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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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June 6th

2026 Ford Parade, Park & Party!

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The Downtown Carlisle Association and Carlisle Events invite you to the 2026 Ford Parade Park &...more
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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

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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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
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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
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Volunteer in our community this Spring!

Spring is here and Love Carlisle has two ways for you to get involved in our community! Spring Clean Up Days: Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th both from 9am – noon Because we're only a team of two, we need you! Come make a difference in your downtown! If you or your organization is interested in getting down and dirty with us as we continue our beautification efforts, throughout downtown. Volunteers should meet in front of the Carlisle Borough Building at 53 West South...read more