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. BAPS Motor Speedway Carnival Food Festival
May 7 – May 10
Get ready for delicious treats, games, and classic carnival fun!
📍 Where: BAPS Motor Speedway
⏰ Gates Open: 6 PM – Closing
Bring the family out to enjoy:
🍔 Tasty food trucks
🎯 Carnival games
🎉 A fun evening out for all ages
Admission to the carnival is FREE!
May 30th 2026 1:00pm
Join us in Red Lion, PA, for Suds and Songs, a lively event that combines great music, delicious brews, and a vibrant community atmosphere! This fun-filled gathering features live performances by talented musicians, a fantastic selection of craft beers and a variety of food vendors offering tasty bites.
3.Glen Rock Arts & Brew Festival
June 6, 11:00 am -5:00 pm
The Friends of Glen Rock Borough are proud to announce the 2026 Glen Rock Arts & Brew Fest will be held on Saturday, June 6 2026 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
June 12 & 13
Hours:
Friday, June 12 | 5–9 PM
Saturday, June 13 | 11 AM–9 PM
Join us in the heart of Delta, PA, for the annual York County BBQ Festival! This beloved event brings together top pitmasters, local vendors, and talented musicians for two days of delicious food and entertainment.
Get ready for a full weekend of live music featuring:
Lodi
The Point Break Band
The Juke Band
JD Sage Honky Tonk
Last Call Band
FREE admission
FREE parking
Location: 5 Pendyrus Street, Delta, PA, 17314
5.Codorus State Park: Experience Codorus Outdoors
Saturday, June 13, 2026 11am - 6pm
Sunday, June 14, 2026 11am - 5pm
RAIN or SHINE
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.
Activities include:
• Kid’s Zone
• New Parachute Launcher
• Local Bands
• Axe Throwing
• Interactive Nature Exhibits
• Outdoor Games
• Ryan the Bug Man
• Fun in the Dirt and Sand
• Camp Challenges
• Fishing
• Dunk Tank
• Obstacle Course
• Local Craft Artisans
• Food Vendors
AND SO MUCH MORE!
$15 Per Car Admission
Early Bird Special $13 PER CAR when purchased online in advance. $13 early bird pricing will end June 1, 2026.
Tickets on sale NOW and at the gate the day of the event.
No refunds or exchanges. No re-entry.
PLEASE PRINT YOUR TICKETS. (Limited cell service at the park.)
June 16-June 20
Hours:
Tuesday & Wednesday, 5 PM to 9 PM
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 5 PM to 10 PM
Come out and enjoy the fun, community, rides, games, and food. Click on the other pages to find out more about Volunteering, Food and Games, and the Sponsors who help to make our carnival a success.
Big Raffle Drawing at 10 PM Saturday
Basket Raffle Drawings at 8 PM Saturday in the gym
Click here for full details
June 20 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 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 $20 Tickets at the gate will be $25.
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.
Location:Pheasent Run Green House & Garden Center
10341 Brillhart Road,Glen Rock, PA
8. Shrewsbury Volunteer Firemen’s Annual Carnival and Parade
June 22 – June 27
The 77th annual Shrewsbury Fireman's Carnival will be held June 22-27, 2026! 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: TBA
Tuesday: TBA
Wednesday: TBA
Thursday: TBA
Friday: TBA
Saturday: TBA
Fireworks:
Friday, June 26 at 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:
Saturday, June 27 at 4pm
Along downtown Main St. in Shrewsbury.
Salute to America:
Wednesday, June 24 at 6pm
Celebrating America 250 with patriotic music and special guests.
All proceeds go directly back to the Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company!
June 26 - 28
The 36th Annual Fawn Grove Olde Tyme Days is June 26th, 27th, & 28th, 2026, and benefit the Citizens Volunteer Fire Company in Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania. This year's feature tractor is Allis Chalmers / Case & the feature gas engine is Hercules. 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! Hope to see you there!!
Admission is FREE! Parking is also FREE at Southeastern Intermediate School with a FREE shuttle to the show grounds.
Click here for the full schedule will be posted soon!
June 27 2pm-8pm at Brookside Park Dover
Ahoy, matey! Get ready to set sail on the most epic adventure of your life at Pirate Quest – at the event where the treasure is real, the fun is endless with Pirates and Mermaids 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! 
This is a go at your own pace treasure hunt with 10 Challenge checkpoints! There is help on the way though if you get lost at sea. There will be shows, sword fighting and other fun things to do.
