BBQ Event w/ Local Beer & Cider Tasting

Hall of Philosophy, Mt. Gretna Gettysburg Avenue, Mt. Gretna

BBQ buffet catered by Mt. Gretna’s Chef on the Go Becky Briody with beer tastings supplied by Lebanon Valley Craft Brewery and cider by Under the Bridge. Two samples and bbq for $30. You must order tickets for BBQ by 9 am June 26. This event will sell out.   

Entienne Charles, jazz trumpet – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mt. Gretna, United States

Trinidad born Entienne uses his unique sound to engage, enlighten, educate and enrich audiences with energized performances while wearing the snazziest of outfits. Joined by piano, sax, bass, and drums, Entienne’s trumpet playing, original compositions, and improvisation, create a memorable concert experience. A 2015 Guggenheim Fellow and 2022 Creative Capital Awardee, Etienne has been written […]

Run For Cover

Coleman Memorial Park

Don’t miss this concert, Run For Cover plays a wide variety of Rock, Pop, and Dance music from the 60's to the modern day. Admission is $10.00 per person. Gates open at 6 pm. Bring your chairs and blankets. Only people over 21 may purchase alcohol, and the provided wristbands must be worn during the […]

Bindlestiff Family Cirkus

Mt. Gretna Playhouse 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mt. Gretna, United States

Since 1995, Bindlestiff Family Cirkus has traveled the world, bringing its unique hybrid of vaudeville, circus, wild west shows, and more to theaters, clubs, colleges, and festivals, adding a contemporary twist to the grand traditions of American Circus. Six talented performers sharing the joy and wonder of the American circus tradition are sure to lift […]

Romantic Piano w/ Natasha Paremski – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

Russian-born American pianist Natasha Paremski makes her Gretna Music debut in this spectacularly romantic program. Known for dynamic performances, she continues to win over audiences with her powerful, flawless technique. At the age of 15, Natasha debuted with the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Chanticleer – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

The Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus,” and is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices.” Founded and based in San Francisco, now in its 48th season, Chanticleer has taken its place as one of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, selling over […]

Jazz w/ Living Legend Buster Williams, bassist

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

Imagine hanging out with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, hearing them jam together, trading riffs, then riffing with words and trading stories. Bird and Diz are gone, but giants still walk among us. One of those giants is Buster Williams. Buster has played with everyone. Just to name a few:  Sarah Vaughan, Miles Davis, Nancy Wilson, Art Blakey, Chet Baker, Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, Herbie Hancock, Benny […]

Sona Jobarteh, kora player & vocalist – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

The men in her family have been musicians for over 700 years but she “didn’t want to be told ‘you are good for a woman.'” So she ripped up the rules.  She is the first professional female kora virtuoso to come from any of the West African Griot dynasties.  Backed up by her band, what […]

Take 6 – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

Heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet”, Take 6 is the most awarded a cappella group in history. With 10 Grammy awards, the sextet continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences.

Andy Alonso & Friends

Coleman Memorial Park

ANDY ALONSO & FRIENDS are rocking always, so join us for an evening you won’t forget! Admission is $10.00 per person. Gates open at 6 pm. Bring your chairs and blankets. Only people over 21 may purchase alcohol, and the provided wristbands must be worn during the concert. You may bring your own food but […]

Wunderkinds!: 2 Talented Teens – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

15 year-old Amaryn Olmeda is a fast-rising star who’s already soloed at Carnegie Hall and has been a featured soloist with major symphonies including the Philadelphia Orchestra. Her program includes a work by William Grant Still, and César Franck’s beloved Violin Sonata.  She is joined on stage by 18 year-old pianist Parker van Ostrand who performed at Carnegie Hall at […]

Kids Talking (free event) – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

Calling all young, aspiring musicians: The youthful Galvin Quartet are ready to answer your questions on what it’s like to study music and carve out a career in music. They are presently at Northwestern University, studying, teaching, and performing. Free pizza and a free ticket to Galvin Quartet’s mainstage performance at 7:30 pm. RSVP to mikaecook@gretnamusic.org by […]

4 Cellos, 4 Friends: Galvin Cello Quartet – Gretna Music

Mt. Gretna Playhouse

Four cello-playing friends from four different nations (Brazil, China, South Korea, and the United States) joined forces and, after only 12 days of intense rehearsing, won the silver medal at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. The following year they won the Concert Artists Guild International Competition. Their fun program will be filled with masterworks […]

Animal Tracks & Traces – DCNR, Swatara State Park

Swatara State Park

Play detective and explore the world of wildlife tracking. While most of our native mammals lead secretive nocturnal lives as they hunt for food and hide from predators, they often leave behind clues of their activities that observant nature enthusiasts can discover. After you can observe the skulls and furs of common PA mammals while […]

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