When the air gets cooler, arts and entertainment opportunities heat up in Happy Valley’s state-of-the-art facilities for exhibits, concerts, theatre and dance, comedians and more. From Penn State venues to Downtown State College and Bellefonte, there’s something for all ages.

Dogs in a Pile is natural talent emerging from the tides of musically significant, sunny and seaside Asbury Park, New Jersey. The sounds-of-summer favorite has performed for sold-out crowds up and down the coast and at shows in more than 40 cities. Its effect on boardwalk visitors has inspired an in-demand hazy IPA and a rabid fanbase. Fans of Frank Zappa, prog rock, earworm showtunes and jam-band staples should take note.

Plan now to experience TRIPLE TERROR & TRIPLE FUN during 90 minutes in the caves, through the woods, and on the wagon at Lincoln Caverns, Huntingdon, PA. FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS, October 6th through 28th meet some of your favorite characters from the last four decades during Pennsylvania’s Ultimate Haunted Experience.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party is coming to the Bryce Jordan Center April 6-7, 2024! Fans of all ages will experience the thrill of watching their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in the DARK! This one-of-a-kind show will visit Penn State for three epic performances!

The Emmet Cohen Trio will conjure the intimate club vibe of “Live at Emmet’s Place” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, in Eisenhower Auditorium. Armenian-born vocalist Lucy Yeghiazaryan will join the musicians for the trio’s third performance for the Center for the Performing Arts.

This September, a new and very exciting event is coming to Penns Valley! Peace of Paradise Properties LLC is excited to announce the first annual Another World Music Festival from September 15 – 17 in Woodward, PA.

On Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7, The Arboretum at Penn State will hold its 11th annual Pumpkin Festival. The popular community event invites visitors to participate in a wide variety of activities. Attendees can look forward to a pumpkin giveaway, a jack-o'-lantern contest, a lighted jack-o’-lantern display, live music, crafts, a food court, and much more.

The Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum in Boalsburg will be hosting the Boalsburg Renaissance Faire on Sunday, September 17. The Faire runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Boalsburg, PA.

The school bell will be ringing at the historic Boogersburg One-Room School on Sunday, September 10, 2023 starting at 1:00 p.m. to welcome children of all ages back to school!