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20 Fun & Budget-Friendly Summer Activities

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Play miniature golf. Visit an amusement park in the dark. Visit an amusement park in the dark. Hit the amusement parks in the late afternoon and save considerably on the admission fee. We live near a huge amusement park that is a bit pricey, but after 5pm the price reduces considerably.

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Travel Tidbits: Mid-Atlantic Light Shows

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Whether you prefer a sophisticated tea light-lined spectacle, a drive-through LED extravaganza, light shows in botanical gardens, entire neighborhoods decked out in colorful lights, or exhibits on race courses and amusement parks here are the must-see winter light displays to be found in Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

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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. Location: downtown Mechanicsburg. Admission: FREE.

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Summer Staycation Ideas for Harrisburg, PA

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Amusement Parks, Tourist Attactions, & Zoos. Hershey Park -Located about 14 miles east of Harrisburg. From roller coasters and water rides to kiddie rides and music shows, there really is something for every one at Hershey Park. 75 – $2.25. Do you love Turkey Hill ice cream and iced teas ?

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Ditch the Vacation: Turn Your Backyard into a Staycation

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At least that’s the case for a growing number of Americans, who are beset by soaring costs for gas, food, lodging, plane tickets, admission fees to amusement parks, etc. Another option is creating your own mini-golf course, with water traps, winding courses, hidden tunnels and tons of other cool features.

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Explore Harrisburg PA This Summer

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Amusement Parks and Zoos. Hershey Park -Located about 14 miles east of Harrisburg. From roller coasters and water rides to kiddie rides and music shows, there really is something for every one at Hershey Park. It is the largest free-admission park in America; you pay by the ride and the rides range from.75

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Plan a Staycation or Vacation in Harrisburg, PA

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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 Hershey Park -Located about 14 miles east of Harrisburg. From roller coasters and water rides to kiddie rides and music shows, there really is something for every one at Hershey Park.

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