Carbon County, PA
Honoring 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
On July 4, 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial—its 250th anniversary. Carbon County will be hosting various events and programs throughout 2026 to honor our history and heritage.
2026 Special Events
The Lehighton Pool Pals Boat Regatta will take place May 23 at the Lehighton Pool as part of…
The Reading & Northern Railroad will commemorate the semiquincentennial of the United States…
A family-friendly celebration invites the community to honor the birthday of the United States of…
Get ready to party like it's 1776 at Country Junction as Country Junction celebrates America's 250th…
Lansford is preparing to host a vibrant and memorable celebration in honor of its 150th anniversary…
Passengers are invited to ride an excursion powered by Reading & Northern’s 250th Anniversary…
Celebrate 250 years of America with a FREE Hot Dog Cookout at Whitewater Rafting Adventures!
Join the Lehighton Downtown Initiative for the biggest fireworks spectacular ever! Celebrating…
Join the Lehighton Downtown Initiative and the Lehighton Fire Company as they join efforts in…
Committee meetings and events can be submitted through the online events form for inclusion on the website.
In the News
December 13, 2025: Carbon Co. plans 250th kick-off event
November 22, 2025: Locomotive 1776 comes to town
November 6, 2025: Carbon presents medals to five veterans
October 6, 2025: Carbon unveils America250 bell
October 3, 2025: America250PA Carbon County to dedicate bell
August 26, 2025: Carbon gearing up for nation’s 250th celebration
August 4, 2025: Historical Society gets grant for Weissport bash
March 28, 2025: Nesquehoning gears up for America’s 250th
March 17, 2025: Carbon plans for America 250
January 17, 2025: Lansford council joins America250PA efforts
January 11, 2025: Carbon gets ready for America250 celebration
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