Events List
2024 Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament – registration required
Grand Canyon Snowmobile Club 4814 Route 6, WellsboroWeek of Events
CONTEMPORARY BLACKSMITH AND PRIMITIVE PAINTER EXHIBIT
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is very pleased to announce a new Main Gallery exhibit for May featuring husband and wife artists Anthony and Lisa Arkus. Anthony is a contemporary blacksmith and Lisa paints in a quirky primitive style. Locals and visitors may have seen the Arkus’ work at the Laurel Festival or other…
SURREAL SPACES EXHIBIT
The Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center is thrilled to announce a new Main Gallery exhibit for May “Surreal Spaces” paintings by Anna Lee Hafer. This is Anna Lee’s first exhibit at the Gmeiner, and we are thrilled to introduce her to a new audience. This exhibit open with a free reception for the public on…
2024 Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament – registration required
The PA Grand Canyon Snowmobile Club is proud to host the Upper Pine Creek Trout Tournament, with specially tagged trout stocked in the creek for the tournament. We provide tournament participants who catch a tagged fish prizes of cash, gift certificates, and services from local businesses, with each prize providing a minimum $50 value, and with many of…
Blossburg Coal Festival
Join us for the 32nd Annual Blossburg State Coal Festival Friday May 24 and Saturday May 25th of Memorial Day Weekend 2024. We have an exciting event lined up this year with the introduction of a 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Car Show, Fireworks, Mining History, Music, Games, Inflatables, Little League Games and more.
Pine Creek Jon Regaaaatta
Pine Creek Jon Regaaaatta
Join us on Sunday, May 19th to #GoGreyInMay for the 4th annual Pine Creek Jon Regaaaatta! Enjoy a beautiful paddle on upper Pine Creek followed by an after-party with some great raffle prizes, music from Distracted Kin, delicious beers from Bluestone Brewing Company, and wood-fired pizzas from Fiammata Pizza! As always, proceeds from the event…
The Plight of the Pine Tree
The Plight of the Pine Tree
What is happening to our pine trees? Join TCWOA as Marshall Hamilton, Service Forester, PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry, talks about the Plight of the Pine Tree in a walkabout presentation. We will be meeting at The Lodge which is surrounded by stands of various species of pine tree for an in-depth look at what…
Hamilton-Gibson Choirs’ Spring Concert
Hamilton-Gibson Choirs’ Spring Concert
The CHOIR TOO (2nd through 4th grade singers) and the TREBLE CHOIR (5th through 8th grade singers) will present their Spring Concert on Sunday, May 19th at the First Presbyterian Church in Wellsboro at 2:30pm. The Treble Choir will be just returning from their spring tour to Maryland, where they are set to explore much…
Spring Foxtrot Lessons
Spring Foxtrot Lessons
Come and have some fun learning how to do the FOXTROT. Lessons will be given at the Deane Center Lobby on Mondays from April 22nd to May 20th between 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Dances are the most fun way to get activity without it ever feeling like exercise. To register or for questions please…
Wellsboro Growers Market
Wellsboro Growers Market
Come and Support Local Vendors at the 2024 Growers Market! Held each Thursday from May-October on the lawn of First Presbyterian Church Wellsboro from 2pm-5pm!
Campground Movie: Charlie & the Curious Otters
Campground Movie: Charlie & the Curious Otters
Bring the family to the Campground amphitheater and join a park educator for a Friday night showing of the PBS Nature special “Charlie & the Curious Otters”
Frog/Toad Call Bingo
Frog/Toad Call Bingo
Did you know we have 14 frog & 3 toad species in the state? Do you know what they all sound like? Come on out to the amphitheater to discover unique ways to remember your calls. For example, one frog call even sounds like sleigh bells. Afterwards, we’ll test what you learned with a fun…
Nature at Night
Nature at Night
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as we do at Cherry Springs. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls, bats, black bears and more! Registration is not required for Nature at Night…
Astronomy & the Night Sky
Astronomy & the Night Sky
When was the last time you looked up at the stars? Did you know, that when you're looking up, you're actually looking into the past? Come on out to the pet campground playground area & join park staff to learn a little bit about the night sky, what seasonal constellations appear, & some myths & legends associated…
Germania Fire Department Ride In Breakfast
Germania Fire Department Ride In Breakfast
Come and enjoy breakfast with the whole family. Breakfast is served as Made To Order. Feel free to ride your 4x4's and SxS's to the Firemen's Park. Firemen's Park is located at 36 Park Hill Rd. Galeton, PA 16922. We can't wait to see everyone on the hill.
Saturday Morning Birding Series
Saturday Morning Birding Series
Saturday Morning Birding Walks at Hills Creek State Park begin on Saturdays in April and May All 8:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. Meet at the Hills Creek State Park Office prior to 8am and leave promptly. Usually attendees drive to a nearby starting location in the park. Members of the Tiadaghton Audubon Society will lead…
Cross Fork Fishing Derby
Cross Fork Fishing Derby
A Memorial Day Weekend tradition will continue on Saturday, May 25, in the village of Cross Fork. The Kids' Fishing Derby, a project of the Cross Fork Sportsmen, has filled the banks along Kettle Creek by the bridge in the middle of town with smiling children since 1970. Upwards of 200 young anglers usually attend…
Kayak Nature Tour
Kayak Nature Tour
Take a relaxing paddle out on the lake in search of wildlife and peaceful morning recreation! Borrow the park’s kayaks and equipment or bring your own. Open to participants age 10 to adult. Group size is limited. Pre-registration is required.
Kayaking on Lyman Lake
Kayaking on Lyman Lake
Have fun out on the water as you start your summer! Join us for a relaxing paddle around the lake. Search for wildlife, explore the shore, and learn about the history of the park. Use our kayaks, or bring your own**. Pre-registration is required to ensure enough boats for everyone and to relay weather-related program changes.…
Jammin’ Up the Crick
Jammin’ Up the Crick
Join us for the Clark McLane Band with Wyatt Bowman featuring Bubby and Swales. The Clark McLane Band are an engaging quartet that can play to any room with a Martin and a couple of Fenders, some drums and a few mics. They play songs out of time, unrefined, urgent & sincere, songs that wouldn't…
Ride the Rail Trail
Ride the Rail Trail
Enjoy a guided ride through the park on the Lowlands Trail. Bring your own bike or check out one of the park’s loaner bikes. A park educator will lead the trip. Pre-Registration is Required if you plan to use one of the park's bikes.
Art in the Park: Possum Edition
Art in the Park: Possum Edition
When you think about possums, what's the first thing you think about? Maybe playing dead or having a pouch. Meeting location will be at the amphitheater as we learn about & draw this cool critter step by step!
Elementary Entomology: Praying Mantis Edition
Elementary Entomology: Praying Mantis Edition
Did you know that a praying mantis can turn its head 180 degrees? They are also amazing at blending in to their habitat. Join the park educator at the amphitheater to learn about this interesting insect.
Nature at Night
Nature at Night
Coming to a Night Sky Program, but arriving early? Join park staff for a family friendly Nature at Night Program! These programs feature fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as we do at Cherry Springs. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls, bats, black bears and more! Registration is not required for Nature at Night…
Stone Eater at The Coal Festival
Stone Eater at The Coal Festival
Come out to listen and dance to one of the area's top Classic Rock Bands, Stone Eater. They will be at the Coal Festival jammin' to all your favorites. You don't want to miss it!