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Cassel Vineyards of Hershey is known for their award-winning wines and ties to horse racing. A visit to Cassel is marked by the rich flavors of their estate wine and the experience in a pastoral, peaceful setting just five minutes from Hershey attractions.

Find curious and unique craft beer inside a Midtown Harrisburg gem, Zeroday Brewing Company. It's your neighborhood pub that’s just a little weird. And that’s the way you like it! See what's on tap at one of our region's favorite craft breweries and learn what the heck a zeroday is! 

You’re taking a getaway because you need to get away! Spend a few hours on the peaceful property of Armstrong Valley Winery & Vineyard in Halifax, where their wine experts welcome you to cloud wine!

Spanning three city blocks in Midtown Harrisburg, the Broad Street Market is a gathering place for the community and a must-see spot for visitors looking to get a healthy sampling of the city’s culture. Take a look inside the oldest continuously operating market house in the country.

Spring Gate Vineyard is tucked away in a largely residential area in Harrisburg and offers guests a serene place to bring family and friends for a taste for Central Pennsylvania. Rebecca Kline, Wine Queen and Director Of Operations, shares the story of Spring Gate and why so many locals love the wine, beer, and farm-like atmosphere.

What does summer taste like? For you, maybe it’s a frozen drink on a hot afternoon. Or it’s a fresh fruit infused mixed drink in the shade. The Hershey Harrisburg Region can quench anyone’s thirst, from award-winning margaritas and famous bloody mary’s to signature chocolate martinis and one-of-a-kind flavor infusions.

It all started with four friends who wanted to create a comfortable, fun spot to enjoy a nice glass of wine. From the patio and deck overlooking the vines, guests of The Vineyard & Brewery at Hershey can do just that. Beautiful days are made even sweeter with a selection of wine, beer, and ciders, rockin’ live music, and spectacular scenery.

There’s nothing like a thirst-quenching beverage after a long day of sightseeing. But we’re not talking about lemonade. The Hershey Harrisburg Region is home to more than 25 vineyards, breweries, and distilleries that specialize in ice cold, locally made refreshments. 

Plating farm-to-fork comfort food and pouring barrel-aged bourbon cocktails, Stock’s on 2 nd is warm and inviting restaurant on Restaurant Row in Harrisburg that gives guests a sophisticated dining experience at a casual diner’s cost. Nothing about their locally sourced menu is intimidating, and everything about their whiskey list is impressive.

When you’re in need of a fun night out, Downtown Harrisburg is ready to host you and your friends with its eclectic array of bars and clubs. Alfresco sipping or bottle service, craft brews or whiskey flights, live jam bands or bass-dropping DJs. With this guide to the city’s nightlife scene, we hope you find yourself in the midst of an unexpected