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Peep Show Happenings around town!
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 by Phil George

Categories: Community / News / Shopping

The Downtown Peep Show is happening March 20 – April 5 throughout Downtown Carlisle. Below, you’ll find a list of entertainment, food & drinks and shopping that’s happening during the Peep Show. We hope you’ll take a peep and see what’s new this spring in downtown.

Cumberland County Historical Society (21 N Pitt St): Come and take a peep at two new rotating exhibits for America 250 – Well Actually… and Protest & Resistance are now on view! Discover surprising truths, challenge common myths, and explore the stories of those who spoke out. Open: Tuesday – Friday: 10am-4pm & Saturdays: 10am-2pm.

Wednesday, March 25 at 6:15pm

Yoga with Cats

Round-A-Bout Bagels – The Carlisle Cat Cafe (150 N Hanover St)

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Thursday, March 26 – Saturday, April 18

Carlisle Arts Learning Center (38 W Pomfret St): A Celebration of Student Art opening March 26 from 4:30-6pm. Show on display through April 18, 2026. It’s time for CALC”s annual exhibition of art created by the students of Carlisle Area School District grades K-12. Come see our kids’ creativity on display. Works by students grades K-12 will be featured in our first floor G.B. Stuart Gallery while works by graduating seniors in art honors classes will be featured in our upper gallery. Don’t miss this inspiring display!

Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28

Create-A-Palooza (11 E High St): $10 Paint-A-Peep happening Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28! Bring your peeps and paint peeps together!

Friday, March 27 at 6:15pm

1920’s Murder Mystery

Round-A-Bout Bagels – The Carlisle Cat Cafe (150 N Hanover St)

CLICK HERE for tickets!

Friday, March 27 at 8pm

Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience
Carlisle Theatre

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Friday, March 27 from 8-11pm

Back Porch Brewing (133 N Hanover St) DJ Caraby is back. He'll be spinning all the great dance tunes you all love. Come join us for a great night of fun.

Saturday, March 28^th at 3:30pm

Gather Your Party Games Saturday, March 28 at 3:30PM: Come out and participate in the How Many Peeps You Can Stuff in Your Mouth Contest for a chance to win the Top Peep Trophy and Love Bucks!

Saturday, March 28 at 8pm

Beginnings: A Celebration of the Music of Chicago
Carlisle Theatre

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Sunday, March 29^th at 2pm

Happy Go Creative (2 E Liberty Ave): Sign up for Bunny Acrylic Paint Class happening on Sunday, March 29^th from 2-4pm. This is a laid-back, beginner-friendly acrylic painting session where we’ll be recreating a charming, whimsical bunny!Whether you’re a seasoned artist or haven't touched a brush since grade school, this class is all about fun, not perfection. We’ll guide you step-by-step through mixing colors and layering textures to bring your long-eared friend to life on canvas.

Cost: $35 / SIGN UP HERE!

Back Porch Brewing (133 N Hanover St): Come join us for our once a month brunch. Great Mimosas and Bloody Marys. kitchen closes at 2 pm. Cheers!

Gingerbread Man (5 S Courthouse Ave): Enjoy the Tipsy Peep Cocktail at the Gingerbread Man during the Downtown Peep Show!

Market Cross Pub’s 32^nd Birthday (113 N Hanover St): Celebrate 32 years of Market Cross Pub on April 1 with a toast, free cake and 90’s Karaoke beginning at 7pm.

North Hanover Grille (37 N Hanover St): Enjoy Peep infused cocktails at North Hanover Grille during the Downtown Peep Show!

Bedford Antiques (44 N Bedford St.): Don’t miss their Spring Open House on Saturday, March 28^th featuring Live Music by Shine Delphi from 2-4pm, refreshments and storewide sales happening all day!

History on High Museum Shop (33 W High St):

Check out History on High’s window display of the Come check out our "History of Peep Shows" in the front window. Then peep inside to guess how many peeps are in the pile and you could win a $50 History on High gift certificate!