Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance

    The Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to positioning Happy Valley as a premier destination for sports and entertainment. Our mission is to drive Happy Valley’s sports and entertainment strategy, enhance quality of life, create economic impact, and elevate the region’s visibility.


    Upcoming Events

    2026 PAUSA State Championships

    May 15-17 2026

    Let's Go!

    Rothrock by UTMB

    May 16–17, 2026

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    See Her Win

    May 22-23, 2026

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    Rothrock GRIT Gravel Grinder & ROTHROCK 100

    June 6, 2026

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    PIAA Spring Sport Championships Festival 2026

    June 11-12, 2026

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    IRONMAN 70.3 Pennsylvania Happy Valley - 2026

    June 14, 2026

    Let's Go!

    American Junior Golf Association Boys Junior All-Star at Toftrees

    June 30 - July 3, 2026

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    Firecracker 4K 2026

    July 4, 2026

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    State Games of America Opening Ceremony

    July 24- August 2, 2026

    Let's Go!

    OUR IMPACT

    We attract, support, and execute a wide range of sporting events, festivals, and entertainment experiences that bring visitors and energy to the region.

    ○ Boost local tourism and economic development

    ○ Create memorable fan and athlete experiences

    ○ Strengthen the connection between community, sports, and entertainment

    Signature Events & Initiatives

    ○ SEE HER WIN – A girls multi-sport festival focused on empowerment, leadership, and competition at Penn State University

    ○ Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest – A large-scale beverage and entertainment festival hosted previously at Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field

    ○ Rothrock by UTMB – A premier trail running event featuring 1100+ racers from all around the world

    ○ IRONMAN 70.3 Happy Valley – A premier national endurance event and the only IRONMAN North American Championship across the entire continent with 2,000+ racers anticipated

    ○ State Games of America (2026) – An Olympic-style, multi-sport national event bringing together 8,000+ athletes to compete in over 50 sport

    Year-Round Programming 

     We support and promote a wide range of events from youth tournaments and championships to concerts, festivals, and community activations.

    How We Support Events & Partners

    ○ Venue sourcing & logistics

    ○ Volunteer recruitment

    ○ Event funding & bid development

    ○ Marketing, media, and promotion

    ○ Economic impact reporting

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    Community Focus

    Our work is rooted in creating inclusive, community-driven experiences from youth sports to major national events that leave a lasting impact on Happy Valley.

    Internship & Student Opportunities

    Students gain hands-on experience in sports management, event operations, marketing, and partnerships working directly on live events and large-scale activations. We offer Fall, Spring, and Summer internships based around Penn State’s academic calendar.

    Get Involved

    Whether as a partner, volunteer, or participant, there are countless ways to be part of the events shaping Happy Valley’s sports and entertainment scene.

    Why It Stands Out

    A unique blend of sports, entertainment, and community impact bringing national-level events to a passionate and growing market.

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