Step into a scene that feels lifted straight from a holiday movie: twinkling lights wrapped around historic buildings, music drifting from local restaurants, and a towering Christmas tree shining at the heart of Lincoln Square. Here, the holidays bring a joyful burst before winter quiets the town, when residents and visitors come together for carriage rides, candlelight tours, and evenings filled with music, laughter, and community spirit.
What makes Gettysburg special is how it balancesthen and now, where you can wander through an 1863 Christmas experience one moment, and warm up with a glass of wine or a local brew the next. It’s a place that surprises you with how much there is to do, and how good it feels to slow down long enough to take it all in.
Looking for festive things to do in Gettysburg this holiday season? From candlelight tours and carriage rides to our beloved Christmas Festival and tuba carol sing-along, the town comes alive with lights, laughter, and community spirit. Enjoy local theatre performances, live music, and markets filled with handmade treasures — there’s something magical happening around every corner.
America’s 250th honors 250 years of independence, and Gettysburg stands at the heart of that legacy. We invite you to stand on the ground where that promise was defended. Discover events, stories, and moments that shaped a nation.
Forget the idea that Gettysburg slows down after the holidays, it just gets cozier. Think craft drinks, nostalgic shops, intimate battlefield walks, and unwind in stays that support the small businesses keeping this town’s spirit alive. From January 1 through February 28, 2026, enjoy 25% off select hotels, inns, and guest houses and see this town in a whole new light.
This season, let your holiday shopping mean more. Explore 25+ local boutiques and markets, connect with the makers and neighbors who shape Gettysburg, and find gifts with real heart. You’ll collect points as you go, but the real reward is lifting up the small businesses that make our town feel like the holidays.
Every visit is a new chapter in Gettysburg’s legacy. Get an inside look at experiences and start imagining what your story here could be.
There’s more than one way to experience Gettysburg. Start exploring what you can do and discover why every visit creates lasting memories.
Whether you’re coming from Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, or New York City, Gettysburg is closer than you think. Use the interactive map to see where history, adventure, and small-town charm meet, and start planning how to make the most of every mile.
Discover the often-overlooked stories of Black Americans in and around Gettysburg. This self-guided trail explores powerful places, people, and contributions that shaped the community and the nation.
From crisp hard ciders to bold reds and hoppy IPAs, the Adams County Pour Tour is a self-guided tasting adventure for curious sippers and connoisseurs alike.
This agri-tourism trail connects you with orchards, farm stands, markets, and seasonal experiences that celebrate Adams County’s rich farming heritage.
Browse these reads full of curated itineraries and seasonal stories to spark ideas and shape your Gettysburg getaway
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