Events of the 150th Birthday of the incorporation of New Oxford.
Information on past events are at the bottom of the list.
History & Heritage
An archival history and heritage exhibit will be on display during the Harvest Day Festival and New Oxford 150th Birthday Celebration.
Location: Center Square & Peters Street Borough Building, New Oxford.
Harvest Day & 150th Birthday
2024 marks New Oxford’s 150th year as a borough! The 150th Birthday will be celebrated during the 17th Annual Harvest Day Festival featuring a parade, craft show, food and fun activities for the kids.
150th Birthday Trivia Night!
Get Schooled Like a 150th Pro with Local Trivia, Led by April Majka
Thursday September 19th 6:30 pm
Location: New Oxford Adams County Library, N. Peters St., New Oxford.
FREE Admission for New Oxford residents to Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum
New Oxford residents will receive free admission to Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum on Saturday, August 17th and Sunday, August 18th
Location: Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum
Meet our Borough’s Founders An Evening Walking Tour
Wednesday, August 21st, join us for an early evening cemetery walking tour that will highlight those New Oxford residents who led the charge for the village of New Oxford to become a Borough in 1874 and the growth that followed. The evening tour will present a profile of the New Oxford area community in the growth years following the conclusion of the Civil War, which set the stage for its town residents and businessmen to become a self-governing Borough. It was these circumstances and individuals that gave rise to many of the historic landmarks that now dot the New Oxford community landscape. This tour is FREE of charge and open to all. In the event of inclement weather, notice will be posted on this website.
Location: New Oxford Cemetery, 4971 York Rd, New Oxford, PA
Just West of the Borough on US 30
PARKING: Designated parking will be available on-site as well as along US 30 and, if necessary, within the adjoining lot of Amigs Auto Sales, on US 30. Those wishing to park within the cemetery should enter using the WEST ENTRANCE ONLY, adjacent to the caretaker’s residence. Traffic signs and volunteers will be on-hand to assist. Persons attending are advised that walking across paved and uneven grassy areas will be involved. Proper footwear should be worn and proper walking aids used, if necessary. The tour will commence near the cemetery entrance and will cover approx. 820 ft of walking beginning-to-end (excluding the distance to and from one’s vehicle).
“Celebrating New Oxford” Lecture by Timothy H. Smith, Historian
This year marks the 150th Anniversary of the incorporation of the Borough of New Oxford. Join Adams County historian, Timothy H. Smith, as he details the rich history of the town and its early citizens from its origins in 1792 to its establishment as a borough in 1874, four score and two years later.
Location: Adams County Historical Society, 625 Biglerville Road, Gettysburg
Afternoon History Series
Remembering New Oxford’s Own 1974 Centennial Celebration. A SPECIAL EDITION Afternoon History Series sponsored by NOAHS and Cross Keys Village.
Location: Cross Keys Village
Afternoon History Series
July 4th, 1826 - Fifty Years Later. An Afternoon History Series SPECIAL EDITION - at Cross Keys Village (CKV). Presented by Dr. Robert (Bob) Wilson, Sponsored by NOAHS & Cross Keys Village.
Location: Cross Keys Village, CKV Theater