# History events in Harrisburg, Today and Upcoming History events in Harrisburg

- **Subtitle**: All History events in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Harrisburg like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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All History events in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Harrisburg like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Harrisburg

- **Event Name**: 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour
  - **Description**: The 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour on Sunday, December 13th from 1:00pm - 6:00pm will showcase extraordinary Harrisburg residences.About this EventThe 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour
  - **Date**: Sun Dec 13 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Dec 13 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/53rd-annual-candlelight-house-tour/100001980995310300
  - **Venue**: Historic Harrisburg Association
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 34
  - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts
- **Event Name**: Spirits of '76: A Revolutionary Whiskey Tasting with John Harris, Jr.
  - **Description**: Join us for a festive evening of whiskey and spirits tasting with John Harris, Jr. at the John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion!  Discover the rich flavors and stories behind revolutionary-era spirits.  There will also be light hor d'oevres and snacks.  Ticke
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/spirits-of-76-a-revolutionary-whiskey-tasting-with-john-harris-jr/200029916160919
  - **Venue**: 219 South Front St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17104
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- **Event Name**: Landmark Walking Tour: Landmarks of the Capitol Complex
  - **Description**: Historic Harrisburg will be conducting a walking tour of amazing architecture, artworks, and monuments surrounding the Capitol Complex.About this EventJoin David Morrison on this outdoor exploration of the amazing archite
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 12:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/landmark-walking-tour-landmarks-of-the-capitol-complex/10000596977745507
  - **Venue**: Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex
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  - **Price**: USD 18 to 23
- **Event Name**: Independence Day at the Mansion
  - **Description**: Friday, July 4th, 10am - 1pm
 
The Historical Society of Dauphin County will present the 16th annual public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Friday, July 4th, from the porch of the John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion.  The Declaration will be r
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 7
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 04 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jul 04 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/independence-day-at-the-mansion/200029946472926
  - **Venue**: John Harris  Simon Cameron Mansion
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  - **Categories**: fourth-of-july, food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Forgotten Patriot: The Story of Ned Hector as told by Noah Lewis
  - **Description**: This lecture will uncover the story of Edward "Ned" Hector.  

Edward "Ned" Hector was a free Black man who served as a bombardier and teamster in the Continental Army.  He fought in the Battle of Brandywine as part of Proctor's 3rd Pennsylvania Artillery
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 22
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/forgotten-patriot-the-story-of-ned-hector-as-told-by-noah-lewis/200029818300609
  - **Venue**: 219 South Front St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17104
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- **Event Name**: Spotlight on South Dakota Group Tour
  - **Description**: 📍Departs from Harrisburg

Discover the spirit of the American West and come to know the legends of the past. Discover the stories of the Lakota and Sioux through a Native American chronicler and a visit to a Oglala Lakota Living History Village. See Crazy
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 14
  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 06:00 am – Thu May 21 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/spotlight-on-south-dakota-group-tour/200029379191809
  - **Venue**: Harrisburg, PA
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Preservation Celebration: "A Toast to the Alexanders!"
  - **Description**: Each May(National Historic Preservation Month), HHA celebrates the role that historic preservation has played in revitalizing Harrisburg.About this EventThe Historic Harrisburg Association is pleased to honor the Alexande
  - **Date**: Thu May 14 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu May 14 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/2026-preservation-celebration-a-toast-to-the-alexanders/100001980994670386
  - **Venue**: Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
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  - **Price**: USD 82 to 642
- **Event Name**: Harrisburg Cemetery Tree Tour
  - **Description**: Come join the Dauphin County Master Gardeners as they host a tree tour at Harrisburg Cemetery. Come enjoy the spring colors!

Event is free.
Parking on grounds.
Rain or Shine
We recommend comfortable walking shoes as the ground and pathways are uneven.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 3
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/harrisburg-cemetery-tree-tour/200029972558124
  - **Venue**: 521 N. 13th St., Harrisburg, PA
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- **Event Name**: Forgotten Patriot: The Story of Ned Hector, Black Revolutionary War Hero
  - **Description**: Black Americans played a critical role in our country's fight for independence. Learn more about one such patriot: Ned Hector.About this EventJoin us for a very special event honoring a forgotten patriot. Noah Lewis bring
  - **Date**: Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat May 09 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/forgotten-patriot-the-story-of-ned-hector-black-revolutionary-war-hero/100001985145980065
  - **Venue**: Historic John Harris - Simon Cameron Mansion
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Mid-Atlantic Air Museum & WWll Weekend
  - **Description**: Ride Leader:  Mark Renshaw It's like the Renaissance Fair, but in WWII times.  We take a scenic route to Reading that will avoid sitting in the city traffic.  Also enjoy free premium parking with a separate lot for motorcycles.  Tickets are $45.00/adult.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/mid-atlantic-air-museum-and-wwll-weekend/200029856383233
  - **Venue**: Susquehanna Valley Harley-Davidson
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- **Event Name**: New Materials for Old Homes: A Guide for Harrisburg
  - **Description**: Presented by the Historic Preservation Specialist for the City of Harrisburg, Ericka Kauffman. This discussion will cover what materials are considered appropriate replacements in historic homes and provide an overview of the permitting process within the
  - **Date**: Mon Apr 27 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrisburg/new-materials-for-old-homes-a-guide-for-harrisburg/200029892946113
  - **Venue**: 1230 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17102
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## Trending Events in Harrisburg

