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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. 

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August 29th

2026 Corvette Parade, Park & Party!

Downtown Carlisle Association & Carlisle Events  @ Downtown Carlisle

The Downtown Carlisle Association and Carlisle Events invite you to the 2026 CORVETTE PARADE, PARK...more
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October 24th

Spooky Saturday

Downtown Carlisle Association  @ Downtown Carlisle

Spooky Saturday is our trick or treat event for kids 12 and under with our downtown Carlisle...more
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November 14th

Holiday Open House

@ Downtown Carlisle

We're kicking off the shopping season in downtown Carlisle with the annual Holiday Open House......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.

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News - Community

Footsteps of our Founders - June 14 - July 4

Take a step back in time as you walk through our beautiful downtown to explore and discover the rich history rooted in this community. We are excited to announce that the Downtown Carlisle Association has received a grant from the America250PA to celebrate the history of our Founders.  We will be placing artwork of historical figures that had an impact in Carlisle on downtown storefronts. There will a QR code in the shape of a footprint at each location for you to scan to hear the narrated story of their...read more
News - Community

Celebrate 30 years of the downtown Hanging Baskets with a FREE Ice Cream Social!

You're Invited to Join the Celebration! The Rotary Club of Carlisle is celebrating 30 years of hanging baskets in our beautiful, historic downtown. You're invited to join us for an Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 28th from 4:30-6pm in Veteran's Memorial Courtyard, on the Town Square. This FREE event is sponsored by the GB Stuart Charitable Foundation, the Downtown Carlisle Association, and the Rotary Club of Carlisle: ~ Live music from the Ridgeway Brass Quintet ~ A special proclamation from...read more
News - Shopping - Community

The 2025 Ford Parade, Park & Party comes downtown on Saturday, June 6th!

The Downtown Carlisle Association and Carlisle Events invite you to the 2026 Ford Parade Park & Party on Saturday, June 6th. The parade route follows Pitt Street, leaving from the Expo Center at 6:45pm to come to downtown. Cars will then be parked along Hanover & High Streets. Don't miss nearly 400 makes and models of Ford cars, trucks & SUVS from all across the country on display throughout the streets of downtown Carlisle. Enjoy a free concert on the Square from 7-9pm with THE COLT WILBUR...read more