day supporting Let Hope Grow, a nonprofit focused on enhancing resources and care options. event details

2026 Ice Cream Social
Sun 7/19 · 12–4 PM · Three Dog Bakery - Mechanicsburg, Mechanicsburg · $7/Pup Sundae (free ice cream for humans)
A National Ice Cream Day celebration — build your dog an ice cream sundae to enjoy in-store or take home; free ice cream for human shoppers too. event details

New Cumberland Free Swap
Sun 7/19 · 12–2 PM · New Cumberland Legion, New Cumberland · Free
A mutual-aid swap hosted by Harrisburg Free Store — bring usable items to give away and take what you need; no money, no barter. event details

Peach Weekend at Gruver Farms
Sun 7/19 · 12–5 PM · 255 Stetler Rd., New Cumberland · Free to attend
Peach Weekend continues — see Saturday's listing for full details. event details

Free Community Day - 10 Years & Counting!
Sun 7/19 · 12–4 PM · GET Smok'd BBQ, Camp Hill · Free
A 10th-anniversary celebration with a day of free family fun — games, face painting, a dunk tank, cornhole, and free food. event details

Lettice and Lovage (Sunday Matinee)
Sun 7/19 · 2 PM · Oyster Mill Playhouse, Camp Hill · $15-$25
The Sunday matinee of Peter Shaffer's comedy — see Friday's listing for full details. event details

Shippensburg Big Band (Shine Only)
Sun 7/19 · 3–4 PM · Historic Peace Church, Camp Hill / Mechanicsburg · Free
Friends of Peace Church presents its free summer concert series with an outdoor big-band performance; the historic church is also open for visitors to explore. Donations gratefully accepted. Shine-only — no rain date. event details

GHCB at Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village
Sun 7/19 · 6:30–7:30 PM · Messiah Lifeways, Mechanicsburg · Free
A concert of American music and marches by the Greater Harrisburg Concert Band, held in the Messiah Village Chapel. event details

Puzzle Party - Christmas in July
Mon 7/20 · 1:30–8:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · All Ages
A drop-in holiday-themed puzzle party with group puzzles, a kids' holiday puzzle, seasonal treats, and decor. event details

World Explorers
Mon 7/20 · 6–7 PM · Fredricksen Library - Masland Board Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A monthly program exploring a different country's culture through reading, activities, snacks, and discussion; July's focus is the Philippines. event details

Singing Bowls and Soothing Sunset Sounds
Mon 7/20 · 7:15–8:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Courtyard, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
A sound-bath session led by certified sound therapist James Lamar, with quartz crystal singing bowls as the sun sets over the library grounds. event details

TUESDAY Summer reading fun on the farm!
Tue 7/21 · 9 AM–8 PM · Paulus Farm Market, Mechanicsburg · Free for kids 12 & under reading to animals; $7.50 ages 13-Adult
Kids 12 and under get free FarmPark admission if they bring a book and read to the farm animals; an adult must accompany. event details

Summer Reading Program Special Event: A Magical Bubble Adventure!
Tue 7/21 · 10:30–11:30 AM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
River Barry returns with the interactive bubble-science performance for Fredricksen's summer reading program; families welcome, no registration required. event details

Treat Tuesdays
Tue 7/21 · 11:30 AM–1 PM · Winding Hill Park North & Friendship Park, Mechanicsburg · Free admission
A weekly summer treat stop in Upper Allen Township with rotating food trucks — frozen favorites from Sarah's Creamery and Kona Ice. event details

LEGO STEM Lab: Animation
Tue 7/21 · 2–3:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Ruggaber Community Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
Tweens and teens make LEGO animated short films; registration required, opening one month prior. event details

Kids Cooking Class: Backyard Fruit Bugs
Tue 7/21 · 3–4 PM · New Cumberland Public Library - Children's Program Room, New Cumberland · Free · Ages 06-11 / Grades K-5
A guest instructor from Pampered Chef teaches kids to make "backyard fruit bugs," a summertime treat. event details

Live Children's Music ft. Adrian Paskey & Andrew Vensel!
Tue 7/21 · 6:30–7:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Commissioners Room, Enola · Free · All Ages
A high-energy acoustic sing-along featuring hits from the Laurie Berkner Band songbook; children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. event details

Death Cafe
Tue 7/21 · 6:30–8:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Small Meeting Room, Camp Hill · Free · Ages 19 and up / Adults
An informal, safe gathering to talk openly about death, dying, and grief over light refreshments. event details