- **Event Name**: Harrisburg Artsfest 2026
  - **Description**: Join the City of Harrisburg for the 58th annual Artsfest! This 3-day celebration of the arts will feature over 160 juried artisans and craftsmen from across the country selling handcrafted works in sixteen different categories, including ceramics, digital
  - **Venue**: Riverfront Park (Harrisburg)
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- **Event Name**: Rainbow Kitten Surprise at Riverfront Park - Harrisburg
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Rainbow Kitten Surprise at Riverfront Park - Harrisburg, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Riverfront Park - Harrisburg in the heart of Harrisburg,
  - **Venue**: Riverfront Park - Harrisburg
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- **Event Name**: PA Flavor 2026
  - **Description**: SAVE THE DATE! PA Flavor—the ultimate food & beer pairing event—returns to the PA Farm Show Complex on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Tickets are on sale now at: www.paflavor.com
  - **Venue**: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center
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- **Event Name**: Soulja Boy
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Soulja Boy, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Capital City Music Hall in vibrant Harrisburg, PA, this event pr
  - **Venue**: Capital City Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Soulja Boy at Capital City Music Hall
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Soulja Boy at Capital City Music Hall, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in Capital City Music Hall nestled in bustling Harrisburg, P
  - **Venue**: Capital City Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Paul Oakenfold and The Crystal Method at XL Live - Harrisburg
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Paul Oakenfold and The Crystal Method at XL Live - Harrisburg, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at XL Live - Harrisburg in dynamic Harrisburg, PA
  - **Venue**: XL Live - Harrisburg
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- **Event Name**: Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning FNB Field in vibrant Harrisburg, PA transf
  - **Venue**: FNB Field
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- **Event Name**: FIRE EXPO 2026
  - **Description**: We are excited to announce the Lancaster County Firemen’s Association 54th Annual FIRE EXPO will be on May 15 & 16, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center in Harrisburg, PA!

Tickets go on sale in February and may be purchased o
  - **Venue**: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center
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- **Event Name**: Mecum Auctions // Harrisburg 2026
  - **Description**: Mecum Auctions, the world’s largest collector car auction company, returns to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, this July 22-25, 2026.

An estimated 1,200 classic and collector vehicles are expected to cross the auction block with available amenities from financi
  - **Venue**: Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** 53rd Annual Candlelight House Tour (Sun Dec 13 2026 at 01:00 pm at Historic Harrisburg Association), Spirits of '76: A Revolutionary Whiskey Tasting with John Harris, Jr. (Sat Jun 20 2026 at 06:00 pm at 219 South Front St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17104), Landmark Walking Tour: Landmarks of the Capitol Complex (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex), Independence Day at the Mansion (Sat Jul 04 2026 at 10:00 am at John Harris  Simon Cameron Mansion), Forgotten Patriot: The Story of Ned Hector as told by Noah Lewis (Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm at 219 South Front St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17104).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** Forgotten Patriot: The Story of Ned Hector, Black Revolutionary War Hero (Sat May 09 2026 at 02:00 pm at Historic John Harris - Simon Cameron Mansion).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Harrisburg today April 25, 2026?
  - **A:** Harrisburg Cemetery Tree Tour (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 521 N. 13th St., Harrisburg, PA).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Harrisburg this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** Harrisburg Cemetery Tree Tour (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 521 N. 13th St., Harrisburg, PA).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Harrisburg in April 2026?
  - **A:** Harrisburg Cemetery Tree Tour (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am at 521 N. 13th St., Harrisburg, PA), New Materials for Old Homes: A Guide for Harrisburg (Mon Apr 27 2026 at 06:00 pm at 1230 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17102).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Harrisburg on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Harrisburg include Historic Harrisburg Association, 219 South Front St, Harrisburg, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 17104, Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Harrisburg range from USD 18 to USD 642. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Harrisburg include Historic Harrisburg Association, Historical Society of Dauphin County, Lowee's Group Tours, LLC.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Harrisburg?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Harrisburg.

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