Welcome to LoveCarlisle.com, your all-inclusive portal to the unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy that makes Downtown Carlisle the town to love. The Downtown Carlisle Association has been fostering  civic, cultural, and economic vitality for the entire community, making us one of the longest-running Main Street programs in the Commonwealth. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong local, we invite you to explore our modern art district, antique showrooms, diverse culinary offerings, and distinctive shopping outlets. Carlisle is more than just a small town; it's a community woven together by friendly and passionate residents who live, work, and play in this special corner of Pennsylvania. 

Events

7

June 7th

Ford Parade, Park & Party!

Downtown Carlisle Association  @ Downtown Carlisle

The Downtown Carlisle Association and Carlisle Events invite you to the 2025 Ford Parade, Park &...more

23

August 23rd

2025 Corvette Parade, Park & Party!

Downtown Carlisle Association & Carlisle Events  @ Downtown Carlisle

The Downtown Carlisle Association and Carlisle Events invite you to the 2025 CORVETTE PARADE, PARK...more

Downtown Carlisle Association
Established 1981

Our Mission: The Downtown Carlisle Association focuses on revitalization, beautification, and historic preservation. Our primary mission is to increase tourism and economic development in the C1 District, the downtown area of the Carlisle Borough. With oversight from a volunteer board of directors, organization liaisons, dedicated volunteers, and borough leadership, the DCA provides a variety of programs, and hosts signature events that are dedicated to enhancing the vitality of the entire community. As one of most established accredited Main Street programs in the Commonwealth, we work to ensure that Carlisle remains a wonderful place to live, work, stay, play & invest.

Donate

Recent Posts

News - Shopping - Community

Find something that Mom Loves in Downtown Carlisle!

Find something that MOM will Love in Downtown Carlisle this Mother’s Day!  This list is being updated with more experiences and perfect gifts for mom daily! Please keep checking back for more for mom every day leading up to Mother’s Day. If you are a downtown business and you have the perfect gift for mom, let us know by emailing Phil at [email protected] so he can add it here. Birch & Iris (5 N Hanover Street) Bring Mom or your besties out for this super fun event! Mo-tique will...read more
News - Community

HIGH STREET MURAL REVITALIZATION UNDERWAY!

  The Downtown Carlisle Association has secured funding to update the iconic mural on W High Street in downtown. Due to the deterioration of the wall and current condition of the painting, a REIMAGINING done by the original artist, Wayne Fettro, will feature the same historic figures of the old mural, but will be printed on a more durable, alumi-graphic material. The new installation will take place in early...read more
News - Shopping - Community

The Downtown Carlisle Bunny Hop is Saturday, April 12th!

Downtown Bunny Hop Saturday, April 12 from 12-3pm    CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2025 BUNNY HOP MAP HERE! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE BUNNY HOP PARTICIPANT LIST!   Participating downtown Carlisle merchants will be offering treats, games, photo ops and other fun activities for children 12 and under.    There will be a special appearance by the Easter Bunny located on the Square by the Old Courthouse during the event!  Maps will be available to download above and...read more