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Governor Shapiro Launches New State Tourism Brand: Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway to Encourage Tens of Millions Within a Few Hours Drive to Visit Pennsylvania

May 20, 2024

Tourism is a key piece of the Governor's economic development strategy, generating $76 billion and supporting more than 486,000 jobs a year in PA – and the new brand builds on Governor Shapiro’s…

Shapiro Administration Opens Application Period for Sports Marketing and Tourism Program Grants

Apr. 22, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, April 22, 2024 Pennsylvania is a world-class destination, with the most passionate and dedicated fanbase in the world – and Governor Josh Shapiro’s Administration is…

New Report Reveals that Tourism Generates Over $76 Billion for Pennsylvania’s Economy and Supports 485,000 Jobs

Mar. 13, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2024 This major investment in tourism and recreation asset development will drive economic growth, leading to new businesses and jobs and a stronger economy for all…

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts an Early Spring in 2024

Feb. 02, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2024 Punxsutawney, PA – Pennsylvania’s very own world-famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring after not seeing his shadow this morning at…

MEDIA ADVISORY – February 2 – GROUNDHOG DAY 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY January 26, 2024 Will it be six more weeks of winter or an early spring? There is only one groundhog who holds the answer — Punxsutawney Phil! The Pennsylvania Tourism Office…

Shapiro Administration Announces “Indigenous Peoples Cultural and Heritage Initiative”

Oct. 13, 2023

Pennsylvania Tourism Office awarded Appalachian Regional Commission Area Planning Grant to develop promotion of the Commonwealth’s Indigenous Heritage Partnership with Lehigh University and federally…

PA Ice Cream Trail Sweetens Summer with Record Number of Stops

Jun. 06, 2023

Shavertown, PA – This summer, Pennsylvanians and visitors can beat the heat and get a sweet treat by visiting any of the 42 creameries that make up the 2023 Scooped: An Ice Cream Trail. Today…

Pennsylvanians Encourage to Pay It Forward, Carry Out Acts of Kindness on 1-4-3 Day, May 23

May 23, 2023

Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro has called upon Pennsylvanians to share in acts of kindness in celebration of 1-4-3 Day in Pennsylvania on May 23. Today marks the fifth annual 1-4-3 Day…

New Report Reveals that Tourism Generates $66 Billion for Pennsylvania’s Economy and Supports 450,000 Jobs

May 11, 2023

Harrisburg, PA – A new report by the Pennsylvania Tourism Office shows the tourism industry in the Commonwealth generated $66.3 billion in economic impact, supported 452,885 jobs, contributed $4.2…

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts More Winter in 2023

Feb. 02, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, February 2, 2023 Punxsutawney, PA – Pennsylvania’s very own world-famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicted more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow this morning…