Fall Oyster Festival
2026-10-18 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Colonial Complex, 157 W. Market St., York, PA, 17401, United States
Crisp autumn air, vibrant colors, live music, amazing food, and fun for the whole family: The Fall Oyster Festival is back, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever. Join us in the heart of historic downtown York for a perfect fall Sunday you won’t want to miss.
There’s no better way to celebrate the season than spending a Sunday afternoon outside surrounded by the beauty of a York autumn. The Colonial Complex provides a stunning historic backdrop for a day filled with great energy, warm flavors and community connection.
Whether you’re strolling with the kids, exploring with friends or making it a date day, the Fall Oyster Festival has everything you need for an unforgettable fall outing. Never tried an oyster before? This is your chance. Or sample some of our land-locked fare. Whatever you prefer, we have you covered!
Admission is free; food and beverages are pay as you go.

Spooky Walking Tour
2026-10-30 18:00 - 19:30 | York County History Center Museum, 121 North Pershing Ave., York, PA, 17401, United States
Hear the legends of the Cannibal King, the Wildman, and much more as you walk along the spooky streets of Downtown York.
Tours will kick off from the History Center Museum. We suggest to order your tickets ahead of time as this allows us prepare the group. You can purchase tickets at the button above.
All York walking tours will start and end at the History Center museum and will last 60-90 minutes. Tours are recommended for ages 12 and older.

Articles of Confederation Day
2026-11-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Colonial Complex, 157 W. Market St., York, PA, 17401, United States
This year kicks off 250th anniversary celebrations throughout the United States. Join us in November to continue the year of celebrations as we highlight the Articles of Confederation, one of America’s first founding documents. The event will take place on November 14, 2026 from 10 am until 3 pm. We are welcoming in a range of historic tradespeople, reenactors, musicians, and more. Check back this summer for more details about our event this Fall.