Ridiculous Nicholas Super Science Show
Wed 7/22 · 10:30–11:30 AM · Simpson Public Library - LBSC Conference Room, Mechanicsburg · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
An action-packed comedy variety show using circus tricks and audience participation to make science fun. event details

Teen Crafternoon: Bedazzled Books
Wed 7/22 · 2–3:30 PM · Fredricksen Library - Kunkel Creation Station (KCS), Camp Hill · Free · Ages 12-18 / Grades 6-12
A monthly teen craft session — July's project is bedazzled books; registration required, opening one month before. event details

America 250 Learning Series
Wed 7/22 · 3–4 PM · New Cumberland Public Library, New Cumberland · Free admission
A summer-long series celebrating the country's 250th birthday through books and activities on national parks, music, landmarks, cars, food, inventions, and history; best suited for ages 6-12. event details

Wheel Food Wednesday
Wed 7/22 · 4–7 PM · Adams-Ricci East, Enola · Free
A rotating lineup of food trucks at the park, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. event details

Drop-In STEM Play
Wed 7/22 · 4:30–7:30 PM · East Pennsboro Branch Library - Main Area, Enola · Free · All Ages
A drop-in STEM kit exploration session; all supplies provided, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. event details

A few of this week's picks are a short drive outside the area but worth the trip:

2nd Annual Zach Peiffer Memorial Car & Truck Show
Sat 7/18 · 11 AM–4 PM · Fishing Creek Salem United Methodist Church, Etters · $10 vehicle registration / spectators free
A memorial car and truck show open to all vehicles including motorcycles, hosted by 717 Outlaws in memory of Zach Peiffer; food trucks, a DJ, and raffles, with proceeds benefiting the Zach Peiffer Legacy of Kindness Foundation. event details

Long's Park Summer Music Series — Act TBA
Sun 7/19 · Gates 6:30 PM, music 7:30 PM · Long's Park Amphitheater, Lancaster · Free
A free outdoor concert in Long's Park's Sunday series; the act for this date hasn't been announced yet. event details

Shippensburg Community Fair
July 20–25 · Shippensburg Fairgrounds, Shippensburg · Price not listed
An annual community fair with non-profit food stands, livestock displays, and evening stage entertainment.

2026 Firefighters' Carnival
July 20–25 · Pleasant Hill Volunteer Fire Company, Hanover · Free Admission
An annual carnival with food, games, and rides from Russ Amusements, plus nightly entertainment — Borderline (country) on the 20th, Summit Hill (bluegrass) on the 21st, and Bootleg (classic rock/variety) on the 22nd, continuing through the 25th. event details

Here's where to find fresh local produce this week:

West Shore Farmers Market — 900 Market St., Lemoyne · Tuesday 8am–3pm, Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–2pm. Indoor, year-round. 50+ vendors under one roof — fresh meats, produce, cheeses, baked goods and prepared lunches. westshorefarmersmarket.com

Market on Market — Trinity Lutheran Church parking lot, 2000 Chestnut St., Camp Hill · Tuesdays 3–7pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs May 5 through November 24 (hours shift to 3–6pm starting November 3). camphillborough.com

Mechanicsburg Friday Market — 300 E. Simpson St., Mechanicsburg · Fridays 4–6pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs early May through the end of October. Fruits, veggies, flowers, plants and crafts from local growers and makers. (Couldn't find a working link — try searching "Mechanicsburg Friday Market" on Facebook.)

New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th — 4th & Bridge Streets, New Cumberland · Saturdays 9am–2pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs May through October. Seasonal produce, prepared foods, baked goods, plants, flowers and artisan goods. (Couldn't find a working link — try searching "New Cumberland Farmers Market on 4th" on Facebook.)

Adams-Ricci Farmers Market — Adams-Ricci Community Park, 100 E. Penn Drive, Enola · Thursdays 3–7pm. Outdoor, seasonal — runs May 15 through October 23. Local produce, pasture-raised meats, baked goods, prepared foods and crafts. adamsriccifarmersmarket.com

Trinity Farmers Market — New Cumberland · Thursdays 4–7pm, July and August only. New this year — produce, baked goods, handmade items, local artisans, specialty foods and nonprofits. Trinity Farmers Market on Facebook

Have an event coming up that should be on our radar? Reply to this email and let us know - or submit an event via this form!

See you out there! —Dana

About the Editor: Dana is a longtime Lower Allen Township resident, local business owner, and community advocate. She enjoys hitting up local live music, food trucks, and all the West Shore has to offer with her husband, Matt.