Food at the snack shack.
Dress up as a pirate, mermaid or other sea creature!
You may get wet so be prepared !
11. New Freedom Lions Carnival
June 29 – July 4 2026
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, the 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.
Carnival Open: 6 PM – 11 PM
Music Starts: 7 PM
Entertainment and Activities Schedule:
🎤 Monday, June 29 – Kittyback
🎸 Tuesday, June 30 – Stonewood
🎶 Wednesday, July 1 – Josh Christina
🎵 Thursday, July 2 – Crossroads Connected
🎤 Friday, July 3 – Ren & Second Nature
👑 Saturday, July 4 – Joe Forrester as Elvis
🎆 Fireworks: Thursday, July 2 at 10:30 PM
(Raindate: Friday, July 10 at 10:30 PM)
“NO PETS ALLOWED ON CARNIVAL GROUNDS”
July 6-11, 2026
There's so much to experience at the Mason-Dixon Fair, including the NEW Rodeo, we can not list it all!
Please click here for a full schedule of events.
Hours:
Monday through Thursday Midway Opens Everyday 5PM- 10 PM
NO PETS ALLOWED - SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY
13. 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:July 13-18
📍 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 Elly Cookwait to see you there! Follow us on social media for updates and a full event schedule!
July 13th to July 18th 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:
July 13 Jeff Dillard
July 14 Wags & The Stragglers With Special Guest Peyton Rohrbaugh
July 15 Austin Rife
********** Fireworks @ 10pm**********
July 16 Six Whiskey Revival Band
July 17 Dave Bray USA
July 18 Six Whiskey Revival Band
Hours:
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
15. Smoke on the Rail BBQ Festival
July 25-27
Hours
Friday July 25, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday July 26, 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday July 27, 12:00PM-5:00PM
Join us for a vibrant community festival hosting the Pennsylvania State BBQ Championship. Over 80 competition teams from the Mid-Atlantic and beyond will vie for more than $24,000 in cash prizes. Winners earn a chance to compete at the annual Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue in Lynchburg, TN, and The American Royal in Kansas City, MO. While professional KCBS teams compete, attendees can enjoy free parking and event entry, food trucks, a selection of beverages including beer and adult slushies, yard games, diverse vendors, and live music on multiple stages. On Friday, there's a People’s Choice Wing Competition, and on Saturday, a People’s Choice Pork Competition.
Location: Marge Goodfellow Park, 1 Playground Alley, New Freedom, PA
Parking is FREE! Shuttle service is also available FREE of charge from the New Freedom Community Center located at 150 East Main Street, New Freedom.
16.Pleasant Hill Firefighters Carnival
July 20- 25, 2026
Join us for food, fun, games, and entertainment. Rides on site will be provided by Russ Amusements.
Entertainment Line-up: Coming soon!
17. York Fair
July 24- August 2, 2026
Click here for full details and the entertainment schedule
18. Shrewsbury Kickin' Ash Country Music Bash
The Shrewsbury Kickin' Ash Country Music Bash brings country music and the love of outdoor summer adventure together at the Shrewsbury Volunteer Fire Company. Enjoy a day with your local first responders, upcoming country artists, and an unbeatable country music fest experience - all in one unforgettable day!
Entertainment Lineup:
12pm: Clifton Bryan
1pm: Jake Mach
2pm: Southland Country
4pm: Stephanie and the Wild Hearts
6pm: Logan Chalk
7pm: Presley & Taylor
9pm: Warren Montgomery and the Derailed Gang
Tickets: (Tickets available in March)
$50.00 - In advance
$60.00 - At the door (if available)
(only 1,500 tickets available)
Website: https://shrewsburyfire.com/shrewsbury-kickin-ash-country.../
Parking Pass:
$10.00 (limited parking on the ground)
-Handicap parking available
-Satellite parking at Shrewsbury Assembly with shuttle service.
Fire Company Cookshack:
Pit Beef, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chicken Tenders, French Fries, Mozzarella Sticks
Soda Stand
Beer Trailor
Wellspan Fan Zone (featuring merch from artists and event)
Wellspan Fan Zone (meet and greet opportunities available)
2026 info coming soon!
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!
2026 Dates coming soon
2026 Dallastown Carnival will feature 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
2026 info coming soon!
22. Dover Fire Co Carnival
September 3rd - 7th
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
