Travel to remote vistas, explore topical environmental issues, and get up close and personal with adrenaline-packed action sports! The 2023/2024 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is an exhilarating and provocative exploration of the mountain world and is happening Friday, April 5th and Saturday, April 6th at 7 p.m. at the State Theatre in State College, PA.

A Pennsylvania-based ensemble currently in demand worldwide will return to Penn State, this time with an equally accomplished soloist. Dover Quartet and pianist Haochen Zhang will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, in Recital Hall.

Don't miss out on the excitement - the Penn State Blue-White Game is a cherished tradition since 1951. It's not just a game – it's a vibrant celebration of everything Penn State. Join us in Happy Valley for Blue-White weekend April 12-14, to come together, show your support, and craft unforgettable memories amidst the camaraderie and spirit of our beloved university.

The iconic Nittany Lion Inn, nestled in the heart of Happy Valley, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated reopening in September. Steeped in history and tradition, the Nittany Lion Inn has been a beloved landmark for generations, welcoming guests with its timeless charm and warm hospitality.

You'll find a wide selection of hotels, motels, and inns located in State College, with easy access to Penn State University. The Happy Valley region offers a variety of lodging options from the lone traveler looking to be steps away from downtown State College and the Penn State campus all the way to the traveler who wants to fall asleep to the sound of crickets.

The Children & Youth Day Sidewalk Sale is sponsored by Penn State Federal Credit Union, and the event is a fun way for boys and girls to develop both their artistic and entrepreneurial potential.

If you have visited the State College area, odds are you have heard of, or even attended, the Centre County Grange Encampment and Fair. With an impressive assortment of activities, rides, and classic fair food, the Grange Fair is an undeniable destination every August. However, when walking around the fair, enjoying a funnel cake or watching a sheep show, you might wonder what happens when the vendors pack up and the animals return to their pens.

Hiking in a forest alone never crossed my mind as something I would be doing before 2023. I had barely set foot in a forest. As a former long-distance runner, I thrived on the adrenaline of a long run. Never would I see myself hiking slowly through a forest, having to be aware of such things as snakes and bears. After the passing of my mother in late 2020, I thought I would use running to heal, but I found that I could no longer find the motivation to do so. After many failed attempts to return to running, I began walking instead.

There’s plenty to see and do in and around Happy Valley, and whether you’re a local looking for somewhere special to spend your staycation, or a visitor seeking to make your getaway memorable at every moment (even while sleeping!), exploring the region’s unique lodging opportunities is a must. From peaceful, bucolic settings that set the soul free, to beguiling Victorian bed and breakfasts and chic modern digs, Happy Valley has it all!