Adventure means something different to everyone—and you’ll find it all in Happy Valley. From scenic trails and historic towns to farm-to-fork dining, craft beverages, and Penn State pride, every moment here offers something new to discover.
Whether you’re exploring Penn’s Cave, biking Rothrock Forest, or strolling through Bellefonte’s charming streets, adventure is waiting around every corner.
Why Visit: Outdoor fun • Craft beverages • Local flavor • Unique shops • History & culture • Year-round beauty
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The chamber music collective Decoda, the affiliate ensemble of Carnegie Hall, will be performing in Recital Hall on the campus of Penn State University - University Park. Decoda creates a more connected and compassionate world through music—offering artfully scripted performances, leading inventive community projects, and training the next generation of artists to rethink and reimagine their role in society.
The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts has issued the Call for Entries for Images 2026, its annual juried fine art exhibition showcasing exceptional two-dimensional work by Pennsylvania artists. The exhibition will be on view July 1–31, 2026 at the Schlow Centre Region Library in downtown State College, Pennsylvania.
As winter loosens its grip, Happy Valley, Pennsylvania, heats up with an exciting lineup of live entertainment and can’t-miss events. From Broadway’s Tony Award-winning Hadestown and chart-topping Christian artist Brandon Lake to nostalgic ’80s and ’90s favorites like Better Than Ezra and a high-energy Talking Heads tribute, there is something happening nearly every weekend. Families can enjoy Peppa Pig: My First Concert, and music lovers can explore everything from Celtic rock to Afro-Pacific rhythms. This season’s event calendar proves there is no better time to experience the arts and live entertainment scene in Happy Valley.
The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) is a mountain ultramarathon race that follows the route of the Tour du Mont Blanc. It has been regarded as the most competitive trail ultramarathon in the world and will be making its debut in Happy Valley in 2026! Runners of the UTMB are invited to stay a little bit longer to enjoy everything Happy Valley has to offer!
The concert, Carnival of the Animals, will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, at the State College Area High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are free to the public thanks to the generosity of The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and Centre Foundation.
February in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania, is a reminder that winter is not something to rush through; it is something to experience. Crisp air, snow-covered ridgelines, glowing storefronts, and warm tables set the scene for a getaway that feels both invigorating and restorative. If you are looking to reset before spring, this is the month to find your happy place in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania.
With easy flight options to State College Regional Airport with a quick layover, getting to Happy Valley from the Southern U.S. is refreshingly simple. And once you arrive, it doesn’t take long to understand why this region wins people over so quickly.
Manny’s Live Performance Space is proud to present Ethnic Heritage Ensemble live in State College on Monday, February 16, featuring legendary percussionist, composer, and cultural architect Kahil El’Zabar.
The Penn State All-Sports Museum's exhibition "The Way I Saw It" is a tribute to Pat Little, a photographer whose work spans over three decades. The exhibition features 100 powerful images capturing Penn State sports moments from 1977 to 2005, showcasing iconic athletes, coaches, and gameday participants through Little's lens.
The Downtown State College Art Walk is a collaboration between the Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts and the Downtown State College Improvement District. The walk features 40 pieces of artwork scattered throughout the town, and searchers can obtain a map of their locations at The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau at 204 W. Beaver Avenue.
Looking for your next unforgettable family adventure? You’ll find it in Happy Valley, where kid-sized fun meets big-time memories! Whether your crew loves hands-on science, exploring caves, or cuddling baby goats, there’s a world of discovery waiting.
Happy Valley, Pennsylvania, welcomes travelers to return again and again, each visit offering new experiences and familiar comforts. With every season, the landscape transforms, revealing fresh adventures, festivals, and quiet moments that inspire exploration year-round.
In Happy Valley, Pennsylvania, outdoor exploration is just minutes from every comfortable base camp. Surrounded by more than 750,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness, visitors can hike, bike, fish, or birdwatch in state forests and parks that showcase the natural beauty and spirit of #HappyValleyPA.
To help both local riders and visitors explore the region, the new Happy Valley Gravel Adventure Field Guide features over a dozen curated routes utilizing the region’s vast network of gravel and dirt roads, showcasing one of the East Coast’s best-kept secrets for adventure.
Explore Happy Valley, Pennsylvania. The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau President and CEO, Fritz Smith, invites you to stay longer and experience more, for arts and culture, inspired dining, outdoor adventures, and welcoming places to relax and reconnect. The new edition of the 2026 Happy Valley Inspiration Guide invites visitors to “Find your happy place, in Happy Valley, Pennsylvania.”
Happy Valley is full of wonders, from underground caves and world-class art to small-town traditions, Penn State pride, and more than 750,000 acres of outdoor adventure surrounding the Centre of Adventure in Pennsylvania. In this article, we present the perfect starting points for travelers researching what makes Happy Valley a place worth lingering in.
Elk Creek Café + Aleworks is celebrating its 18th anniversary with a weekend full of music, community, and craft beer in Millheim, PA. The main event takes place on Saturday, December 20, featuring live NOLA-style blues by Ken Swartz alongside Tom Lowry and Richard Sleigh.
By Abby Neely Every December, historic downtown Bellefonte welcomes the return of Bellefonte Victorian Christmas, an annual tradition that brings the community together for a festive weekend of holiday activities, music, and small-town charm.
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