Philadelphia can claim founding.
Washington, D.C. can claim governance.
Only Gettysburg can claim the turning point.
This is where America’s future was tested and preserved. As America’s 250th begins, Gettysburg stands as the place where the nation confronted its deepest divisions and redefined its purpose. Winter invites you to experience that history with clarity and intention, in the town where Lincoln reframed the American experiment and unity was forged at its breaking point.
Winter in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania isn’t an off-season — it’s when the meaning of this place comes into focus. With fewer crowds, the battlefield feels closer, the stories feel heavier, and the town reveals itself beyond the monuments — in conversations with locals, historic streets, and moments of reflection. As America’s 250th unfolds, winter programs and events invite visitors to engage with Gettysburg not just as a historic destination, but as the place where the American story changed course.
America’s 250th honors 250 years of independence, and Gettysburg stands at the heart of that legacy. We invite you to stand on the ground where that promise was defended. Discover events, stories, and moments that shaped a nation.
Forget the idea that Gettysburg slows down after the holidays, it just gets cozier. Think craft drinks, nostalgic shops, intimate battlefield walks, and unwind in stays that support the small businesses keeping this town’s spirit alive. From January 1 through February 28, 2026, enjoy 25% off select hotels, inns, and guest houses and see this town in a whole new light.
Every visit is a new chapter in Gettysburg’s legacy. Get an inside look at experiences and start imagining what your story here could be.
There’s more than one way to experience Gettysburg. Start exploring what you can do and discover why every visit creates lasting memories.
Whether you’re coming from Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, or New York City, Gettysburg is closer than you think. Use the interactive map to see where history, adventure, and small-town charm meet, and start planning how to make the most of every mile.
Browse these reads full of curated itineraries and seasonal stories to spark ideas and shape your Gettysburg getaway
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