Posts by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

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Author: Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Cortney Ranck-Cameron is the Event Strategies & Marketing Projects Manager for the Hershey Harrisburg Sports & Events Authority. She helps event organizers across the country discover why Dauphin County is a winning destination for sports events, thanks to its versatile venues, easy accessibility, and iconic attractions. When she’s not promoting the region, she’s helping local events cross the finish line through marketing, logistics, and event support.

Jun 24, 2026 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

The World’s Largest Ninja Obstacle Event is Coming to Harrisburg

Thousands of athletes from across the world will soon gather in Harrisburg to take on adrenaline-pumping obstacle courses for six days of nonstop competitions under one roof. Whether you’re a fan of the sport through the popular tv show American Ninja Warrior, someone that enjoys watching athletes do things that seem impossible or want to give the

Aug 18, 2025 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Celebrate the End of Summer at Kipona

The 109 th annual Kipona Festival sponsored by Visit Hershey & Harrisburg will return to Riverfront Park and City Island on August 30-September 1. The festival is bigger than ever this year and truly features something for all ages and interests to enjoy – we’re coining it as the “everything festival”. Read on for an overview of what to expect to

Shoppers shopping blown glass items from artisan at the Artsfest in Harrisburg

May 19, 2025 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Artsfest: Harrisburg’s Largest Celebration of the Arts!

Artsfest returns to the banks of Riverfront Park on May 24-26 with over 170 artisans from across the country, live entertainment, Kidsfest, a community art project, food trucks, a beer & wine garden, and more. Get all the event details in the event guide here and continue reading for a few highlights to expect. NEW ARTISANS While there are many

May 20, 2024 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Celebrate the Arts at Artsfest

The City of Harrisburg's biggest celebration of the arts is happening May 25-27 along the banks of the beautiful Susquehanna River in Riverfront Park. Get all the event details in the event guide and continue reading for a few highlights to expect. The 56 th Annual Artsfest will host talented artists and craftsmen from across the country to sell

Jun 27, 2023 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

5 New Food Trucks to Check Out this July 4th!

48 food trucks from across the region will soon be lined up along Riverfront Park for the City of Harrisburg's July 4th Food Truck Festival. Sample a wide variety of bites including stuffed waffles, homemade pierogies, seafood, specialty burgers, Indian cuisine, churros, and much more. The event runs from 1-9pm on July 4th and is free admission,

Feb 27, 2023 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Ice & Fire Festival 2023

The City of Harrisburg’s 6 th annual Ice & Fire Festival presented by M&T Bank will return on Saturday, March 4. There will be 65 ice sculptures throughout the City and a street festival in the Downtown area from 11am-8pm featuring an ice slide, fire dancers, live ice carvings, fire pits and smores, food trucks, an artist market, entertainment

Feb 16, 2022 by Cortney Ranck-Cameron

Ice & Fire Festival Returns to Harrisburg

The City of Harrisburg’s 5 th annual Ice & Fire Festival presented by M&T Bank returns on Saturday, March 5, 2022. There will be nearly 60 ice sculptures throughout the City and a street festival in the Downtown area from 11am-8pm. Read on to find out everything you need to know to plan your trip to this free event! Ice Attractions There will be 59