Main Street Hanover Invites Community to Explore Downtown During November 2nd Saturday
Hanover, PA – Main Street Hanover invites residents and visitors to explore downtown Hanover on Saturday, November 14, 2026, for November’s 2nd Saturday! Throughout the day, downtown businesses will offer seasonal specials, unique shopping experiences, family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and opportunities to support local entrepreneurs. Whether you are beginning your holiday shopping, discovering a new favorite shop, or enjoying a day out with friends and family, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
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Church of Satire Comedy Club welcomes comedian Mike Celona at 8 p.m. Known for silly jokes, hilarious facial expressions, relatable dad humor, and self-reflective storytelling, Celona offers a comedy show for audiences of all generations. Tickets are $25 per person. Visit churchofsatirecomedyclub.com for tickets and details.
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Cultivated Essentials Co. invites visitors to create their own candles at its BYOB DIY Candle Studio. No reservation is required, and guests can choose from more than 50 phthalate-free fragrances. Enjoy 10% off on 2nd Saturdays!
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Dawg Gone Bees will offer free hot cocoa while visitors browse its selection of honey and take advantage of its Stock Up on Honey Sale. Stop in for a warm treat and stock up on local favorites for the colder months.
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Dolphin & Anchor Brew Pub will host a merchandise sale featuring T-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats sold at cost. Stop by to shop the selection and enjoy the pub.
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Hanover Area Artists Guild will host storytime and children’s crafts from 1–3 p.m., featuring local authors and illustrators.
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Fat Bat Brewing Company will host a vendor pop-up featuring local artists in its fermenting room from 1–6 p.m. Visitors can browse and shop while enjoying a beverage.
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Little Fox Coffee & Books will offer a full day of activities, including Slow Pokes Running Club from 8–9 a.m., Last Flash with Ink Snacks from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Storytime with Miss Kelly from 10:30–11:15 a.m., and a Creative Writing Group for middle schoolers from 4–4:45 p.m.
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Lydian Stone Brewing Company at Greer’s Burger Garage will serve Maria’s famous homemade cinnamon rolls and mimosas from 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
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Seventh Shelf will celebrate the release of author K.L. Leadingham’s second novel with a special release party featuring drinks from Little Fox Coffee & Books, tarot readings from Beck at The Serpent’s Key, 15-minute chair massages with Maylnn from Magnolia Massage, and flash tattoos by Amy Tatsn Cats.
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The Neas House will host open house tours from noon–4 p.m., along with a military display featuring uniforms spanning from the Revolutionary War through the Desert Storm conflict.
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The Serpent’s Key will offer several activities throughout the day, including a downtown cleanup in partnership with Hanover Veterinary Hospital from 8–9 a.m., a Plants & Produce Swap from 10 a.m.–1 p.m., a Meet & Greet with Reptile Invasion from 11 a.m.–4 p.m., and a History of Divination event with Rissa Miller from 6–8 p.m. Tickets for the evening event are $25.
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Wren & Bluebird Boutique will welcome shoppers with refreshments, fall sales, and DIY pumpkin spice simmer pots for $10.
Brightspeed Fiber Internet, and WellSpan Health
Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc., Brittany Lingg – Iron Valley Real Estate, Cherry Tree Lane Vacations, Hanover Auto Team, Home Association of McSherrystown, Mason Dixon Settlements, Renewal by Andersen, and Texas Roadhouse.
About Main Street Hanover
The mission of Main Street Hanover is to expand the economic capacity of downtown Hanover, thus improving the business environment, enhancing the quality of place, and increasing community synergy.
Main Street Hanover is a 501c3 non-profit & proceeds benefit the revitalization of Downtown Hanover.
Main Street Hanover
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Moriah Tyler Executive Director
- November 04, 2026
- (717) 637-6130
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Visitors often inquire about the Hanover Historic District, which is known for its over 2600 mid-19th to mid-20th-century buildings.
In Hanover, Pennsylvania, history enthusiasts can enjoy a journey through time with visits to the Hanover Area Historical Society Museum, which showcases the town’s rich past; the Warehime-Myers Mansion, a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century architecture; and the Neas House, one of the oldest surviving structures in Hanover, offering a glimpse into the life of the 18th-century Pennsylvania German settlers. These historical landmarks provide a captivating window into Hanover’s heritage and are a must-visit for those looking to experience the town’s historical charm.
In addition to Codorus State Park and Hickory Falls, Hanover is also known for the Snack Town Street Fair, a vibrant festival celebrating the town’s snack food heritage with craft vendors, food, and entertainment, created in partnership between the Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce and Utz Brands.
Hanover provides a rich historical experience with tours like the Civil War Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour and the Spirits of Jennie Wade Ghost Night Tour in nearby Gettysburg.
Hanover, Pennsylvania, is renowned as the Snack Food Capital of the World, home to iconic brands like Utz Quality Foods and Snyder’s of Hanover, which is part of the Campbell Snacks portfolio.
Dolphin & Anchor Pub: Located in the heart of Hanover, they offer traditional beer styles with a twist.
Fat Bat Brewing Company: A local brewery started by a beer-loving brother and sister team, known for their craft beer selections.
Sign of the Horse Brewery: A contemporary brewery catering to craft brew enthusiasts with a range of house taps.
Lydian Stone Brewing Company: A nano brewery offering a variety of craft beers, from the light or malty to the hoppy or stouts; and, plenty of conversation.
The Borough office at 33 Frederick St, Hanover has everything you will need to find your way around Hanover.