July 8, 2025
Summer in Gettysburg: 7 Can’t-Miss Local Experiences
Summer in Gettysburg is an invitation to mix history, outdoor fun, and seasonal treats—with Hotel Gettysburg as your ideal home base. Here’s what to explore this season:
1. Stroll Through Gettysburg National Military Park
Feel the summer breeze as you walk tree‑lined trails and discover hidden monuments across the battlefield. Bring comfy shoes (no jackets needed—even in the evening) for immersive ends to your day with a sunset stroll.
2. Live Reenactments & Encampments
Catch weekend living‑history scenes where Civil War soldiers camp, drill, and interact—an interactive way to step back into July 1863.
3. Outdoor Dining & Pour‑Tour Tastings
Summer is the season for sipping and savoring under the sun. Adams County is full of craft breweries, cideries, and wineries that offer outdoor tastings and live music, all part of the popular Adams County Pour Tour. But you don’t have to go far to enjoy local flavor—One Lincoln, right inside Hotel Gettysburg, serves up seasonal dishes and refreshing cocktails with a front-row seat to the energy of Lincoln Square. Grab a table on the patio and enjoy the perfect blend of sunshine, flavor, and small-town charm.
4. Adams County Crop Hop: Pick‑Your‑Own Fun
Visit seasonal farms to pick your own cherries, blueberries, and strawberries. It’s a wholesome, sun‑filled way to connect with local flavors.
5. Scenic Tours: Horse & Segway
See the rolling countryside and battlefield on horseback or gliding by Segway. Both are family‑friendly ways to take in Gettysburg’s grassy hills and shaded paths.
6. Outdoor Adventures & Nature Trails
When you need a break from history, explore beautiful trails at Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Caledonia State Park, or Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve. Hike, bike, picnic, and more!
7. Music, Festivals & Family‑Friendly Events
Summer evenings come alive with live music. Don’t miss festivals like the Blueberry Festival, on‑the‑greens yoga, or cinema under the stars.
After a full day of exploring all that Gettysburg has to offer, from historic landmarks and scenic trails to fresh-picked fruit and patio dining, Hotel Gettysburg welcomes you back with comfort, charm, and a front-row seat to the heart of town. Located right on Lincoln Square, our hotel puts you steps from the action while offering a quiet retreat when you’re ready to unwind. Relax in thoughtfully appointed guest rooms, enjoy a seasonal cocktail at One Lincoln, or simply take in the views from the patio as the sun sets over the square. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a family adventure, or a summer celebration, Hotel Gettysburg is your ideal home base for making the most of the season.
