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20 Fun & Budget-Friendly Summer Activities

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Several local orchards in our area are fun playtime destinations with playground equipment, petting zoos, mazes, butterfly house, picnic areas, and u-pick fruit patches, such as strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Visit an amusement park in the dark. And it is much cooler than at mid-day. Local fairs and festivals.

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Things To Do in Harrisburg PA This Summer

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The event features wares from local artists and craftsmen, as well as great food, fun games, and exciting amusement rides. Amusement Parks and Zoos. Hershey Park -Located about 14 miles east of Harrisburg. Other attractions at the Park are ZooAmerica and Chocolate World. Admission: FREE.

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Arizona Renaissance Festival: Fun for the Whole Family!

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We had a full day of fun with exciting and hilarious shows, the animal petting zoo, a jousting tournament and so much food! The Arizona Renaissance Festival is a medieval amusement park, a 13-stage theater, a 30-acre circus, and an arts and crafts fair. One of my favorite shows was glass blowing.

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Travel Tidbits: Mid-Atlantic Light Shows

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Or perhaps it's because when those shimmering strands of bulbs go up it means that the holidays are upon us, bringing with it thoughtful DIY gifts, delicious food, and so many fun activities to share with friends and family. Free entertainment, food, and other activities for the whole family take place throughout the month-long attraction.

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Arizona Renaissance Festival: Family Fun for Everyone!

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We had a full day of fun with exciting and hilarious shows, the animal petting zoo, a jousting tournament, animal rides (elephant, llama, or camel) and so much food!

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Summer Staycation Ideas for Harrisburg, PA

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2014 PennLive/Patriot-News Artsfest – This juried arts festival runs May 24-26 over the Memorial Day weekend at Harrisburg Riverfront Park, along the Susquehanna River. Walk along the river and peruse the artists’ booths, choose from a wide variety of food vendors and enjoy live music throughout the three days.

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Explore Harrisburg PA This Summer

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Walk along the river and peruse the artists'' booths, choose from a wide variety of food vendors and enjoy live music throughout the three days. There is no admission charge, but you might have to pay to park at a nearby parking garage. There is no admission charge, but you might have to pay to park at a nearby parking garage.